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## 🥾 GO London Hiking – Day Hikes, Countryside walks, UK Weekends & international Adventures

Welcome to GO London Hiking – the most active and inclusive hiking group in London, perfect for events in London, guided day hikes, beginner hikes, weekends away, and worldwide trekking adventures.
We organise 2–3 guided hikes every weekend, including:

🚆 Day hikes from London – all accessible by public transport, beginners hikes, intermediate hikes and challenging hikes
🌳 Countryside walks near London – explore Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hertfordshire, and more
🌍 Tailor-made trekking holidays worldwide – including Europe, Asia, and Africa
UK weekend hiking trips – explore national parks and coastlines with our community

All events are led by qualified, insured, and experienced hike leaders and hiking guides, ensuring fun, safety, and adventure for all fitness levels.

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### 🔍 Who’s This Group For?

People looking for guided hiking near London without needing a car
Beginners interested in easy countryside walks or social group hikes
Experienced hikers seeking new routes and companions
London professionals, singles and expats wanting to explore the UK on weekends
Nature lovers and walkers looking for a friendly, active community

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### ✅ Why Join GO London?

🧭 Led by qualified, fully insured hike leaders and guides
🚌 No car needed – all walks start near London train stations
🌄 Walks range from gentle social hikes to 15-mile hill treks
🌍 Access to custom international adventures
👫 A friendly social hiking group with 40,000+ members
📸 Welcoming hikers adventurers, nature lovers, photographers & walkers

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### 📍 Regular Meeting Points

London Bridge Station
London Victoria Station
London Waterloo Station
London Liverpool Street Station
(All walks start and end at stations accessible by public transport)

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### 📅 Ready to Get Started?

🔗 See all upcoming hikes
🔗 Join our mailing list

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### 🌐 Stay Connected

📧 Contact: **golondongary@hotmail.co.uk** | 📱 07968 585 224

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Upcoming events (4+)

Sat, Sep 27, 2025, 8:25 AM BSTThe long man of Wilmington, a hike in South Downs National Park
London Victoria station, London
£10.00
GRADE: Advanced hike, 24km /15miles, 574m ascent, approx 6.5 - 7hrs walking time on good paths with some steep hills. This is a long hard hike, please ensure you can keep up a reasonable pace over the distance.

This hike takes us high onto the ridge line of the South Downs with spectacular views in all directions passing through the picturesque village of Alfriston and the Long Man of Wilmington, a figure caved into the chalk in neolithic times.
Starting from Berwick and following the Vanguard Way we hike to Alfriston with the historics Star Inn, originally a religious hostel built in 1345 that used to accommodate monks and pilgrims en route from Battle Abbey to Chichester Cathedral and the Shrine of St Richard, patron saint of Sussex.
From Alfriston we cross the Cuckmere River where a steep climb takes us to Windover Hill to hike past neolithic burial mounds to the trig point of 214m. From there we take a short detour to see the Long Man of Wilmington.
Continuing along the ridge we pass the picturesque South Downs village of Jevington, the birthplace of Banoffi pie, one of the best loved puddings in the world, where we stop for lunch. We then follow the South Downs Way towards the coast and the path to enter the outskirts of Eastbourne to join the seafront by the pier.
You are welcome to join us for a well earned drink and some food or take the train home.

MEETING POINT: 08:25 London Victoria Station , near platform 12.

COST: £10 organiser fee payable on RSVP

TRAINS: London Victoria 08:54 train arriving at Berwick Station 10:25 (via Lewes where we change) journey time 1h 31 mins, 1 change. Alternatively you can meet us outside Berwick at 10:30. Return train ticket to Eastbourne. You can buy a group save ticket on the day or with Network railcard - costs approx £27.

HIKE STARTS: 10:30 at Berwick Station

LUNCH: Pack lunch, snacks

HIKE FINISHES: Approx 18:00 at Eastbourne.

HIKE LEADER: Fofi

What to bring: lunch, snacks, water, suitable clothing and hiking footwear.
Kit list: click here (https://www.meetup.com/GO-London/pages/Kit_List%27s/)
Terms and conditions: by signing up to a GO London event you are agreeing with our terms and conditions and participation statement. click here (https://www.meetup.com/GO-London/pages/Terms_And_Conditions/)
To view our full calendar: https://www.meetup.com/GO-London/events/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GoLondonAdventure/
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15 attendees+10
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14 attendees from 3 groups hosting
Sat, Sep 27, 2025, 9:30 AM BSTLord Rothschild's Tring Park, Marsworth nature reserve, Grand Union Canal Hike
London Euston Railway Station, London
£10.00
This walk takes us into the heart of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, beginning at Tring Station. We’ll start gently along the Grand Union Canal, passing through Dixon’s Gap and the old Wilstone Step Locks, before looping around Marston Vale Nature Reserve – a peaceful spot loved by birdwatchers.
From there we’ll follow the brook into Tring and pick up the ancient Icknield Way, often called Britain’s oldest road. The trail soon opens up into Tring Park, once landscaped by Lord Rothschild. It’s a quirky place with sweeping lawns, hidden follies and woodland paths. Back in the 1880s, Rothschild even filled the park with exotic animals – imagine giraffes and kangaroos roaming the English countryside!
We finish by joining the Ridgeway National Trail, winding back towards Tring for our train home. This is a sociable countryside walk with a mix of canals, nature, and history – just the right balance for a relaxed day out.

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## 🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info

Meeting Time: 09:30 at London Euston Station (outside the main ticket office)

Train Departure: 10:04 to Tring (arrives 10:49, 45 mins)

Hike Start: 10:55 at Tring Station

Lunch: Packed lunch, snacks, and water

Finish: Approx. 16:30 at Tring Station

Return to London: Trains every 30–40 mins

🎫 Train fare not included – please book your return to Tring via 👉 Trainline (affiliate link).

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## 📍 Hike Overview

Grade: Beginner/Intermediate 🥾🥾

Distance: 16 km

Hiking Time: 4.5 hrs (plus breaks)

Ascent: 195 m

Terrain: Canal paths, fields, parkland, woodland trails

Pace: Steady social walk

Hike Leader: Gary – 07968585224

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## 🎒 What to Bring

✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
✅ Waterproof jacket & suitable layers
✅ Packed lunch, water & snacks
✅ Travelcard or contactless for train

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💬 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.

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## 📲 Stay Connected

☎️ 07968585224
📩 Join our Mailing List
🌐 Website: www.golondonhiking.co.uk
🎟️ Eventbrite Page: GO London Events
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page: Go London Adventure
👥 Facebook Group: Go London Hiking
📜 By signing up you agree to our full Terms & Conditions, including cancellation and refund policy.
11 attendees from this group+6
Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 8:30 AM BSTAutumnal Ashridge Estate and the Ivinghoe Beacon 22km
London Euston, London
£10.00
Price does not include rail ticket - please buy your own.

Intermediate hike, 22km/13 miles with 376m ascent. Daylight hours are getting shorter so we will take this hike at a decent pace.

Join me for this exhilarating walk through woodland, farmland and open ridgeway. Setting out from Tring station, we'll head for the picturesque village of Aldbury, before entering the beautiful, deep shade of ancient beechwoods on the sprawling Ashridge Estate.

Emerging onto the Icknield Way trail, the land drops away and we'll enjoy lofty views from Ivinghoe Beacon. It was the starting point of this ancient thoroughfare, which was used as a signal point in times of crisis to send messages. Then we'll tread in the footsteps of travellers as far back as 5,000 years as we head along the famous Chiltern ridgeway and return to Tring.

GRADE: Intermediate circular walk of 22km / 16.1 miles 376m ascent with about 6 hours walking time. Hilly in places.

COST: £10.00 organiser fee. Please buy your own train tickets (c.£15 return with a National Rail card or you can see if you can buy a group saver ticket with 2 + others on the day).

MEETING TIME: 8:30 at London Euston station in front of the main ticket office

TRAINS: Starting and finishing at Tring station. From London Euston station, we'll take the 9:09 train that gets to Tring at 9:51.

WALK STARTS: 10:00 sharp, leaving from Tring station, on the big car park side. If you're meeting us at Tring please PM me so that we don't miss you.

WALK FINISHES: Back at Tring station, about 17:30. Finish time is an estimate and will depend on the group, so consider yourself committed for the day.

LUNCH: Packed lunch

WHAT TO BRING: Lunch, snacks, water, headtorch, suitable clothing and hiking boots. It's likely to be muddy at this time of year so please wear appropriate footwear.

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10 attendees+5
Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 9:15 AM BSTJack and Jill Windmills, and the rolling South Downs Way
Victoria Station, London
£10.00
# South Downs Hike – Wolstonbury Hill, Jack & Jill Windmills & Lewes

Join GO London Hiking for a stunning day hike across the South Downs National Park, blending history, sweeping views, and charming countryside trails. Starting from Hassocks, we’ll ascend Wolstonbury Hill, once home to an Iron Age hillfort, where a 360° panorama stretches across the North Downs and south to the English Channel.
Our route passes the turreted Clayton Tunnel North Portal, one of Britain’s most unusual Victorian railway structures, before joining the famous South Downs Way. From here we’ll encounter the iconic Jack and Jill Windmills, continue to the lofty heights of Ditchling Beacon, and cross the rolling chalk downs to Black Cap. The day ends with a descent into the historic market town of Lewes, perfect for a celebratory pub stop.
Expect undulating paths, woodland, and chalk downland with some short steep climbs. A rewarding hike with plenty of scenery and landmarks along the way.

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🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info

Meeting: 09:15 – London Victoria Station, near platform 12 (info booth)

Train: 09:45 to Hassocks, arrives 10:42 (57 mins)

Tickets: Return to Lewes (£22 approx, buy in advance via Trainline)

Hike Start: 10:45 – Hassocks Station

Lunch: Pack lunch

Finish: 17:30 – Lewes Station

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📍 Hike Overview

Grade: Beginner🥾 / Intermediate🥾🥾

Distance: 20km / 13 miles

Ascent: 470m

Walking Time: 5 hrs 30 mins + 1 hr breaks

Terrain: Undulating hills, woodland & downland trails

Pace: Steady with regular breaks

Leader: Gary – 📧 golondongary@hotmail.co.uk 📱 07968585224

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🎒 What to Bring
✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
✅ Layers & waterproof jacket
✅ Packed lunch, snacks & water
✅ Travelcard or contactless

💬 What to Expect
A social and friendly hike – most join solo and leave with new friends.

🧭 Qualified, insured GO London hike leaders ensure your safety and a great experience.

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📲 Stay Connected:
🌐 GO London Website
📸 Instagram: @golondonhiking
👍 Facebook Page
👥 Facebook Group
📜 Terms & Conditions

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Past events (1820)

Sat, Sep 20, 2025, 8:40 AM BSTExplore the Stunning Kent Countryside: Wye Circular Hike
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£10.00
17 attendees+12
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