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What's on this Month
Your essential what's on guide for events, activities, clubs and much more in and around Orpington. There's something for everyone!
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community & charity
Bereavement Café
Message the Facebook page for a call back
Cost: Free Contact: www.facebook.com/bereavementcafe
If you're struggling with the loss of a loved one, contact The Bereavement Cafe to talk with qualified bereavement counsellors. All are welcome.
Bromley Mencap Services
Contact: 020 8466 0790 Helpline open Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Email support: enquiries@bromleymencap/org www.bromleymencap.org.uk
Call for advice and a friendly voice. We understand many disabled people and their families may be feeling anxious and worried during these difficult times. Please phone our helpline should you require any support or need advice during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bromley Well
Monday - Saturday, 9am-5pm
Contact: 0808 278 7898 Email: spa@bromleywell.org.uk www.bromleywell.org.uk
Bromley Well provides help for you to stay emotionally and physically well and to remain independent. Bromley Well are running workshops which are free but you need to be registered as a Bromley Well service user. See website for details.
Forget-Me-Not Survivors Of Suicide Loss
Meet the first Thursday of every month
7.45pm - 9.45pm Cost: Free Contact: Sandra - 07519 105354 Email: sosl.orpington@gmail.com www.survivorsofsuicideloss.org.uk Twitter: @ForgetMeNotSoSl
Forget-Me-Not offers support for all those affected by suicide loss. The group is self-led and informal, where you can connect with other survivors.
We are knitting for the Intensive Care Baby Unit at Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH), Orpington. Anyone is welcome to join - you don’t have to be an experienced knitter. Due to COVID-19 we are knitting at home. Contact Lin for more information.
FESTIVALS
Petts Wood Calling
Saturday 7th August
12pm at The Memorial Gardens, Petts Wood Tickets: www.pettswoodcalling.com
This one-day charity music festival is brought to you by the organisers and crew who have run Petts Woodstock since 2014. The event will feature an outdoor 'dome' stage promising local musical talent and a large bar serving an array of beer, wine and spirits. Tickets cost £12.50 in advance, under 12s go free.
Priory Live Music Festival
Saturday 7th August
Priory Gardens, Orpington mail: priorylivefestival@gmail.com Tickets: www.priorylive.co.uk
Priory Live Orpington’s Music Festival, taking place at Priory Gardens in Orpington this August. There’ll be original music with acts including headliners Toploader, Secret Affair, Con Barclay, Hometown Show, 10 hours as well as comedy, poetry and talent on the BBC Upload Stage. World foods, a craft bar, rides and a creative makers market also feature. Adults £15, Under 16s £8 and under 12s go free.
Kent Coffee Festival
Saturday 28 August & Sunday 29 August
The Gulbenkian, University of Kent, Canterbury Contact: www.kentcoffeefestival.co.uk
If you’re looking for a fun day out for all the family this August bank holiday with a shot of coffee and culture thrown in then the new Kent Coffee Festival might just be for you! It will celebrate all things coffee, providing fresh inspiration, tips and ideas for coffee enthusiasts. Discounted tickets can be pre-booked online - adults £6, teens £4 and children under 12 go free.
mARKETS
Orpington Market
Open Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
9am - 3pm Market Place, Orpington BR6 0TW Contact: 01689 832923 Email: info@orpingtonmarket.co.uk www.orpingtonmarket.co.uk
A weekly market in the heart of Orpington (next to the Walnuts Shopping Centre) bringing together fresh produce, fashion, homeware & crafts. Stalls will be adhering to the 2m distancing rules. Please queue responsibly.
libraries Orpington Library
Contact: 01689 831551 Email: Orpington.library@gll.org www.bromley.gov.uk/orpingtonlibrary Open Monday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm
Petts Wood Library
Contact: 01689 821607 Email: Pettswood.library@gll.org www.better.org.uk/library/london/bromley Open Monday - Tuesday and Thursday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm
SOUTHBOROUGH Library
Contact: 020 8467 0355 www.better.org.uk/library/london/bromley/ southborough-library Open Monday - Tuesday and Friday - Saturday from 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 5pm
Please check websites for the latest library updates and opening times.
Flin's Online & Live Outdoor Fitness Classes
See website for class dates & times
Cost: PAYG £5 - £8 Contact Fran: 07976 412027 www.flinsfitness.co.uk
Online streaming plus live offerings - 40+ classes a week, early mornings, mid mornings and evenings, including weekend classes. Body Conditioning, Strength, Cardio, Pilates, Yoga, Back2Basics beginners classes and more. Come to our NEW OUTDOOR POD at Westcombe Park, or evenings at Tubbenden School.
Dr Bike Cycle Maintenance Session
9th August
Orpington War Memorial, 344 High St Orpington BR6 0NQ Time: 9am - 12pm Contact: LBB Road Safety Team (Event organiser) Tel: 020 8313 4546 | Email: road.safety@bromley.gov.uk www.bromley.gov.uk/DrBike
Get a free MOT for your bike. The DR BIKE cycle mechanics will check your bike and fix minor faults such as brakes, chain, cables, gears and tyre pressure. Sessions on 13th and 27th August will also be run at Norman Park at the same times.
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