
What we’re about
السلام عليكم / Greetings!
About Us:
This group is for people who want to get active, love to be active, love the outdoors & love nature. Whether through hiking, biking, walking, kayaking, or simply volunteering, sharing and caring. A group to resonate with like-minded people, to enjoy activities together, share positive and enlightening experiences, make meaningful connections and create great memories. Making such activities consistent and a habit to foster your sense of overall well-being and enable you to feel resilient and powerful.
This group is open to all, including non-Muslims, we simply ask that you are considerate and respect the traditions, values and culture of the group and each other.
“Your body has a right over you” - regular activities are an investment in your mind, body, and soul.
📺 Intro video
🎦 Why it matters
Why We Are Passionate About Our Approach
“It is often the case, that one is likely to have a more meaningful conversation, whilst walking beside someone, looking forward, then facing each other in a coffee shop, trying to make small talk.”
Our aim is to focus on getting more people active (particularly from within the Muslim communities), through outdoor activities such as walking, hiking and other fun events that usually involve some movement! We try to share events with many facets, from facilitating quality connections between people by limiting numbers, to making an extra effort to incorporate as many elements and points of interest as we can.
Why do we limit numbers (even for outdoor events)
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We genuinely wish to provide a pleasant experience to each individual that attends our events and we believe that smaller groups achieve this in a better way. In our experience, a group under 30 works best (e.g., for walking, hiking).
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A smaller group for a 4-hour hike for example, allows participants to have enough time to properly talk to each other (if they wish) – this often results in making even stronger connections for any social get-together after the event. However, our focus remains the main activity, so that it does not become just another mingling event (where the activity becomes the excuse). Remember, it is easier to move on to the next person on a walk, than sitting face-to-face at a dinner table ;)
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There are often first timers or newcomers that have had to build up the confidence to attend, it can be overwhelming with larger groups for some people - we wish to make it an easier, comfortable and a welcoming experience for them to join us.
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We limit numbers, but we also repeat events frequently (walks/hikes in particular), this allows further opportunities to attend the same activity and/or meet different people.
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It can often be for safety and consideration to other pedestrians (particularly for walks with narrow paths/busy areas).
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Larger groups also tend to be slower, spread out further, take longer for toilet breaks and this can somewhat disrupt the flow of an activity.
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RSVPs matter! No-shows or late removals can hinder others from attending. Those who consistently RSVP but fail to show or continually remove themselves very late, may prevent more reliable attendees from participating - If an event is full with a waitlist, we will try and give priority to new and reliable attendees.
We are therefore trying to do our tiny bit, to instil and encourage everyone to be more mindful, considerate, consistent and reliable towards others.
“Time is always beyond its value. Your time is your life. That is why the greatest gift you can give someone, is your time*.”*
(والله أعلم)
Active Muslims 🟢🟡🔴
https://www.meetup.com/active-muslims
Upcoming events
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🟡🚶♂️ Walk: Windsor Great Park via The Long Walk & Virginia Water
London Waterloo station, London Waterloo station, London, SE1 8SW, GB🏞️ Join us for a walk from Windsor Castle, which was the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II (the largest and oldest occupied, working castle in the world) via The Long Walk for the stunning views from Snow Hill, then on to Virginia Water, an area steeped in a rich history that spans centuries - from ancient monuments, to cascading waterfalls and stunning vistas.
🟡 Hike
📏 25km / (15.5 miles)
💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/hour
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 228m
🚥 View Walking/Hiking Levels Here[Note: The Long Walk itself is 4.2km each way.]
✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk/hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose.
📍 Meeting Point: Waterloo Station (opposite platform 3) - you can also meet us at Windsor & Eton Riverside Station (check near the time for our arrival).
⌚Meet from 9:11am. Our trains departs at 9:33am [arrives 10:29am at Windsor, retrun time is dependent on pace/breaks, aiming to catch 5:51pm or 6:21pm]
🔄 Circular: Starts/End: Windsor & Eton Riverside Station.
🎟️ It is best to purchase your own ticket on the day, purchase an open retrun ideally with a Network Rail card or with a group discount.
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🎟️ If you would like me to help purchase your group ticket (3+ must travel together). On the condition you aim to arrive before the platform is announced.
💳 TBC[Send as friend & family - make sure no fee is charged]
Deadline: Friday 9:01pmConfirm via below once you've made the payment with your Meetup Name: 📱 My WhatsApp.
ℹ️ I cannot issue refunds once I've purchased your ticketW
[may include online booking fee]
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🤲 Donation: All of our walks & hikes are free; however, you can donate below if you wish and ALL of the proceeds will go towards supporting the humanitarian relief in Palestine & Lebanon Insha’Allah.
💳PayPal: Donate: £2🚻 Toilets: At Station and on route to Virginia Water.
☕ There are a couple of cafés along the longer route (if open).
🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, please have/keep wudu (make it within other breaks) and be prepared to join at short notice.
🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, packed lunch, water bottle & snacks to keep you going.
👕 Advisable to have layers.
🥾 Hiking boots recommended.
🧦 Hiking socks/double socks advised (reduces chance of blisters)🗂️ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.
📊 [why it matters]⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.
🌐 @Active.Muslims
(Follow for latest events updates)
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🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging41 attendees
🟢🚶🏾♂️Walk: River Wandle Trail & Local Parks
Colliers Wood, London, GB🏞️ A walk to discover nature through the urban jungle. Covering part of the River Wandle trail & Beddington Park
🟢 WALK:
📏 13km (8 miles)
💓 5km/h
🚥 View Walking/Hiking Levels Here📍 Meeting point: Outside Colliers Wood Underground Station
⌚ Meet from 9:45am, we aim to start our walk at 10:01am insha'Allah.✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk/hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose.
↪️ Starts: Colliers Wood Stations (Northern Line)
↩️ Ends: Beddington Lane Tram Stop (frequent trams to Wimbledon Station)🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, water bottle & snacks. No lunch/prayer breaks as it's not a long walk.
🥾 Appropriate footwear, there are off-paved area.🗂️ When there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.
📊 [why it matters]⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.
🌐 @Active.Muslims
(Follow for latest events updates)🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
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⚫ Very Challenging🏞️ The River Wandle has a long history with communities, dating back to the Roman era. Throughout the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries it became heavily industrialised, supporting the manufacture of textiles, paper and tobacco, with as many as 68 mills along its length.
12 attendees
🟡🚶Hike: Rickmadsworth Canal & Lakes 📷 Seeking the Golden Hour 🌅
Marylebone Rail Station (inside by ticket machines) Melcombe Pl,, london, NW1 6JJ, GB🌇 Seeking the Golden Hour at: Rickmandsworth, Grand Union Canal, Lakes, River Colne, Countryside, Nature reserves & part of Hillingdon trail.
* Please note: This walk will only proceed if the forecast promises a clear day and a strong chance of sunset. If conditions aren’t suitable, we’ll switch to our substitute walk instead.
✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk/hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose.
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📏20km (12.4 miles)
💓 Av. Pace: 5km/h
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 143m
🚥 View Walking/Hiking Levels Here[may be cut slightly short depending on sunset]/viewing
📍 London Marylebon Rail Station / Opposite train sign board.
⌚Meet from 12:05pm, take the 12:27am train [arrives 12:50pm]
🔄 Starts/Ends: / Rickmansworth Station (Metropolitan line or Chilterns Rail).
We may to the Metropolitan Line back to Baker Street Station if it's quicker/earlier.
🎟️ Rickmansworth Station is Oyster Card / Contactless friendly.
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closed Sunday)
🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, please have/keep wudu (make it within other breaks) and be prepared to join at short notice. We will be stopping for Zuhr/Asr & Magrib prayers.
🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, water bottle & snacks to keep you going.
👕 Advisable to have layers.
🥾 Hiking boots recommended.
🧦 Hiking socks/double socks advised (reduces chance of blisters)
🔦 Headlight🤲 Donation: All of our walks & hikes are free; however, you can donate below if you wish and ALL of the proceeds will go towards supporting the humanitarian relief in Palestine & Lebanon Insha’Allah.
💳PayPal: Donate: £2🗂️ When there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.
📊 [why it matters]⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.
🌐 @Active.Muslims
(Follow for latest events updates)🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging14 attendees
🟠🚶Hike: Coulsdon via Banstead Wood & Happy Valley 🍂🍁
Victoria Station, Victoria St, Victoria, London SW1E 5ND, UK, London, GB🏞️ Sweeping panoramic views, hills & valleys, woodland trails, rolling fields, farms and all within 30 minutes from Cental London!
🟠 HIKE:
📏 19km (11.8 miles)
💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 480m✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk/hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose.
📍 London Victoria (Opposite platform 12)
⌚Meet from 8:45am, our train departs the 9:08am [Arrives 9:35am at Coulddon Town. Aim for return train 4:19pm]
🔄 Starts/Ends: Coulsdon Town Station
🎟️ Coulsdon Town Station is on Oyster / Contactless friendly.
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🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, please have/keep wudu (make it within other breaks) and be prepared to join at short notice.
🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/boots, water bottle, packed lunch & snacks to keep you going!
👕 Advisable to have layers, you will get hot when hiking and cold when not - ability to put layeres on/off may keep you more comfortable.
🥾 Hiking boots are recommended, it is likely to be muddy/slippy in areas.
🧦 Hiking socks/double socks advised (reduces chance of blisters)🗂️ When there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.
📊 [why it matters]⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.
🌐 @Active.Muslims
(Follow for latest events updates)
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🤲 Donation: All of our walks & hikes are free; however, you can donate below if you wish and ALL of the proceeds will go towards supporting the humanitarian relief in Palestine & Lebanon Insha’Allah.
💳PayPal: Donate: £2🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging1 attendee
Past events
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