π’πΆββοΈ Day Trip & Hike:Winchester (The Original/Ancient Capital of England). π°
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βͺ A beautifuly day trip to the original and ancient capital of England, with scenic walks to surrounding areas and ruins of Wolvesey Castle + Hike to St Catherine's Hill. We will have lunch/picnic at St Giles Hill viewpoint after sightseeing and then head off for our short hike.
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πHike: 7.4km (4.6 miles )*
ποΈ 150m
[Hike: Total walking: ~12km. The small St Catherine's Hill needs a little effort, up/down and can be slippy in areas]
β Reminder: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, this includes a paced hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset.
π Waterloo Station, opposite platform3.
β Meet from 9:21am inside Waterloo Station (opposite platform 3). We catch the 9:53am train [arrives at 11:07am at Winchester | Flexible, aiming for 5:48pm or 5:53pm train]
ποΈ You are welcome to purchase your own ticket on the day. It is best to purchase with a Network Rail card or with a group discount (3+ must travel together). Purchasing on the day is recommended in case the event has to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
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ποΈ Only if you would like me to purchase your group train ticket (3+ must travel together)
π³ TBC (by Friday 8th Aug)
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βDeadline: Saturday 9th Aug. 9:01pm
βΉοΈ I cannot issue refunds once I've purchased your ticket. May include online booking fee
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π» Available near the Cathedral / High Street.
π What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, water bottle, snacks/packed lunch (you can also purchase food there).
π§ We will take a break in one of the parks to pray.
βοΈ 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.
ποΈ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist/not going to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.
π [why it matters]
π€² 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 InshaβAllah.
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π¦ Walk/Hike Levels:
π’ Easy
π‘ Average
π Moderate
π΄ Challenging
β« Very Challenging
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π Winchester was the ancient capital of England. In 871 AD Alfred was crowned King of Wessex and established Winchester as his capital. It then remained the capital and the most important city in England until the 11th century and the arrival of William the Conqueror.
β’ Winchester Cathedral is one of the largest in Europe, with the greatest length and longest nave.
β’ Jane Austen, one of Englandβs greatest novelists, is also buried at the Cathedral in 1817 (aged 41 )
β’ Ruins of Wolvesey Castle: palace of the Bishops of Winchester was built between 1130 - 71.
β’ The Great Hall of Winchester Castle is the legendary place of the round table and where King Arthur and his Knights congregated - a replica table from the 13th century still hangs there. The Great Hall is all that remains of the medieval castle originally constructed for William the Conqueror in 1067.
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π’πΆββοΈ Day Trip & Hike:Winchester (The Original/Ancient Capital of England). π°