🔴🚶🏻 Hike: Midnight Stargazing to Sunrise!🌌➡️🌄

Active Muslims: Midnight Stargazing to Fajar to Sunrise Hike!

Join us for a unique, multi-peak overnight challenge across the finest stretches of the Surrey Hills! Combining elements from four of our most beloved trails into one continuous journey, this is a peaceful, mindful, and reflective night (and day) hike. Moving at a steady, gentle pace rather than a rush, we’ll immerse ourselves in the quiet beauty of the woods under the night sky.

Stargazing at Leith Hill: We set off at midnight along dark forest tracks to reach the highest point in South East England. Here, surrounded by open skies (british weather permitting), we’ll take our first long rest break to gaze up at the stars and take in the tranquility.

Sunrise & Prayer at Holmbury Hill: Continuing along the Greensand Way, we arrive at the ancient Iron Age hillfort of Holmbury Hill just as first light breaks over the horizon. We’ll watch the sunrise (british weather permitting!), pray together, and take a peaceful, restful nap on the hilltop as the world wakes up. Morning Refreshments in Peaslake: Descending the hill, we’ll stop at the famous Peaslake Village Stores (depending on timings/08:00am) for fresh hot coffee, tea, and warm pastries.

The Final Stretch to Guildford: Fully restored, our journey concludes with a picturesque morning hike through Chantry Wood, leading us directly into Guildford and perhaps afternoon tea at this historic town.

This experience requires endurance and mental patience, offering a meaningful chance to challenge yourself, strengthen your mindset and confidence, and grow.

🔴 HIKE:
📏 33km (20.5 miles)*
💓 Av. Pace: 4.4 - 5km/h*
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 880m
🚥 View Walking/Hiking Levels Here
(*16km to Horbbury Hill - slower pace, + 17km to Guildford - normal pace)

⚠️ NOTE: This hike is only open to known/selected attendees that are flexible and have done several of our red hikes at pace (without moaning :). Please initially add yourself to the waitlist.

📍 Meet at: Waterloo Station (opposite platform 3)
⌚ Meet From: 23:00
🚆Departs: 23:23 [arrives 00:14 at Dorking Main]
🚆Return train estimate: 15:00 from Guildford [arrived 15:40 Waterloo]

↪️ Starts: Dorking Station [Waterloo]
↩️ Ends: Guildford Station [return to Waterloo]

🚆 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.

You will need a single from Waterloo to Dorking (on 28th August) and a single from Guildford to Waterloo (on 29th August).
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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:

💳 PayPay Here: TBC (~£17 both, check update by Thursday 20th Aug)
Please send via Friends & Family and make sure no fee is charged.

⏳Deadline: TBC
📱 Confirmation: Message on WhatsApp with your Meetup Name once paid.

ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.
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🚻 IMPORTANT: You must use toilets at Waterloo or train, there are no toilets available (only nature) until we get to Guildford the next day.

🎒 Essentials:

• Gear: Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing. Make sure to bring a warm layer/blanket and maybe even an Inflatable pillow with you.
• Food/Water: Packed dinner, snacks, breakfast snacks, and 2L+ of water.
• Thermos: Ideally bring a thermous with something hot (tea, coffee etc)
• Tech: Fully charged phone + portable power bank.
• Safety: A reliable Headtorch is essential + Emergency whistle
• Prayer: If you are praying, please ensure you also bring enough water for wudu.

📋 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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