What we’re about
This is a group for anyone interested in meeting like-minded people and socialising by participating in hiking adventures. All skill levels are welcome. We started this group to help people get connected, travel together and explore amazing natural wonders. We look forward to showing you best Britain's hidden gems!
All trips are led by qualified and knowledgeable Lowland and Mountain Leaders. Transport and accommodation (on trips with an overnight stay) are provided, so all you have to do is show up and enjoy!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 🐚 (Bank Holiday) Hiking the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage SiteNovotel London West, London£68.00
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Join us for a very special trip as we head to Dorset to discover the dramatic and famous Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage coastline! Stretching 95 miles between Old Harry Rocks and Orcombe Point, the Jurassic Coast – England’s first Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site – is the most geologically diverse coastline in the world. The exposed cliff sections allow us to look back across 185 million years; dinosaur remains have been found here, and it’s a fossil-hunter’s paradise.
On this magnificent coastal hike, we'll visit the iconic natural limestone arch of Durdle Door and the famous scallop-shaped Lulworth Cove with its white pebble beach and crystal clear waters. On our way, we'll see many lovely bays and beaches and enjoy excellent views of the Isle of Portland, which was host of the sailing events of the 2012 Olympics. Most of the route follows the cliff-top trail, with stunning panoramic views of sweeping bays, folded cliffs and the sea. This is a strenuous hike, with 400 metres of ascent and some stiff climbs, but all of your efforts will be well rewarded by the jaw-dropping beauty around you!
This hike is suitable for fit BEGINNERS – a great way to experience hiking before joining our more difficult trips! 🤩
DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY
Distance: 7 miles (11km).
Ascent: 400m.
Difficulty: Moderate.ITINERARY
07:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station); 08:00 sharp departure; 11:15-16:00 hike along the Jurassic Coast from Osmington Mills to Lulworth Cove via Durdle Door; 16:00-16:45 refreshments in Lulworth village; 16:45 departure; 20:00 London, Hammersmith.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
SAFETY
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader.
BOOKING
Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Jurassic):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event. Please allow up to 48 hours for the payment to arrive.
THE PRICE OF £68 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional CPC/PSV minibus driver
- Professional event organisation
- Guiding by an experienced Mountain Leader
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM our admin (one of the hosts of the event) via Meetup, or leave a comment on the event page or the event chat. If you have any difficulties locating the starting point, please call Anna on 07596844467. Please DO NOT contact our hike leaders during the week on the phone numbers provided.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
- Gloves/hat/cap
- Water (min 1L)
- Packed lunch
- Walking poles (optional)
- Gaiters (optional)
REVIEWS ⭐
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REFUND POLICY
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- 🏖️ (Bank Holiday) Hiking Cornwall – Land's End, Golden Beaches & Ice Cream FarmNovotel London West, London£378.00
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On this trip, we're going to stay at Kilbirnie Hotel, a stone's throw from Newquay's famous beaches! The hotel has indoor and outdoor pools and a sauna – a perfect way to relax in the evening!
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Nestling amongst rolling hills and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cornwall attracts people from all over the world with its miles of golden sands, clear waters, spectacular cliff walks and famous surf. Come and discover some hidden gems of its wonderful coastal walks with us on this exciting three-day Easter bank holiday trip to the Atlantic coast of North Cornwall!
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Atlantic coast of North Cornwall
- Spectacular rock stacks at Bedruthan Steps
- Porthcurno Beach, regularly voted the top beach in the UK
- Land's End – the most westerly point of mainland England and one of Cornwall's most famous landmarks
- Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm – a real, working, organic Cornish Dairy farm, which makes one of Cornwall's most delicious and famous ice cream 🍦
- Superb Lusty Glaze, Great Western and Tolcarne sandy beaches – all within a 5-10 minute walk from our hotel in Newquay
- Lizard Point – the most southerly point in Britain
- Spectacular views of the majestic St Michael's Mount. This tidal island can be reached by an ancient, cobbled causeway, which only opens at low tide and is covered by the sea at high tide
- Wonderful cliff-top views of Mullion Island
- The rocky stacks and arches, white sand and turquoise sea at the exceptionally beautiful Kynance Cove
- Dramatic cliff scenery and rocky coves with interesting names
- Cornwall's best local and traditional delicacies: fresh seafood 🦞, Cornish pasties 🥐, cream tea 🥧, Cornish ice cream 🍦, etc.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Saturday:
06:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station); 07:00 sharp departure; 12:00-12:30 stop at services for lunch; 13:00-18:30 hike from Porthcothan Beach to Porth Beach (difficulty: Moderate, distance: 14km, ascent: 450m); 18:30 check-in at the Kilbirnie Hotel in Newquay; 18:30 free time for dinner, swimming in hotel's pools and exploring Newquay's sandy beaches;
Day 2 – Sunday:
08:00 breakfast; 08:45 departure; 09:45-14:00 hike from Mullion Cove to Lizard Point via Kynance Cove (difficulty: Easy, distance: 11km, ascent: 270m); 14:00-15:00 lunch in Lizard village; 15:30-16:15 stop at Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm, one of Cornwall's best known ice cream makers; 17:30 back to our hotel, free time in Newquay;
Day 3 – Monday:
08:00 breakfast; 08:45 departure; 10:15-13:15 hike from Land's End to Porthcurno Beach (difficulty: Easy, distance: 9km, ascent: 220m); 13:45-15:10 lunch in Marazion, next to the iconic Cornish landmark of St Michael’s Mount, free time to cross the tidal causeway; 15:15 departure; 21:45 London, Hammersmith.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
LUGGAGE
You can bring two small bags with you: one cabin size personal item bag (up to 10kg) and one smaller hiking backpack to fit under the seat. During the hike, you can leave your luggage in the minibus.
BOOKING
Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Cornwall):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event.
THE PRICE OF £378 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional CPC/PSV minibus driver
- Professional event organisation
- Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced Lowland Leader
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Two nights' accommodation at a hotel in shared twin rooms (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender)
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
- Food
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM our admin (one of the hosts of the event) via Meetup, or leave a comment on the event page or the event chat. If you have any difficulties locating the starting point, please call Tat on 07472652240. Please DO NOT contact our hike leaders during the week on the phone numbers provided.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
- Gloves/hat/cap
- Water bottle (min 1L)
- Head torch
- Nuts and energy snacks to last you during the trip
- Walking poles (optional)
- Gaiters (optional)
REVIEWS ⭐
We have hosted over 400 events on Meetup, you have left us a huge number of positive reviews! We’re very proud to have achieved 4.8 out of 5 average event rating (screenshot with review summary). At the moment, reviews on Meetup are only visible to organisers. Please keep sharing your feedback to help us make trips even better!
JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!
Facebook group link and Instagram
REFUND POLICY
You can check our refund policy here.
- 🏰 (Beginners) Hiking Corfe Castle, Studland Bay & Old Harry RocksNovotel London West, London£68.00
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Come and join us on a hike to Corfe Castle – one of England's most majestic ruins! The first stone of Corfe Castle was laid more than 1,000 years ago and since then it has been at the centre of battles, plots and mysteries. It has been a treasury, military garrison, royal residence and family home. On this one-day hike, we'll discover this iconic medieval skyscraper standing 21 metres tall, on the top of a 55-metre-high hill. Corfe Castle dominates the skyline of the Purbecks for miles around and the views are simply breathtaking.
Our route will follow the Purbeck Way, taking in England’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Jurassic Coast. Throughout the walk, we'll enjoy awe-inspiring panoramic views of the Purbeck Hills and the Dorset coast.
This hike is suitable for BEGINNERS – a great way to experience hiking before joining our more difficult trips! 🤩
HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
- The golden sands of Studland Bay and Knoll Beach – one of the most prominent nudist beaches in the UK
- One of the most famous landmarks on the South Coast – chalk formations, known as Old Harry Rocks. According to legend, the 65 million-year-old chalk outcrops were named Old Harry as a euphemism for the devil, who allegedly used to nap on the rocks. Another story tells of the pirate and smuggler, Harry Paye, who attacked many merchant ships as they left Poole Harbour, storing his spoils nearby.
- Wonderful panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Coastline, the seaside towns of Poole and Swanage, and the Isle of Wight
- Ruins of the thousand-year-old Corfe Castle
DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY
Distance: 9 miles (14km).
Ascent: 350m.
Difficulty: Easy.ITINERARY
07:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station); 08:00 sharp departure; 11:00-16:00 hike from Studland Bay to Corfe Castle, past Old Harry Rocks; 16:00-17:00 drinks and refreshments in the picturesque village of Corfe Castle, free time to visit Corfe Castle (free for National Trust members); 17:00 departure; 20:00 London, Hammersmith.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
SAFETY
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified Mountain Leader.
BOOKING
Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Corfe Castle):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event. Please allow up to 48 hours for the payment to arrive.
THE PRICE OF £68 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional CPC/PSV minibus driver
- Professional event organisation
- Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced Mountain Leader
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM our admin (one of the hosts of the event) via Meetup, or leave a comment on the event page or the event chat. If you have any difficulties locating the starting point, please call Anna on 07596844467. Please DO NOT contact our hike leaders during the week on the phone numbers provided.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
- Gloves/hat/cap
- Packed lunch
- Water (min 1L)
- Walking poles (optional)
- Gaiters (optional)
REVIEWS ⭐
We have hosted over 400 events on Meetup, you have left us a huge number of positive reviews! We’re very proud to have achieved 4.8 out of 5 average event rating (screenshot with review summary). At the moment, reviews on Meetup are only visible to organisers. Please keep sharing your feedback to help us make trips even better!
JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!
Facebook group link and Instagram
REFUND POLICY
You can check our refund policy here.
- ⛰️ The Malvern Hills Ridge End-To-End TraverseNovotel London West, London£68.00
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Ready to embark on an epic and challenging ‘miniature mountain range’ adventure? Then join us on a day hike to the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty! We'll walk south to north, taking in all the main summits of the Malvern Ridge. This is a difficult hike with lots of ascents and descents. However, all our efforts will be well-rewarded by the dramatic scenery!
Rising abruptly from the flat lands of the Vale of Severn in the east and from the rolling hills of Herefordshire in the west, the Malvern Hills reach 425 metres at their highest point, Worcestershire Beacon. The spectacular landscapes and a wealth of ecological, historical and geological gems make them a unique destination. Did you know that at about 700 million years old, the rocks that form the Malvern Hills are some of the oldest in the UK?
The lofty hill range of the Malvern has attracted local tribes since prehistoric times. The summits offered good vantage points and were ideal for defence in troubled times. We'll pass the impressive ramparts of the Iron Age hill forts of British Camp and Midsummer Hill, thought to be over 2,000 years old. We'll also visit the famous man-made Hermit's Cave (also known as Clutter's Cave), cut out of the ancient rock at some unknown date.
Our hike will finish at Great Malvern, which was a popular spa town retreat for both the Georgians and the Victorians. For centuries, the Malvern Hills have been well-known for their health-giving spring waters. Many famous people came to Malvern to ‘take the cure’, including Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens.
DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY
Distance: 9 miles (15km).
Ascent: 650m.
Difficulty: Moderate.ITINERARY
07:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station); 08:00 sharp departure; 11:00-17:00 the Malvern Hills end-to-end walk, past the summits of Herefordshire Beacon (338m) and Worcestershire Beacon (425m); 17:00-17:30 drinks and refreshments in the spa town of Great Malvern; 17:30 departure; 20:30 London, Hammersmith.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
FOOD
We'll stop for a snack lunch halfway through the hike. Please bring a packed lunch with you.
SAFETY
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader.
BOOKING
Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Malvern):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the attendees list of the event. Please allow up to 48 hours for the payment to arrive.
THE PRICE OF £68 INCLUDES
- Transport throughout the trip
- Experienced, professional CPC/PSV minibus driver
- Professional event organisation
- Guiding by an experienced Mountain Leader
- Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
- Admin fee
- 20% VAT
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM our admin (one of the hosts of the event) via Meetup, or leave a comment on the event page or the event chat. If you have any difficulties locating the starting point, please call Anna on 07596844467. Please DO NOT contact our hike leaders during the week on the phone numbers provided.
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
- Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
- Gloves/hat/cap
- Packed lunch
- Water (min 1L)
- Walking poles (optional)
- Gaiters (optional)
REVIEWS ⭐
We have hosted over 400 events on Meetup, you have left us a huge number of positive reviews! We’re very proud to have achieved 4.8 out of 5 average event rating (screenshot with review summary). At the moment, reviews on Meetup are only visible to organisers. Please keep sharing your feedback to help us make trips even better!
JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!
Facebook group link and Instagram
REFUND POLICY
You can check our refund policy here.