Fungi to be with - FUNGI FORAY
Foraging for wild, edible, spring mushrooms, such as St Georges Mushrooms ...
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Hampstead Heath
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London
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United Kingdom
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New Year's Eve Fireworks 2008
The annual display, launched from the foot of the London Eye and from rafts on the Thames, is visible from most of central London: the basic rule is that if you can see the London Eye, youll be able to see the show. They cram enough firepower for an hour-long display into ten explosive minutes, lighting up the sky for miles around. The best views a ...
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London Eye
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London
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United Kingdom
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Peter Pan Cup Swimming Race 2008
This lot are a hardy bunch but tradition is tradition and members of the Serpentine Swimming Club have been plunging themselves into the lakes icy waters every Christmas Day since 1864. At temperatures of below four degrees Celsius in winter, the swimmers will want to get a wiggle on so its lucky that they are all in hot pursuit of the prestigious ...
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Serpentine
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London
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United Kingdom
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The London International Horse Show 08
There is plenty to look forward at this year’s show.
The major show jumping competitions include the Rolex FEI World Cup™ Qualifier on H&M Sunday (21st December), the Puissance on Friday 19th December and the Grand Prix on Monday 22nd December.
The FEI World Cup Dressage sponsored by The Berkeley Group has its grand prix phase on Tuesday 16th De ...
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Olympia Grand & National Halls
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London
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United Kingdom
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International Horse Show
There is plenty to look forward at this year’s show. The major show jumping competitions include the Rolex FEI World Cup™ Qualifier on H&M Sunday (21st December), the Accenture Christmas Puissance on Friday 19th December and the Grand Prix on Monday 22nd December.
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Olympia
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London
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United Kingdom
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Ice Skating
Nothing quite beats a bit of al fresco festive ice disco on a winters night, in one of Londons original and best venues! So come and join us for a totter round the rink before retiring to the warmth and security of a nearby pub!
Booking Deadline: first come first served!
Time: 9.15-10.15pm (please arrive at least 15 minutes early). Well aim t ...
Event at:
Somerset House
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tennis to all tastes
Standard: Weve got 3 nights per week now to cater for all standards, so please check the calendar summary for the details of which day would suit you best! Regardless of standard, you must have your own racket (and balls preferably!)though Im afraid! Well try and pair people up as best as possible. The following is a rough guide for each category:
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Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Climbing in London
This is a casual climbing session, for anyone who fancies coming along. If you are not a registered or competent climber please let us know if you would like to come, as we need to ensure there are enough registered climbers to look after you! PLEASE NOTE - if youre not a registered climber and will need supervision, were afraid you can only come o ...
Event at:
Mile End Climbing Wall
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London
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United Kingdom
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Royal Parks Run
Well do a route across the Thames and then into St James Park, taking in Green Park and Hyde Park too. Distance can be determined on the night, and can be anything from 3 to 8 miles. Depending on turnout well try and have 2 different paces, one up at around 7/8 minute miles, and one at around 9/10 minute miles (about 1 hr pace for a 10k).
Cost: £ ...
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the Soho Gym in Waterloo
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tennis for all
Standard: Weve got 3 nights per week now to cater for all standards, so please check the calendar summary for the details of which day would suit you best! Regardless of standard, you must have your own racket (and balls preferably!)though Im afraid! Well try and pair people up as best as possible. The following is a rough guide for each category:
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Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Climbing in London
This is a casual climbing session, for anyone who fancies coming along. If you are not a registered or competent climber please let us know if you would like to come, as we need to ensure there are enough registered climbers to look after you! PLEASE NOTE - if youre not a registered climber and will need supervision, were afraid you can only come o ...
Event at:
Mile End Climbing Wall
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London
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United Kingdom
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Talent Spot
Free showcase for London’s undiscovered ice skating talent. ...
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SOMERSET HOUSE
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tower of London ice rink
The Tower ice rink returns for another year by popular demand. Set in the dry moat, the ice rink is the perfect way to have some fun and kick start the festive season
All the viewing areas and café are free to access.
So come along and watch your friends and family skating and enjoy a warming hot drink and snack.
Ice skating can be hazardous ...
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The Tower of London
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London
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United Kingdom
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Alexandra Palace Fireworks Display
Celebration of the failure of a plan by a group of Catholics to blow up the Houses of Parliament on 5th November 1605. The king at that time (James the First) was unpopular with Catholics because he passed laws which made them pay extra taxes unless they went to Anglican churches. A Catholic man called Guy Fawkes was found in a cellar underneath th ...
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ALEXANDRA PALACE
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London
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United Kingdom
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The Lord Mayor's Show
Since 1189 (during the rule of King John) there has been a Lord Mayor of London elected each year who represents the City of London, the traditional business centre of London (do not confuse the Lord Mayor with the Mayor of London, the role currently taken by Ken Livingstone). Each year a new mayor is elected and by tradition must travel from the C ...
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Royal Courts of Justice
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London
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United Kingdom
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Investec Challenge - England v Pacific Islands
England Team Manager Martin Johnson will face his first Test in charge of England on Saturday November 8 (ko 2.30pm) when they take on the Pacific Islanders at Twickenham Stadium.
Tickets for the Investec Challenge match England v Pacific Islanders on Saturday November 8 are available from Ticketmaster by calling 0870 902 0000 or _.Ticketmaster. ...
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Twickenham Stadium
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London
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United Kingdom
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Brian Blessed
Join Libby Purves talking to Brian about his mountaineering career including his attempts to climb Mount Everest as well as his trek on foot to the magnetic North Pole and his expedition into the jungles of Venezuela. ...
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Royal Geographical Society
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London
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United Kingdom
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Ten Pin Bowling
So, can you beat the long-standing 8th Day UK high score of 164? Well see!!
Were going upmarket again with the venue, so please do let us know asap if youre keen to come. Its a nice social night out, so come along. Guest-members are welcome too, and itll be a nice intro to the club.
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Bloomsbury Bowling, basement
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London
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United Kingdom
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Running Club
Well do a route across the Thames and then into St James Park, taking in Green Park and Hyde Park too. Distance can be determined on the night, and can be anything from 3 to 8 miles. Depending on turnout well try and have 2 different paces, one up at around 7/8 minute miles, and one at around 9/10 minute miles (about 1 hr pace for a 10k).
Cost: £ ...
Event at:
the Soho Gym
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tennis for everyone
Standard: Weve got 3 nights per week now to cater for all standards, so please check the calendar summary for the details of which day would suit you best! Regardless of standard, you must have your own racket (and balls preferably!)though Im afraid! Well try and pair people up as best as possible. The following is a rough guide for each category:
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Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Badminton plkaying
Capacity: up to 8
Standard: mixed
We have a seperate email list for badminton, so if youre keen to play regularly and receive reminders please click here to let us know
Booking Deadline: asap - bookings taken only from preceding Wednesday ...
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Wandle Recreation Centre
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London
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United Kingdom
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Climbing in London
This is a casual climbing session, for anyone who fancies coming along. If you are not a registered or competent climber please let us know if you would like to come, as we need to ensure there are enough registered climbers to look after you! PLEASE NOTE - if youre not a registered climber and will need supervision, were afraid you can only come o ...
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Mile End Climbing Wall
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London
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United Kingdom
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BUPA Great South Run - 10 miles
The BUPA Great South Run, held in Portsmouth, is Britains biggest and most popular 10 mile road race, attracting 12,000 runners each year.
The NSPCC have guaranteed places in this event and in return for a place, we ask for a minimum fundraising commitment of £200. If you would like to run for the NSPCC this year, please email runningnspcc. ...
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NSPCC
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London
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United Kingdom
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Run and Roast Event
This is the sort of thing you could perhaps use these to train for (the pic is from the Man v Horse marathon in Wales that we try and do every year). The session encompasses a run, a huge meal, good company, and a few drinks on a Sunday afternoon safe in the knowledge you deserve every bit of it. Perfect! Depending on turnout well usually have 2 gr ...
Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Cycle 2008
Everything you love about cycling, brought to life at Cycle 08
Cycle 08 is cycling heaven for everyone with an interest in two wheels. Visit this year’s show and see the world’s top 2009 bike brands before they hit the high street and take the opportunity to try many of them out. The show is a great chance to meet the teams from the leading bike ...
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Earls Court One
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London
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United Kingdom
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The Runners Workshop
A series of workshops developed specifically for runners. Led by Physical FIX Director Paul Hobrough, the workshops will cover topics such as structuring your training programme, avoiding injury, interval training and core stability.
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Landmark Arts Centre
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London
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United Kingdom
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LG AIR BAG TOUR 2008
WANT BIG AIR STYLE IN THE PARK LIKE THE PROS BUT DONT FANCY BREAKING YOUR BONES TO GET THERE?
Thanks to LG if you are a skier or a snowboarder you will have the opportunity to practise your jumps and Big Air tricks with the confidence of having a massive Air Bag to catch you!
The LG Airbag Tour is visiting 11 regional slopes across the cou ...
Event at:
Chill Factor-e
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LONDON
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United Kingdom
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The IoD Sporting Dinner - Rugby and Football United
The worlds of football and Rugby come together at this years Sporting Dinner as we are joined by three legendary names from past and present.
From the world of Rugby we have current England Captain Phil Vickery and fierce England critic, David Campese. Guests can expect to hear an abundance of stories from their rollercoaster careers, as well as ...
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The Royal Lancaster Hotel
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London
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United Kingdom
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Metro Ski and Snowboard Show 2008
Whether you’re a fanatic or a beginner; enjoy a memorable and exciting day out at the Metro Ski and Snowboard Show.
It’ll be a fully interactive experience with the centrepiece being the 40ft kicker, allowing some of Europe’s top riders the opportunity to get more air at the show than ever before. ...
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Olympia Grand Hall
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London
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United Kingdom
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The Best of Sport
See all the action on enormous plasma screens with fellow sports fans.MOTOR RACING MotoGP Indianapolis: 125cc and 250cc races. ...
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THE SPORTS CAFE LONDON
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London
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United Kingdom
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Sporting Lives
Contemporary portraits of athletes and Olympians. ...
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NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
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London
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United Kingdom
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Royal Parks Run
Well do a route across the Thames and then into St James Park, taking in Green Park and Hyde Park too. Distance can be determined on the night, and can be anything from 3 to 8 miles. Depending on turnout well try and have 2 different paces, one up at around 7/8 minute miles, and one at around 9/10 minute miles (about 1 hr pace for a 10k).
£free, ...
Event at:
Waterloo
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tennis - beginners doubles
Weve got 3 nights per week now to cater for all standards, so please check the calendar summary for the details of which day would suit you best! Regardless of standard, you must have your own racket (and balls preferably!)though Im afraid! Well try and pair people up as best as possible. The following is a rough guide for each category:
Beginner ...
Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Tennis: intermediate doubles and adv singles if space
Weve got 3 nights per week now to cater for all standards, so please check the calendar summary for the details of which day would suit you best! Regardless of standard, you must have your own racket (and balls preferably!)though Im afraid! Well try and pair people up as best as possible. The following is a rough guide for each category:
Intermedi ...
Event at:
Clapham Common
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London
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United Kingdom
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Climbing in London
This is a casual climbing session, for anyone who fancies coming along. If you are not a registered or competent climber please let us know if you would like to come, as we need to ensure there are enough registered climbers to look after you! PLEASE NOTE - if youre not a registered climber and will need supervision, were afraid you can only come o ...
Event at:
Mile End Climbing Wall
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London
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United Kingdom
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Mind Sports Olympiad
There has been an explosive growth in Mind Sports in the 21st century, and the Mind Sports Olympiad is great fun for the players and spectators.
• If you are an expert in your particular game or skill, pit your wits against others!
• If you would like to learn a new game, like chess, or Go, or Chinese chess, come along and there will be plenty ...
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Royal Halls Conference Centre
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London
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United Kingdom
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