🔴⛰️ Hike: Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve (Petersfield Circular)

⛰️ Petersfield Curcular via the Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, a beautiful area which has been called Little Switzerland due to its wooded hills. The name Hanger comes from the Old English Hangra, meaning "wooded hillside". This lovely farmland and woodland trail that takes you along scenic paths where you can take in the views and keep an eye out for wildlife between the trees and in the fields!

🔴 HIKE:
📏 26km (16 miles)
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 800m
💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h

✊ Pace & Purpose: Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are paced walks and hikes (not strolls), so please join us with that active mindset and purpose in mind.

📍 Meet at: Waterloo: Opposite Platform 3
🔄 Start/End: Petersfield Station / [Waterloo]
⌚ Meet from: 9:31, the train departs at 10:03 [arrives 11:40 at Petersfield \ Return train aimed at 6:24pm.]

🚆 Travel & Tickets
All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station.

Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket
We recommend buying on the day. Use a Network Railcard or a GroupSave discount where possible.
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Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)
I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket. To join this:

💳 PayPal Here
Please send via Friends & Family and make sure no fee is charged.
⏳Deadline: [Time/Date].

📱 Confirmation: Message on WhatsApp with your Meetup Name once paid.
ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.
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🚻 Waterloo, on-board train
🎒 Essentials to Bring

• Gear: Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing.
• Food/Water: Packed lunch, snacks, and 1.5–2L of water.
• Tech: Fully charged phone + portable power bank.
• Safety: Emergency whistle + Headtorch (winter).
• Prayer: If you are praying, please ensure you have wudu beforehand. Be ready to join the group promptly to keep us on schedule

📋 Attendance Policy:
When an event has a waiting list, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [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.

🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging

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