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Lingfield Races 2024
01/06/2024
The trip to Lingfield Races took place on Saturday, June 1st.
It was an early evening card followed by some live soul music so should be good fun.
We travelled by train from East Croydon.
Here are some photographs of our trip
Annual Walk 2024
20/07/2024
Our annual walk took place on Saturday, July 20th a stroll along the Regent’s Canal from Camden Lock to Paddington Basin.
The walk was around four mile on level paths.
We stopped for refreshments along the way and then in time honoured fashion we will end our walk with a few glasses and a meal at a venue yet to be decided in the Paddington Basin area.
NOTES FROM THE WALK
1st Group - Camden Lock to Little Venice, on to Paddington Basin; Please arrive at your leisure then meet at Wetherspoons THE ICE WHARF approx 12 Noon. Departed walk at 12.30.
2nd Group - Those joining at LITTLE VENICE - Warwick Avenue Tube - 3 minute walk to Pub WARWICK CASTLE - 6 Warwick Pl, London W9 2PX. (1st Group will arrive approximately 1.30) We had an area in the snug bar reserved under Tracy's name.
3rd Group - Paddington Station - Meet at Zizzi's Canal side at Paddington Basin - (3 - 3.15 pm booking). Seating booked under Tracy's name
Photographs of the walk
After suitable refreshement......onwards
Have flag, will follow
Time for some much needed food and drink
Garden Party 2024
04/08/2024
Our garden party was on Sunday, August 4th hosted by Sue and Dennis Gigney so thanks to them for opening up their lovely garden for us all to enjoy.
What a great day it was, here are some photo's of the Garden Party
Christmas Meeting 2024
12/12/2024
Spring Park Wine Circle held our annual Christmas Charity Fundraiser, where we raised a staggering £630 for our chosen Charity Shirley Neighbourhood Care. All those that attended had an amazing time. Thanks to everyone for their generosity and time.
We are happy to report that Shirley Neighbourhood Care has used a portion of the event's revenues to fill 220 Christmas gift bags with the words, "Thank You SPWC for making this happen."
Without our exceptional members, we could not have accomplished this. Thank you all, and have a wonderful Christmas.
Christmas Meal 2024
17/12/2024
Our Christmas meal took place on Tuesday, December 17th at Tugra restaurant in Hayes. We had our own dedicated room, with its own bar, until midnight. A fun evening was had by all, after the meal DJ Kevin cranked the music up and we danced the night away.
Post Office Museum May 2025
14/05/2025
A look back at some of the highlights of the day. I am sure you will all agree a fabulous day out - full of fascinating history, fun and great memories.
Summer Walk Haysden Country Park 2025
06/07/2025
Travellede by train to Tonbridge from Bromley South we picked up the river path which lead into this delightful country park. We followed a circular route around the lake, stopping halfway for refreshments and a comfort break at an award-winning café.
We ended our walk at Tonbridge Castle and those who wish to can visit the small visitor centre and learn a little about the history of the castle which is one of the oldest motte and bailey castles in the UK. Then, in time honoured fashion, we retired to a popular local hostelry, the Ivy House, for a late Sunday lunch.
Lingfield Races and live music night - August 2025
02/08/2025
Those who came to this popular event last year will remember that the racing was good and so was the live evening entertainment. Unfortunately, the weather was positively arctic, which was a shame. This year will be our third visit, so we hope for third time lucky meaning much better weather. Especially as the entertainment this time is an Abba party night featuring a live tribute band playing into the evening.
Further information will follow, but members who wish to join us should let us know as soon as possible so that we can benefit from a group early bird discount offer of £16pp which applies to groups of more than 10. Nonetheless, you can of course purchase your own ticket online at any time right up to the day.
Annual Summer BBQ -August 17th 2025 - The Warren
17/08/2025
We had a fabulous afternoon at the Warren, which turned out to be a great venue, which we had all to ourselves - perfect. We couldn't have been luckier with the weather, a glorious 26c.
We would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to Ian for organising - being our fire starter, setting up the barbecue, and arranging for us all to try our hand at petanque, which was great fun.
A few memories to look back on the day....
Faversham Hop Festival August 2025
31/08/2025
We had a great day at the Faversham Hop Festival. Started with a wee swiftly at the Richmal Crompton (spoons in Bromley), followed by a lovely train journey to Faversham.
The day consisted of lots of laughter, live music, and entertainment and great company and fun, fun, fun. Some of us even squeezed in a brewery tour of Shepherds Neame whilst the rest of the group had a glass or two of wine. We all joined back up at 4pm for late lunch at Ask, for more belly laughs and you guessed it more vino........
Roll on, next years, this has to be one social outing we return to.
Some highlights to look back on ... what did we look like
Christmas Meal 2025 at Arga
08/12/2025
Our Christmas 
Meal at the Agra Restaurant in Beckenham
Christmas Meeting - Clubs 50th Anniversary
11/12/2025
We celebrated our 50th Anniversary to the day since its creation on the 11th December 1975 - 2025.
Our chosen charity for 2025 was selected by Tracy "Alzheimers Research".
As is tradition all proceeds on the night went to our chosen charity. The committee ran "craft table, tombola, golden ticket raffle, 50 questions quiz sheet, sold anniversary memento coasters".
Plus earlier in the month a group of committee members hosted a wine talk and raffle at Probus, money raised on that night also went to the charity.
Thank you to all your generous support we raised a staggering £1033 for Alzheimers Research.
Please se thank you certificates form Alzheimers and photos of the evening below......
Meopham Valley Vineyard
26/07/2026
A group of 30 members and guests enjoyed a fantastic afternoon at Meopham Valley vineyard on Sunday, July 26th.
Taking advantage of the lovely sunny weather, we were royally entertained by vineyard proprietor, Surinder Bassi, ably assisted by his family and support team. Surinder spoke passionately about the history of the vineyard and how his family became involved.
We sampled eight wines produced by the vineyard, all of which were very nice indeed.
The wine was then followed by super charcuterie boards, accompanied by some more glasses of Meopham wines.
Summer Walk 2026
01/08/2026
Annual Summer Walk – 1 August – Hampstead Heath
Our Annual Summer Walk was organised by Paul Breslin. We met at Victoria Station at 10:30am in the Beer House pub before, after a brief refreshment, making our way to Highgate for the start of the walk.
We set off from Highgate Station and headed uphill for around a mile until we reached The Flask for a much-needed break from the baking sun.
From there we continued into Hampstead Heath, passing both the Men's and Ladies' Bathing Ponds before making our way to the magnificent Kenwood House.
After stopping for refreshments and taking a look around this fantastic building, we continued to the viewpoint on Parliament Hill, where spectacular views across London opened up before us.
Some four miles into the walk, we descended into Hampstead for lunch at the lovely Anatolian restaurant, Zara's.
This was a highly recommended walk, made even more enjoyable by the fantastic weather. Along the way we experienced some of the best views across London from Parliament Hill, the Tumulus Field, the Pergola (Hill Garden) and the Vale of Health.
As for the Heath itself, the main areas include Parliament Hill Fields and East Heath, which make up the southeastern part of the Heath, while West Heath, North End and the Heath Extension are the more wooded areas to the northwest. The ponds are scattered throughout the Heath, with the best known being the Hampstead Ponds between Parliament Hill and Pryors Field, and the Highgate Ponds on the Highgate side of Parliament Hill Fields.
Paul was our guide for the day. After completing three practice walks in all kinds of weather, he led our group of 15 members to all the best viewpoints and, with temperatures reaching a balmy 26°C, ensured we also stopped at the best refreshment spots along the way.
Many thanks to Paul for all the time and effort he put into planning another excellent Summer Walk.
