Coffee Morning Blog

SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Such a great time had by our party of over 50 members, friends and family who went on our annual National trip. This year, we went to Bournemouth on Saturday 5 September 2026. A lovely way to see out the beautiful Summer. The day was lovely and sunny, the sea calm, water clear and the sand was soft. The fish and chips at Harry Ramsey was just delicious with lovely service. It was an amazing day. It was great to have some young people join grandmas and family members. We really want to encourage intergenerational activities.
Looking forward to next year. One love.
Viviene, Croydon Chair

FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2025
Today, our coffee morning was such fun. In spite of the bus diversion members made the effort to attend. We also had a couple of new attendees.
As usual we had a variety of sandwiches and side salad, a lovely platter of fresh fruits, with the added touch of strawberries and raspberries courtesy of one of the members.
Today we did not have our fitness instructor but quess what?! Victor and Yvette filled in and all had a wonderful time, getting in a bit of cardio.
The morning was topped off with a talk from two quest speakers from DWP sharing information on work place adjustments and how to claim relevant benefits.
I must say, no two coffee mornings are the same, today there was much fun with the bingo when folks excitedly shouted “BINGO” only to find the number was not actually called.
Another element to today, one member brought in some lovely homegrown gala apples and another tomatoes. It was lovely to share these among members and to see folks going off with little parcels of fruit and vegetables. The rain which came down later did not dampen our spirit!
Viviene, Croydon Chair