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## Guided day hikes & weekend adventures from London
🥾 GO London Hiking – Guided Day Hikes, Countryside Walks & UK Adventures
Join London’s most active and friendly hiking community!
We run guided day hikes, weekend trips & global adventures, all led by qualified, insured hike leaders — no car needed, just take the train from London!
Discover stunning trails in Kent, Sussex, Surrey, the South Downs & beyond.
Perfect for beginners, expats, and outdoor lovers wanting fitness, fun & connection.
Website 🌐 www.golondonhiking.co.uk |
Contact📱 07968 585 224
2–3 guided hikes every weekend, from gentle countryside strolls to challenging hill treks — all easily reached by train from London.
Hiking the South Downs, North Downs, Chiltern Hills, and scenic trails across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire.
Our qualified, insured hike leaders ensure every hike is safe, social, and rewarding — with routes chosen for their beauty, variety, and photo-worthy moments.
We also host UK hiking weekends and international trekking adventures across Europe, Asia, and Africa, bringing together a friendly community of outdoor lovers, expats, and London professionals.
Join us to reconnect with nature, meet new people, and discover trails you’ll never forget!
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Bridges of Time: A social walk from Westminster to Southwark
Westminster Station, Westminster Bridge, London, GB2 attendees from 3 groups### Social Walk Along the Thames
Join us for an atmospheric evening walk tracing London’s story through its bridges — from Westminster to Tower Bridge. We’ll follow the Thames eastward past Parliament, Westminster Bridge, and the Victoria Embankment, discovering tales of rebellion, invention, and empire.
Along the way, see Cleopatra’s Needle, Waterloo Bridge (rebuilt by women during WWII), and cross to the South Bank for Shakespeare’s Globe, the Clink Prison, and the Golden Hinde. Each bridge reveals a chapter of London’s past — from Blackfriars and Southwark Bridge to London Bridge and our grand finale, Tower Bridge, a masterpiece of Victorian engineering and one of London’s most iconic sights.
A relaxed, story-filled evening walk through centuries of London’s riverside life.
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## 📍 Walk Details
Start 11:30: Westminster Underground Station inside next to Gregs 07968585224
End: approx. 13:30 Tower Bridge (nearest stations: London Bridge or Tower Hill)
Distance: 6 km | Duration: ~2 hrs | Difficulty: Easy, flat riverside walking
Leader: Gary – 07968585224
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## ✅ What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and curiosity for London’s hidden riverside history.
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## 📱 Stay Connected
📱 WhatsApp: 07968585224
📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
👥 Meetup: GO London Hiking
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
London evening walk, Thames bridges history tour, Westminster to Tower Bridge walk, London guided walk, South Bank history, walking tour London, Tower Bridge night walk, riverside tour London, GO London Hiking events, historical walk along the Thames2 attendees from this group - £10.00
Escape to Epping and the beautiful fields and forests of Essex
Epping, Station Road, GB## 🥾 GO London Hiking – Epping Forest & High Beach Hike (via Upshire & Copt Hall House)
### 🌄 Overview
Join GO London Hiking for a stunning countryside adventure starting right at the end of the Central Line in the pretty town of Epping.
Within minutes of leaving the station, we’ll be walking through rolling Essex countryside, passing open fields, ancient woodland, and royal hunting grounds once enjoyed by Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I.
This route combines peaceful forest trails, sweeping views, and a touch of Tudor history – a perfect day out for anyone looking to stretch their legs and explore one of London’s most accessible green escapes.
This circular route through Epping Forest showcases one of England’s oldest royal forests, officially designated for hunting in the 12th century and still protected today.
Along the way we pass the impressive Copt Hall House, a fine example of Georgian architecture built on land once gifted by Queen Elizabeth I. Although gutted by fire in 1917, restoration work continues, making it a fascinating landmark of local heritage.
We’ll also visit High Beach, one of the highest points in the forest, where clear days offer panoramic views across the Lea Valley towards Central London. This spot is perfect for lunch or a coffee break at the visitor centre café.
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### 🕓 Schedule & Meeting Info
Meeting Time: 10:00 Epping Underground Station (outside main entrance)
Trains: Central Line – frequent trains from Central London to Epping (Zone 6)
Tickets: Return on the Underground (use Contactless, Travelcard, or Oyster)
Hike Start: 10:10 Epping Underground Station (outside main entrance)
Hike Finish: Around 16:30 at Loughton Underground Station (Central Line)
Return Trains: Every few minutes back to Central London
Hike Leader: Gary 07968585224
🚆 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day.
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### 🎒 What to Bring
✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
✅ Waterproof jacket & layers for changing weather
✅ Packed lunch, snacks & water
✅ Train ticket / Contactless / Travelcard
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### 📏 Grade & Distance
Grade: Beginner / Intermediate
Distance: 14 km / 9 miles
Ascent: 148 metres
Terrain: Mostly good forest paths and gentle hills
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### 💬 About GO London Hiking
We’re one of London’s most active and welcoming hiking groups — connecting over 40,000 outdoor enthusiasts for adventures across the UK and beyond.
All hikes are led by qualified and insured leaders passionate about nature, wellbeing, and community. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned hiker, you’ll feel right at home.
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### 💚 Stay Connected
📱 WhatsApp: 07968585224
📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
👥 Meetup: GO London Hiking
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
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