KEN'S GREEN WALKS FOR HEALTH

Get fit after lockdown! Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside.
Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air and improve your overall fitness levels.

Come and join us for a delightful walk along the Celandine Trail and River Pinn from Pinner to Ruislip Manor.

Travel to Pinner (Zone 5) on the London Underground (Metropolitan Line).

Meet up outside Pinner Station at 12.00 noon. Look for Ken with the Meetup/Ken's Event Flag.

The walk finishes at Ruislip Manor Station (Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines).

SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES APPLY. The walk will be adequately spaced out in small groups of twos and threes (no bunching of more than 6 persons permitted); please also ensure that when waiting for the start of the walk that you maintain adequate social distancing (or wear a mask). Please carry a hand sanitiser and no handshaking. This walking event ends on arrival at the Ruislip Manor Station. If you intend to visit a pub after the walk please do so in small self contained groups and maintain the social distancing guidelines as indicated by the venue.

Length of walk 5 km - approx. 2 hours at a steady pace.

RAIN POLICY: What about the weather? Walking events should always be fun - If the weather is very wet, walking in heavy rain is not enjoyable, therefore we may postpone the walk. Light rain or occasional showers is not a problem. Check back on the morning of the event for an update at 10.00am.

Members can bring guests but please note that there is a £5 meetup organiser contribution for each guest attending, and for members who do not hold the Ken's Events membership card payable on the day.

Plan your journey, with TFL's Journey Planner (http://journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk/)

When you arrive at the start look for the 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign.

All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click on 'Pages' button above or click here (http://www.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/pages/KEN%27S_EVENTS_DISCLAIMER/) to view disclaimer.

RISK WARNING:Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, rights of way, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, preferably walking boots and take care as surfaces may be uneven, tree roots may protrude, there may be low overhanging branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion wild,domestic and farm animals may also encountered. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.

As availability of toilets cannot be guaranteed en route, please ensure you arrive in good time in order to use facilities before the start.

Unfortunately no dogs and children (under the age of 18) are permitted on these walks.

More info:
If you enjoy weekday and evening walks, then you should join Ken's Weekday and Evenings Walking Group. Click here for more information. (https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/)

KEN'S EVENTS (http://www.kensevents.co.uk/) also has a Facebook page and Twitter account. See http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events

and http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents/

Get fit after lockdown! Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside.
Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air and improve your overall fitness levels.

Come and join us for a delightful walk through Ruislip Woods and onto the beach (Ruislip Lido/Swimming Lake.)

Travel to Ruislip Manor (Zone 6) on the London Underground (Piccadilly and Metropolitan Lines). Meet up outside Ruislip Manor Railway Station at 2.30pm. Look for Ken with the Meetup/Ken's Event Flag.

The walk finishes at 'The Waters Edge' pub/restaurant at the Ruislip Lido where the socialising can continue before heading back to central London. A short bus ride (bus stop immediately outside 'The Waters Edge' - bus number H13) will take you back to Ruislip and Ruislip Manor Stations. The Waters Edge offers good food including a carvery at a very reasonable price of approx. £7.50.

SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES APPLY. The walk will be adequately spaced out in small groups of twos and threes (no bunching of more than 6 persons permitted); please also ensure that when waiting for the start of the walk that you maintain adequate social distancing (or wear a mask). Please carry a hand sanitiser and no handshaking. This walking event ends on arrival at the Ruislip Lido. If you intend to visit a pub after the walk please do so in small self contained groups and maintain the social distancing guidelines as indicated by the venue.

Length of walk 6 km - approx. 2 hours at a leisurely pace.

Picture of Ruislip Lido Beach By Chris Playll, CC BY-SA 2.0,

RAIN POLICY: What about the weather? Walking events should always be fun - If the weather is very wet, walking in heavy rain is not enjoyable, therefore we may postpone the walk. Light rain or occasional showers is not a problem. Check back on the morning of the event for an update at 10.00am.

Members can bring guests but please note that there is a £5 meetup organiser contribution for each guest attending, and for members who do not hold the Ken's Events membership card payable on the day.

Plan your journey, with TFL's Journey Planner (http://journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk/)

When you arrive at the start look for the 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign.

All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click on 'Pages' button above or click here (http://www.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/pages/KEN%27S_EVENTS_DISCLAIMER/) to view disclaimer.

RISK WARNING:Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, rights of way, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, preferably walking boots and take care as surfaces may be uneven, tree roots may protrude, there may be low overhanging branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion wild,domestic and farm animals may also encountered. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.

As availability of toilets cannot be guaranteed en route, please ensure you arrive in good time in order to use facilities before the start.

Unfortunately no dogs and children (under the age of 18) are permitted on these walks.

More info:
If you enjoy weekday and evening walks, then you should join Ken's Weekday and Evenings Walking Group. Click here for more information. (https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/)

KEN'S EVENTS (http://www.kensevents.co.uk/) also has a Facebook page and Twitter account. See http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events

and http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents/

A canal walk from Kensal Green to Paddington Basin.

This is an 'organised participation event for sport and physical activity', taking place in line with government guidelines to limit the spread of Covid 19.

THIS WILL BE A COVID SECURE WALK - FULL COVID MITIGATION FACTORS APPLY (In these extraordinary times we must take extraordinary measures to keep our walks safe and legal whilst offering members the opportunity to access the physical health and mental health benefits of walking in the green spaces and surrounding countryside of London.)

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY AND WALKING MEMBERS SAFE:
1. At Start Point: The organiser will direct members to socially distance at one of several designated points near the start with a maximum of 6 persons at each point.

2. Route: This is a green/health walk, therefore it will be focused, where possible, on green open spaces and forested areas well away from busy streets and other members of the community.

3. Walk will remain dispersed at all times - which means no gatherings or bunching of more than 6 persons.

4. Walk will be at a good pace and continuous with no stopping in order to maintain dispersal of walkers (This is a health walk and is not suitable for walkers expecting a running commentary).

5. Walk in small groups of 2 or 3, with approx 5 metres between these small groups.

6. Walk can only be attended by registered members who do not have covid symptoms and who have not been in contact - in the last 2 weeks - with someone with symptoms of covid, or someone who tested positive.

7. Do not travel to the start of the walk in groups or use car sharing.

8. Attendees must agree to meet the following requirements.
A: NHS Test and trace requirements - Attendees must message their mobile telephone number to the Organiser within 24 hours of booking.
B: Attendees must follow the directions of the organiser to maintain social distancing at the start and at all times during the walk.

9. Only book a walk if you are sure you can attend! Walks will only be cancelled if there is very heavy rain! In order to reduce the number of 'no shows' which deprives other members from attending; the following rules will apply:
A. Any member who has booked on and who does not attend will be excluded from future walks for the longer of 50 days or for the period of current government imposed covid restrictions.
B. Any member who cancels their RSVP on the day of the walk will be excluded from future walks for the shorter of 25 days, or for the period of government imposed covid 19 restrictions.

START POINT: Outside Kensal Green Station (Bakerloo - Zone 2).
DISTANCE: Approx 3.0 miles.
END POINT: Paddington Station (Zone 1).
STOP OUT POINT: Nearby bus routes during most of the walk.

It is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk.

A £5 meetup organiser's contribution is payable if you do not hold the Ken's Events Card. The walk is free for holders of this card.

All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here (http://www.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/pages/KEN%27S_EVENTS_DISCLAIMER/) to view disclaimer.

OTHER RISKS: In these walks we use; country stiles,pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, paths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Wear good sturdy shoes/walking boots. To avoid insects, thorns, and stinging nettles, bare legs are not recommended. Take care as surfaces may be uneven, there may be low branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion we may encounter wild and farm animals.
If you require insurance for these walks you must arrange this yourself.

No children or dogs please.

Visit BATTERSEA PARK followed by a THAMES PATH WALK to PUTNEY BRIDGE.

This is an 'organised participation event for sport and physical activity', taking place in line with government guidelines to limit the spread of Covid 19.

THIS WILL BE A COVID SECURE WALK - FULL COVID MITIGATION FACTORS APPLY (In these extraordinary times we must take extraordinary measures to keep our walks safe and legal whilst offering members the opportunity to access the physical health and mental health benefits of walking in the green spaces and surrounding countryside of London.)

KEEPING THE COMMUNITY AND WALKING MEMBERS SAFE:
1. At Start Point: The organiser will direct members to socially distance at one of several designated points near the start with a maximum of 6 persons at each point.

2. Route: This is a green/health walk, therefore it will be focused, where possible, on green open spaces and forested areas well away from busy streets and other members of the community.

3. Walk will remain dispersed at all times - which means no gatherings or bunching of more than 6 persons.

4. Walk will be at a good pace and continuous with no stopping in order to maintain dispersal of walkers (NOT SUITABLE for slow walkers or those expecting a running commentary).

5. Walk in small groups of 2 or 3, with approx 5 metres between these small groups.

6. Walk can only be attended by registered members who do not have covid symptoms and who have not been in contact - in the last 2 weeks - with someone with symptoms of covid, or someone who tested positive.

7. Do not travel to the start of the walk in groups or use car sharing.

8. Attendees must agree to meet the following requirements.
A: NHS Test and trace requirements - Attendees must message their mobile telephone number to the Organiser within 24 hours of booking.
B: Attendees must follow the directions of the organiser to maintain social distancing at the start and at all times during the walk.

9. Only book a walk if you are sure you can attend! Walks will only be cancelled if there is very heavy rain! In order to reduce the number of 'no shows' which deprives other members from attending; the following rules will apply:

START POINT: South Kensington Station (District, Piccadilly and Circle Lines - Zone 1).
DISTANCE: Approx 5.5 miles.
END POINT: Putney Bridge near to Putney Bridge and East Putney Stations (Zone 2).
STOP OUT POINT: Nearby bus routes during most of the walk.

It is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk.

A £5 meetup organiser's contribution is payable if you do not hold the Ken's Events Card. The walk is free for holders of this card.

All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here (http://www.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/pages/KEN%27S_EVENTS_DISCLAIMER/) to view disclaimer.

OTHER RISKS: In these walks we use; country stiles,pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, paths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Wear good sturdy shoes/walking boots. To avoid insects, thorns, and stinging nettles, bare legs are not recommended. Take care as surfaces may be uneven, there may be low branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion we may encounter wild and farm animals. If you require insurance for these walks you must arrange this yourself.

No children or dogs please.