What we’re about
Must all meetup groups in London be fully booked or ridiculously expensive?! Not here!!
Explore Britain and the Great British outdoors free of charge by connecting with walkers, hikers and outdoor lovers!
We are different from most outdoor Meetup Groups because
- we are 100% free & community-driven;
- we are a group of friends, not a business;
- we do different activity types and levels;
- anyone may organize a walk/trip. You, too!
How does it work?
- You only pay for your train tickets and accommodation (if necessary)
- If possible we will share ticket costs and discounts (e.g. GroupSave)
Who should join this group?
- Anyone who loves the outdoors:
- All ages and experience levels;
- Check each individual event's details to decide if it's suitable for you.
What are the rules?
Because each event has a different organizer, please read each event's rules carefully, e.g. some trips may have limited places due to safety reasons;
Get ready for unforgettable adventures, forests, ancient castles, prehistoric ruins, valley walks and hills, weekend breaks and day walks - along the English coasts, the mountains of Wales and the Highlands of Scotland - all for free!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- The Hungry Deer Hike (14 miles)Grange Hill station, London
Different deer to past hungry deer hikes but just as hungry, who will be pleased to see you with some food, which can be purchased at a visitor centre.
This walk through vestiges of the Essex Forest, including Edward the Confessor's fave place Havering-atte-Bower where he built a hunting lodge-cum-palace, has more animals in store, including an optional menagerie at Hainault Forest with its park farm. 'Forest' was a place where only the monarch could hunt. Now the tables have turned, and it's the deer who are in charge. At Bedfords Park grab some food for those hungry deer 🦌
Bedfords Park Nature Discovery Centre | Essex Wildlife TrustTravel & Walk Details:
Walk start 10.30 AM from GRANGE HILL tube station (Zone 4). Bring packed lunch. Pub stop for drinks. Walk ends at ROMFORD station (Zone 6). Travelcards & Contactless cover all travelHow to join?
- The walk is entirely free of charge;
- You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
- Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
- Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
What to bring
- Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
- Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
- Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
- Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy
- Spare socks
- Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-)
- Yourself...
- ...and your camera!
- Cash for train ticket
- Cash for pub at the end of the walk?
Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!
IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer.Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave. - Colley Hill (14 miles)London Bridge Station (LBG), London
In the days when Normans were dividing up England among friends and family, the Conqueror's cousin William de Warenne became Earl of Surrey, building as part of an impressive property portfolio, a sturdy castle at Reigate.
When his great-granddaughter Isabel married King Stephen's second son William of Blois in 1148, she might have become Queen, before the Anarchy intervened, passing succession from Stephen to Matilda. Still, after disease did for William away in Toulouse this day in 1159, Isabel married Hamelin, half-brother of Matilda's son, the new King Henry II. Making Hamelin the new Earl of Surrey, and keeping Isabel in the Royal circle.
After a visit with due fealty and liege to the castle, more weddings will be associated with the pretty village of Betchworth, location of opening scenes of Four Weddings & a Funeral. Opposite the church the 17th-C Dolphin offers rest before Colley Hill, 722ft on Reigate Hill, ninth highest point in Surrey and a renowned viewpoint in the Surrey Hills.
You won't want to be late and turn up at Betchworth like Hugh Grant😀
Four Weddings and a Funeral (intro)TRAVEL:
Take the 10 am from London Bridge arrives at REIGATE at 10.54 (change trains at Redhill). Buy an Off peak day return to REIGATE which is £10.50 with a Network card or Groupsave ticket.The organizer will be standing in front of the ticket office in the centre of London Bridge from 9.40 am to act as a focal point for people arranging group tickets. Wearing yellow & blue - De Warenne colours.
WALK DETAILS:
10.55 AM from Reigate rail station. Village and summit stops. Bring a packed lunch. Walk ends at MERSTHAM.How to join?
- The walk is entirely free of charge;
- You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
- Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
- Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
What to bring
- Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
- Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
- Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
- Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy
- Spare socks
- Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-)
- Yourself...
- ...and your camera!
- Cash for train ticket
- Cash for pub at the end of the walk?
Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!
IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-)
By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer.Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
We advise not to buy tickets until the day. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
