About us
The Gateway is entering a new chapter.
After the previous organiser stepped down, I unexpectedly (and somewhat accidentally!) became the new organiser, and with that comes a fresh vision and a new name for the group.
While The Gateway previously focused on meditation, lucid dreaming, and creative workshops, the group is now evolving into Gateway Explorers - a space centred around exploration in all its forms. From scenic walks and countryside escapes as well as discovering hidden corners of London, unique venues and creative, themed outings.
Expect a mix of nature and city adventures: countryside routes, beautiful viewpoints, and relaxed day trips, alongside experiences like dining in themed spaces, quirky bars, and creative social gatherings.
At its heart, this group is about stepping out of the everyday - whether that’s through nature, new places, or shared experiences in inspiring settings.
Everyone is welcome - whether you’re new to Meetup or simply looking for something a little different. I look forward to meeting you soon.
Hara 🙂
Upcoming events
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Books for Cooks - lunch inside a bookshop!
Books for Cooks, 4 Blenheim Crescent, Kensington, GB👩‍🍳 Good food, great cookbooks, and even better company.
This meetup takes us to Books for Cooks, a charming Notting Hill spot where a cookbook shop meets a working kitchen. We’ll browse shelves filled with inspiring food books, then enjoy freshly made dishes prepared from the very recipes around us.
You can find more information on the bookshop’s website here.
Lunch costs around £10 and is served strictly at 12.It’s a relaxed, sociable setting - perfect for chatting, sharing a meal, and connecting with fellow food and culture lovers over something a little different.
đź“• How the meetup will flow
We’ll start by gathering outside Books for Cooks at 11am and we’ll wait 10-15mins for everyone to arrive. We will then go inside and have a relaxed browse through the shelves - a great way to break the ice and discover new favourites.
After that, we’ll move to the café area to enjoy one of their freshly prepared dishes, all cooked from book recipes in-store.
We’ll keep things easy-going, with plenty of time to chat, share recommendations, and connect over good food and books before wrapping up.
🍽️Who this is for
This meetup is ideal for anyone who enjoys good food, great conversation, and discovering unique places. Whether you’re a keen home cook, a casual foodie, or just looking to meet like-minded people in a relaxed setting, you’ll feel right at home.
Come solo or with a friend - it’s all about easy conversation and shared experience.
Important to note
- They don’t accommodate dietary requirements.
- Lunch is served strictly at 12pm and costs around ÂŁ10.
- There is no option to choose meals except for dessert.
- We can’t book and we’ll need to queue outside.
- We may not find space in the cafe in which case we’ll go elsewhere.
- This is perfect for you if you love an adventure. Avoid if you get annoyed with queues or might get disappointed if we don’t find a table.
6 attendees
Kyotographie at Japan House then dinner/drinks
Kensington High Street Station, Kensington High Street, W8 5SA, London, GBA journey through memory, identity, and the power of photography.
🏯 This Saturday we’re heading to Japan House London to explore a fascinating exhibition featuring two of Japan’s most celebrated contemporary photographers, Kawada Kikuji and Iwane Ai.
🎫 **Admission is free but booking is recommended so please book your ticket for this Saturday 6th June at 5.30pm. **
You can book your ticket and view more information about the exhibit here.
We will meet at Kensington High Street station at 5pm and will wait 10-15mins for people to arrive then head to Japan House.
đź“· Through striking and thought-provoking images, the exhibition explores themes of history, migration, folklore, and human resilience - from reflections on post-war Japan to the lives of Japanese communities in Hawaii and dreamlike scenes inspired by Japanese traditions.
We’ll spend about 1 hour exploring the exhibition and browsing Japan House’s cultural displays and shop. Expect an inspiring afternoon of photography, storytelling, and conversation in one of London’s most beautifully curated cultural spaces.
Afterwards, if we have a group of 4 or more, we’ll head to a nearby café, restaurant, or bar for some relaxed conversation and to continue the afternoon together.
Everyone welcome.🙂
- We typically socialise at cafés after the exhibit, nice, independent ones, not chains and not at pubs. If the event is late on a Saturday we go to a nice bar/pub for drinks after. This meetup is inclusive and everyone is welcome to join.
- If get there and you’re not sure what to do or where we are, post a comment on here and I will let you know our whereabouts.
- Once we go in we may separate, feel free to explore the exhibit by yourself, we don’t have to be together. Some people like chatting to others while exploring and other people prefer to be with their own thoughts. You are welcome to express yourself and do what feels mot comfortable.
- If you are late or if you’ve booked for an earlier or later time don’t worry just go in and you’ll find us inside or at the social afterwards. Keep an eye on the comments as I’ll be posting updates.
16 attendees
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