What we’re about
Curious Kat’s Adventure Club is a community of interesting and curious people who would like to explore London, England, and well, let’s think big - the world in general. :) If you would like to live your life to the fullest, have fun, make new friends and meet like-minded people this is the place for you.
I would love to build up a community through which we can not only share our ideas and put them in practice but through which we can also develop our full potential, network and achieve our goals and dreams. :)
How will we do it? Step by step. We will get to know each other on various adventures. Whether it's the great outdoors (hiking, walking, cycling, sightseeing, visiting places, camping, day trips, trips abroad, holidays) or unusual indoors where we can do a bit of social networking (ice bar, jazz venues, hidden gems that only few know about), dining (whether it’s fine dining or just off beaten track restaurant adventure) or something from the cultural menu which is so rich in London (theatres, galleries, cinemas) - all the ideas are welcome. I’m up for adventure and will try everything once. And I would most welcome your suggestions – if you come across something in line with the spirit of this group, please email me!
The best thing about the community is that there is space for everyone as each one of you has unique ideas and all the ideas are welcome. I truly believe that everyone has something valuable they can bring to the table and everyone has some hidden talents that might need to be unlocked.
What sort of events can you expect to find here? We have some hiking trips coming up – we love travelling, hiking and exploring countryside, whether it is around London or further afield. There are some weekend breaks on the horizon, travel UK and abroad, once again they will be filled with adventure – hiking, walking, kayaking… I will look into organizing some city breaks as well – Europe is just one hour away! And finally the World – we will go on longer holidays as well. I will look into community projects in Africa or India or other active ways of exploring other continents.
How else will we help each other? We have a message board through which we can share ideas, unusual finds, jobs, freebies, skills and anything that others can find useful. I would love to create a support network through which we can not only make new friends but also exchange skills and services. If you don’t wish to receive emails about this however, you can update your settings and opt out from the message board emails. I know that once you are getting too many of them they just end up annoying you! ;p
If you like the idea, please join and please tell your friends: katsadventures.com
Please note, due to UK legislation all the events are for adults only as we don't have the necessary checks and qualifications and all the other paperwork (and there is a multitude of them) needed to work with children.
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TURKEYS, TOADS & RESURRECTIONS: THE COOKHAM HIKE
Cookham Station, SL6 9BR,, Cookham, GBCOOKHAM TO TAPLOW VIA COOKHAM DEAN AND WINTER HILL FIGURE OF 9 WALK
Join us for a delightful walk through idyllic English countryside encompassing former homes of famous biblical artist Sir Stanley Spencer and Wind in The Willows author Kenneth Grahame, a free range turkey farm, striking views across multiple counties, picture postcard villages, scenic riverside views, impressive views of Cliveden House ground’s beechwood views and cross an historic lock onto a small island that was once a flour mill site and now a pleasant public park.
START: COOKHAM STATION
END: TAPLOW STATION
STATS
10 miles (16-17 km)
Terrain: Mostly flat, with one short ascent close to the start and later descent down to river, whereinafter it is a flat walk all the way to Taplow
Pace: Brisk (But not a fast paced walk)
Duration: Approximately 4 and a half hours
HIGHLIGHTS
We pass by the house where the early 20th Century artist and
Cookham native, Sir Stanley Spencer, lived and worked.
Cross Cookham Dean, the ‘highest point of all the Cookhams’ (including Rise and Village)Pass by a large free range turkey farm where there is often the presence of alpacas to protect the turkeys
Marvel at stunning panoramic views featuring the picturesque riverside town of Marlow from Bisham Woods as well as the land where the building of Marlow Film Studios are proposed
Enjoy some more panoramic views from Winter Hill and walk above the hill wood which is said to be the inspiration for Wind in The Willows, as author Kenneth Grahame was raised in the local area. We may even spot toads, badgers, rats and moles!
Attractive stretch of Thames Path including Bourne End Marina, views of the beech woods of the Cliveden Estate (NB house is not visible from Thames), Boulters Lock which was a popular Victorian leisure destination and Ray Mill Island, formerly the site of a flour mill, where we come off the Thames Path and head to the charming village of Taplow where the walk ends with a well deserved drink at The Oak and Saw Pub
Walk leader: Dan (07742 640677)
Bring a packed lunch and water
Start from : Cookham Station (by the dark green Cookham Society Poster Drum outside Cookham Station, opposite Cookham Social Club and Budgens Countrystore). There is a Costa Coffee nearby on the corner of Lower Road and High Road – other side of level crossing and car park – if you arrive early.
End: Taplow Station (Please note this is approximately a 15-20 minute walk from The Oak and Saw Pub, where the main walk ends and unlike Cookham, is on the mainline so you can catch a direct train to London Paddington from here)
CAR
If you come by car, please either park at Cookham Station and return by train via Taplow and Maidenhead or park at Taplow Station and do the train journey before the walk. To reach Cookham from Taplow, take the Elizabeth Line one stop to Maidenhead, from where you can catch a Great Western Service (destination Marlow) 2 stops to Cookham.
TRAIN
Train from Paddington station via Maidenhead. Check using www.trainline.com
PARKING
If you come by car, please either park at Cookham Station and return by train via Taplow and Maidenhead or park at Taplow Station and do the train journey before the walk. To reach Cookham from Taplow, take the Elizabeth Line one stop to Maidenhead, from where you can catch a Great Western Service (destination Marlow) 2 stops to Cookham.
However, it is recommended to come by train if possible so that you don’t have to worry about car parking logistics on a non-circular walk.
TOILETS
You may be able to use the toilets at Costa Coffee or Daisy Love Cookham Café if you buy something but it is recommended to go en-route. The next toilets are not until towards the end of the walk
Walk fee: £8
Payable to:
Kats Adventures Limited
40 09 25
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ref: Name / HenleyWalk leader: Dan (07742 640677)
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