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Cyclists face 14-month closure of busy route
A busy cycle route between Wassenaar and Leiden is expected to close for at least fourteen months from October because of construction work for the WarmtelinQ heat network.
Fietsersbond Wassenaar has criticised the proposed diversion through Stevenshof and Haagse Schouw, arguing that it creates additional safety risks for cyclists. Discussions with the municipality, WarmtelinQ and the contractor are continuing, but no final alternative has yet been agreed.
Props and sets from Soldaat van Oranje go under the hammer
Sets, props, furniture and technical equipment from the long-running musical Soldaat van Oranje are being auctioned online.
Items include a replica Bentley, a stage motorboat, theatre seats and a large portrait of Queen Wilhelmina. The musical ran for almost sixteen years at the TheaterHangaar in Katwijk and attracted more than four million visitors before closing in July.
Parking problems cause frustration at Evenementenplein
Businesses are raising concerns about trucks and private cars parking on the renewed Evenementenplein in Wassenaar’s village centre.
Restaurant Dino’s says delivery vehicles sometimes stop close to its terrace, causing inconvenience for guests. The municipality is preparing plans for a new loading and unloading area on Van Hogendorpstraat and says enforcement officers will be asked to pay additional attention to the square.
Organisers look back on successful festival week
The Wassenaar Oranjevereniging has described this year’s Oranje Zomer Feestweek as a success.
The programme combined traditional favourites such as the lantern parade, fireworks, tug of war and ring riding with new activities including a pub quiz. The week also featured children’s activities, a classic vehicle show and activities for seniors, before concluding with a music bingo on Sunday afternoon.
Model railway event celebrates 25th edition
Steam Train Katwijk Leiden will host the 25th edition of its Narrow Gauge Model Railway Days on 29 and 30 August.
More than thirty model railways and dioramas from the Netherlands and abroad will be on display. Visitors can meet the model builders, explore the museum and, depending on the dry weather conditions, take a ride behind a steam or diesel locomotive.
Running programme helps beginners get started
WZK Tri-Team is launching an eight-week Running Coach programme for people who want to start running or return to the sport after a break.
Qualified trainers will help participants gradually work towards running continuously for 25 minutes. The programme starts with a trial training session on 22 August at the Sterrenbad in Wassenaar.
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