What we’re about
👋 Welcome to Our Hiking Group!
Escape the city and explore Britain’s beautiful countryside with a friendly community of nature lovers. Whether you are an experienced hiker or taking your first steps on the trail, you will find fresh air, adventure, and good company here.
🌱 About Us
Founded in April 2025, we are a lively group of hikers who enjoy discovering new routes, embracing fresh air, and turning every outing into a shared adventure. Hiking is about more than distance. It is about people, good conversations, and the joy of being outdoors. We step away from busy routines and reconnect with what matters most: nature, friendly faces, and a sense of belonging. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to seasoned hikers, as long as the chosen event matches your fitness level.
🤝 How We’re Run
A small team of experienced volunteer hikers runs the group. We research, plan, design, and guide our walks as peers rather than professionals, using our skills and enthusiasm to create enjoyable and safe outings for everyone. As a volunteer community, we organise local UK day hikes only. We do not run or promote overseas trips, multi-day adventures, or events involving payments or travel providers, as these require insurance and legal arrangements that sit outside what a volunteer Meetup group can offer.
✅ Who Can Join
Adults aged 21 and over are welcome. Children and pets are not permitted. Our routes can be long and challenging, and animals may create unpredictable situations that affect group safety.
💰 Cost
All hikes are free. We occasionally help coordinate optional group rail tickets so members can save money on travel. These tickets must be purchased in advance by an organiser, so anyone choosing the group travel option may need to contribute their share of the National Rail group ticket cost. This payment covers travel only. The hike itself is always free, and no organiser receives any profit. If an organiser arranges an optional social event that involves a hotel or venue, a deposit may be required from participants who choose to attend. Refunds depend on whether the provider allows changes or cancellations.
💪 Fitness and Walk Difficulty
We explore trails across London and the surrounding counties, from scenic woodlands to rolling hills and the occasional muddy field. Our hikes typically range from 20 to 25 km, with moderate or steep climbs and an average pace of 4.5 to 5.5 km per hour.
These are not slow or casual walks and require good fitness and confidence on varied terrain. Routes may include uneven ground, mud, slopes, stiles, and narrow paths, so they are not suitable for mobility aids or pushchairs. If you are new to longer hikes please, start with an easier event and build up gradually.
Most hikes start around 10:00, include a 30 to 45 minute lunch break, a few short rest stops, and usually finish by about 16:00.
🗺️ Hike Difficulty Levels
- Easy: up to 12 km, mostly flat
- Easy/Moderate: up to 15 km, some slopes
- Moderate: up to 20 km, mixed terrain, moderate fitness
- Moderate/Strenuous: up to 30 km, steep sections, experienced hikers
- Strenuous: 30+ km, rough terrain, advanced hikers
- 👉 Full grading reference available HERE.
👨👩👧👦 Travel
Most hikes are accessible by rail, and you will need to purchase your own ticket. When possible, we may coordinate group options such as Southern Railway DaySave tickets. If group tickets are used, all participants must travel on the same outbound train. Network Railcards may reduce costs. Members who travel separately are responsible for their own journey and connections.
📍 Meeting Points
Some hikes offer two meeting options: a London station for group travel or the official starting point. Please arrive on time, as the group cannot wait for late arrivals. If you miss the train or the start point, you will need to catch up independently.
🎒 What to Bring
- Packed lunch, snacks, and at least 2L water
- Sturdy hiking boots (required for safety)
- Layers and waterproofs
- A warm layer such as a fleece or insulating jacket
- Sun protection
- Personal medication, basic first aid, blister plasters
- Optional walking poles
- Fully charged phone and a head torch
- Portable phone charger or power bank
- Dry bags or a waterproof cover for your backpack
- Whistle for emergencies
- Offline maps or GPS
- Some cash or a bank card
👣 Group Size and Staying Together
Group sizes may range from 25 to 50 people. A dedicated back marker is not always present, so please keep others in sight and avoid moving too far ahead or falling too far behind. Faster walkers should wait at junctions. The hike leader will pause at key points to allow the group to regroup and reduce the chance of anyone being left behind.
🚻 Toilets and Facilities
Toilets may be limited on rural routes. Please be prepared for basic or natural toilet situations.
💬 Suggestions and Feedback
We welcome feedback on how we can improve our events. Speak with an organiser or leave constructive comments in the event feedback section.
🌿 Safety and Responsibility
Your safety is your responsibility. Hiking involves risks such as weather, terrain, and injury. Be honest about your fitness, bring appropriate kit, and prepare for changing conditions. Carry enough food and water, keep your phone charged, and download offline maps. Hike leaders may decline participation if safety is at risk. All organisers and hike leaders are volunteers and are not liable for injuries, accidents, or loss of personal items. Please carry any personal medication you may need and only join activities that are suitable for your health and fitness.
If you are unable to continue at any point, you must be prepared to navigate to the nearest road, station, or safe exit point independently. The organiser will help identify a suitable point on the map, but cannot leave the group to accompany you. Please ensure you have a phone, offline maps, and enough credit/battery to arrange your own onward travel.
🩺 Illness Policy
Please do not attend if you are unwell or recovering. Join again once fully recovered so you can enjoy the walk safely.
⚠️ Code of Conduct
- Be kind to members and other trail users
- Follow safety advice, local laws, and organiser instructions
- No smoking, drugs, or alcohol unless permitted
- Disruptive or unsafe behaviour may result in removal
- Keep communication polite, constructive, and relevant
- Ask before taking close-up photos of individuals
🌱 Respect for Nature
- Leave no trace
- Stay on marked paths
- Do not disturb wildlife
- Respect gates, signage, and landowners
📅 RSVP and Attendance
RSVP only if you plan to attend. Cancel as early as possible so others can join. A no-show means you RSVP’d but did not attend or cancelled just before or after the start time. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations without a valid reason may lead to removal. Reliable regulars who end up on a waitlist may message the host for priority consideration.
🧭 Navigation
Read event details carefully and bring a map, GPS, or an offline app such as AllTrails or Gaia GPS. Please be familiar with your navigation tools in case the route needs to be shared with you. If you become separated from the group, stop moving immediately, wait in a safe place, and contact the event host. Do not continue walking in an attempt to catch up if you are unsure of your direction, as this can increase the chance of going further off-route. Always share an emergency contact with someone you trust.
📸 Media
We may take group photos for Meetup and social media. Tell the host if you prefer not to appear.
⛈️ Event Cancellations
Hikes run in most weather but may be cancelled for safety or organiser availability. Always check the event page before travelling.
🗺️ Hike Guides
Our routes are chosen with care and local knowledge. We are experienced volunteers, not professional guides.
🤔 New or Unsure?
Message the organisers. We are happy to help.
📢 Stay Connected
Follow us on: 📸 Instagram | 🐦 X | 🎥 YouTube | 💼 LinkedIn
🔒 External Events and Group Independence
This group is dedicated solely to free, volunteer led day hikes in the UK. To keep things clear and consistent for everyone, our events are organised within this community only. We do not promote or endorse external events, organisations or platforms. Some organisers or members may take part in other activities in a personal capacity, which is completely fine, but these remain separate from this group. Any external trips, overseas adventures or paid activities should be shared only through private, informal conversations, not through this group’s public channels. This helps ensure members always understand which events belong to which community. To maintain fairness and clarity for everyone, our official channels should not be used to advertise or promote activities that are not part of this group.
📩 Contact the Group Owner (Confidential)
If you ever have any concerns about our events or group environment, or if something makes you feel uncomfortable, you are always welcome to contact the group owner directly and in confidence. Your wellbeing and experience matter, and we aim to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported. All management or behaviour concerns are handled privately, respectfully, and with discretion so everyone can enjoy a safe and positive community. You can contact the group owner privately at any time through Meetup by sending a direct message to the organiser account.
📄 Final Acknowledgement
By joining our events, you confirm that you have read our guidelines, understand that you take part at your own risk, and agree to follow the group rules so that everyone can enjoy a safe and enjoyable experience.
🍃 We look forward to welcoming you on the trail.
Featured event
Hike Together Xmas Social and Dinner Celebration (booking required)
Join Us for a Warm and Festive Post-Hike Social at The Swan Hotel
After a day spent exploring Arundel countryside, we invite you to unwind, celebrate, and enjoy a cosy seasonal gathering with fellow hikers.
Step into the welcoming atmosphere of The Swan Hotel, where we will share relaxed seasonal drinks, friendly conversation, and an optional à la carte meal to end the day on a warm festive note.
Although eating is optional, the reservation allows space for anyone who may want a small bite, and the hotel may ask for your menu choices in advance.
This festive social is the perfect chance to warm up, laugh together, and enjoy the charm of the season before heading home. Whether you fancy a glass of mulled wine, a hearty winter dish, or simply good company, you are very welcome to join us.
🎒 What to bring
If you have hiked with the group, please bring spare clean socks and clean trainers or shoes. The hotel will not appreciate the squelchy collection stuck to the bottom of your hiking boots.
📍 Venue
- Address: The Swan Hotel, 27-29 High Street, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9AG
- Website: The Swan Hotel - Arundel ;
- Location: What-3-Words
- The Hotel is about 3 minutes from from the hike end point!
📅 Date and Time
Saturday 13 December 2025, 16:00 to 18:30
📋 Menu
À la carte menu options HERE
👨👩👧👦 Capacity
30 people
💷 Deposit Information
To secure your seat, the venue requires a £10 per person deposit. This amount is deducted from your food and drink bill on the day, so you receive it back through your order.
Please only sign up if you are committed to attending.
Your seat at the hotel is NOT confirmed until the deposit has been paid.
💳 Payment link
[https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_C5ccSRpeMkUyfh]
Booking for more than one person? Click the link, choose Pay by easy bank transfer, then scroll to Other to reveal the account name and sort code.
↩️ Return trains to London:
~15 min walk from Arundel town centre to Arundel railway station
Check National Rail on the day!
18:44 – Arrives London Victoria 20:25
19:14 – Arrives London Victoria 20:45
🔁 Refunds & Transfers
The deposit is non refundable. If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your spot to another participant. Please arrange the deposit between yourselves and inform the organiser of the updated name.
📞 Contact
Please message the event host Vickie directly via Meetup with any questions.
Upcoming events
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- £13.00
GROUP TICKETS for Hike: Steyning Circular via Cissbury and Chanctonbury Rings
Victoria Station,, London,, SW1V 1JU., GBOptional group tickets for hike event, Please respond and make your payment by Wed, Dec 3 at 7:00 AM. Any payments received after that time will be returned to you because the group ticket purchase option will have ended. Thank you.
IF you are attending the free hike: Steyning Circular hike via Cissbury and Chanctonbury Rings
ON Saturday 06 December 2025
AND you are traveling from London Victoria with the group
AND and you will return to London Victoria with the group
AND you are happy to travel in groups of four
AND you want the organiser to pre purchase group tickets
THEN Please pre pay £13 in advance. If payment is not received before the deadline, a ticket will not be purchased for you and you will be removed from the group ticket option.
THEN on the day, meet at the London Victoria meeting point and travel with the group.
💳PAYMENT
Please pay £13 per person direct to the organiser using secure payment: https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_eIivjgrGmqK1sd
THEN whatsApp +44 (0) 7780 972 356 OR message AdrianB in Meetup the transaction Id.
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IF you prefer to travel alone or follow your own schedule, do not sign up for the group ticket option.
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GROUP TICKET INFORMATION
🎟️ Eligibility
This option is available for attendees travelling from London to the hike destination on Southern Railway, particularly where the normal return fare would be expensive and there is an opportunity for a travel cost saving.
🔄 Process
The organiser will collect pre-payments and purchase Southern Railway DaySave tickets for the group. On the day of the hike, we’ll meet at the designated London station meeting point to check in, then travel together as a group for both the outward and return journeys.
👥 Group Size
Tickets work in groups of four. Your place will be confirmed once your payment is received and a full group of four is formed. Until then, your RSVP is provisional, but we’ll do our best to get everyone matched up.
🔁 Refunds & Transfers
Once tickets have been purchased, they’re non-refundable, but if you can’t attend, you’re welcome to pass your spot on to another participant. Just arrange the payment directly with them and let the organiser know their name. Please note the organiser isn’t able to handle money or resolve payment issues between participants.
🚆 About DaySave
DaySave is a Southern Railway ticket that allows groups of four or more to travel off-peak together for £13 each. It provides unlimited off-peak travel on Southern Railway for the day, and groups can hop on and off trains at no extra cost.
🗓️ Booking & Payment
Tickets need to be booked at least three days in advance. You can secure your place easily through Meetup (fees apply) or, if arranged, by making a direct payment to the organiser.
⏰ Deadline
Once the RSVP deadline has passed or all spots are filled, the organiser won’t be able to purchase any more tickets. To avoid missing out, it’s best to sign up early and secure your place.
🌿 Why We Offer This
We want our hikes to stay accessible and affordable for everyone. The DaySave ticket offers great savings on certain routes, and the organiser pays the same share and travels with the group, there’s no profit involved. Joining the group ticket is completely optional, and you’re always welcome to make your own travel arrangements if you prefer. For convenience, we use the Meetup payment system as it makes it much easier to manage payments and transactions.
🚌 Alternative Travel
If you’d like to arrange your own transport or organise your DaySave group you can do so HERE.9 attendees 
FREE HIKE ~16km - Steyning Circular via Cissbury and Chanctonbury Rings
Steyning Clock Tower car park, Charlton Street, Steyning, GB📈 Grade: 🥾🥾🥾Level 3/5 - with a couple of very steep climbs.
SUMMARY:
🥾 ~16km | Circular Walk | Ascent: ~566m | Duration: ~5 hours
📍 Start: Steyning Clock Tower Car Park (Clock Tower bus stop) at 10:20
🚆 For trains and group/discounted tickets from London, please see below.
🏁 Finish: Steyning Clock Tower Car Park, approx. 15:00-16:00
⚠️ Chalk grassland, wet woodland, gravel tracks, hilly and uneven terrain. The route can be very muddy and slippery during the rainy season, so proper waterproof hiking gear and boots are essential
ABOUT:
Starting from Steyning, a historic market town in West Sussex, this circular walk takes you into the countryside through the attractive woodlands, offering great scenery along the way. There are public toilets at the start and the end of the walk. We begin/finish our walk at Steyning Clock Tower Car Park and conclude at a pub near Shoreham by Sea railway station.
DESCRIPTION:
The walk begins in the picturesque town of Steyning, nestling under the South Downs. We head towards the Steyning Downland. The Steyning Downland features a diverse range of habitats, including ancient chalk grassland, chalk scrub, wet woodland, a chalk stream, ponds, and woodland, which create ideal conditions for South Downs wildlife to thrive. Our route then leads us to Chanctonbury Ring. Some parts of the path to Chanctonbury Ring are very steep and can be muddy and slippery. We stop for a short break to enjoy the panoramic views of the South Downs, the North Downs and the sea to the south at Chanctonbury Ring. We then head towards the Cissbury Ring, where we stop for lunch. After lunch, we continue our hike through the South Downs Way, taking in the stunning views of the sea and the South Downs. We finish the walk at Steyning Clock Tower bus stop.
We then take bus number 2 back to Shoreham by Sea, where our walk concludes at a welcoming pub close to Shoreham by Sea railway station, and we can relax and reflect on the day’s journey.
🌟 HIGHLIGHTS:
- Town of Steyning – one of the most picturesque towns in West Sussex, located at the north end of the River Adur in the South Downs, only four miles away from the coastal town of Shoreham by Sea.
- Steyning Downland – Steyning Downs features a diverse range of habitats, including ancient chalk grassland, chalk scrub, wet woodland, a chalk stream, ponds, and woodland, which create ideal conditions for South Downs wildlife to thrive.
- Chanctonbury Ring – A prehistoric hill fort on top of Chanctonbury Hill in the South Downs with stunning views over Sussex and the sea. The ring is an Iron Age hill fort, best known for the beech trees that dominate the site. These trees were planted in 1760 by Charles Goring, heir to the large Wiston Estate.
- Cissbury Ring – Cissbury Ring, just north of the coastal town of Worthing, is one of the gems in the South Downs National Park. It’s the largest hill fort in Sussex and has a history dating back over 5,000 years. From the top on a clear day, you can see for miles, with views to the chalk cliffs beyond Brighton and as far as the Isle of Wight.
- Parts of the South Downs National Park
- Views of the North Downs and the sea
🚂 TRAINS (fastest train from London Victoria)
- Ticket: Return from London Victoria → Shoreham by Sea.
📍First meeting point (if coming from London):
- 07:50 Meet at the London Victoria ticket office
- 08:05 Leave the meeting point and board the train
- Catch the 08:16 train from London Victoria (Clapham Junction 08:23), arrive in Shoreham by sea 09:31
- 🟢 Return ticket from London Victoria is £16 if purchased a couple of weeks in advance.
- 🟢 Optional £13 DaySave group ticket option HERE
📍Second meeting point:
- Shoreham by Sea Railway Station entrance at 09:31 sharp
- We then walk to the Shoreham High Street Bus Stop (~11 mins walk).
- Take bus number 2, scheduled at 09:49, towards Steyning, and get off at Steyning Clock Tower (~17 min ride).
- The bus arrives at Steyning Clock Tower at 10:07 (One-way bus fare: £3)
📍Third (and the main) meeting point:
- Steyning Clock Tower Car Park at 10:20
📍 MEETING POINT AND TIME:
- Walk starts: 10:20 sharp from Steyning Clock Tower Car Park
- Walk finishes: Approx. 15:00 to 16:00 at Steyning Clock Tower Car Park. We will then take the bus back to Shoreham by Sea and finish the day at a pub near the Shoreham by Sea railway station.
⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY:
- Total distance: approx. ~16km (~10miles)
- Ascent: ~566m
- Grade: Moderate
- Pace: Approx. 4km/h (~2.5mph)
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- At least 2 L of water
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Layers and waterproof clothing
- Sun protection/winter gear (as appropriate)
- Any personal medication and a basic first aid kit
- Fully charged phone and power bank
- Head torch
📞 CONTACT:
Message the event host, Saeideh, directly via Meetup with any questions.
SAFETY:
- As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.
- ⚠️Chalk grassland, wet woodland, gravel tracks, hilly and uneven terrain.
NOTES:
- This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
- A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
- While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
- Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.
DISCLAIMER:
Event Participation Disclaimer
By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
- These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
- The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
- Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
- These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
- Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.
GENERAL GROUP POLICY:
- Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
- No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
- Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
- Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
- Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
- Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
- Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
- No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
- No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
- Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
- First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carry a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.
FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.43 attendees
FREE HIKE 21km (13 miles) | Arundel Festive Circular
London Victroia Train Station, London Victoria Station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU, Greater London, GB📈 Grade: 🥾 Level 3/5
Join us for a winter walk through some of the most scenic parts of the South Downs, finishing in the historic town of Arundel. After the hike, you are welcome to join an optional social at a local restaurant with an à la carte menu and plenty of tasty choices.
Our journey begins along the River Arun, a peaceful waterway rich in wildlife. As we follow the riverbank, look out for salmon, sea trout, and the variety of birds that make this area a favourite among nature lovers.
We continue towards the village of Burpham, passing through open fields and gentle slopes before tackling a few steeper sections. From there, the route leads toward Rackham Hill, offering wide countryside views on a crisp winter day. We then descend in the direction of Amberley without entering the village, before returning to the Arun along narrow footpaths that wind beside the water.
The path then brings us into Arundel Park, a beautiful expanse of rolling grassland and ancient woodland. We will visit Swanbourne Lake, often filled with winter birdlife, and follow the river once more as we head toward our final stop in Arundel.
Arundel is full of character, from its grand castle to its festive atmosphere at this time of year. After the walk, you will have time to explore the town, relax in one of its cosy cafes or pubs, or join the group for our post-hike meal.
This route includes a mix of flat riverside paths, hills, open fields, and narrower trails, boggy fields, offering a varied and rewarding winter hike.
We aim to finish the hike before 16:00, so those whom have pre-booked can attend our Xmas social event HERE.
✅ WHO CAN JOIN:
- 🧑🤝🧑 Adults aged 21 and over
- 👶 For safety reasons, no children
- 🐾 No pets (some members have allergies or phobias)
💰 COST:
- The hike is Free
🚆TRANSPORT OPTION 1:
Arrange your own transport, by a return to Arundel.
🚆TRANSPORT OPTION 2:
Buy your return ticket from London to Arundel a few weeks in advance from Southern Rail for only £16
🚆TRANSPORT OPTION 3:
Organise your own group tickets you can do it HERE.
London Victoria - Arundel (Return):
- 🟢👨👩👧👦 £13:00 DaySave group travel, buy 3 days in advance (requires 4 people)
- 🟢😊 £16:00 Buy couple weeks in advance (solo traveler)!
- 🟡😐 £26.70 with a Network Railcard discount
- 🔴😢 £40.10 without a Railcard discount
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📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1 - (London departure):
- 08:00 – Meet at London Victoria station ticket office
- 08:20 – Leave the meeting point and board the train
- 08:35 – Train departs London Victoria (direct to Arundel)
- 10:02 – Train arrives Arundel
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2 - (Join at Arundel):
- 10:02 – Arundel railway station entrance
- We will start with a quick check-in and a short briefing, then head out for our walk. To keep everything on schedule, we will not wait for late arrivals or slow down for anyone trying to catch up.
🚶 WALK STARTS:
- 10:05 – Arundel railway station entrance
🏁 WALK FINISHES:
- 16:00 – Arundel town centre
🍔 LUNCH:
- Bring a packed lunch and some snacks, 30 minute lunch break (longer if we have a good pace and arrive early)!
- There will be a pub, a restaurant and a boathouse restaurant available. However, because time will be limited, you may not have enough time to order and eat a full meal. You can still use the facilities and the outdoor seating if needed. Please just be discreet so we do not draw attention or risk being asked to leave.
↩️ RETURN TRAINS TO LONDON:
- ~20 min walk from Arundel town centre to Arundel railway station
- 16:14 – Arrives London Victoria 17:45
- 16:44 – Arrives London Victoria 18:15
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- 17:44 – Arrives London Victoria 19:15
- 18:14 – Arrives London Victoria 19:45
- 18:44 – Arrives London Victoria 20:15
🚻 TOILETS:
- On the train before we begin walking
- Pub, Cafe
- Nature facilities
- Arundel town centre
🏞️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY
- Distance: Approx. 21 km (13 miles)
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Ascent/Descent: 808 m / 800 m
- Average pace: 4.2 to 6.0 km per hour. Expect a minimum walking speed of about 5.5 km per hour on easy terrain.
- Walking Time: Approximately 5 hours
- Total Duration (including breaks): Around 6 hours
- A few sections are hilly
⚠️ HAZZARDS:
⚠️ Walking through some boggy and slippery marsh fields with puddles
⚠️ Stepping over slippery wooden stiles when wet from rain
⚠️ Some wooden stiles are damaged
⚠️ Walking along plank paving that can be slippery when wet
⚠️ A few chalky descents that can be slippery when wet, take care with footing
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- At least 2 L of water
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Layers and waterproof clothing
- Cold weather protection
- Medication and basic first aid
- Fully charged phone & power bank
- Walking sticks are recommended for descents.
📞CONTACT:
- Please message the event host AdrianB directly via Meetup with any questions.
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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm you’ve read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.
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📸 CREDITS:
- Image licensed from: https://www.robertharding.com/
60 attendees- £13.00
GROUP TICKETS for: Hike Together Xmas Social and Dinner Celebration
London Victroia Train Station, London Victoria Station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU, Greater London, GBOptional group tickets for social event
IF you are attending the social event: Hike Together Xmas Social and Dinner Celebration
ON Saturday 13 December 2025
AND IF you are attending the hike
AND IF you will travel from London Victoria to the event
AND IF you will return from Arundel to London Victoria with the group after the social event (a group is you + 3 other people)
AND you want the organiser to pre purchase group tickets
THEN Please pre pay £13 in advance. If payment is not received before the deadline, a ticket will not be purchased for you and you will be removed from the group ticket option.
💳PAYMENT
Please pay £13 per person direct to the organiser using secure payment:
[https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_cNlHpar6QXf2HX],
THEN whatsApp +44 (0) 7780 972 356 OR message AdrianB in Meetup the transaction Id.
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IF you prefer to travel alone or follow your own schedule, do not sign up for the group ticket option.
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GROUP TICKET INFORMATION
🎟️ Eligibility
This option is available for attendees travelling from London to the hike destination on Southern Railway, particularly where the normal return fare would be expensive and there is an opportunity for a travel cost saving.
🔄 Process
The organiser will collect pre-payments and purchase Southern Railway DaySave tickets for the group. On the day of the hike, we’ll meet at the designated London station meeting point to check in, then travel together as a group for both the outward and return journeys.
👥 Group Size
Tickets work in groups of four. Your place will be confirmed once your payment is received and a full group of four is formed. Until then, your RSVP is provisional, but we’ll do our best to get everyone matched up.
🔁 Refunds & Transfers
Once tickets have been purchased, they’re non-refundable, but if you can’t attend, you’re welcome to pass your spot on to another participant. Just arrange the payment directly with them and let the organiser know their name. Please note the organiser isn’t able to handle money or resolve payment issues between participants.
🚆 About DaySave
DaySave is a Southern Railway ticket that allows groups of four or more to travel off-peak together for £13 each. It provides unlimited off-peak travel on Southern Railway for the day, and groups can hop on and off trains at no extra cost.
🗓️ Booking & Payment
Tickets need to be booked at least three days in advance. You can secure your place easily through Meetup (fees apply) or, if arranged, by making a direct payment to the organiser.
⏰ Deadline
Once the RSVP deadline has passed or all spots are filled, the organiser won’t be able to purchase any more tickets. To avoid missing out, it’s best to sign up early and secure your place.
🌿 Why We Offer This
We want our hikes to stay accessible and affordable for everyone. The DaySave ticket offers great savings on certain routes, and the organiser pays the same share and travels with the group, there’s no profit involved. Joining the group ticket is completely optional, and you’re always welcome to make your own travel arrangements if you prefer. For convenience, we use the Meetup payment system as it makes it much easier to manage payments and transactions.
🚌 Alternative Travel
If you’d like to arrange your own transport or organise a separate DaySave group, simply RSVP to the hike event instead of the group ticket option. You’re also welcome to organise your own DaySave tickets, you can do that here.
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