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Come join us for this wonderfully enchanting 8.5 mile walk by the delightful River Stour, Flatford Mill and Dedham Vale and the setting of The Hay Wain as well as a few other fantastic paintings of Constable ! Let's go with the flow ! We shall meet outside of platform 10 close to the main ticket office. We can then buy group return train tickets for the train at 10.25am that arrives at Manningtree at 11.26am. Train ticket : Manningtree return We shall commence the walk at around 11.35am. Or you may decide to drive. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket and walking shoes/boots/trainers. We shall have lunch in and around the cafe at Flatford Mill. Meetup fee £5 special price preferably paid in cash on the day ! The final part of the walk shall be on the Essex Way culminating in Boxted Cross from where we shall take the bus at 5.10pm to Colchester train station and then the subsequent train to London. Please only post photos of others with their consent. Neil will be leading this walk as Steven will be away ....his no 07813 689301

50 attendees

Rustic Rocks & Rails (14 miles)

Sat, Oct 17, 8:15 AM

4.8

Often one is asked: "*What is your favourite place?*" One place leaving a most indelible mark is the sandstone outcrops of the Weald. So many happy fulfilling days and memories. These began in the Lower Cretaceous as sands accumulating in the shallow inland Wealden sea. The sands hardened over epochs into rocks. which may now be found hiding in the fields and forests all round the spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. Passing among the woods with their outcrops is the Spa Valley Railway, whose steam trains add colour & sound, and a sense of nostalgia to the landscape. And this weekend the railway holds its annual Ale and Cider Festival, with food stalls, and free live music at its stations, as well as the heritage trains chugging to and fro along the line all day. A Spa Valley walk of autumn colours, unique rock formations, and stations visited along the line to sample the festivities. Further details of the Festival are here: https://spavalleyrailway.co.uk/events/real-ale-cider-festival/ TRAVEL: Take the 9.39 train from London Bridge to TUNBRIDGE WELLS. Walk starts 10.40 AM from Tunbridge Wells station. Circular walk The organizer will be standing from 9.15 am in front of the ticket office to act as a focal point for people to arrange Groupsave tickets. An off peak day return to TUNBRIDGE WELLS is £14.15 with Groupsave or a Network card and will cover all travel. *How to join?* * The walk is entirely free of charge; * You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses; * Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part); * Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section! IMPORTANT Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes. Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen. Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-) By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer. Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered. We advise not to buy tickets until the day. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.

45 attendees

10 OCT - Group tickets

Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM

From Hike Together

From KEN'S £5 GREEN 🌳 WALKS - LONDON

**Group Travel Ticket (Optional)** ⚠️ *Payment required by Wed, Oct 07 · 9:00 AM* **Sign up for the event first:** **[💎💀South Downs Spooky Hidden Gems 💎💀 ~24km (~15 miles)](https://www.meetup.com/freehiketogether/events/316614451/)** ℹ️ Tickets will be pre-purchased from [**[HERE](https://ticket.southernrailway.com/daysave/2026-10-10/VIC/4/)**] a few days before the event. Cost: £52 per group of four (**£13** per person). Payment is required in advance. ℹ️ All four passengers must travel together, sit together where possible and pass through the barriers together. ℹ️ You may join en route, for example, at Clapham Junction or East Croydon, but you must have your own valid ticket to pass through the barriers at those stations. ℹ️ Groups of four will be arranged based on attendees’ travel plans. ℹ️ Tickets will be distributed at the end of the hike so groups can travel home together or stay longer at the pub. ℹ️ If a group cannot be formed before purchase, payments will be refunded. ℹ️ After purchase, payments are non-refundable unless someone else takes your place and pays. ℹ️ Places are allocated first-paid, first-served. Unpaid sign-ups may be removed. ℹ️ After paying, message AdrianB on WhatsApp at +44 (0) 7438 812 663 with your transaction reference, Meetup name and payment account name. You may also send these details through Meetup. \-\-\- **THIS OFFER IS FOR YOU IF** * You want to pay £13 for your total rail travel that day. * You are happy to travel as part of a group of four. * You understand that the group must travel together. * You understand that individual tickets are not provided. * You will travel to and from London Victoria with the group. \-\-\- **📍 MEETING POINT** 08:00 Meet in front of the London Victoria ticket office 08:15 Leave the meeting point and board the train 08:29 Train departs London Victoria 10:14 arriving at Shoreham-by-Sea *AdrianB will coordinate the purchase and distribute the tickets to the designated ticket holders. A designated ticket holder will have the group tickets and coordinate the groups through the barriers.* \-\-\- **HOW TO PAY** Bank transfer: Adrian Barnett trading as Hike Together Account number: 79677613 Sort code: 04-00-05 💳 Payment link: **[https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_ojP34ARBkXkGfC](https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_ojP34ARBkXkGfC)** \-\-\- **PAID:** 1\. Lenie 2\. Samer 3\. Paula 4. \-\-\- 5. 6. 7. 8. \-\-\- 9. 10. 11. 12.

9 attendees

SCENIC WALTHAMSTOW WETLANDS 🌿🌳💦£5 WALK

Sat, Oct 10, 1:30 PM

A Circular Green Walk through scenic Walthamstow Wetlands. **WALK START: Tottenham Hale Station** (Victoria Line and National Rail - Zone 3). When you arrive at the start look for Ken with the Meetup/ 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign/Badge. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5.5 miles. WALK ROUTE: Walk through the Wetlands, Walthamstow Marshes, River Lea, Hackney Marshes and Olympic Park WALK FINISH: Stratford Station (Underground, DLR and National Rail- Zone 2/3) STOPOUT POINTS: Never far from London bus routes. **ENJOY UNIQUE WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES IN LONDON.** **STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.** Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks. BREATHE FRESH AIR: Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Improve your overall fitness levels. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. **Social Event**: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub with a convivial atmosphere where the socialising can continue. *Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole experience!* COST of Walk: A £5 meetup organiser's contribution is payable if you do not hold the Ken's Events Card. The walk is free for holders of this card. **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!** WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join, post and view photos and comments etc.. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/groups/kensevents) If weekday and evening walks are your thing, then you should join Ken's Weekday and Evenings Walking Group. Click here for more information. [(https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/)](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/) RAIN POLICY: Walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. However if torrentail rain is forecast, check on the morning of the event around 10am for latest update. **NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:** Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions. Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk. These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches. In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route. Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. **DISCAIMER** All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer.

31 attendees

Thorney Island

Sun, Nov 1, 8:45 AM

Lets walk 8 miles around this really wonderful Ministry of Defence island and its fabulous secluded beach and delightful wildlife ! Group return train tickets to Emsworth to be purchased as from 8.45am for the train at 9.36am that arrives at Southbourne at 11. 29am. The walk will commence from Southbourne train station. Train ticket : Emsworth Return Or you may decide to drive. Things to bring : packed lunch, water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket, walking shoes or trainers and suncream, sunhat and sunglasses. If you like, by travelling light, you may stay in a hotel overnight on Saturday having perhaps walked Chichester to West Wittering. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 by Saturday in advance by bank transfer - details supplied by private message. You should be able to walk 2.5 miles per hour and have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no 07714250849

31 attendees

🟡🚶‍♂️ Hike: Virginia Water to Windsor via The Long Walk in Autumn Colours 🍂🍁

Sat, Nov 7, 9:11 AM

From Active Muslims 🟢🟡🔴

🏞️ Join us for a walk Virginia Water via Windsor Castle, which was the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II (the largest and oldest occupied, working castle in the world) via the stunning views from Snow Hill. An area steeped in a rich history that spans centuries - from ancient monuments, to cascading waterfalls and stunning vistas. 🟡 **HIKE:** 📏 20km / (12.4 miles) 🏔️ Elev. Gain: 185m 💓 Av. Pace: 5.1km/h 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) *✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.* 📍 Meeting Point: **Waterloo Station (opposite platform 20)** ⌚Meet from **9:11am.** Our trains departs at **9:49am** *[arrives 10:31am at Virginia Water Station, retrun time is dependent on pace/breaks, aiming to catch 5:21pm or 5:51pm from Windsor & Eton Riverside]* ↪️ Starts: **Virginia Water Station** ↩️ Ends: **Windsor & Eton Riverside Station.** **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 💳 **Contactless payment is now accepted at Virginia Water and Windsor & Eton Riverside Station** (not Oyster). You can also use group discount or Rail Card and purchase two singles. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Toilets: At Station and on route to Virginia Water. ☕ There are a couple of cafés along the longer route (if open). 🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, please have/keep wudu (make **🎒 Essentials:** * **Gear:** Appropriate Footwear (muddy/slippy in winter) * **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and water. * **Tech:** Fully charged phone * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand. **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**

1 attendee

🟡🚶🏻Walk: Rochester to Rainham via Chatham (Towns & Coastal)

Sat, Oct 10, 7:45 AM

From Active Muslims 🟢🟡🔴

We start in historic Rochester, exploring the charming High Street that inspired Charles Dickens, while taking in the views of the towering Norman Castle and Rochester Cathedral (England’s second-oldest). We then transition to the peaceful Medway Estuary coastal path, trading cobblestones for tidal marshes, active boatyards, Horrid Hill, and panoramic river views before finishing in Rainham. 🟡 **WALK:** 📏20km (12.4 miles) 💓 Av. Pace: 5km/h 🏔️ Elev. Gain: 180m 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) *✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.* 📍 **London Victoria Rail Station** (opposite platform 2) ⌚Meet from 8:45am, the train leaves at **9:10am** *[arrives 9:53am at Rochester / Return train estimate: 3:53pm from Rainham]* ↪️ Start: **Rochester Station** [ / London Victoria] ↩️ Ends: **Rainham Station (Kent)** [ / London Victoria] **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. **Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket** We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible. Purchase a return to Rainham (from Victoria) ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ **Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)** I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this: 💳 **PayPay Here:** TBC *Please send via **Friends & Family** and make sure no fee is charged.* ⏳**Deadline:** TBC 📱 **Confirmation:** Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid. *ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Departing Station / On-board train / Rochester Station (before exiting). **🎒 Essentials:** * **Gear:** Appropriate Footwear * **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and water. * **Tech:** Fully charged phone * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand.🗂️ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist/not going to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - ***when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.*** **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**

21 attendees

Tring to Apsley Stunning Grand Union Canal Walk

Sat, Nov 28, 9:00 AM

Come go with the flow and join us on this beautiful medium paced 9.5 mile walk along the Grand Union Canal. Please arrive by 9.05am in front of platform 8 to facilitate the purchase of group train tickets to Tring. We shall take the 9.39am train that arrives in Tring at 10.21am. Train ticket : return to Tring. Or you may decide to drive. Walk starts at 10.30am. Meet up fee £8payable in cash or £6 in advance by bank transfer. Please bring water, snacks, packed lunch ( or you can eat in the pub ), waterproof jacket and walking shoes/boots. We shall go to a pub around lunchtime and again at the end of the walk. Please have appropriate and adequate insurance and only sign up if you can comfortably walk 2.5 miles per hour. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.

14 attendees

Bewl Water - a most stunning walk

Sat, Oct 31, 9:15 AM

From AAA Hiking & Outdoor Adventure

A most stunningly beautiful 11 mile medium paced walk in the Sussex countryside and by a clockwise stretch of beautiful Bewl Water ! Bewl Water is a reservoir and is the biggest stretch of open water in the whole of the South East. Let's go with the flow ! Please only rsvp if you can walk 2.5 miles per hour and you should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity. Please arrive by 9.15am to facilitate the purchase of group train tickets - Wadhurst return - for the train at 9.54am that arrives at 10.50am. Train ticket : Wadhurst return. Or you may decide to drive. The walk shall commence at 11am. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 non refundable by bank transfer in advance, details available upon request. No PayPal. We shall have a drink at the end of the walk in Three Legs Cross before aiming to take the 254 bus at 4.54pm and then the train back to London. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc as well as waterproof jacket and walking shoes/trainers or boots plus sunhat, suncream and sunglasses. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.

54 attendees

North London’s Green Corridor: Highgate, Hampstead and Ally Pally fireworks

Sat, Nov 7, 10:30 AM

From Outdooraholics London Hiking & Adventure Travel 25 to 49ish

Join us for an interesting, varied walk through North London’s historic leafy trails, culminating near Alexandra Palace, where we can stay for a glimpse of one of London’s finest November firework displays. Starting in Finsbury Park, we’ll pick up London’s longest linear nature reserve, following a former railway line and passing a folklore-inspired sculpture that has become its unofficial guardian. We’ll climb through Highgate, with its attractive village streets and famous cemetery, before reaching Parliament Hill for views across London to St Paul’s, the Shard and Westminster. We’ll cross the ponds, meadows and woodland of Hampstead Heath to Kenwood House, the elegant neoclassical villa that is home to the Iveagh Bequest and paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer. We’ll finish by passing through Highgate Wood, a 70-acre section of the ancient Hornsey Wood, before heading towards Alexandra Palace for a well-earned drink or two and the option to stick around for the fireworks later. **NB** The event does not include entry into the official firework venue. If you are interested in attending this, tickets are available on the link below. The walk Host won't be attending the fireworks event due to an early start the next day (😂) but do post in the Comments section below if you want to co-ordinate with others to attend. [www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/fireworks-drone-festival](https://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/fireworks-drone-festival/) **SUMMARY (all info is approximate!)** **Distance**: 16km/10 miles linear route **Ascent**: 250 metres **Duration**: 4.5 hours walking **Grade**: Beginners/Intermediate, largely flat, along good paths, with plenty of short stops and options to leave part-way through if you get tired. **COST AND LOGISTICS** **Cost**: £12 **Meet:** 10:30am - Costa Coffee, Finsbury Park Station https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMjh9WfKBaK1YU1Z8 **Start**: 10.45am **Finish:** 4.30pm Hornsey Station / Great Northern Railway Tavern **Both stations are within the Oyster/Contactless Zone** **REVIEWS** [Trip Advisor](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/aaa-outdoor-hiking-adventure-travel/feedback-overview/) **PRICE INCLUDES** * Guided walk planned and led by an experienced AAA leader, trained in Outdoor First Aid. **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Travel costs * Lunch, drinks or any refreshments * PayPal fees **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST** [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)[complete list](www.aaahiking.co.uk/kit-lists)[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist) * Suitable walking shoes or boots * Packed lunch and snacks * Water - Minimum 1 litre recommended * Waterproof jacket and trousers * Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece * Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** If you can no longer join the walk, please message the Host listed on here, and update your RSVP status to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the event is full, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', we will refund you, less the PayPal/Meetup fees. To obtain this, please email info@aaalondongroup.com **after the event**, with the email address you use on your PayPal account and transaction reference. If the hike is not full, unfortunately we will not be able to provide any refund. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/frequently-asked-questions). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page. We’ve run over 1,000 trips in the last 18 years, so you’re in good hands. That said, all participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA London Group [Terms and Conditions](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/terms-and-conditions). © AAA London Group Ltd. Errors and Omissions Excepted [FAQs](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/frequently-asked-questions) \| [Terms and Conditions](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/termsandconditions) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews)

9 attendees

MUSHROOMS TRAIL - The Heathlands, Lakes and Woodlands of Surrey 25km

Sun, Oct 11, 6:45 AM

4.8

**🌳 Large Group Social Hike** One of our **bigger, more sociable** hikes. Prefer a smaller group? See our standard-size hikes. This walk is led by a local guide who knows the area well, he spent 18 years of his life living here. As it is peak mushroom season, we see a good of fungi along the way. However, please note that this is not a specialist mushroom identification hike, as our guide is not a mushroom expert. To see the mushrooms our guide saw last Autumn please click on photos below 📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 16 miles (25km) • Grading: [Intermediate/Challenging](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) because it's very long • Ascent: 550m • Hiking time: 6.5 to 7.5 hours • Cost: £35 (includes guided hike + return train) • Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund. • Toilet Breaks: On the train, nature (woods/bushes) during hike, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: Waterloo station. Meet under the main central clock - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Waterloo.jpg) & [PHOTO](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/WaterlooClock.jpg) of the clock • Time: Meet 7:45am, leave 8am for the 8:15am train (we also have a bus connection on the journey too) • Return: 7:34pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Explore the **beautiful Surrey countryside** within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • Hike along part of the **North Downs Way**, one of the UK’s great National Trails • Enjoy idyllic walking beside the **River Wey** • Pass **Guildford**, Surrey’s most significant ancient town with Bronze Age roots • Marvel at the **ruins of St Catherine’s Church**, painted by Turner and steeped in legend • Discover the **heathlands and woodlands of Puttenham Common**, rich with bell heather and Scots pine • Visit **Crooksbury Hill** for breathtaking views across Surrey, Hampshire, and towards the South Downs 🥾 **Hike Description** When you think of Surrey, you may picture **cosy villages, green pastures and quiet country houses**. The first part of this hike offers exactly that – but as we journey further, we uncover the **wilder side of Surrey**, with vast woodlands, sandy heathlands and sweeping ridge-top views. Surrey is, after all, the most heavily wooded county in England. We begin in **Guildford**, a historic market town with Bronze Age roots. Following the tranquil **River Wey**, we soon reach the atmospheric ruins of **St Catherine’s Church**, built in the 14th century and believed by legend to have been raised by giants. William Turner captured it in his paintings, which now hang in the Tate Gallery. From here, we join the **North Downs Way**, passing ancient farms and the grand Tudor manor of **Loseley House**, recorded in the Domesday Book. Our trail continues onto **Puttenham Common**, where open heathland glows with bell heather and groves of oak and Scots pine rise from the sandy soil. Passing through the village of Puttenham, once home to **Roger Taylor of Queen**, we head deeper into the Surrey Hills with their mix of woodland and sweeping uplands. The final highlight is **Crooksbury Hill**, a wooded summit with breathtaking views stretching across Surrey and Hampshire, as far as the **South Downs**. From here we descend into the ancient market town of **Farnham**, dating back to the Stone Age, timings on the hike today are tight on this long hike, so there may not be time for the usual pub drink at the end. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [GRAHAM](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487 🍽️ **Food:** • Bring a packed lunch • Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional) 🎒**What to Bring** • Hiking boots/shoes • Water (2 litres minimum) • Packed lunch • Waterproofs (jacket and trousers) • Hat and gloves if cold • Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point ⚠️ **Safety** Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider ❓ **Want to Know More?** • [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”) • [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history) • [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries) 📲 **Stay Connected** [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸 [Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣 [Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖 [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics) 📄 **Terms and Conditions** By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf) © Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE

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HIKE 20km Eden Valley - Rivers, Lakes & Henry VIII's Medieval Manor House

Sat, Oct 10, 7:25 AM

From Outdooraholics London Hiking & Adventure Travel 25 to 49ish

4.8

📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 13 miles (20km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 155m • Hiking time: 5 to 5.5 hours • Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train) • Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund. • Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Victoria.jpg) & [PHOTO](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/VictoriaPhoto.jpg) • Time: Meet 8:25am, leave 8:45am for the 9:01am train • Return: 5:53pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Discover the picturesque **Eden Valley** in the High Weald — one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval landscapes • Pass the **Medieval Manor House Penshurst Place**, once the hunting lodge of Henry VIII • Hike along the **Medway** river, through ancient woodlands and rolling countryside • Explore **Tonbridge**, a bustling medieval market town • Pass the impressive **11th-century Tonbridge Castle**, England’s finest example of a motte and bailey fortress 🥾 **Hike Description** Our journey begins in **Tonbridge**, where we get views of **Tonbridge Castle**. This formidable **Norman motte and bailey fortress**, built in the **11th century** beside the **River Medway**, provides a dramatic start to our day’s hike through one of **Kent’s most historic landscapes**. Our route takes us past the **village of Leigh** and towards **Penshurst Place**, an extraordinary **medieval manor** dating from **1341** and one of the most complete examples of **14th-century domestic architecture** in England. In **Tudor times** it became a **hunting lodge for Henry VIII**, and today it remains an evocative reminder of **England’s aristocratic past**. From here, we head into **Haysden Country Park**, where the trail opens into **lush meadows**, **tranquil woodlands, lakes, rivers** and the **gentle hills of the High Weald** — a landscape renowned for its **rich medieval character** and **ancient woodland**. Following a **sunken Saxon drovers’ lane**, we trace the footsteps of travellers who once crossed these lands centuries ago, before arriving back in **Tonbridge**, a **market town with medieval origins** and once again pass the remains of its **mighty 11th-century castle**. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [GRAHAM](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487 🍽️ **Food:** • Bring a packed lunch • Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional) 🎒**What to Bring** • Hiking boots/shoes • Water (2 litres minimum) • Packed lunch • Waterproofs (jacket and trousers) • Hat and gloves if cold • Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point ⚠️ **Safety** Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider ❓ **Want to Know More?** • [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”) • [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history) • [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries) 📲 **Explore More &** **Stay Connected** [Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣 [Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸 [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics) 📄 **Terms and Conditions** By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf) © Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE

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