We have a COPSE table for twelve people (and I am told we can be seated in a more sociable grouping than just a straight line) so do please let me know if you would like to go on the dining list. 7.30pm, Thursday, 16th November. Saigon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant 63 South End, Croydon, CR0 […]
This event has had to be postponed to a later date as it's emerged that trains to Cambridge will not be running in November. We'll try to reschedule for a later date, and to schedule something else for this date.
A late addition to the Programme after the postponement of Saturday's Cambridge trip. I will be visiting the Thai Buddhist temple in Wimbledon this coming Sunday when the festival of Loy Krathong will be celebrated. If you are interested in joining me you can do so at 12:30 at the front of East Croydon station […]
A Tour de France . . . Italy and Portugal, by way of their wines This year’s hotly anticipated Wine event is Tuesday evening at the Hall, and is a little different this time as we won’t have a competitive element. Let Alan explain: Hello all, Tuesday's wine tasting is more of a wine tour. […]
As part of their Christmas celebrations, Kew Gardens are running their annual spectacular Winter Lights trail through the gardens from 15 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. I am intending to go on Wednesday 22 November arriving for the 6pm time slot. Anyone who would like to join me would be very welcome. I went […]
A 50-minute tour of the Caves, starting at 12.00 Followed (optionally) by a 3.5 mile stroll to Hawkwood Estate We may fit in a pub stop 1 Book your ticket - a bargain for the under 3s! Places appear to be limited to 40, so it's best to book your ticket beforehand to ensure you […]
Tuesday night is a fun evening for the emergence of your inner schoolboy/girl/other genders are available. There’ll be conkers (provided by Paul) and there’ll be Autumn Activities including a seasonal Quiz. Come and enjoy!
Three events in one. In the morning from 1130 you can shop at Reigate's Christmas Fayre. In the afternoon at 1315, please meet Margaret at the Renewed Hope/RDO stall outside Hamptons Estate Agents at 6 Church St for a Linear Walk of 4-5 miles along the Greensand Way to Earlswood via Prior Park and Earlswood […]
Ireen writes: Many of us might enjoy visits now and then to some sunny, hot and exotic places - yes, very nice to experience. However, that is not exactly what you will find presented in our hall this week! Without any "Rule Britannia" jingoism or mention of that conflicting "B**x*t" word, we shall journey to […]
Where? This Sunday, join me for a stroll through some familiar parts of London with a historical context. We’re going to follow the 17th Century footsteps of Samuel Pepys from Westminster to the City of London. I’ll be your amateur guide, book in hand, pointing out the connections to Pepys on the way. No doubt […]