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For those wanting the most out of life, to meet great people, visit the best venues, and enjoy an extensive variety of exciting and often unusual social events, you have found the right place for quality recreation!
We are a fun meet-up group based all around the West Midlands, with plenty to offer everyone. Simply join the group, and flick through our events and mark yourself as attending those you'd like to join. Feel free to ask for a contact beforehand. We have thousands of members in your area, so expect a mix of new and regular members at most events.
GO: = "Great Opportunities!"
Everyone who enjoys the social aspects of being outdoors during the daytime, or evening socializing and nightlife, is welcome here. Our members are mainly young and single people who are interested in events locally, across the Heart of England and beyond, in a politics free environment.
We also communicate events via our FACEBOOK community page, where you can meet our many other group members who are not yet using our Meetup.com site
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- GO: Ceroc Dancing (classes and freestyle)See main event text, See main event text
GO: Ceroc Dancing (classes and freestyle).
Welcome to the wonderful world of Modern Jive, and in particular on Thursdays when we join Ceroc Walsall for an evening of socializing, rhythm, music, and fun! Most people arrive alone, as you get to rotate dance partners effortlessly anyway, though feel free to bring friends and/or partner if you wish.
Key Information
Venue: Aldridge Community Centre
Address: Middlemore Lane, Aldridge, WS9 8AN
Time: 19:30 to 22:30 (or often later)
Map: Streetmap.co.uk - Map of ws9 8an
Satellite: Aldridge, England - Google Maps
Parking: At the venue, or short walk from Aldridge buses.
Suitability: For both new and regular Modern Jive dancers
Attire: Casual, comfortable for dancing. Some people bring special dance shoes, but any footwear that slides (not trainers) works well.
Cost: £10 for two lessons and freestyle dance session (or £30 for six evenings), pay on entry.
Refreshments: The venue has a bar (own drinks not permitted)
Organizer: Ceroc West Midlands
Hosting/Welcoming: Collective amongst those attending.Format
Evening format: There are regular classes on Thursday nights, and we currently we hold a meetup every 2 or 4 weeks. Itinerary as follows:
(a) 19:45-20:00: 'Fundamentals' for our newer members
(b) 20:00-21:00: this then leads into the beginner's class followed by some freestyle/practice time.
(c) 21:00-21:30: Intermediate class for our improvers and a practice session of basic moves just taught for our newer members
(d) 21:40-22:30 or later: Freestyle through till our lights up track
Learn to Dance at Ceroc Walsall - Aldridge Community CentreFinding The Group
We mingle and dance with other dancers, as well as with other group members. Attendee may find each other at the bar at the start.
Bringing a sycamore leaf
If anyone attending is new (or uncertain of finding others) then our simple suggestion is to bring a sycamore leaf. They're entirely disposable and it's actually fun looking out for those waving a leaf!
OR: Be a Group Welcomer
If you can arrive at the outset, you'll be appreciated if you volunteer to greet other GO members. Just ask. Up to 5 attendees can be co-hosts. - Brixham Pirate Festival 2025See main event text, See main event text
Provisional event : Brixham Pirate Festival
*** This event remains in our calendar for festival-goers, however guided hiking and camping isn't included, as circumstances have changed for the original proposers. Camping in this area is tentatively deferred until 2026. Those RSVPd here for walking/camping are invited to attend our Lyndhurst and Bournemouth event instead ***
Early May bank holiday weekend by the seaside for a pirate festival, Social evening, beaches and walking also worthwhile in the locality.
Annual Pirate Festival Information:
Fancy dress is kind of expected!
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Brixham Pirate Festival 2024 | Visit Devon
The Brixham Pirate Festival - Annual Pirate Weekend 2025Where to Stay:
Book your own. Torquay Travelodge is surprisingly cheap, and we have also listed some ideas for campsites which may have availabilityBeverley Park, Paignton, Devon - Updated 2025 prices | Pitchup.com
Whitehill Country Park, Paignton, Devon - Updated 2025 prices | Pitchup.com
Fountain Violet Farm in Kingswear, Devon - book online now
Leonards Cove Holiday Park in Dartmouth, Devon - book online nowNot much available in and around Brixham itself however, presumably exhausted by those organizing the festival.
Hosting: This is collective among those going. We recommended contacting each other in advance of the trip.
- Clent, Walton Hills to Belbroughton circularNeeds location
## Details
Local Walk: Clent Hills/Walton Hills & Belbroughton circular
This is a lovely walk which ive done many times, with views of the Malvern Hills and Abberley Hills. Option of a pub stop after the walk has ended.
Logistics & Summary:
Meet: 10:45am for a prompt 11.00 am start at Walton Hills carpark, Walton Hill Rd, Halesowen B62 0NQ. Parking is free
Map: : https://maps.app.goo.gl/NEDwbbpCPuCnmRpX9
Distance: Approx 8 miles.
Terrain: A mixture of well established mainly trails/footpaths, country lanes and a number hills.
Food: Bring a packed lunch and water etc.
Footwear & clothing: Good walking footwear and clothing to match the weather/forecasted by the Met Office.
Walk leader: David T
Emergency contact: 07432046396 non answerable while driving.
Guests: Guests and well behaved dogs may attend.
Responsibility: As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risks. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks. Participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety. You must be comfortable walking the specified distance in order to attend please.
RSVP Commitment:
Places are limited, so withdrawing in the last 24 hours is forbidden. Attendances shouldn't be compromised by no-shows, late withdrawals, and uncommitted wait listing. Reliable attendees take priority over transgressors at future events.