About us
## Guided day hikes & weekend adventures from London
🥾 GO London Hiking – Guided Day Hikes, Countryside Walks & UK Adventures
Join London’s most active and friendly hiking community!
We run guided day hikes, weekend trips & global adventures, all led by qualified, insured hike leaders — 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 🌐 www.golondonhiking.co.uk |
Contact📱 07968 585 224
2–3 guided hikes every weekend, from gentle countryside strolls to challenging hill treks — 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 — 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 you’ll never forget!
📸 Instagram @GoLondonHiking
👍 Facebook Page
👥 Facebook Group
🎟️ Eventbrite Events
📥 Join our community mailing list to Download your FREE “How to Start Hiking” guide → https://golondon.eo.page/x267r
Team GO London
Upcoming events
33
- Network event
Free Hike- Hiking the Lee Valley, Gunpowder Park, King Harolds Tomb
Enfield Lock Railway Station, Ordnance Road Enfield EN3 6HA, London, GB14 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 Mary’s 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.### 🕘 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 20–30 minutes
🎫 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day. 🚆 Book online via our affiliate link: 👉 Trainline Booking (Affiliate)
Using this link helps support our group at no extra cost to you.### 📍 Hike Overview
- Grade: beginner 🥾
- 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
### 🧭 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.
### 🎒 What to Bring
✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Waterproof jacket suitable Layers for the weather and conditions ✅ Packed lunch & water ✅ Travelcard or contactless for London
### 💬 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 – and leave with new friends.
### ✅ RSVP Now
Spaces are limited – RSVP “Yes” to secure your place.
Full event details, reminders, and updates will be emailed in advance.### 📲 Stay Connected 07968585224
📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking### 📜 Terms & Conditions
By signing up, you agree to our full Terms & Conditions including our cancellation and refund policy.
guided hike near London, easy walk London, beginner-friendly hike London, Lea Valley walk, Lee Valley trail, River Lea walk, canal walk London, flat walk near London, London walking group, hiking for beginners, nature walk near London, Lee Valley Regional Park, Gunpowder Park walk, wildlife walk London, London day hike, Sunday hike London, scenic walk London, urban nature trail London, London hiking meetup, best walks near London
12 attendees from this group - £200.00
Arctic Escape in Finnish Lapland, snowshoe and northern lights adventure
Kittilä International Airport, Levintie 259, 99100 Kittilä, Finland, Kittilä, FI8 Days 7th - 14th February 2026
Step into a winter wonderland on this unforgettable 8-day adventure into the heart of Finnish Lapland. Based in the remote village of Rauhula, you’ll stay in a cozy, traditional Finnish house tucked deep in the snowy wilderness. Each day brings a new adventure, with six full days of guided snowshoeing or cross-country skiing through the pristine landscapes of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park – one of Finland’s most breathtaking and untouched regions.Experience the silence and magic of the Arctic wilderness as you trek across frozen fells, through ancient snow-dusted forests, and along sparkling white trails. Evenings are spent savoring hearty, home-cooked Lappish meals, and watching the northern lights dance across the sky.
This is a journey for true adventurers, remote, raw, and incredibly rewarding. All meals are included, along with expert local guides and pickup from Kätkälä Airport.
Chase the aurora and exploring the wild i in one of the most peaceful and beautiful places on Earth.
Ready for your Arctic adventure? Your wilderness escape begins here.TRIP LEADER: Gary 07968585224
FULL ITINERARY: Click Here
GRADE: Intermediate, snowshoe and skiing instruction included. wilderness snowshoeing or skiing on fells and forest trails
COST: £200 deposit £1100 balance payable by 14th Dec to (NEW ACCOUNT) GO Venture LTD, Account No 59563977 sort code 04 00 03 Total £1300
Pay in instalments Click Here
Please use reference F226 and send a screenshot of your payments to golondongary@hotmail.co.uk
Your money is protected under travel and package regulations.INCLUDED: Full board Accommodation in traditional Finnish House 4 people per room, Transfers from/to Kittilä airport, , guiding and instruction, equipment hire.
NOT INCLUDED: International flights, drinks, snacks, travel insurance,
GETTING THERE: Kittilä Airport TBC
KIT LIST: Click Here
By signing up to this event you have confirmed that you agree to GO London's terms and conditions and participation statement. Click herej17 attendees - £10.00
Hike the South Downs Way, Southease to Lewes the River Ouse & Mount Caburn
Southease Railway Station, South Downs Way, off A26, Southease, East Sussex, BN8 6JS, East Sussex, GBDiscover the heart of the South Downs National Park on this scenic linear hike from Southease to Lewes. This countryside walk follows part of the South Downs Way, offering panoramic ridge views, tranquil farmland, and the peaceful charm of the River Ouse valley.
Hiking from Southease railway station, a tiny rural stop surrounded by green meadows and the famous round-towered Southease Church. From here, we cross the River Ouse and climb steadily up the chalk ridge, joining the South Downs Way towards Itford Hill and the high downs. Expect wide horizons, sea glimpses, and classic Sussex landscapes of open grassland and grazing sheep.
After a relaxed picnic lunch on the ridge, the trail continues past the striking slopes of Mount Caburn — one of the area’s most iconic chalk hills — before hiking, gently into Lewes, a historic market town known for its castle, cobbled streets, and independent cafés.
This 15 km linear hike combines peaceful countryside, history, and inspiring views — perfect for walkers seeking a social and scenic escape from London.***
## 🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info
Meeting time: 10:15 Southease Station (outside the main entrance)
Trains: London Victoria Station 08:46 to to Southease (via Lewes) arriving 10:12 (ticket return to Southease)
Hike start: Southease Station 10:15
Lunch: Packed lunch (bring water, snacks, and lunch)
Estimated finish: Lewes Station around 16:00
Return to London: Trains every 30–40 minutes🚆 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day.
***
## 📍 Hike Overview
Grade: Intermediate 🥾🥾
Hiking time: 5 hrs
Distance: 18 km
Ascent: ~444 m
Terrain: Chalk ridge paths, open fields, gentle climbs, and descents
Pace: Social and steady – with photo stops and regular breaks
Hike Leader: Christina***
## 🎒 What to Bring
✅ Comfortable hiking boots or sturdy shoes
✅ Waterproof jacket and weather-appropriate layers
✅ Packed lunch and water
✅ Contactless/Travelcard for London travel***
## 💬 What to Expect
Our hikes are welcoming, social, and inclusive — ideal for solo walkers, expats, and London professionals looking to enjoy nature, connect, and unwind outdoors.
***
## 🧭 Qualified, Insured Hike Leaders
All GO London events are led by qualified, insured, and experienced hike leaders trained in safety, navigation, and group management.
***
## ✅ RSVP Now
Spaces are limited – RSVP “Yes” to secure your place.
Full event details, reminders, and updates will be emailed in advance.
Or book through our website www.golondonhiking.co.uk***
## 📱 Stay Connected
📱 WhatsApp: 07968585224
📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
👥 Meetup: GO London Hiking
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking📜 Terms & Conditions
By signing up, you agree to our full T&Cs including cancellation/refund policy.***
###
London hiking group, hiking from London, guided hikes, beginner hikes near London, countryside day trips from London, South Downs hiking, Southease to Lewes hike, South Downs Way walks, Sussex countryside walk, train hikes from London, Lewes hiking route, South Downs ridge walk, UK hiking meetups, social hiking group London, outdoor adventures UK, GO London Hiking
7 attendees - £10.00
Devil’s Punchbowl & Surrey Hills Circular Hike
London Waterloo Railway Station, Waterloo Station, London SE1 8SW, GBJoin me for a scenic countryside walk in the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, taking in ancient woodlands, dramatic viewpoints, and fascinating local legends, as we explore a circular route from Haslemere
This delightful hike offers a mix of gentle valley walks, woodland paths, and moderate climbs to scenic viewpoints, giving hikers a true taste of Surrey’s varied landscape. One of the highlights of the day is the Devil’s Punchbowl, a striking natural amphitheatre renowned for its sweeping views and unique scenery. Along the way, we’ll also enjoy picturesque countryside, panoramic hilltop vistas, and a touch of local history and legend that brings the area to life.
The hike concludes back in Haslemere, where there will be an optional stop for a well-deserved drink before catching the train back to London.
🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info
- Meeting Time: 08:35 at London Waterloo Station in front of the ticket machine and under the large clock. (Alternatively you can meet us at the hike start point - please DM me so we don’t miss you)
- Train Departure: 09:00 train from London Waterloo Station arriving at Haslemere station at 09:53. Journey time: time 53m.
- Tickets: Purchase a day return ticket to Haslemere on the day or in advance. Group save tickets buy on the day.
- Hike Start: 09:55 at Haslemere Station
- Estimated finish: Approx 16:00 Haslemere Station
- Lunch: Please bring lunch, snacks, water, suitable clothing, and hiking footwear. We will not be stopping at a shop or a pub so have everything you need for the day.
- No dogs allowed except service dogs - please DM me in advance.
🎫 Train fare is not included – please purchase your own return ticket in advance or on the day. 🚆 Book online via our affiliate link: 👉 Trainline Booking (Affiliate)
Using this link helps support our group at no extra cost to you.###
📍 Hike Overview
- Grade: Intermediate 🥾🥾
- Hiking time: Approx 5.5-6hrs with 1 hr for breaks
- Distance: 16km/ 10 miles
- Accent: approx 462m
- Terrain: Undulating woodland, bridleway footpaths, moderate hills
- Pace: Steady with breaks
- Hike Leader: Davina https://www.meetup.com/members/185726243/
🎒 What to Bring
✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Waterproof jacket suitable Layers for the weather and conditions ✅ Packed lunch & water ✅ Travelcard or contactless for London***
💬 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 – and leave with new friends.🧭 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.###
✅ RSVP Now
Spaces are limited – RSVP “Yes” to secure your place.
Full event details, reminders, and updates will be emailed in advance.
📩 Mailing List: Go London
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking📜 Terms & Conditions
By signing up, you agree to our full Terms & Conditions including our cancellation and refund policy.London hiking, hiking group London, walking group London, hiking meetups, countryside walks near London, UK hiking group, weekend hikes from London, day hikes London, public transport hikes, nature walks London, outdoor adventures, expat hiking group, wild camping UK, social hikes, London trail walking, Surrey Hills hikes, Chilterns walking group, South Downs hiking, Box Hill hikes, Epping Forest walks, North Downs Way hikes
9 attendees
Past events
1866
Group links
Organizers
Members
41,891
