Here you will find stories and descriptions of many events put on by the IOG, from walks, runs and cycle rides (often with pictures and route maps), to socials, concerts and trampolining, to trips across the UK and further afield.
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Pics contributed by Stela. David M. organised his annual punting trip on the River Cam on a perfect Saturday afternoon (he organised the weather as well, of course). Six people joined him in punting up to Granchester, eating packed lunches en route. The pics tell …
Pics contributed by Peter and Simon, text by Simon. Red-raw hands, dark-purple bruises and a strange rash on my forearms. Walking away from the gym where we had just tried ‘Strongman’ it was tempting to dwell on the discomfort and the injuries, but it was …
Words and pics contributed by Peter. This past weekend, four hardy IOGers – Sarah Sheppard, Karen Stacey, Mel Davy and myself – teamed up with a couple of my running buddies, Esther & Danielle, plus my friend Asma’s kids, Aaliyah and Harry, to take on …
Text contributed by Celia, pics by Karen S. A fun time was had by all three of us at the Grand Dedham to Flatford Rowing Event from Dedham to Flatford and back. The weather was a perfect 25° with a light breeze to speed us …
Report contributed by Glen; pics by Sarah The Sunshine Coast more than lived up to its branding as ten of us sizzled our way first right alongside the shoreline and then atop a raised bank parallel with the sea but further inland. We set off …
Pic contributed by Pete. This was organised by Torben to cater to IOG members with children – and all the young at heart. A great afternoon was had with ’rounders, football, frisbee, aerobie, water fountains, and spider web climbing shenanigans’ (according to Pete). The first …