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Hampstead Heath Autumn Walk & Pub Lunch at The Spaniards Inn

Hampstead Heath Autumn Walk & Pub Lunch at The Spaniards Inn

Sat, Nov 21, 9:30 AM
From Out Of Office Adventures Together
4.9

Join Out of Office Adventures Together for a refreshing autumn walk, friendly conversation and /or a cosy pub lunch! 🌳🥾 We’ll explore Hampstead Heath at a relaxed, sociable pace for around 2.5 hours, taking in woodland paths and beautiful views before heading to The Spaniards Inn for lunch at 12:30pm. 📅 **Saturday 21 November** 📍 **Meet outside Hampstead Heath Overground station at 9:30 am** 🥾 **Walk:** approximately 2.5 hours 🍽️ **Lunch:** 12:30pm at The Spaniards Inn If you don't fancy the walk or don't feel like it on the day, feel free to join us for lunch only! Come solo or with a friend—everyone’s welcome! It’s a lovely opportunity to meet new people and enjoy some time outdoors together. Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip, as paths may be muddy, and bring warm layers, waterproofs and water. Everyone pays for their own food and drinks. Please keep your RSVP up to date and let us know if you won’t be staying for lunch so we can confirm numbers. Looking forward to seeing you there! 🍁 **Angela & Vanessa**

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Hike Scafell Pike - Lake District Weekend! - Includes return train!

Hike Scafell Pike - Lake District Weekend! - Includes return train!

Fri, Dec 11, 6:00 PM
From Guided UK Mountain Trips from London - City Mountaineering
4.9

2-days and 2-nights in The Lake District National Park. We will hike two for two full days including the ascent of Scafell Pike; the highest peak in England! before a relaxing journey back to London on the train **Return train travel from London included, so you don’t need to spend hours sat in the minibus on the busy motorways.** \*\*\* The main event may be ascending Scafell Pike but, as with all City Mountaineering trips, one the other day we’ll get you off the busy tourist trails and head instead to the quieter parts of the National Park, drawing on our local knowledge and years of experience to provide a truly unique adventure you’ll never forget. You don't need to have any prior experience of hiking or remote hiking and the small group size will enable us to give you our full attention throughout the weekend, ensuring your safety and enjoyment is our number one priority. As always, we’ll sort out the travel, transfers and accommodation so just meet in London and leave the rest to us. \*\*\* **Itinerary** *Please note that exact timings and order of activities are subject to change, based on the local conditions at the time.* **Friday (from 6pm)** Meeting outside Euston train station, you will board the train for a relaxing journey to The Lake District. You will be met at the train station and transported across the national park to our tranquil accommodation – nestled amongst towering mountains and next to a beautiful river, this trip is set to be a wonderful detox in nature after a week in the city. **Day 1 – Saturday:** Awaking in the morning, we will have breakfast, discuss the plans for the day including a safety briefing and kit check, then pack our bags and head out for an easy day; hiking the lesser travelled mountains of The Lake District. We will then head back to the accommodation before having a shower and heading to a local pub for dinner and drinks **Day 2 – Sunday:** We will arise early to give us as much time on the mountain as possible. After breakfast we will have another trip briefing and safety discussion before packing the car and heading out to **ascend Scafell Pike**. After the hike you be transferred to the railway station for your train back to London. Glowing and rejuvenated after a relaxing weekend spent in nature (expect to arrive in Euston at c.9pm) \*\*\* **DIFFICULTY:** This trip is designed to be a **moderate** 2-days in The Lake District. The routes are straight forward but some steep uphill and downhill hiking is unavoidable. A reasonable level of fitness is expected, but you don't need to be a super-athlete to join this trip. Your **qualified guide** is highly experienced enough to keep the pace slow and everyone happy, safe and motivated throughout the trip **TRANSPORT:** Return train journey from London and short distance minibus transfers in The Lake District **ACCOMMODATION:** Single-sex rooms in a warm and comfy hostel \*\*\* **Cost:** £445 To join, simply RSVP and pay the £150 deposit. We'll then be in contact with more details including specific logistics and kit list. **Included in the price:** * Return train travel from London to The Lake District * 2-nights hostel accommodation * 2-days guided hiking by an experienced and qualified mountain leader * All travel and logistical support in The Lake District **Not included in the price:** * Personal hiking kit * All food/drinks * Personal travel insurance *** *All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)* ***Please be aware of our [Participation Statement](https://www.citymountaineering.com/participation-statement) and [Terms & Conditions](https://www.citymountaineering.com/terms-and-conditions) prior to joining***

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Twilight Trails: Seven Sisters Sunset & Moonlight Hike

Twilight Trails: Seven Sisters Sunset & Moonlight Hike

Sat, Nov 21, 11:25 AM
From GO London Hiking
4.8

Our annual Twilight hike returns! Join us for an unforgettable night hike along the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs. This exhilarating adventure offers the chance to explore one of the UK’s most stunning coastal landscapes and classic hikes in a whole new light. With headlamps to guide our way, we’ll traverse chalky white cliffs and rolling hills, soaking in panoramic views of the sea illuminated by the moon. Along the way, we'll pause to take in the serene beauty of landmarks such as Beachy Head, the dramatic plunges of the cliffs, and the glittering coastline that stretches into the distance. This isn’t an overnight hike - it's a day to evening hike that starts later to incorporate the earlier sunsets this time of year. You **MUST** bring a proper headtorch (and spare batteries!) for this hike as it’s likely to be cloudy. We will not be providing any head torches and a torch on a phone or hand-held torches are not suitable. Anyone without a working headtorch and spare batteries will be turned away. **GRADE:** Challenging 22.5km / 14 miles, 700m elevation gain over at least 10 hills and over 14 miles. Approx 6-7hrs walking time on undulating terrain with steep climbs. Suitable for **experienced hikers only** who can maintain a steady pace and not for beginners. **MEETING POINT**: 11:25 at London Victoria Station, near the main ticket office. Alternatively, you can meet us at Seaford Station at 13:19. **COST:** £12 organiser's fee on RSVP. Does not include train tickets - you will need to buy your own train ticket. Group save tickets buy on the day. **TRAINS**: London Victoria 11:54 train arriving at Seaford Station at 13:19, journey time 1 hour 25 mins with one change at Lewes. Return train from Eastbourne to London Victoria **WALK STARTS**: 13:20 at Seaford Station. **WALK FINISHES**: Approx 19:30 at Eastbourne Station. **WHAT TO BRING**: YOU MUST HAVE A HEAD TORCH & YOU WILL BE SENT AWAY IF YOU DO NOT. Snacks, water, suitable clothing, and hiking footwear. We will not be taking long stops and the temperature will drop significantly after sunset, so do bring more warmer layers. No dogs allowed except service dogs - please DM one of us in advance. **CONTACT:** Davina, DM via meetup **Stay Connected** **📩 Mailing List: [https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/contact](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/contact)** **🌐 Website: [https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/)** **📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/golondonhiking/](https://www.instagram.com/golondonhiking/)** **👍 Facebook Page: [https://www.facebook.com/GoLondonAdventure/](https://www.facebook.com/GoLondonAdventure/)** **\*\*\*** **📜 Terms & Conditions** **By signing up, you agree to our full T&Cs including our cancellation and refund policy. View T&Cs [Click Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XSic4Aj9VJguTQuiWrTd6I1A-EmvmQCqCHggB0omlX8/edit?usp=sharing)**

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BEGINNERS HIKE 18KM Wind in the Willows: Woodland, River & Photography adventure

BEGINNERS HIKE 18KM Wind in the Willows: Woodland, River & Photography adventure

Sat, Nov 21, 8:30 AM
From Outdooraholics London Hiking & Adventure Travel 25 to 49ish
4.8

📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 11.5 miles (18km) • Grading: [Beginners/Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) \- one main hill that we take gently • Ascent: 140m • 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: Paddington station. Meet at the entrance of the main ticket office - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Paddington.jpg) • Time: Meet 8:30am, leave 8:50am for the 9:08am train • Return: 5:21pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Walk the scenic **Thames Path** with riverside meadows and marshes • Visit **Cookham**, home of painter Sir Stanley Spencer • Discover the site of **Saxon Queen Cynethryth’s** lost 8th-century monastery • See ancient **Bronze Age burial mounds** at Cock Marsh • Enjoy panoramic views of the Thames Valley from **Winter Hill** • Walk through **Bisham Woods**, inspiration for The Wind in the Willows • Pass near the **Cliveden Estate** — famed for grandeur and the Profumo Affair • Cross **Boulters Lock**, once a favourite haunt of Victorian society • Finish in **Maidenhead**, with Brunel’s iconic 1835 railway bridge 🥾 **Hike Description** We set off from **Cookham** and soon make our way into the enchanting Bisham Woods, once part of the Royal Forest of Windsor. Steeped in history and folklore, these ancient woods were said to be haunted by Lady Hoby and inspired Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows. Rich in flora and wildlife, they provide a beautiful opening to our walk. Climbing to **Winter Hill**, we enjoy sweeping views across the Thames Valley before descending to the river. The path then leads us through meadows and marshland, past the ancient burial mounds of **Cock Marsh**, before arriving in the historic heart of Cookham village, famously described by Stanley Spencer as “a village in heaven.” Here we pause for lunch, with time to explore the charming streets, Spencer’s gallery, and Holy Trinity Church where the artist is commemorated, as well as a visit to a traditional pub. After lunch, we rejoin the **Thames Path**, widely regarded as one of the most photogenic stretches of the river. The route meanders alongside the water, skirting the edge of the grand **Cliveden Estate**, once a ducal residence and later the setting of the notorious 1960s Profumo Affair. Our hike continues along the river past **Boulters Lock**, a lively boating hub once popular with Victorian high society, before reaching **Maidenhead**. The finale is at Brunel’s magnificent **1835 railway bridge**, a pioneering feat of Victorian engineering and a fitting close to a day rich in riverside scenery, history and culture. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [BEA](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07345 241215 🍽️ **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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HILLY HIKE 22km Bourne Valley - the Mills, Orchards and Knights Manors of Kent

HILLY HIKE 22km Bourne Valley - the Mills, Orchards and Knights Manors of Kent

Sat, Nov 28, 8:30 AM
From Outdooraholics London Hiking & Adventure Travel 25 to 49ish
4.8

📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 14 miles (22km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 450m • Hiking time: 5.5 to 6.5 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 8:30am, leave 8:45am for the 8:55am train • Return: 6:36pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Hike through the lush **Bourne Valley** in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • Pass the vast **Fairlawne Estate** — a 17th-century mansion now home to a Saudi Prince and once used for royal horse training • Follow the **Greensand Ridge** and hike along sections of the historic **Greensand Way** • Visit **Old Soar Manor** — a 13th-century knight’s dwelling and English Heritage site • Admire traditional **Kentish cobnut orchards** and colourful apple orchards • Explore ancient hamlets, mills and woodlands including the historic **Basted Mill** site • Visit **Shipbourne Common**, a designated Special Landscape Area 🥾 **Hike Description** Our adventure begins at **Borough Green**, whose heritage stretches back over 2000 years. From here, we follow the tranquil **River Bourne**, meandering through orchards, meadows, and the rare Kentish cobnut groves. The trail soon ascends into **Yopps Green**, where we pause to enjoy sweeping views across the valley’s patchwork of fields and woodland. Continuing along the **Greensand Ridge**, we pass historic hamlets and mills before arriving at the magnificent **Fairlawne Estate**. This grand 17th-century country mansion sits within over 1,000 acres of parkland and gardens. Once famed as the training ground for Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother’s horses, today it is the private residence of a Saudi Prince. After lunch, our route carries us deeper into the valley past the remnants of Kent’s milling heritage, where rivers once powered a chain of **paper mills** for centuries. We then make our way through shady chestnut woodland to reach **Old Soar Manor**, a 13th-century fortified knight’s dwelling preserved by English Heritage. The final stage of the hike leads us past the dramatic gorge of the River Bourne and the atmospheric remains of **Basted Mill**, before crossing **Shipbourne Common**, a Special Landscape Area, and returning from this rich blend of history, landscapes and hidden gems in the heart of Kent. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [KEVIN](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07918 329854 🍽️ **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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NEW: Pathways and Puppy Yoga

NEW: Pathways and Puppy Yoga

Sun, Nov 29, 11:00 AM
From AAA Hiking & Outdoor Adventure
4.9

**DESCRIPTION** Join us for a relaxed social walk along one of London's most scenic riverside routes, finishing with the ultimate reward: Puppy restorative / Yin Yoga! 🐶🧘 We'll start outside Battersea Power Station Underground Station before taking a leisurely stroll through Battersea Park, one of London's most beautiful green spaces. From there, we'll follow the Thames Path, passing historic riverside landmarks, rowing clubs, green spaces and stunning views along the river. This will be a friendly, social-paced walk with plenty of opportunities to chat, take photos and enjoy the riverside scenery. Whether you're coming on your own or with friends, new members are always welcome. **The Main Event: Puppy Yoga!** Our destination is a Puppy Yoga. Puppy Yoga combines a gentle yoga class with puppies roaming freely around the room, providing plenty of opportunities for play, cuddles and puppy interaction while you practise yoga. According to Puppy Yoga London, spending time with puppies can help reduce stress and boost feelings of wellbeing through increased oxytocin and reduced cortisol levels. No yoga experience is required. The focus is very much on having fun, relaxing and enjoying the company of some adorable four-legged friends. **Remember to Bring** Any yoga clothing you'd like to change into before the session A camera if you'd like some puppy photos! **Social media pic of this event previously:** New event **WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO** Distance: 14km Ascent: c.11m Estimated Duration or walk 3-4 hours depending on stops. Difficulty: \*Easy Scenic Thames riverside route Plenty of puppy cuddles Beginner-friendly restorative / Yin yoga session Great opportunity to meet fellow walkers and dog lovers **WHAT TO EXPECT - PREVIOUS DAY HIKE REELS** * [2025 SUNSET Seven Sisters Social hike, Sunset Seaford Swim... Sleep well Sunday.](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DTA7n2QiNro/) * [2026 🌞 Sunset Stonehenge Summer Solstice Hike: Stay, Sleep, and Sunrise Sunday](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaHqS_ZI0Ji/) **PROGRAMME** \- Meeting Point: and brunch before you come and meet at Battersea Power station station: 11:00 15:30 / 16:00 start an hour of Puppy Yoga! **Cost:** £48 per person for hike and Yin Yoga and puppies. **Please note: Clicking 'Attend' on Meetup does not reserve your place.** **Your place is only confirmed once full payment has been received.** **How to book** * Click 'Attend' on this Meetup event. * Make payment using this link **[here](https://monzo.me/colingill/48.00?h=lTIre5&d=261129%20Puppy%20Yoga)**. * Send me a message on Meetup with payment ref to let me know you've paid, so I can mark you as paid and confirm your place. * Once you’ve RSVP’d, check the private comments section of this Meetup event for the invitation link to join the WhatsApp group. This is where we’ll share updates, and answer questions (particularly if I’m temporarily unavailable). I’ll share my live location on the day, return train times, and group photos after the event. **PRICE INCLUDES** * Guided hike, planned and led by experienced AAA hike leader & events organisers who is lowland hike leader qualified, wilderness first aid qualified, and mountain Leader trained. * PayPal fees * Yoga * Puppies **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** Travel Food **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST** * Suitable hiking shoes or boots * Packed lunch and snacks * Water - 2 litres a day * Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!) * Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece * Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino * Weather-appropriate clothing * Any yoga clothing you'd like to change into before the session * A camera if you'd like some puppy photos! **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** Payment is non-refundable. If you find you can no longer attend, you may sell your place to another member of AAA of the same gender, and arrange any money transactions privately. If you want to do this, please inform the Host shown on this page before you start the process. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our[ FAQ page](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page. We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. 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 Hiking Terms and Conditions. They say that pictures speak a thousand words, and so here are pics from this previous day trip on our website (click on this event): [www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes](www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes) [FAQs](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq) \| [Terms and Conditions](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/terms-and-conditions) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaahiking/) \| [Trip Adviser](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Website](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/) © AAA London Group Ltd. Errors and Omissions Excepted

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people through local events and groups, allowing users to join communities based on shared interests, like hiking, and participate in related activities.

You can explore Meetup to find hiking groups organizing events in and around London. Search by location and activity to discover upcoming day hikes.

Yes, many hiking groups welcome beginners and provide easy-paced hikes. Look for groups that offer beginner-friendly events to get started.

Check Meetup regularly, as new local hiking events are posted frequently. Consider joining a group to stay updated on upcoming hikes and outdoor activities.

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