
About us
## Guided day hikes & weekend adventures from London
๐ฅพ GO London Hiking โ Guided Day Hikes, Countryside Walks & UK Adventures
Join Londonโs most active and friendly hiking community!
We run guided day hikes, weekend trips & global adventures, all led by qualified, insured hike leaders โ no car needed, just take the train from London!
Discover stunning trails in Kent, Sussex, Surrey, the South Downs & beyond.
Perfect for beginners, expats, and outdoor lovers wanting fitness, fun & connection.
Website ๐ www.golondonhiking.co.uk |
Contact๐ฑ 07968 585 224
2โ3 guided hikes every weekend, from gentle countryside strolls to challenging hill treks โ all easily reached by train from London.
Hiking the South Downs, North Downs, Chiltern Hills, and scenic trails across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire.
Our qualified, insured hike leaders ensure every hike is safe, social, and rewarding โ with routes chosen for their beauty, variety, and photo-worthy moments.
We also host UK hiking weekends and international trekking adventures across Europe, Asia, and Africa, bringing together a friendly community of outdoor lovers, expats, and London professionals.
Join us to reconnect with nature, meet new people, and discover trails youโll never forget!
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Upcoming events
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FREE Evening social, the Bloody Thames, Pirates, and Execution Dock
Tower Hill, Exit Fenchurch Street, London, GBThis walk takes us into the dark and dramatic history of Londonโs riverside, following the Thames from Tower Hill to Wapping, once alive with sailors, smugglers, pirates, and river rogues. We begin at the Tower Hill, where traitors and nobles met their fate before the watching crowds. From there we pass Tower Bridge and step into St Katharine Docks, once a bustling hub where the riches of empire were unloaded.
We continue along the hidden alleys and ancient stairs of Wapping High Street, tracing the last footsteps of the condemned at Wapping Old Stairs. Along the way weโll visit the Town of Ramsgate, where the notorious Judge Jeffreys was captured; the Captain Kidd, named after the most legendary pirate ever to hang at Execution Dock; and the Prospect of Whitby, the โDevilโs Tavern,โ where sailors and smugglers once plotted by candlelight.
We return via waters of Shadwell Basin, passing the replica ships at Tobacco Dock, and the quiet canals of Wapping before we pass Traitorsโ Gate and end the evening back at Tower Hill where you are welcome to join us for refreshments at the Hung, Drawn and Quartered pub a fitting finale to a journey into Londonโs bloody maritime past.
## ๐ Walk Details
- Start Point: Tower Hill Station (by the Tower Hill sundial).
- End Point: The Hung Drawn and Quartered Pub (near Tower Hill or Monument tube)
- Distance: 7km easy pace, with frequent stops for stories
- Duration: 2.5 hours including breaks.
- Difficulty: Easy flat riverside walking.
- Leader: Gary 07968585224
## โ What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Weather-appropriate clothing.
- Water/snacks if you like.
## Stay Connected
๐ฑ WhatsApp: 07968585224
๐ฉ Mailing List: Go London
๐ Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
๐ฅ Meetup: GO London Hiking
๐๏ธ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
๐ธ Instagram: @golondonhiking
๐ Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
๐ฅ Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
๐ Terms & Conditions
By signing up, you agree to our full T&Cs including cancellation/refund policy.36 attendees- ยฃ10.00

Oyster friendly- Mogador, Reigate Fort and the Epsom Downs
Victoria Station, Victoria Station, Victoria, London SW1E 5ND, UK ยท London, al, London, GB# Surrey Hills Hike โ Gatton Park, Reigate Fort & Epsom Downs Racecourse ๐ณ๐ฅพ
A picturesque route through the Surrey Hills AONB with rolling trails, heritage spots, and sweeping views across the Weald. We wander the landscaped gardens of Gatton Park ๐ฟ before striding the North Downs escarpment. Explore Reigate Fort (1898 London Defence Scheme) ๐ฐ and climb to Colley Hill ๐ญ for big panoramas.
We continue to the secluded hamlet of Mogador for a relaxed lunch stop ๐ฅช, then cross Banstead Heath and amble through Walton on the Hill. The finale sweeps over Epsom Downs Racecourse with a behind-the-Grandstand loop for a ๐ London skyline momentโperfect for a celebratory drink ๐ป before trains home.
### ๐ Schedule & Meeting Info
- Meeting: 09:10, London Victoria Station Next to the information booth near platform 12. 07968585224 ๐
- Train: 09:38 to Merstham, arrive 10:12
- Walk start: 10:20, Merstham Station
- Finish: ~17:00, Epsom Station
- Tickets: Within London Oyster/Contactless (PAYG)
- Cost: ยฃ10 (pay on RSVP)
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### ๐ Hike Overview
- Grade: Intermediate ๐ฅพ๐ฅพ
- Distance: 19 km / 12 miles
- Ascent: 300 m
- Time: 5.5 hrs hiking (plus breaks)
- Terrain: Easy paths & tracks
- Leader: Gary โ ๐ 07968585224 | ๐ง golondongary@hotmail.co.uk
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### ๐ What to Bring
๐ฅพ Sturdy hiking boots or shoes
๐งฅ Layers & waterproof jacket
๐ง Water, lunch & snacks
๐ณ Oyster/Contactless for train travel
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### ๐ฌ What to Expect
A social, friendly hike โ most join solo and leave with new friends. ๐
### ๐งญ Qualified, Insured Leaders
All GO London events are led by qualified, insured hike leaders trained in safety, navigation, and group management.
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### ๐ฒ Stay Connected
๐ WhatsApp: 07968585224
๐ฉ Mailing List: GO London
๐ Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
๐๏ธ Eventbrite: GO London Events
๐ธ Instagram: @golondonhiking
๐ Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
๐ฅ Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
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### ๐ Terms & Conditions
By RSVPing you agree to our full Terms & Conditions, including cancellation and refund policy. Hiking carries a degree of riskโplease come prepared and take responsibility for your own safety.
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#golondonhiking #happyhikers8 attendees - Network event

Free Hike- Hiking the Lee Valley, Gunpowder Park, King Harolds Tomb
Enfield Lock Railway Station, Ordnance Road Enfield EN3 6HA, London, GB9 attendees from 2 groupsJoin us for a guided walk and scenic easy-grade hike through North London's green corridor. We'll follow the Lea Valley Trail from Enfield Lock to Broxbourne, hiking through Gunpowder Park weaving through lakes, rivers, and nature reserves, we stop at the historic St Maryโs Church, the legendary burial site of King Harold, the last Anglo-Saxon King of England.
This route follows peaceful riverside paths, with hidden history, and open green spaces. A perfect for beginners hike or anyone looking for a relaxed weekend adventure. You have the option to Join us at a cosy riverside pub to relax before heading home.
### ๐ Schedule & Meeting Info
- Meeting Time: 10:10 Enfield Lock Station outside the main entrance
- Train Departure: Every 30 mins from London Liverpool street or Tottenham Hale
- Tickets: Oyster/Travel Card or return ticket to Broxbourne
- Hike Start: Enfield Lock Station 10:15
- Lunch: pack lunch (bring water,snacks and lunch)
- Estimated finish: 16:30 Broxbourne Station
Return to London: Trains every 20โ30 minutes
๐ซ Train fare is not included โ please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day. ๐ Book online via our affiliate link: ๐ Trainline Booking (Affiliate)
Using this link helps support our group at no extra cost to you.
### ๐ Hike Overview
- Grade: beginner ๐ฅพ
- Hiking time: 5 hrs with 1 hr for breaks
- Distance: 19 km
- Accent: 10 m
- Terrain: well-maintained towpaths, gravel park trails,
- Pace: Social with regular breaks
Hike Leader Gary 07968585224
### ๐งญ Qualified, Insured Hike Leaders
All GO London events are led by qualified, experienced, and fully insured hike leaders, trained in outdoor safety, navigation, and group management.
### ๐ What to Bring
โ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes โ Waterproof jacket suitable Layers for the weather and conditions โ Packed lunch & water โ Travelcard or contactless for London
### ๐ฌ What to Expect
Our hikes are social, inclusive, and fun. Expect a welcoming community of Londoners, expats, solo walkers, professionals, and nature lovers. Most people join solo โ and leave with new friends.
### โ RSVP Now
Spaces are limited โ RSVP โYesโ to secure your place.
Full event details, reminders, and updates will be emailed in advance.
### ๐ฒ Stay Connected 07968585224
๐ฉ Mailing List: Go London
๐ Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
๐๏ธ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
๐ธ Instagram: @golondonhiking
๐ Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
๐ฅ Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
### ๐ Terms & Conditions
By signing up, you agree to our full Terms & Conditions including our cancellation and refund policy.
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