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Wimbledon Court !

We were lucky enough to get Wimbledon tickets for one day during the 2004 championships.

It was always one of those things that I hoped to do whilst living in London, and I was not disappointed.

The atmosphere was fantastic, and although we did not have tickets to Centre Court, we had front row, base line tickets on Court 1. We saw mens & womens doubles quarter finals, and were excited to see Martina Navratilova win her doubles game.

To get the tickets we had to enter a ballot, via the wimbledon website. Entries had to be submitted before the end of 2003.

We were sent a letter with details of the day and seats that had been selected for us, and then we could decide if we wanted to buy the tickets, which of course we did!!

Theme: Other

Address: Wimbledon Park Road, Southfields

Phone: 44 (0)20 8971 2473

Directions: Nearest Tube: Southfields - the tournament is 10 minutes walk from here, or a short bus ride

Website: www.wimbledon.org


	Festival of Speed	Tip Rating:

By sue_stone

on April 18, 2004

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Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is the world’s "biggest and most diverse celebration of the history of motor sport".

The event is held in the grounds of Goodwood House.

The main attraction of the event is the hillclimb competition, in which cars from all eras and types of motorsports take part.

You can also walk around the paddocks for a close up look at the cars and bikes and some of the famous owners and drivers.

Sun screen, hat and possibly a book if you are not really that interested.....

Theme: Sports Watching

Address: Goodwood House, Chichester, West Sussex PO10PX

Phone: +44 (0)1243 755000

Directions: By rail: There is a regular service from London Victoria to Chichester (1hour, 40 minutes), plus the coastal service from Brighton and Portsmouth. Buses or taxis are available at Chichester Station.

Website: www.goodwood.co.uk/fos/

Other Contact: fos@goodwood.co.uk


	Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race	Tip Rating:

By sue_stone

on April 16, 2004

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the two teams passing Chiswick

The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race is a famous rowing race between the two universities, that happens each year in March.

They have been racing against each other over four & a quarter miles on the River Thames for 174 years.

Each year, the loser of the previous year's race challenges the winner to a new race.

The current score is Cambridge in a 78-71 lead, with a dead heat in 1877.

So, rug up, find yourself a place by the River, and cheer on home your favourite team!!

Theme: Sports Watching

Directions: On the River Thames, between Putney and Mortlake

Website: www.theboatrace.org


	Swimming in the fountain?	Tip Rating:

Updated By ginte

on October 22, 2006

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During the hot days in London it's hard to stand out without a water. So, people enjoy two fountains at the Trafalgar Square. And not only children. Adults have fun, too:-)

Swimming suite or with all your clothes...:-)

Theme: Other

Address: Trafalgar Square, WC2

Directions: Charing Cross or Leicester Square tubes


	The (new) Wembley Stadium	Tip Rating:

Updated By HORSCHECK

on February 20, 2007

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Wembley construction site

For every football and sports fan the Wembley Stadium is among the most famous stadiums in the world. I had the pleasure to attend a concert of U2 in the sold out stadium in 1997. Unfortunately, the old Wembley Stadium which was completed on 23 April 1923 was demolished at the beginning of 2003.
In December 2004 I took the chance to have a look at the New Wembley construction site. It is dominated by a 133 metre tall arch which supports the roof structure. The New Wembley Stadium should be inaugurated in early 2007.

Theme: Sports Watching

Directions: The Wembley Stadium is located northwest of the city centre. Tube: Wembley Central Rail: Wembley Stadium

Website: http://www.wembleystadium.com/


	Ice Skating	Tip Rating:

Updated By Mariajoy

on January 1, 2006

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Between November and the end of January there are several places to ice skate in London - but make sure you book first as this is a very popular activity! There are temporary rinks at Somerset House, The Natural History Museum, Cardinal Place Victoria Street, Greenwich, Kew Gardens amongst others. Tickets are timed and cost around £10 per hour. At Somerset House there are NO reductions for bringing your own skates.

Boots are provided but bring your own if you have them.

Theme: Other

Address: Several locations throughout London

Website: http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/ice_skating_london_index.html


	Is this the North Face of the Eiger???	Tip Rating:

Updated By Mariajoy

on January 1, 2006

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No!!! It's the Ice Wall at Somerset House!! For £40 you get two ice picks, a pair of crampons and expert tuition to guide you all the way to the top! With two inclines, one almost vertical the other not quite so, this is an activity suitable for all levels of climbing abilities! Who could resist the challenge?? Well..... me actually ;-)

For 40 quid they provide you with all the ropes you need!

Theme: Other

Address: Somerset House

Directions: The Strand, London

Website: http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/ice_skating_london_index.html


	Canoeing	Tip Rating:

By easyoar

on October 23, 2005

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This looks like a seaside shot of some canoeists just about to go out. Well it's actually the bank of the Thames. Not your normal sporting tip for London, but I can imagine paddling a canoe along the Thames past all the sites must be quite enjoyable way to spend a weekend morning. Take care for those Police speedboats that bomb up and down the Thames though! Little craft like canoes get rather buffeted by the wake of larger craft, especially from ones gaoing fast.

I guess you'd have to join a club or bring your own canoe.

Theme: Kayaking/Canoeing


	Ice Skating on the Tower's Old moat	Tip Rating:

Updated By Mariajoy

on January 5, 2006

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Reminds me of a Brueghel
painting!

Ice skating on the Tower of London's Old Moat - this is a new venue this year and is becoming an incredibly popular winter activity in London with so many famous landmarks installing a temporary ice rink for the Nov-Jan period. Check the website to see if there's one near you!

Boots are included in the price of the ticket but make sure you wear warm clothing!

Theme: Other

Address: Various locations throughout London

Website: http://www.londonnet.co.uk/ln/guide/about/attractions_iceskating.html


	Rugby at Twickenham Stadium	Tip Rating:

Updated By HORSCHECK

on February 20, 2007

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Rugby in Twickenham

In February 2007 a friend took me to a Rugby game of the 6 nations championships. England was facing Italy at Twickenham Stadium which is also called "The home of England Rugby".
England won the game in the sold out stadium with 20:7.
Twickenham Stadium was inaugurated in 1909 by the Rugby Football Union. At that time it had a capacity of 20.000 people both seating and standing. After various extensive rebuildings the capacity has now increased to 82.000. The stadium is also home to the Museum of Rugby.

Directions:
Twickenham Stadium is situated in the Twickenham district of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The nearest tube station is Richmond (District line) and the nearest railway station is Twickenham, which is served from London Waterloo.

Rugby Football Union:
http://www.rfu.com/

RBS 6 Nations Championships:
http://www.rbs6nations.com/