Bushcraft London

A barefoot walk in Bushy Park (beginner friendly) 🌳

Come and join me for a barefoot walk in Bushy Park on Saturday 26th of September at 10am! This circular walk will be the occasion to explore Bushy Park. We will meet at Teddington station for simplicity. For those who are new to barefooting and would like to try, please be reassured that the walk has been studied for beginners as it includes loads of flat surfaces and I will provide a lot of advices to walk safely! Also, you don't have to be barefoot at all time and you can also wear shoes for the whole walk if you want to ease in. Looking forward to see you there! All walks are free but feel free to contribute by clicking on the link below if you like the concept or liked this walk! A £5 contribution is already making a big difference 🙂 [https://ko-fi.com/barefootwalkingadventures](https://ko-fi.com/barefootwalkingadventures)

Crafting in the Old Diorama

Learn & Play Riichi Mahjong Sunday Afternoon Session

Japanese Riichi Mahjong is a fun game for 4 people but beware it is very addictive ;-)Beginners are welcome. Our hosts and regulars will be glad to show you the basics to get you started on this fun game. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ The board game cafe charges per session are food and drink minimum spend requirement of £15 plus £6.50 cover charge. The Library Pot menu https://librarypot.uk/menu/ **Please don't bring any food or drink to be consumed on the premises.** Sorry no bicycles or buggies of any type inside. DISCLAIMER: By joining in on any of our Meetup activities you agree and accept, that, by the simple act of attending, you are fully responsible for your own safety & well-being and that you will not hold the Host/s responsible in any way for any injuries or other loss that you may suffer.

Cosy Crafternoon🧶🎨☕️🍰

Hiking up Pen-Y-Fan South Wales Brecon Beacons Camping and Hiking

# 🏔️🔥 SOUTH WALES 4-PEAK MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE 🔥🏕️ **Event has been posted on 4 different meetup groups so will get more people attending this event from other MEETUP Groups.** ## PEN Y FAN • FAN Y BIG • CRIBYN • CORN DU ### ⛰️ 12.5-MILE CIRCULAR HORSESHOE • CAMPING • MOUNTAINS • WATERFALLS • CAMPFIRE ⛰️ 🌄 **ONE WEEKEND. FOUR SUMMITS. ONE EPIC SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE!** 🌄 Join us for an action-packed weekend of **mountains, camping, spectacular scenery, photography, waterfalls and adventure** in beautiful South Wales! 🥾🏔️📸🔥 🏕️ 2 nights camping ⛰️ 12.5-mile four-peak mountain hike 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥘 Food provisions included 🍫 Unlimited snacks & protein bars 🚐 All transfers and transport within Wales 🌊 Easy sightseeing adventure on Sunday 🧭 Experienced mountain/hike leadership 👥 Small, friendly group *** # 🥾🏔️ SATURDAY — THE 4-PEAK PEN Y FAN HORSESHOE This is the main adventure! We will drive to **Pont ar Daf National Trust car park**, arriving in time to begin the hike at approximately **9:00 AM**. ### 🔄 OUR CIRCULAR ROUTE: 🥾 **Pont ar Daf** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Fan y Big — \~717–719 m** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Cribyn — 795 m** ⬇️ 🏆 **Pen y Fan — 886 m / 2,906 ft** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Corn Du — 873 m / 2,864 ft** ⬇️ 🥾 **Return to Pont ar Daf** ### 📏 Approximately 12.5 miles / 20 km ### 📈 Approximately 1,000 m cumulative ascent ### ⏱️ Approximately 8–9 hours on the mountain ### 🎯 Target return: approximately 6:00 PM *** # 🏆 CLIMB THE HIGHEST PEAK IN SOUTH WALES! The highlight of the weekend will be reaching the summit of: ## 🏔️ PEN Y FAN — 886 METRES / 2,906 FT We will climb Pen y Fan **on foot via established mountain paths**. 🥾 **No technical scrambling is required on the planned route.** However, this is a **serious mountain day**, involving long climbs, steep descents, uneven terrain and approximately 1,000 m of cumulative ascent. Good fitness and appropriate hiking equipment are essential. *** # 📸 SPECTACULAR VIEWS — BRING YOUR CAMERA! Expect magnificent Welsh mountain scenery throughout the day: 🌄 Mountain ridges 🏔️ High summits 🌿 Valleys 🌊 Rivers and waterfalls ☁️ Dramatic Welsh skies 📸 Panoramic viewpoints And, of course... ### 📸 THAT PEN Y FAN SUMMIT PHOTO! 🏔️🔥 *** # 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING We will stay at a **nearby campsite approximately 10 minutes' drive from the mountain starting point**. 🏕️ Friday night 🏕️ Saturday night ### ⛺ TENTS ARE PROVIDED You **DO NOT need to bring a tent or air bed**. High-quality **Decathlon camping tents** will be provided. ### You DO need to bring: 🛌 **Sleeping bag — essential** 🔦 Handheld torch 🔦 Headtorch 🎒 Personal overnight equipment *** # 🔥 CAMPSITE CAMPFIRE 🔥 **CAMPFIRE INCLUDED!** Relax after the mountain day, socialise with the group and enjoy the campsite atmosphere. 🏕️🔥🥘☕🌌 *** # 🍽️ FOOD, SNACKS & CAMPING MEALS Food provisions are included in the **£225 package**. 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Plenty of protein bars If you want to cook dinner at the campsite on Saturday evening, **cooking ingredients will be provided**. Alternatively, you may eat at a local pub. ### 🍺 PUB DINNERS & ALCOHOL Pub dinners are **NOT included**. If you choose to eat at a pub, you pay for your own meal. 🍺 Alcoholic drinks are also **not included** and are entirely the attendee's own responsibility. 🛒 All necessary group shopping will be completed on **Friday evening** because Saturday's schedule is too tight for a supermarket trip. *** # 🚗🚆 TRAVELLING FROM LONDON There will be two groups travelling from London on Friday evening: 🚗 **CAR GROUP** 🚆 **TRAIN GROUP** ### ⚠️ IMPORTANT London ↔ South Wales transport is **NOT included in the £225 package**, as attendees will use different transport arrangements. You are responsible for your own London/Wales travel costs. ### ⏰ FRIDAY ARRIVAL Everyone must arrive at the campsite by **9:30 PM at the absolute latest**. This is essential because Saturday starts early. *** # 🌅 SATURDAY TIMETABLE ⏰ **7:00 AM** — Wake up ☕ Breakfast / prepare equipment 🚐 **8:30 AM** — Depart campsite 🥾 **9:00 AM** — Hike begins ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 🎯 **Approximately 6:00 PM** — Return to car park Times are approximate and may change according to weather, trail conditions and group pace. *** # 💧 WATER & REST BREAKS This is a long mountain day, so regular breaks will be taken. 💧 Water breaks 🍫 Food/snack breaks 🧘 Rest stops Everyone must still carry sufficient water for their own needs. A hydration bladder or suitable hiking bottles are recommended. *** # 🥾 WHAT YOU MUST BRING ### ESSENTIAL: 🎒 Good hiking backpack 🥾 **Waterproof hiking boots/shoes with ankle support** 🧥 Waterproof hiking jacket 👖 Waterproof trousers recommended 🧦 Spare hiking socks 🧤 Warm layers 🧢 Hat/cap 💧 Plenty of water 🔦 **Handheld torch** 🔦 **Headtorch** 🔋 Spare batteries/power bank 📱 Fully charged phone ☀️ Sun cream & sunglasses 🩹 Personal medication *** # 🥾 WALKING POLES — HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Because Saturday is approximately **8–9 hours of mountain walking**, walking poles are **very highly recommended**. They are particularly useful during: ⬆️ Long climbs ⬇️ Steep descents 🪨 Uneven terrain 🥾 The final stages when your legs are tired If you own walking poles — **bring them!** 🥾🦯 *** # 🌊 SUNDAY — EASY SOUTH WALES EXPLORATION Sunday will be much more relaxed. After Saturday's mountain challenge, we'll have approximately **3–4 hours of easy walking and sightseeing**. 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic monuments 📸 Scenic viewpoints This is **not another major hike** — it's a leisurely opportunity to explore South Wales before travelling home. ### Sunday schedule: ⏰ **7:30 AM** — Wake up 🏕️ Breakfast & pack ⛺ **8:30 AM** — Campsite packed away 🚐 Depart and begin Sunday sightseeing 🚆 Train group — return towards London 🚗 Car group — return to London by car Sunday evening *** # 💷 £225 PACKAGE — WHAT'S INCLUDED? ### ✅ INCLUDED: 🏕️ 2 nights campsite accommodation ⛺ Tent provided 🚐 All transfers within South Wales 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Protein bars 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥾 Hiking/logistical support 🧭 Experienced mountain leadership 🩹 First-aid-trained leadership 📋 Administration/logistical costs 🎟️ Applicable hiking/event fees ### ❌ NOT INCLUDED: 🚆 London ↔ South Wales transport 🍺 Alcohol 🍽️ Pub dinners 🛍️ Personal purchases *** # 🧭 EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP The event will be led by an **experienced and qualified mountain/hiking guide leader who is First Aid trained**. Support includes: 🧭 Route leadership 🥾 Hiking guidance 🚐 Transport/logistical coordination 📋 Weekend organisation 🩹 First-aid awareness/support 📱 Communication throughout the weekend *** # 👥 VERY LIMITED SPACES This is deliberately being kept as a **small-group adventure**. Because of the logistical support required, I can realistically support approximately **6–7 people maximum**. ### 🎟️ AVAILABLE: 👩👩👩 **3 female spaces** 👨👨👨 **3 male spaces** There are: 💷 **4 paid places** 🎟️ **2 non-paid / heavily discounted places** The free/heavily discounted places are intended for people who can **bring a car and provide their own transportation**, helping with the group's logistics. *** # 🔞 STRICT AGE REQUIREMENT You must be **under 45 years old** to attend. Age verification will be required. Valid proof of age may include: 🪪 Driving licence 🛂 Passport *** # 📱 WHATSAPP GROUP A private WhatsApp group will be created for confirmed attendees by **Wednesday evening or Thursday morning**, approximately 24–48 hours before the event. It will be used for: 📍 Meeting arrangements 🚗 Transport ⏰ Timings 🏕️ Camping information 🥾 Hiking updates 🌦️ Weather information 📢 Final logistical details *** # 📩 HOW TO JOIN ### 1️⃣ MESSAGE THE ORGANISER THROUGH MEETUP FIRST ### 2️⃣ Discuss availability and transport arrangements ### 3️⃣ Complete the age/eligibility verification ### 4️⃣ Once approved, you will be added to the private WhatsApp group *** # ⚠️ IMPORTANT — THIS IS A CHALLENGING MOUNTAIN HIKE Saturday involves approximately: 🥾 **12.5 miles / 20 km** 📈 **\~1,000 m cumulative ascent** ⏱️ **8–9 hours on the mountain** 🏔️ **Four major summits** 🌦️ Potentially changing mountain weather ⬆️ Significant climbing ⬇️ Significant descending 🪨 Uneven mountain terrain You should be comfortable completing a long, challenging mountain day before booking. *** # 🔥 WHY JOIN? This isn't just a walk. It's a **FULL SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE WEEKEND!** 🏔️🔥 ### FRIDAY 🚗🚆 London → South Wales 🏕️ Settle into camp 🛒 Organise provisions 🔥 Campfire ### SATURDAY 🥾🏔️ 🌅 Early start ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 📸 Spectacular mountain views 🔥 Campfire evening ### SUNDAY 🌊 🏕️ Pack up 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic sights 📸 Photography 🚆 Return towards London *** # 🚨 THIS EVENT WON'T BE REPEATED SOON This particular event is **not planned to be repeated for at least another 24 months**. If you've been waiting for a chance to experience the **Pen y Fan four-peak horseshoe** with a very small organised group, this is your opportunity! 🏔️🔥 ### 🏔️ FOUR SUMMITS ### 🥾 12.5 MILES ### 📈 \~1,000 M ASCENT ### 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING ### 🔥 CAMPFIRE ### 🥘 FOOD PROVISIONS ### 🌊 SUNDAY EXPLORATION ### 📸 SPECTACULAR SCENERY ### 👥 VERY SMALL GROUP ## 🏔️🥾🔥 SOUTH WALES IS WAITING! 🔥🥾🏔️ **Bring your hiking boots, sleeping bag, camera and sense of adventure!** 📸🏕️🥾 ### 🎟️ ONLY 5–6 PLACES AVAILABLE ### 💷 £225 PER PERSON 📩 **Message the Meetup organiser/host FIRST to apply.** Once your place, age eligibility and transport arrangements have been verified, you'll be added to the private WhatsApp group. **Come prepared. Come adventurous. Come ready for an unforgettable weekend in the Welsh mountains!** 🌄🏕️🥾🏔️🔥📸🌊🤝

Craft Session

Come and join us on Tuesday evening, 7-9pm for a chill evening of crafting. We meet at London Friend office, 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN. You don't need to RSVP, so you can just show up. This session is a drop in and a chance to meet likeminded people to socialise with even if you don’t fancy getting crafty. Materials are provided onsite for FREE and no experience is needed! This social activities group is open to all LBT women plus non-binary people who have an identity within a community that centres on women. We are looking forward to seeing you! :)

INTRO TO WOODCARVING

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodcarving-91/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodcarving-91/) **⋆⋆⋆** If you have ever marveled at the fine detail or flowing lines of a wood carving, you may have wondered what it would be like to carve. In this one-day workshop, expert wood carver Jon Hall brings his experience, City and Guilds training, and expertise to this day’s enjoyable teaching. Even if you have never held a chisel before or can’t draw a design, Jon’s method of carving will build confidence and correct technique in an energetic and inspiring manner. By following the contours of a fresh leaf, you will learn the fundamentals of this skill. As sharp tools are the key to success, you will also practice how to keep your tools in top condition to achieve the results you desire. We supply all the tools and materials and also sell sets of carving tools so you can improve your skills at home. Beginners welcome.

Hiking Camping South Wales Brecon Beacons official Campsite 12.5 miles Saturday

# 🏔️🔥 SOUTH WALES 4-PEAK MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE 🔥🏕️ Event has been posted on 4 different meetup groups so will get more people attending this event from other MEETUP Groups. ## PEN Y FAN • FAN Y BIG • CRIBYN • CORN DU ### ⛰️ 12.5-MILE CIRCULAR HORSESHOE • CAMPING • MOUNTAINS • WATERFALLS • CAMPFIRE ⛰️ 🌄 **ONE WEEKEND. FOUR SUMMITS. ONE EPIC SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE!** 🌄 Join us for an action-packed weekend of **mountains, camping, spectacular scenery, photography, waterfalls and adventure** in beautiful South Wales! 🥾🏔️📸🔥 🏕️ 2 nights camping ⛰️ 12.5-mile four-peak mountain hike 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥘 Food provisions included 🍫 Unlimited snacks & protein bars 🚐 All transfers and transport within Wales 🌊 Easy sightseeing adventure on Sunday 🧭 Experienced mountain/hike leadership 👥 Small, friendly group *** # 🥾🏔️ SATURDAY — THE 4-PEAK PEN Y FAN HORSESHOE This is the main adventure! We will drive to **Pont ar Daf National Trust car park**, arriving in time to begin the hike at approximately **9:00 AM**. ### 🔄 OUR CIRCULAR ROUTE: 🥾 **Pont ar Daf** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Fan y Big — \~717–719 m** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Cribyn — 795 m** ⬇️ 🏆 **Pen y Fan — 886 m / 2,906 ft** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Corn Du — 873 m / 2,864 ft** ⬇️ 🥾 **Return to Pont ar Daf** ### 📏 Approximately 12.5 miles / 20 km ### 📈 Approximately 1,000 m cumulative ascent ### ⏱️ Approximately 8–9 hours on the mountain ### 🎯 Target return: approximately 6:00 PM *** # 🏆 CLIMB THE HIGHEST PEAK IN SOUTH WALES! The highlight of the weekend will be reaching the summit of: ## 🏔️ PEN Y FAN — 886 METRES / 2,906 FT We will climb Pen y Fan **on foot via established mountain paths**. 🥾 **No technical scrambling is required on the planned route.** However, this is a **serious mountain day**, involving long climbs, steep descents, uneven terrain and approximately 1,000 m of cumulative ascent. Good fitness and appropriate hiking equipment are essential. *** # 📸 SPECTACULAR VIEWS — BRING YOUR CAMERA! Expect magnificent Welsh mountain scenery throughout the day: 🌄 Mountain ridges 🏔️ High summits 🌿 Valleys 🌊 Rivers and waterfalls ☁️ Dramatic Welsh skies 📸 Panoramic viewpoints And, of course... ### 📸 THAT PEN Y FAN SUMMIT PHOTO! 🏔️🔥 *** # 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING We will stay at a **nearby campsite approximately 10 minutes' drive from the mountain starting point**. 🏕️ Friday night 🏕️ Saturday night ### ⛺ TENTS ARE PROVIDED You **DO NOT need to bring a tent or air bed**. High-quality **Decathlon camping tents** will be provided. ### You DO need to bring: 🛌 **Sleeping bag — essential** 🔦 Handheld torch 🔦 Headtorch 🎒 Personal overnight equipment *** # 🔥 CAMPSITE CAMPFIRE 🔥 **CAMPFIRE INCLUDED!** Relax after the mountain day, socialise with the group and enjoy the campsite atmosphere. 🏕️🔥🥘☕🌌 *** # 🍽️ FOOD, SNACKS & CAMPING MEALS Food provisions are included in the **£225 package**. 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Plenty of protein bars If you want to cook dinner at the campsite on Saturday evening, **cooking ingredients will be provided**. Alternatively, you may eat at a local pub. ### 🍺 PUB DINNERS & ALCOHOL Pub dinners are **NOT included**. If you choose to eat at a pub, you pay for your own meal. 🍺 Alcoholic drinks are also **not included** and are entirely the attendee's own responsibility. 🛒 All necessary group shopping will be completed on **Friday evening** because Saturday's schedule is too tight for a supermarket trip. *** # 🚗🚆 TRAVELLING FROM LONDON There will be two groups travelling from London on Friday evening: 🚗 **CAR GROUP** 🚆 **TRAIN GROUP** ### ⚠️ IMPORTANT London ↔ South Wales transport is **NOT included in the £225 package**, as attendees will use different transport arrangements. You are responsible for your own London/Wales travel costs. ### ⏰ FRIDAY ARRIVAL Everyone must arrive at the campsite by **9:30 PM at the absolute latest**. This is essential because Saturday starts early. *** # 🌅 SATURDAY TIMETABLE ⏰ **7:00 AM** — Wake up ☕ Breakfast / prepare equipment 🚐 **8:30 AM** — Depart campsite 🥾 **9:00 AM** — Hike begins ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 🎯 **Approximately 6:00 PM** — Return to car park Times are approximate and may change according to weather, trail conditions and group pace. *** # 💧 WATER & REST BREAKS This is a long mountain day, so regular breaks will be taken. 💧 Water breaks 🍫 Food/snack breaks 🧘 Rest stops Everyone must still carry sufficient water for their own needs. A hydration bladder or suitable hiking bottles are recommended. *** # 🥾 WHAT YOU MUST BRING ### ESSENTIAL: 🎒 Good hiking backpack 🥾 **Waterproof hiking boots/shoes with ankle support** 🧥 Waterproof hiking jacket 👖 Waterproof trousers recommended 🧦 Spare hiking socks 🧤 Warm layers 🧢 Hat/cap 💧 Plenty of water 🔦 **Handheld torch** 🔦 **Headtorch** 🔋 Spare batteries/power bank 📱 Fully charged phone ☀️ Sun cream & sunglasses 🩹 Personal medication *** # 🥾 WALKING POLES — HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Because Saturday is approximately **8–9 hours of mountain walking**, walking poles are **very highly recommended**. They are particularly useful during: ⬆️ Long climbs ⬇️ Steep descents 🪨 Uneven terrain 🥾 The final stages when your legs are tired If you own walking poles — **bring them!** 🥾🦯 *** # 🌊 SUNDAY — EASY SOUTH WALES EXPLORATION Sunday will be much more relaxed. After Saturday's mountain challenge, we'll have approximately **3–4 hours of easy walking and sightseeing**. 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic monuments 📸 Scenic viewpoints This is **not another major hike** — it's a leisurely opportunity to explore South Wales before travelling home. ### Sunday schedule: ⏰ **7:30 AM** — Wake up 🏕️ Breakfast & pack ⛺ **8:30 AM** — Campsite packed away 🚐 Depart and begin Sunday sightseeing 🚆 Train group — return towards London 🚗 Car group — return to London by car Sunday evening *** # 💷 £225 PACKAGE — WHAT'S INCLUDED? ### ✅ INCLUDED: 🏕️ 2 nights campsite accommodation ⛺ Tent provided 🚐 All transfers within South Wales 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Protein bars 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥾 Hiking/logistical support 🧭 Experienced mountain leadership 🩹 First-aid-trained leadership 📋 Administration/logistical costs 🎟️ Applicable hiking/event fees ### ❌ NOT INCLUDED: 🚆 London ↔ South Wales transport 🍺 Alcohol 🍽️ Pub dinners 🛍️ Personal purchases *** # 🧭 EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP The event will be led by an **experienced and qualified mountain/hiking guide leader who is First Aid trained**. Support includes: 🧭 Route leadership 🥾 Hiking guidance 🚐 Transport/logistical coordination 📋 Weekend organisation 🩹 First-aid awareness/support 📱 Communication throughout the weekend *** # 👥 VERY LIMITED SPACES This is deliberately being kept as a **small-group adventure**. Because of the logistical support required, I can realistically support approximately **6–7 people maximum**. ### 🎟️ AVAILABLE: 👩👩👩 **3 female spaces** 👨👨👨 **3 male spaces** There are: 💷 **4 paid places** 🎟️ **2 non-paid / heavily discounted places** The free/heavily discounted places are intended for people who can **bring a car and provide their own transportation**, helping with the group's logistics. *** # 🔞 STRICT AGE REQUIREMENT You must be **under 45 years old** to attend. Age verification will be required. Valid proof of age may include: 🪪 Driving licence 🛂 Passport *** # 📱 WHATSAPP GROUP A private WhatsApp group will be created for confirmed attendees by **Wednesday evening or Thursday morning**, approximately 24–48 hours before the event. It will be used for: 📍 Meeting arrangements 🚗 Transport ⏰ Timings 🏕️ Camping information 🥾 Hiking updates 🌦️ Weather information 📢 Final logistical details *** # 📩 HOW TO JOIN ### 1️⃣ MESSAGE THE ORGANISER THROUGH MEETUP FIRST ### 2️⃣ Discuss availability and transport arrangements ### 3️⃣ Complete the age/eligibility verification ### 4️⃣ Once approved, you will be added to the private WhatsApp group *** # ⚠️ IMPORTANT — THIS IS A CHALLENGING MOUNTAIN HIKE Saturday involves approximately: 🥾 **12.5 miles / 20 km** 📈 **\~1,000 m cumulative ascent** ⏱️ **8–9 hours on the mountain** 🏔️ **Four major summits** 🌦️ Potentially changing mountain weather ⬆️ Significant climbing ⬇️ Significant descending 🪨 Uneven mountain terrain You should be comfortable completing a long, challenging mountain day before booking. *** # 🔥 WHY JOIN? This isn't just a walk. It's a **FULL SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE WEEKEND!** 🏔️🔥 ### FRIDAY 🚗🚆 London → South Wales 🏕️ Settle into camp 🛒 Organise provisions 🔥 Campfire ### SATURDAY 🥾🏔️ 🌅 Early start ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 📸 Spectacular mountain views 🔥 Campfire evening ### SUNDAY 🌊 🏕️ Pack up 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic sights 📸 Photography 🚆 Return towards London *** # 🚨 THIS EVENT WON'T BE REPEATED SOON This particular event is **not planned to be repeated for at least another 24 months**. If you've been waiting for a chance to experience the **Pen y Fan four-peak horseshoe** with a very small organised group, this is your opportunity! 🏔️🔥 ### 🏔️ FOUR SUMMITS ### 🥾 12.5 MILES ### 📈 \~1,000 M ASCENT ### 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING ### 🔥 CAMPFIRE ### 🥘 FOOD PROVISIONS ### 🌊 SUNDAY EXPLORATION ### 📸 SPECTACULAR SCENERY ### 👥 VERY SMALL GROUP ## 🏔️🥾🔥 SOUTH WALES IS WAITING! 🔥🥾🏔️ **Bring your hiking boots, sleeping bag, camera and sense of adventure!** 📸🏕️🥾 ### 🎟️ ONLY 5–6 PLACES AVAILABLE ### 💷 £225 PER PERSON 📩 **Message the Meetup organiser/host FIRST to apply.** Once your place, age eligibility and transport arrangements have been verified, you'll be added to the private WhatsApp group. **Come prepared. Come adventurous. Come ready for an unforgettable weekend in the Welsh mountains!** 🌄🏕️🥾🏔️🔥📸🌊🤝

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 EVENINGS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-55/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-55/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box **Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary. **About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. An absorbing course for confident beginners and a enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well proportioned flip lidded box is constructed of European Redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard weary hands have been needing a skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Check our website for other event timetables** ➡️ [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/)

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 AFTERNOONS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-53/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-53/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box **Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary. **About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. An absorbing course for confident beginners and a enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well proportioned flip lidded box is constructed of European Redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard weary hands have been needing a skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Check our website for other event timetables** ➡️ [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/)

Hike South Wales Brecon Beacons National Park Pen-Y-Fan 12 miles

# 🏔️🔥 SOUTH WALES 4-PEAK MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE 🔥🏕️ Event has been posted on 4 different meetup groups so will get more people attending this event from other MEETUP Groups. ## PEN Y FAN • FAN Y BIG • CRIBYN • CORN DU ### ⛰️ 12.5-MILE CIRCULAR HORSESHOE • CAMPING • MOUNTAINS • WATERFALLS • CAMPFIRE ⛰️ 🌄 **ONE WEEKEND. FOUR SUMMITS. ONE EPIC SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE!** 🌄 Join us for an action-packed weekend of **mountains, camping, spectacular scenery, photography, waterfalls and adventure** in beautiful South Wales! 🥾🏔️📸🔥 🏕️ 2 nights camping ⛰️ 12.5-mile four-peak mountain hike 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥘 Food provisions included 🍫 Unlimited snacks & protein bars 🚐 All transfers and transport within Wales 🌊 Easy sightseeing adventure on Sunday 🧭 Experienced mountain/hike leadership 👥 Small, friendly group *** # 🥾🏔️ SATURDAY — THE 4-PEAK PEN Y FAN HORSESHOE This is the main adventure! We will drive to **Pont ar Daf National Trust car park**, arriving in time to begin the hike at approximately **9:00 AM**. ### 🔄 OUR CIRCULAR ROUTE: 🥾 **Pont ar Daf** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Fan y Big — \~717–719 m** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Cribyn — 795 m** ⬇️ 🏆 **Pen y Fan — 886 m / 2,906 ft** ⬇️ ⛰️ **Corn Du — 873 m / 2,864 ft** ⬇️ 🥾 **Return to Pont ar Daf** ### 📏 Approximately 12.5 miles / 20 km ### 📈 Approximately 1,000 m cumulative ascent ### ⏱️ Approximately 8–9 hours on the mountain ### 🎯 Target return: approximately 6:00 PM *** # 🏆 CLIMB THE HIGHEST PEAK IN SOUTH WALES! The highlight of the weekend will be reaching the summit of: ## 🏔️ PEN Y FAN — 886 METRES / 2,906 FT We will climb Pen y Fan **on foot via established mountain paths**. 🥾 **No technical scrambling is required on the planned route.** However, this is a **serious mountain day**, involving long climbs, steep descents, uneven terrain and approximately 1,000 m of cumulative ascent. Good fitness and appropriate hiking equipment are essential. *** # 📸 SPECTACULAR VIEWS — BRING YOUR CAMERA! Expect magnificent Welsh mountain scenery throughout the day: 🌄 Mountain ridges 🏔️ High summits 🌿 Valleys 🌊 Rivers and waterfalls ☁️ Dramatic Welsh skies 📸 Panoramic viewpoints And, of course... ### 📸 THAT PEN Y FAN SUMMIT PHOTO! 🏔️🔥 *** # 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING We will stay at a **nearby campsite approximately 10 minutes' drive from the mountain starting point**. 🏕️ Friday night 🏕️ Saturday night ### ⛺ TENTS ARE PROVIDED You **DO NOT need to bring a tent or air bed**. High-quality **Decathlon camping tents** will be provided. ### You DO need to bring: 🛌 **Sleeping bag — essential** 🔦 Handheld torch 🔦 Headtorch 🎒 Personal overnight equipment *** # 🔥 CAMPSITE CAMPFIRE 🔥 **CAMPFIRE INCLUDED!** Relax after the mountain day, socialise with the group and enjoy the campsite atmosphere. 🏕️🔥🥘☕🌌 *** # 🍽️ FOOD, SNACKS & CAMPING MEALS Food provisions are included in the **£225 package**. 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Plenty of protein bars If you want to cook dinner at the campsite on Saturday evening, **cooking ingredients will be provided**. Alternatively, you may eat at a local pub. ### 🍺 PUB DINNERS & ALCOHOL Pub dinners are **NOT included**. If you choose to eat at a pub, you pay for your own meal. 🍺 Alcoholic drinks are also **not included** and are entirely the attendee's own responsibility. 🛒 All necessary group shopping will be completed on **Friday evening** because Saturday's schedule is too tight for a supermarket trip. *** # 🚗🚆 TRAVELLING FROM LONDON There will be two groups travelling from London on Friday evening: 🚗 **CAR GROUP** 🚆 **TRAIN GROUP** ### ⚠️ IMPORTANT London ↔ South Wales transport is **NOT included in the £225 package**, as attendees will use different transport arrangements. You are responsible for your own London/Wales travel costs. ### ⏰ FRIDAY ARRIVAL Everyone must arrive at the campsite by **9:30 PM at the absolute latest**. This is essential because Saturday starts early. *** # 🌅 SATURDAY TIMETABLE ⏰ **7:00 AM** — Wake up ☕ Breakfast / prepare equipment 🚐 **8:30 AM** — Depart campsite 🥾 **9:00 AM** — Hike begins ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 🎯 **Approximately 6:00 PM** — Return to car park Times are approximate and may change according to weather, trail conditions and group pace. *** # 💧 WATER & REST BREAKS This is a long mountain day, so regular breaks will be taken. 💧 Water breaks 🍫 Food/snack breaks 🧘 Rest stops Everyone must still carry sufficient water for their own needs. A hydration bladder or suitable hiking bottles are recommended. *** # 🥾 WHAT YOU MUST BRING ### ESSENTIAL: 🎒 Good hiking backpack 🥾 **Waterproof hiking boots/shoes with ankle support** 🧥 Waterproof hiking jacket 👖 Waterproof trousers recommended 🧦 Spare hiking socks 🧤 Warm layers 🧢 Hat/cap 💧 Plenty of water 🔦 **Handheld torch** 🔦 **Headtorch** 🔋 Spare batteries/power bank 📱 Fully charged phone ☀️ Sun cream & sunglasses 🩹 Personal medication *** # 🥾 WALKING POLES — HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Because Saturday is approximately **8–9 hours of mountain walking**, walking poles are **very highly recommended**. They are particularly useful during: ⬆️ Long climbs ⬇️ Steep descents 🪨 Uneven terrain 🥾 The final stages when your legs are tired If you own walking poles — **bring them!** 🥾🦯 *** # 🌊 SUNDAY — EASY SOUTH WALES EXPLORATION Sunday will be much more relaxed. After Saturday's mountain challenge, we'll have approximately **3–4 hours of easy walking and sightseeing**. 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic monuments 📸 Scenic viewpoints This is **not another major hike** — it's a leisurely opportunity to explore South Wales before travelling home. ### Sunday schedule: ⏰ **7:30 AM** — Wake up 🏕️ Breakfast & pack ⛺ **8:30 AM** — Campsite packed away 🚐 Depart and begin Sunday sightseeing 🚆 Train group — return towards London 🚗 Car group — return to London by car Sunday evening *** # 💷 £225 PACKAGE — WHAT'S INCLUDED? ### ✅ INCLUDED: 🏕️ 2 nights campsite accommodation ⛺ Tent provided 🚐 All transfers within South Wales 🥘 Food provisions 🍫 Unlimited snacks 💪 Protein bars 🔥 Campsite campfire 🥾 Hiking/logistical support 🧭 Experienced mountain leadership 🩹 First-aid-trained leadership 📋 Administration/logistical costs 🎟️ Applicable hiking/event fees ### ❌ NOT INCLUDED: 🚆 London ↔ South Wales transport 🍺 Alcohol 🍽️ Pub dinners 🛍️ Personal purchases *** # 🧭 EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP The event will be led by an **experienced and qualified mountain/hiking guide leader who is First Aid trained**. Support includes: 🧭 Route leadership 🥾 Hiking guidance 🚐 Transport/logistical coordination 📋 Weekend organisation 🩹 First-aid awareness/support 📱 Communication throughout the weekend *** # 👥 VERY LIMITED SPACES This is deliberately being kept as a **small-group adventure**. Because of the logistical support required, I can realistically support approximately **6–7 people maximum**. ### 🎟️ AVAILABLE: 👩👩👩 **3 female spaces** 👨👨👨 **3 male spaces** There are: 💷 **4 paid places** 🎟️ **2 non-paid / heavily discounted places** The free/heavily discounted places are intended for people who can **bring a car and provide their own transportation**, helping with the group's logistics. *** # 🔞 STRICT AGE REQUIREMENT You must be **under 45 years old** to attend. Age verification will be required. Valid proof of age may include: 🪪 Driving licence 🛂 Passport *** # 📱 WHATSAPP GROUP A private WhatsApp group will be created for confirmed attendees by **Wednesday evening or Thursday morning**, approximately 24–48 hours before the event. It will be used for: 📍 Meeting arrangements 🚗 Transport ⏰ Timings 🏕️ Camping information 🥾 Hiking updates 🌦️ Weather information 📢 Final logistical details *** # 📩 HOW TO JOIN ### 1️⃣ MESSAGE THE ORGANISER THROUGH MEETUP FIRST ### 2️⃣ Discuss availability and transport arrangements ### 3️⃣ Complete the age/eligibility verification ### 4️⃣ Once approved, you will be added to the private WhatsApp group *** # ⚠️ IMPORTANT — THIS IS A CHALLENGING MOUNTAIN HIKE Saturday involves approximately: 🥾 **12.5 miles / 20 km** 📈 **\~1,000 m cumulative ascent** ⏱️ **8–9 hours on the mountain** 🏔️ **Four major summits** 🌦️ Potentially changing mountain weather ⬆️ Significant climbing ⬇️ Significant descending 🪨 Uneven mountain terrain You should be comfortable completing a long, challenging mountain day before booking. *** # 🔥 WHY JOIN? This isn't just a walk. It's a **FULL SOUTH WALES ADVENTURE WEEKEND!** 🏔️🔥 ### FRIDAY 🚗🚆 London → South Wales 🏕️ Settle into camp 🛒 Organise provisions 🔥 Campfire ### SATURDAY 🥾🏔️ 🌅 Early start ⛰️ Fan y Big ⛰️ Cribyn 🏆 Pen y Fan ⛰️ Corn Du 📸 Spectacular mountain views 🔥 Campfire evening ### SUNDAY 🌊 🏕️ Pack up 🌊 Waterfalls 🏞️ Lakes 🌿 Rivers 🏛️ Historic sights 📸 Photography 🚆 Return towards London *** # 🚨 THIS EVENT WON'T BE REPEATED SOON This particular event is **not planned to be repeated for at least another 24 months**. If you've been waiting for a chance to experience the **Pen y Fan four-peak horseshoe** with a very small organised group, this is your opportunity! 🏔️🔥 ### 🏔️ FOUR SUMMITS ### 🥾 12.5 MILES ### 📈 \~1,000 M ASCENT ### 🏕️ TWO NIGHTS CAMPING ### 🔥 CAMPFIRE ### 🥘 FOOD PROVISIONS ### 🌊 SUNDAY EXPLORATION ### 📸 SPECTACULAR SCENERY ### 👥 VERY SMALL GROUP ## 🏔️🥾🔥 SOUTH WALES IS WAITING! 🔥🥾🏔️ **Bring your hiking boots, sleeping bag, camera and sense of adventure!** 📸🏕️🥾 ### 🎟️ ONLY 5–6 PLACES AVAILABLE ### 💷 £225 PER PERSON 📩 **Message the Meetup organiser/host FIRST to apply.** Once your place, age eligibility and transport arrangements have been verified, you'll be added to the private WhatsApp group. **Come prepared. Come adventurous. Come ready for an unforgettable weekend in the Welsh mountains!** 🌄🏕️🥾🏔️🔥📸🌊🤝

Women's Solo Travel Social

**Join us for an evening of Women's Solo Travel Social!** Whether you’ve backpacked across Asia, taken solo city breaks around Europe, or are just planning your first trip, come meet like-minded people who enjoy exploring the world on their own terms! Expect good conversation, meeting fellow travel lovers, community, swapping stories, destination inspiration, travel tips, and sharing recommendations. For both newcomers and experienced solo travellers alike! Please feel free to bring friends! Also follow @Trusttrip.travel on Insta for more updates, and to continue sharing travel stories! We will be upstairs in the pub, I'll have a little sign on the table!