Croydon Outdoor Pursuits & Social Events Club

Xmas Party
2022-12-20 20:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
Food, drink, games, music, general jollity
Update 15th December
Christmas Party Night, 20th December, is taking shape, and you have a part to play, so before I send out the full details here’s an early warning of your part in proceedings:

Nobody’s washing up, so you need to bring your own supplies of eating and drinking equipment – and take it away afterwards. Plate, knife, fork, glass, mug . . .
Hot food will be laid on, but we’d love to see some tarts, pies etc. Show off either your baking skills or your purchasing power. We aim for many people bringing modest amounts – you don’t need to feed the whole party.
Booze and soft drinks: BYOB is the watchword. We’ll supplement your offerings with our remaining supplies of beer*, Coke and Fanta, and we will lay on a little wine, but if you have a particular preference then please bring it along.
Secret Santa: please read Ireen’s email on this (below) – you have all weekend to cruise the markets and malls!
Wear something festive, and above all enjoy the evening!

* mostly the dozen bottles of African stuff left over from Lynn and Kayode’s presentation in June – sorry, the really nice Nigerian Guinness all went .
Full programme to follow.

Ireen’s Secret Santa email
Different COPSErs will be adding to different parts of the party. The following might be something some of you would like to be involved in.
We’ve had “Secret Santa” pressies in the past but some folk prefer not to have individuals’ names to be bought for. Consequently, if you would like to gain a surprise gift this year, simply buy something that you think would suit anyone of your gender. (I hope that doesn’t add complications!) If you are a man, buy for a man, if you are a woman, buy for a woman. The suggestion is to purchase anything that might be nice for someone else in said category to receive but costing only £3 to £5. Bring the wrapped pressie, pass it to me and you will be given a ticket to show you are “in” the process and “Mother Christmas” will give you something else in return, during the evening. (Do please get in touch, if I have failed to clearly convey the idea!)
Happy times ahead – party on!
Regards,
Ireen Best

Post Xmas Walk from Tadworth to Merstham
2022-12-27 10:30 - 17:00
The walk is roughly 8 miles and involves no uphill sections. We pass the Sportsman Pub in Mogador and the cafe and loos at Reigate Hill. Halfway along there is a great reveal, where we walk out onto Colley Hill on the North Downs, with massive views to the South.
All of this is dependent on the trains. It’s a linear walk so unsuitable for driving.
Re the trains, we can’t be sure of the schedule, recovering from the earlier planned industrial action, with “late starting”.
To allow for the late starting services, the plan is to assemble at East Croydon at 10:30 for the timetabled 10:44 to Purley, then taking the 11:00 to Tadworth. There are two trains to Tadworth per hour. Trains back from Merstham are fast, taking 12 minutes, twice an hour, at 03 and 33. Merstham station will require a ticket to get back into TFL zones.
If the trains are totally off, we can still assemble for 10:30 at East Croydon, and take an alternative walk via bus.
The backup plan is the 403 bus to Hamsey Green, walk to Coulsdon for the 60 bus back. The route follows the “South London Downs National Nature Reserve” almost all of the way. This option is down and up and up and down, but still worth the effort. 6 miles, so shorter but harder work. Meet at East Croydon Station at 10.10 to catch the 10:23 from East Croydon, 10:45 from Purley, arrive Tadworth 11:03
Please note Train times to be confirmed.
Return trains from Merstham – hourly fast trains at 07 past

No Club Night
2022-12-27 20:30 - 22:00

Ski Trip 29th Jan to 4th Feb
2022-12-28 08:00 - 17:00

Shelterbox Auction
2023-01-03 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
Usually involving a few laughs, we spend our first Club Night of the New Year setting out to raise whatever funds we can for our Club charity, “ShelterBox”. (Another moment of fame, via the photos below, for “Tiger Tim” and “Camisole Chris”!) Each year, we have managed to send a good sum of ££s to aid those who need a specific help that is appropriate to COPSE and the “outdoor” part of our title.
For our newer members, I offer the simple statement that our longer-standing members are familiar with: many in our Club enjoy warm-season camping for leisure and pleasure. ShelterBox provides survival equipment for those who might need to camp simply to stay alive – sometimes in very challenging conditions.
To raise the ££s, you good folk donate unwanted Xmas pressies or other surplus items to be generously bid for and given new, loving homes by others attending the evening. Our fundraising takes the form of a “Mystery Auction”, with COPSErs taking a gamble on receiving a useful or attractive prize, as they try to outbid fellow members. All gifts are pre-wrapped and the contents unknown.
If you have not been able to pre-wrap, there will be some paper at the hall that can be used but please arrive especially early, if you need to do this.
Understandably, many Club members make individual decisions throughout any year about their personal donations to different charities. For this annual Club effort, click on the green box above for fuller info on how that big green box assists those in dire straits or check via this link
The following is also a reminder of why COPSE has continued to help:
“Everyone deserves a place to call home. It is a human right and the first step towards recovery after disaster.
Shelter is so much more than just a roof. It’s the foundation for life, families and communities. It is a place to feel safe after days or weeks of fear. It offers protection from harsh weather, privacy, and helps to preserve dignity. It’s a space to heal from trauma. Recovery doesn’t happen overnight but a dry and warm place to sleep, prepare meals and be with your family is the vital first step.”
Please remember to bring your bulging wallets or purses – although I.O.U.s will be accepted! (Of course, cash donations also welcomed from any people unable to come along.)

Local walk around Keston, High Elms & Downe
2023-01-08 09:30 - 17:00
This walk will be about 8 miles, but 6 with a possible short cut depending on conditions. It is fairly hilly and some paths will be muddy.
As usual, bring a packed lunch, but there are cafes at Keston and High Elms, and pubs at Downe.
So meet at East Croydon bus station at 9.30 for the 119 bus to Hayes. (or meet at Hayes by 10.00)
Then we will join the London Loop via Keston to High Elms. Return from Downe on the 146 bus to Hayes, then 119 back to Croydon.

60 Years in the Funeral Business, by Tony Rowland
2023-01-10 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
Tony Rowland, of Rowland Brothers, is a well-known figure in the Croydon landscape.
He will talk about his experiences in building the family business, illustrated with photos and with a fund of stories told with wit and humour.
Plus he’ll answer your pressing questions – like “Why does it cost so much?”

8 mile walk Bletchingley to Oxted + pub meal in Old Oxted
2023-01-15 08:00 - 17:00
Tim says . . .
Hello copsers
I am leading a linear walk about 8 miles long on Sunday from Bletchingly to Oxted, with the option of a meal (including Sunday Roast) in Old Oxted in the late afternoon.
The plan is to meet at East Croydon at 9.30 am to catch the 9.39 train to Oxted, arriving at 10.00. We then catch the 10.28 bus to Bletchingly, arriving at 10.40 am. We will stop to eat sandwiches en route and aim to arrive at the Old Bell in Old Oxted to eat at about 3.30 pm. If you don’t want to stop, it’s a short walk to the Railway Station with trains every half hour.
I need to book tables at the pub as Sunday afternoon is the most popular time for eating, so please let me know today, if possible, if you want to eat. If you don’t tell me in advance then it’s pot luck if you can get food!
We walked a bit of the route yesterday, it is very muddy!
cheers
Tim

Outing: Tenpin Bowling at Valley Park
2023-01-17 20:30 - 22:00 | Tenpin, Valley Park, Hesterman Way, Croydon, CR0 4YA
We’re Going Bowling Again
Back by popular demand! A party of COPSE’s finest athletes enjoyed this outing last year, so we’re doing it again.
I’ll book (and pay for) as many lanes as we have players for, maximum six to a lane.

But how do I sign up for this event?
… you may ask. Well, here’s the answer:

Several people subscribed on Tuesday at the Hall. If you didn’t, I’ll take emails, text messages, Whatsapps, even old fashioned phone calls.

. . . . and how do I pay?
By signing up you commit to paying me the outrageously reasonable sum of £7.45. Averse as I am to handling change, I prefer direct payments to my bank, the sooner the better. Ask me for how.

The Details
You can, of course, just turn up to enjoy the social setting and company of your fellow COPSErs for no charge.
If you don’t know the place, the Tenpin Bowl offers a variety of activities besides bowling – table tennis, pool, arcade games plus café and bar – so you can diversify once there. Also, for eating, there are various fooderies around including Creams Café, Frankie & Bennie’s, Chiquito, McDonalds and Burger King.

In summary:

Where?

Tenpin
Valley Park Leisure Complex
Hesterman Way
Croydon CR0 4YA

When?

Lanes will be booked for 8.30. Arrive between 8.00 and 8.15 to be ready to play.

Getting there?

Tram: Ampere Way (9 minute walk, says Google)
Buses:
455 to Franklin Way / Valley Park (8 minute walk)
189 to Purley Way / Newman Road (12 minute walk)
Alternatively, plenty of car parking.

How much?

£7.45 up front for two games, more on the night if you want to play more

Shoe Policy
I’ve confirmed that, as last time, you can play in your own shoes, but please make sure they’re trainers or otherwise flat-soled. As far as I know there are no shoes available on site.

Walk Crystal Palace to Streatham Common+ Pub Meal
2023-01-22 10:45 - 17:00
Meet outside Crystal Palace Station from 10.45am (where the coffee stall should hopefully be open).
We will walk down to the bottom of Crystal Palace Park for a close look at the “famous” dinosaurs 🦕🦖 + the lake 🏞 (near Penge Gate) where there are public loos + maybe a cafe stop as it normally gets very busy at Sunday lunchtimes.
We will then then walk back through the park past the (once) National Sports Centre up to the Crystal Palace Museum (top of Anerley Hill) for about 1pm to meet any “late comers” (staying for about 20 minutes) + then continue the “capital ring” walk to Streatham Common, the Rookery Gardens with an option to go to “The Bull” pub (on Streatham High Road) for either drinks 🍺🍷☕ or a meal 🍕 🥙 🍟
where there are numerous travel options to get back to Croydon.

Burns Night
2023-01-24 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face
We didn’t argue with that sentiment last year, and everyone had such a good time that we’re doing it again.
If you have yet to be convinced of haggis’s virtues (or even if you have been), roll up on Tuesday evening for a treat of said puddin’, with its traditional embellishments of bashed neeps, mashed spuds, and whatever trimmings we can muster. There will even be a dram in it for those keen on the true Caledonian experience, along with the joyful skirl provided by our in-house piper and traditional poetry read in excruciatingly inaccurate Scottish accents.
Please note that, due to government restrictions, we will be using only left-handed specimens, humanely caught by burly, kilted highlanders using extra strong butterfly nets.
But
(I hear you ask)
what’s my part in all this magnificence?
Well, there are a few things you should be aware of . . . .
1. In the interests of simplicity and getting home before dawn, we’re not washing up! Bring your own plate, glass and cutlery, and take them home at the end of the evening.
2. Drink provided is limited to Scotch and Highland Water for the toasts – in addition, of course, to the regular tea & coffee service graciously provided by Olga. If your tastes veer in other directions, please feel free to bring your own choice of tipple.
3. For the furtherance of jollity and the spirit of the evening, any vaguely Scottish apparel is encouraged. If you can’t stretch to a kilt, how about tartan socks or a Hamilton Accies away strip?
And a special request: if you’re coming along and you’re of a vegetarian persuasion, please let Ken know quickly so that your needs can be accommodated.
Looking forward to that haggis already. No, don’t ask me what’s in it!
(I know, all shamelessly pasted in from last year’s email. Life’s too short . . . )

Walk: London Loop - Erith to Bexley (8 miles)
2023-01-29 09:30 - 17:00
This walk is from the southern shore of the Thames into Kent. So, going from Erith along the Thames eastwards, turning up the River Darent (which you may know from its upper reaches around Otford), and then doing a right turn along the River Cray. We can do 8 miles or so to Bexley, or finish sooner at Crayford after about 6 miles, getting the same train from either…all stations are in Zone 6.
There will be pubs and places to eat along the route.
Meet at Erith train station at 10.31. (There ism a train from London Bridge to Erith at 09.57)

Outing: Builders Arms Quiz
2023-01-31 08:30 - 22:00 | Builder’s Arms Pub, 65 Leslie Park Road, Croydon, CR0 6TP

More London Loop
2023-02-05 09:30 - 17:00
Paul says:
Hello All (and Happy Groundhog Day, by the way!),
There appears to be no event this weekend, so I am offering people to come along again and do some more of the LOOP, a 150-mile walking route around the outskirts of London where it meets the countryside – while we can.
It will be Bexley to Petts Wood, 7-8 miles in all.
In the guide book it says the following:
…You can leave the route at Foots Cray after 2.5 miles(by bus), or at Queen Mary’s Hospital after 3.5 miles (by bus). [You can also leave after 0.5 mile near Albany Park Rail Stn!]
…Cafes at Bexley and Petts Wood. Pubs at Foots Cray, Sidcup Place, and Petts Wood. Toilets at Bexley [couldn’t see them last week, but I wasn’t looking] and Petts Wood [some of the pubs along the way could, I’m sure, be used]. Best picnic opportunities at Five Arch Bridge, Sidcup Place, and Scadbury Park.
…Continuing on level ground beside the River Cray, there’s plenty of open space across Old Bexley Conservation Area and the delightful Foots Cray Meadows. The route passes through Foots Cray village and climbs to Sidcup Place, then undulates through the ancient woodland to Scadbury Park, where you can view the remains of its manor house, before descending through Petts Wood. There are no stiles but towards the end you must cross three footbridges, each with 20-30 steps up and down.
Meet at East Croydon Rail Station at 9.40am (I am intending to be there) to catch the 10.03 to London Bridge, and from there the 10.30 to Bexley, arriving at 11.01 (there is a slightly later train, if anything goes wrong). These rail stns are within the zone 1-6 area.
Back from Petts Wood Rail Stn (zone 5) via London Bridge (at least two per hour).
(POSSIBLY IF ANYONE FEELS LIKE IT some could continue along the LOOP to Farnborough (Kent!) some three miles further on, and come back from there by the 458 bus to Crystal Palace. It is a long bus journey of just over an hour, but it’s possible to jump off at Beckenham and join the Tram link back to Croydon. I think it’s unlikely we will do this)

Wine Tasting
2023-02-07 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
After the big success of last year’s Wine Tasting, we’re doing it again this week.
Come along and show off your nose, your palate, or any acceptable body part. There’ll be special selections from Croydon’s finest wine merchants – OK, supermarkets – served in real glasses and accompanied by outstanding cheeses and carefully selected biscuits, including a gluten-free option.
Please note a few special messages, lazily copied in from last year:

There’s £2 charge for the wine and comestibles
If you’re swerving alcohol please come along anyway. You can get away with a token contribution for the food. Feel free to bring your soft drink of choice.
We’re starting at 8.30 sharp! I’m not saying the wine will be gone by 8.45, but I have seen some COPSErs in action at the pub . . .

Cheers!

Meal at a Croydon Turkish restaurant
2023-02-09 19:30 - 22:30

River Wandle Walk (4 miles)
2023-02-12 10:00 - 17:00
Meet from 10.45am on East Croydon Station’s concourse => leave at 11.10am for a tram to Wandle Park.
We will take a four mile leisurely walk via Wandle Park, Waddon Ponds, Beddington Park, Carshalton Ponds, Wilderness Island (London Wildlife Trust) to Carshalton Ponds + the high street where the walk will end.
From here you can get various buses back to Croydon or Purley but there’s an option to go to the nearby Cryer Srts centre afterwards for a “reasonably priced meal” 🥗 🍿+ drinks🍺🍷.

Valentines Poetry etc - What's that in the air?
2023-02-14 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
It must be L-U-R-V, because . . .

and I’m sure your excitement is reaching fever pitch. Dionne is ready to mark the occasion with her musings on the theme. There’ll be videos, comedy, a fun quiz (with prizes!), in-person recitations and enough soppy moving poetry to stir the stoniest heart (no, nominations not required).
Come and squeeze into the Hall for an evening of entertainment and interest.

Mitre Theatre Production: Isla (Venue: Lime Meadow Avenue)
2023-02-17 19:30 - 22:30

Geeks Transport Tour of London
2023-02-18 09:00 - 17:00
Join other transport geeks, enthusiasts and day trippers for a ride on and visit to some of London’s newest transport infrastructure and trains, with an emphasis on the East. Naturally transport providers have thwarted some best laid plans through timetable changes and bus replacement. So unfortunately we won’t be travelling on the shortest rail service in the UK (Upminster to Romford) or travelling direct from Liverpool Street to Barking.
Assemble 10.30am sharp at East Croydon station ticket hall ready for a 10.42 train to London Bridge. You are responsible for buying suitable ticket. Contactless or Oyster card would be the best.
In spite of the disappointment of not visiting Upminster, we will pass through some lesser used stations (as far as Croydonians are concerned) such as Canon Street and Fenchurch Street. We will see evidence of multimillion, ongoing capacity upgrade at Bank station, travel on two brand new lines including gawping at the River Thames from the upcoming Barking Riverside development and its new station and take a convoluted route (via Wanstead Park / Forest Gate (Elizabeth Line)) to Romford to see what’s there (the Croydon of East London?). After all that, we will probably want to rush back to the more familiar central London.
At this stage / afternoon there may be other places to go, trains to see that I have not thought of – do contribute ideas.
Pubs around Covent Garden will be busy with weekend and theatre custom (in fact desired pub is booked out till May) so I plan a conclusion at The Castle, Farringdon from where people can find their Thameslink way home when they please (“London Terminals” national rail ticket / season is not valid at Farringdon, so contactless and Oyster is best). Those who wish may like to have a late afternoon / early evening meal there and if that is the case let me know by Wednesday 15 February so I can try and secure a table(s).

Pancakes - Tossers and Flippers Night
2023-02-21 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
The time for tossing and turning has again come around. This is not a reference to restless sleep but a reminder that the COPSE Pancake Night will be this week! A flipping good time can be had.
Please provide your own batter – prepared at home or at the hall, if you wish – plus the accompanying ingredients . We do need to have some extra cooking appliances, if possible, so please bring any camping stoves or portable electric hobs you may own, along with frypans, spatulas, plates and cutlery. (As with our recent Burns Night feast, clearing away is so aided if COPSErs can pop their own used items into a bag to take back home for cleaning.)
During the evening, indulge yourselves with self-made food – and become creative by experimenting with a variety of fillings. Think of it, concoct it and perhaps tempt other brave people to try your results! Below are some of both savoury and sweet efforts from past years.
Savoury
Mushrooms with garlic, onions, mixed herbs and cream
Grated mature Cheddar cheese with optional pickle
Blue cheese (“upmanship”!) with sun-dried tomatoes
Sardines

Sweet
Maltesers
Nutella chocolate spread
Christmas pudding with crème fraîche (over ten months to replace the pud!)
Lemon curd sprinkled with ground ginger
A slight spread of butter, drizzled over by various flavoured coffee syrups
… and, of course, the traditional fresh lemon juice and sugar!

As well as devouring our pancakes, we may once more have a tossing contest for anyone who wishes to take part.
Come to beat and eat, chew and chat. Shrove Tuesday usually proves to be a pleasantly sociable Club Night.

Planning Meeting - CHANGE OF VENUE!!!
2023-02-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Ruskin House, 23 Coombe Road, Croydon, CR0 1BD, United Kingdom
Now meeting at 7.30 in the Mandela Lounge at Ruskin House.
Today’s email . . .
All
Sorry, but we’ve been let down on the venue tonight. Fortunately Roy at Ruskin House has responded quickly to Ireen’s desperate pleas, and the Mandela Room is available from 7.00. Meeting time is still 7.30.
The food option is reduced to several flavours of crisps, so you may want to make other arrangements.
Ken

Ever thought “we should do more of X” or “the Programme doesn’t have enough Y in it”? Well, here’s your chance to make your mark on the Club’s plan.
That Programme – for outdoor events, Club Nights and other social activities – is set by the Members, and this meeting plays a large part in how we do it. Here we create the main list of events for the next three months, to be published shortly after.
Everybody’s invited to come along and join the process, and all proposals are welcome.

Walk from Otford, Kent
2023-02-26 09:30 - 17:00 | Otford, TN14 5PG
I will lead a circular walk of about 5.5 miles from Otford in Kent on Sunday 26 Feb. It should take about three hours. There is a climb up steps and one other short steep climb and a couple of descents. There are pubs and cafes in Otford but no refreshments on the walk so you should bring food.
There is a public car park in Otford High Street opposite the Bull pub which is free on Sundays (GR 525594). It is a short walk from the station and near the walk route so we could meet people there if anyone wants to go by car. Let me know if you want to meet at Otford.
Meet at East Croydon Station at 09:45
to catch the 119 bus at 09:54 from stop El , arriving Bromley South about 10:30.
We catch the 10:49 from Bromley South arriving at Otford 11:13. You need a return from Bromley South to Otford. You can buy the ticket either at East Croydon or Bromley South. We should have about 15 minutes at Bromley South but getting tickets at E. Croydon would save time there.
Bob

Walk: Otford Circular (5.5 miles)
2023-02-26 09:45 - 17:00
This will be a circular walk of about 5.5 miles from Otford in Kent on Sunday 26 Feb. It should take about three hours. There is a climb up steps and one other short steep climb and a couple of descents. There are pubs and cafes in Otford but no refreshments on the walk so you should bring food.
Meet at East Croydon Train Station at 09.45 to catch the 119 bus at 09.54 from stop E1, arriving at Bromley South Station about 10.30. We will catch the 10.49 train from Bromley South arriving at Otford at 11.13.
You will need a return from Bromley South to Otford. You can buy the ticket either at East Croydon or Bromley South. We should have about 15 minutes at Bromley South but getting tickets at East Croydon would save time there.
There is a public car park in Otford High Street, opposite the Bull pub, which is free on Sundays (GR 525594). It is a short walk from the station and near the walk route so we will meet people there if anyone wants to go by car.

Croydon Bee Keepers
2023-02-28 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom

Weekend trip to Swanage
2023-03-03 10:00 - 2023-03-05 17:00

Walk: Petts Wood to West Wickham Common
2023-03-04 09:00 - 17:00
Join us on the next stage of the London LOOP (the 150-mile long orbital walk around London though the greener outskirts of the London Boroughs where it meets home counties countryside).
This walk will go from Petts Wood to West Wickham Common, a distance of around10 miles.
The guide book to the walk says:
“…You can leave the route at Farnborough [bus] after 3 miles, Keston [bus] after 7 miles, or at several other bus stops
Cafes at Petts Wood and High Elms Park [Bromley Environmental Centre]. Pubs at Farnborough and Keston. Toilets at Petts Wood and High Elms Park. Picnic opportunities at Tubbenden Meadow, Farnborough, High Elms C P, and Keston Ponds…
.”..The terrain gets quite hilly now, reaching nearly 560 feet, mostly on rough footpaths in the foothills of the North Downs, with one stile. The route passes through several wooded areas, a country park…commons…and farmland. Keston Ponds is a delightful spot by the source of the River Ravensbourne, and there are historical associations with the Roman army and the abolition of slavery.”
So, meet at East Croydon station at 9.10am to catch the 9.28am to London VICTORIA. Then get the 9.58am to Petts Wood, arriving at 10.34am. From the end we will merely catch a 119 bus back to Croydon, so decide which ticket option is best for you.
Bring usual drink and food, despite there being some places of refreshment en-route.

Chi Kung
2023-03-07 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom

Walthamstow Walk (4 miles)
2023-03-11 09:40 - 17:00
The details of the walk on Saturday are as follows:
Meet at 9.40am at East Croydon Train Station to take the train to London Victoria.
We will then take the Victoria Line to Walthamstow Ccentral.
It will be a four mile circular, easy walk via:
1) Walthamstow “village” which includes the Vestry House Museum (free), the old town hall, the “ancient” house, the old school, some “historic” alms houses + a couple of local pubs
2) “god’s own junkyard” (free) which is a very qwerky museum of used, new + reclaimed neon signs, salvaged signs, old movie props, retro displays + “all things light” with a nice cafe
3) Walthamstow’s famous “art deco” new town hall completed in 1943
4) William Morris gallery (he lived there as a child + was a founder member of “the “arts + craft” movement along with John Ruskin)
5) Lloyd park (there’s yet another one in London – but this one has a moat !!
6) A pub option near the end at Walthamstow Central tube station.

ISKCON - following up on our visit to the Hare Krishna temple
2023-03-14 20:30 - 22:00 | South Croydon United Church Hall, Aberdeen Road, South Croydon, CR0 1EQ, United Kingdom
ISKCON South London
Following our visit to the Hare Krishna temple in Watford, we learned of our very own South London chapter of ISKCON in South Norwood, who will be coming to tell us about their work in the area, distributing food to the hungry, following the ancient Vedic traditions, the origins of the Hare Krishna movement and more.
https://www.iskconsouthlondon.co.uk
