6 May
2014
6 May
'14
6:46 p.m.
OK guys. This message is intended to be helpful, but I fear it is too complicated for
that.
The tour starts at the junction of Conduit Lane and the A212, CR0 5RQ. Nearest transport
link is Combe Lane tram stop. Trams run to there from East and West Croydon stations.
Both are possible, but East Croydon is more convenient. The tram journey is about 8mins
from E Croydon to Coombe Lane and it takes 13 mins or so to walk from here to Conduit
Lane.
East and West Croydon stations are linked by tram, bus or a 13 min walk. Forget South
Croydon, Selhurst and Waddon Stations. I believe you pay/swipe card before boarding
trams.
Via Victoria
Trains to East Croydon from Victoria take 15mins. From there it is tram to New Addington,
alighting at Coombe Lane.
Assuming the tour leaves at 9am, a possibility would be the 08.06 Portsmouth train from
Victoria.
Via London Bridge to East Croydon
The direct train takes 31 mins because there are more stops. Unfortunately there
isn't a conveniently-timed train. The 8.05 gets to E Croydon at 8.36, which would be
a bit tight for a 9am start (but possible by taxi).
Via London Bridge to West Croydon
The Overground goes there directly from Shadwell, Canada Water etc, but it is not running
on Saturday, which is annoying. I wouldn't recommend bus replacement services. The
7.40 direct train from L Bridge to W Croydon arrives at 8.18, which would leave ample time
to get to Conduit Lane.
My suggestion would be to meet at East Croydon by, say, 8.30 and share a taxi to Conduit
Lane, which would be a short journey and would avoid a longish walk from the tram or bus
stop. There are loos and a cafe at Conduit Lane - IF they open early enough.
Another alternative
would be to join the tour at Oxted, where the station is practically next door to the
first dance spot. The 8.53 direct train from Victoria arrives at 9.30, which would allow
for up to an hour more in bed and almost no walking.
Hannorah
I'm really sorry that this is probably irrelevant to you, but I've now reached the
limit of my concentration and I'm not sure which is your nearest station.
NB - everyone
The tour ends at Northwood's home pub, the Royal Standard in Central Croydon, CR0 1SS.
I believe that no one is staying for the feast, so there is little point in returning to
Conduit Lane after that, although coach transport will be available. I suggest that we
walk to one of the Croydon stations from the pub for the return journey (although I'd
probably catch a bus, since the Overground isn't running)
The first dance spot is at Oxted at 9.30. There is a Wetherspoons and another cafe for
breakfast, but the dance spots aren't very exciting, one being in a supermarket car
park. I believe the Northwood guys rely on this as an ideal opportunity to collect money
to subsidise the tour. Thereafter the route is scenic as we are transported along the
byways of the Kent/Surrey borders. The final pub is, well, unusual...... We could have a
competition for the most apt adjective.
There is usually a collection for the coach driver towards the end of the trip.
In the unlikely event that you have read through to this point, I look forward to seeing
you on Saturday. I do hope that you enjoy it at least enough to justify such an early
start.
S x
Date: Mon, 5 May 2014 22:19:29 +0100
From: rachel.sheridan(a)cantab.net
To: rebeccasuch(a)hotmail.com
CC: team(a)towerravens.org.uk
Subject: Re: [Tower Ravens] Saturday 10th and Monday 12th
Update - having checked the info that I do currently have, 9am-ish in Croydon is correct,
but as detailed as it gets. I've poked the guys and hopefully they'll reply
soon!
R
On Mon, May 5, 2014 at 10:09 PM, Rachel Sheridan <rachel.sheridan(a)cantab.net>
wrote:
Hi guys,
Sorry to be so useless regarding info for Saturday. I've been completely snowed under
with various personal stuff. I do have info, and will send it round soon. Many
apologies.
Rachel xx
On Mon, May 5, 2014 at 6:38 PM, Becky Such <rebeccasuch(a)hotmail.com> wrote:
Hey everyone,
Can I confirm where those going to Northwood Day of Dance need to be and when?I think
it's 9am Croydon? Although can I confirm which Croydon station that is as there seem
to be 4! And for all of those who know me to be extra stupid regarding travel in and
around London, does anyone know off the top of their head if that just goes from London
Bridge?
Also, do we know what time the day ends/we'll be heading back?
Secondly, it seems to be that some of Thrales are coming on Monday 12th to help people out
with tumbling. Is this actually known among the team and can the people who want/need this
extra help be there? The plan seems to be that they'll come to our practice for the
first half hour and then go on to their own practice. Hannorah, in particular I know
you're interested in learning but know you struggle to get there after netball! And
Katherine etc. who are students are you out of the stress yet to have the time to do it?
I have a suspicion that most of this has already been discussed, so sorry for needing
repeats!
Thanks,
Becky xx
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