Staying Local NINTH BENIDORM LOCAL RICE DAYS

ALFAZ DEL PI

NORDIC WALKERS ARE BACK

The Nordic Walkers Club meet twice a week, every Tuesday and Thursday, from 20.00 until 21.00. Nordic Walking is a sport that makes 90% of the body ' ´ s muscles work – around 600, increases general flexibility and strengthens the immune system. Recommended for all ages the sessions are limited to a maximum of 15 people and use of masks is mandatory.

For more information or to book your slot call 629 816 197

NEW COURSES IN ALFAZ

Residents of Alfas del Pi have the opportunity of registering for a new range of recreational courses which will be starting in October.

Prices range between € 20 to € 32 depending on the students age and if resident in the town. The courses available include English classes for children and adults, Theatre, Chess, Yoga, Norwegian, Painting, Spanish for foreigners, IT, French, Sculpture and Digital photography.

For a full list, times and to register go to the town hall.

ALICANTE PROVINCIAL WALKS

Until November 15: Alicante provincial government organised series of walks through its parks and natural spaces. A coach will leave Plaza de Los Luceros in Alicante at 08.00 on the morning of each walk. Aimed at people over 16 years of age. Walkers under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should wear long trousers, a t- shirt and a change of top, warm clothing ( according to the weather forecast), walking boots, sun cream, sun glasses, and bring a backpack, a charged mobile phone, and food and drink. Further information and registration, which is essential is available through the Valencian federation of mountain sports and climbing federation ( FEMECV) website at www. femecv. com. Each route costs € 15 or € 10 for FEMECV members. Covid- 19 restrictions only allow a maximum of 25 people per outing. October 25: Visit to Banyeres and the source of the River Vinalopó

November 8: Excursion taking walkers to Racó de Sant Bonaventura and El Castellar November 15: Walk to the

ancient hill fortress at L’Alt de Benimaquia

BENIDORM

Until October 25: Allowing people to open a Pandora’s boxfull of gastronomic delights that do this humble pulse justice. Featuring a total of 18 bars and restaurants offering a three- course meal, including a specially prepared rice dish, with drinks for € 23 per person. For full details of all establishments, their menus, and contact information visit www. visitbenidorm. es/ bd/ archivos/ archivo1182. pdf or use the Gastroeventos app