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SUMMARY:Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe again consult our oenological guru Alan\, who I expect to be dazzling us with a variety of wines\, some of which will\, by way of a change and a challenge\, emerge from boxes.\nMake sure you’re present at the 8.30 kickoff so as not to miss any of the wines or nibbles.\nNote that £3 will be extracted from drinkers. If you can get wine cheaper . . . you probably shouldn’t!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/wine-tasting-5/
LOCATION:South Croydon United Church Hall\, Aberdeen Road\, South Croydon\, CR0 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights
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SUMMARY:Geeks Transport Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Calling all transport geeks and copsers who just love nothing better than swanning around London with each other.  Here are some details about this year’s tour on Sunday 8 March.  It’s turning into a busman’s holiday.  Meeting place and time below.\n\nDevising this year’s tour is proving a challenge.  Running out of new ideas is one thing but when many rail lines are closed for engineering works\, that’s another…\nTfL warns of widespread rail and Tube disruption throughout March\n\nSo\, ticking off the Liberty Line will have to be deferred\, again.  Using the DLR is not attractive.  Nipping round the Windrush line is not a goer.  So… numerous bus rides it is.\n\nFortunately there is one mega piece of new transport infrastructure to visit.  Largely not talked about.  Perhaps because it’s been a success – on time\, budget\, doing what it is meant to do.  But probably because it’s out of sight being underground and you would not notice it unless you are a regular motorist trying to cross from South East London to North East London.  (Or a cyclist using the free cycle shuttle bus.)  Yes\, it’s the Blackwall Tunnel’s new cousin\, the Silvertown Tunnel.  We will take the most direct route by public transport (i.e. resisting the inexorable pull of London Bridge rail interchange) to Boord Street footbridge in North Greenwich for a revealing vantage point and then take one of the  exciting new cross river bus services made possible.    And then… the afternoon is a bit up for grabs.  Further ideas welcome.  But we will likely take in Liverpool Street station towards the end to learn a bit more about the controversial redevelopment plans.   And then collapse in a Wetherspoons in the City.\n\nMeeting – East Croydon tramstop 10.15am.  We catch the tram towards Beckenham at 10.27am or thereabouts.   Also possible to meet us at Beckenham Road tramstop (on street) approx. 10.40am where we alight and transfer to ‘Clock House’.   (By coincidence a repeat of last year’s opening tram leg of the tour.)   Ensure you have a suitable ticket / pass / Oyster card for all modes in zones 1 to 5.\n\nHope to see you.\nAndrew\n07985 936953
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/geeks-transport-tour-2026-details-coming-soon/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T220000
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SUMMARY:Croydon High Street\, Part 2 with Carole Roberts
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHere’s local historian Carole on a previous visit. You’ll remember how enthusiastically we responded to her wonderfully researched and presented talks on the Davis Theatre and the Grand Theatre. Carole gave us a fascinating Part 1 of her Croydon High Street story last October. She has spent long hours in the Croydon archives digging up little-known facts\, and her research certainly paid off with a series of “Ooh\, I didn’t know that” moments. \nWe found out that\, long before a disgruntled elephant trashed the place (you had to be there)\, the High Street may have been a Roman road and was certainly a bridleway by the Midde Ages. We discovered the origin of “North End” and “South End” – which certainly caused confusion in the 19th century and still does for some. We viewed the first(?) map of Croydon\, from 1785 – in French\, by a Frenchman. We tracked the rise and fall of the many watering holes\, some of which continue to grace the area – the Ship has been there since 1835. \nNow Carole’s back with Part 2\, starting where Part 1 left off in 1901. \nA must see event for our Club! \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/croydon-high-street-part-2-with-carole-roberts/
LOCATION:South Croydon United Church Hall\, Aberdeen Road\, South Croydon\, CR0 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ken":MAILTO:ken@brogan.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Loop walk - Chingford onwards
DESCRIPTION:Yes folks\, this SATURDAY\, SATURDAY\, SATURDAY – time to continue with the LOOP* which is now very definitely in Essex.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChingford to Chigwell Row (which is not at Chigwell\, but some way beyond). A slightly shorter stretch than sometimes at around 7 miles or so. We take in a short visit to Queen Elizabeth I’s Hunting Lodge which is free and you can ride your horse up and down the staircase as she reputedly did! Next door is the Epping Forest Visitors Centre.\n\nThe possible refreshment stops are early in the walk at Butler’s Retreat cafe (where we went last time here in Feb 2020)\, and a pub shortly after\, which we’ve never been to. After that you are reliant on your flask of tea/coffee and marmalade sandwiches until the end and beyond\, so bring such stuff with you – along with a good pair of walking boots and a walking pole for any floods please\, and maybe an inflatable dinghy if you have one (only joking about the last bit\, I hope!)\n\nAfter a short stretch of the Epping Forest we stride ever on into the Roding Valley\, where we take a new route for the LOOP which you won’t find in the guidebook yet. A chance to leave and go home north of Chigwell where you can be directed to Chigwell station along a road straight there. Otherwise it’s onwards through beautiful countryside to Chigwell Row where we catch a regular short bus ride to Hainault Underground station.\n\nMeet East Croydon rail stn at 9.00am to catch the 9.15 to London Bridge\, then catching the tube to Liverpool Street\, then an Overground train to Chingford\, arriving at 10.43am. A Travelcard zones 1-6 will suffice for all this\, unless you have all these wonderful magic cards.\n\n\n*The LOOP (London Outer Orbital Path) is a 150 mile long trail around the outskirts of the London area\, going along rivers\, through woodland and meadow\, over hill and dale\, and sometimes on the pavement.\n\n\nPaul N\n07968 223589\n\n\n\n\n<\nYes\, after all the rain we’ve had recently\, you need to make sure you’re equipped for the conditions – boots and waterproofs are basic requirements! \nHave you read and digested our guidance for walkers? It’s available here!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/loop-walk-chingford-onwards-details-coming-soon/
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SUMMARY:St Patrick's Day - Celebrating at Ruskin House
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWe’ve made a habit of taking a party of COPSE people along to Ruskin House’s enjoyable annual Irish kneesup.\nThis year St Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday so we’re moving our Club Night up the road for the occasion.\nIreen will be reserving a COPSE space so we can sit together\, and if you let her know you’re coming she will include you.\nSláinte!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/st-patricks-day-celebrating-at-ruskin-house/
LOCATION:Ruskin House\, 23 Coombe Road\, Croydon\, CR0 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights
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SUMMARY:Capital Ring Walk 6 - Wimbledon Park to Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Continuing to be inspired by Paul’s assault on the Loop\, and encouraged by the enthusiastic turnout for Parts 1 to 5\, I’m continuing the Capital Ring circuit. \nNewbies can click on the map above to see what the Capital Ring is all about. \nThis leg is a stroll of about 7.5 miles on rough tracks or paths and grass\, with some ups and downs. Please wear boots as mud still prevails! \nThe book says : \n“Many Capital Ring walkers rate this section as the prettiest of the route.\, as it crosses three vast and delightful open spaces – Wimbledon Park\, Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park – and conveniently passes their tea rooms” \nThere are plenty of feeding and toilet opportunities along the way\, and there are pub options at the end – The Prince’s Head looks a good bet.. \nWe finish at Richmond Station\, from where the best way back to Croydon appears to involve a train to Waterloo\, though I’m sure others can find alternative routes. \nJoining Opportunities\n\n\n\nEast Croydon station from 12 noon to catch the 12.09 tram to Wimbledon\, then tube to Wimbledon Park.\nhttps://w3w.co/dock.jars.folds\nWimbledon Park Station\, Arthur Road exit\, where this leg of the Ring starts\, from our scheduled arrival about 12.55\nhttps://w3w.co/lime.grit.froth\n\n\n\nContact\nKen on 07921 258876 \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/capital-ring-walk-6-details-coming-soon/
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SUMMARY:Valerie and Paul's Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:Valerie now has so much time on her hands that she’s been able to devise\, along with Paul\, a (no doubt) intriguing and ingenious Quiz for our delight. I can’t wait to see what they come up with. \nCome along (arriving on time!) and find out for yourself! \n 
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/valerie-and-pauls-quiz-night/
LOCATION:South Croydon United Church Hall\, Aberdeen Road\, South Croydon\, CR0 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Club Nights
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SUMMARY:An all-vegetarian menu at a Croydon restaurant
DESCRIPTION:Please contact Ireen for further details and to book \nIreen (07968 035522)
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/an-all-vegetarian-menu-at-a-croydon-restaurant/
CATEGORIES:Social
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SUMMARY:Steaming day at Kew
DESCRIPTION:Hi everyone next Sunday 29th March a visit is planned to the London Museum of Water and Steam which is located near to Kew Bridge in West London.\nHere is their website: https://waterandsteam.org.uk/ \nThe museum invites you to “Step into the age of steam and discover London’s most awe-inspiring museum and uncover the surprising story behind the city’s quest for clean water. We tell the story of London’s public water supply\, the site\, its people and the amazing pumping engines that helped to transform a city.” \nOur visit is on a Steam-Up day when these amazing engines are run.\nThere is also a steam railway for you to take a ride on. \nTickets\nI did a recce on the last steaming day in February and spoke to the nice lady in charge.\nShe said that we could book our tickets on line at\nhttps://lmws.digitickets.co.uk/category/51367?navItem=1185565 \nMake sure you book for Sunday March 29th!\nSteaming day tickets cost £15\nAt the moment there is a good ticket availability for this day. \nYou can just turn up and I would imagine you would not have a problem but if you would like to be sure then book. \nFood and drink\nThere is a cafe at the museum opening from 11.30am. There is a pub nearby that does lunch deals and there are also several cafes and coffee bars nearby\, or you can bring your own lunch. \nOther local interests.\nFor those interested there is the Musical Museum just up the road. It seems to have some good reviews although I have not verified this.\nhttps://www.musicalmuseum.co.uk/visit-us\nThis museum has ” An amazing array of musical instruments and inventions. Self-playing pianos and violins\, pipe organs\, music boxes\, gramophones\, keyboards\, synthesizers and more.”\nIt features “A piano that can reproduce performances recorded by world-famous pianists. A violin that can play itself! Have you heard an Edison Phonograph? Or a jukebox that plays 78rpm records? The electronic organ that changed the sound of pop music?”\nEntrance is £15 or £12 for concessions. \nTravel arrangements.\nWe meet at 9.20am at East Croydon rail station to catch the 9.36am to Clapham Junction.\nHere we catch the 10.00am train to Kew Bridge arriving at 10.16.\nThe museum is a 2 minute walk away. \nNo muddy footpaths so ordinary town shoes are appropriate. \nI look forward to seeing you.\nCheers\,\nAndy
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/steaming-day-at-kew-details-coming-soon/
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Work Home
DESCRIPTION:“I love work. I could watch it all day”\,\nsaid someone. \nThis is a bit like that. It’s another instalment of our feature where COPSErs give an account of their working lives to the rest of us. \nPrevious occasions have been very informative and entertaining\, with some surprising revelations\, and there’s no reason this one should be any different. \nPlease be there on time to avoid interrupting the flow!
URL:https://www.copsecroydon.co.uk/event/bring-your-work-home-2/
LOCATION:South Croydon United Church Hall\, Aberdeen Road\, South Croydon\, CR0 1EQ\, United Kingdom
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