What we’re about
Welcome to London's "THE" most funny Hiking , Travel & Activity based social group for people who seek an active life style in a balanced way. All our hikes are unique , original & different . Check out our previous events. We don't do boring stuff. Read our Reviews to know more.
My Aim
What I envision from this group is creating a group of nice & friendly people interested in active life style.
Salient Features
- We are what is said in the tin - HappyHikers (Please dont join if you are not happy or silly)
- We are very social , we always have funny self introductions & games to break the ice.
- We are more explore minded & interested in history , flora & fauna of the places where we visit.
- We are more spiritual & free minded & into things like yoga , meditation etc.
- We always have pub lunches or an alternative hot food stop (But you are free to bring your own food too).
- Ideally , distance will be around 16k. We will stick to moderate but regular exercise.
Rules
- I don't want people who attend only free events in the group. Only join the group if you appreciate the effort behind it.
- RSVP only after you are 100% sure of attending the event.
- 'No shows' and lastminute RSVP NOs who haven't informed me a reason will be permanently banned from the group.
- Please note that even though we are open to everyone, Our current regulars are professionals like IT consultants , scientists , financial consultants etc.
By agreeing to join this Group , you are agreeing to the below
**Disclaimer**
I am not a qualified hike lead . Our hikes are just gatherings of like-minded people and our hikes are of self guided nature. I am not responsible for any injury or accidents or safety issues which are possible in travel.There is no business or commercial interest behind us and our events are purely based on hobby. Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Hiking and all other activities we organize are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- 🍔👨🌾🌭🐕🥪🍖🧆🍗🍻 FUN HIKE -Clarksons Pub - The farmer's Dog & Cotswolds-16kLondon Paddington Railway Station - ! see below for the meeting point map ! , London
Fun HappyHikers ©️original pub walk with hot food for lunch to The Farmers dog pub ,made famous by popular Amazon Prime series Clarkson's Farm's latest season 4 We will be hiking through beautiful Cotswold ( An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty / AONB) passing little villages & towns.
We will be on lookout for Mr. Clarkson , Lisa & pub employees & other Clarkson's farm characters.
I would recommend you to watch Clarksons Farm and especially season 4 before attending this hike to appreciate it fully.
Note: The farmers dog only serves fresh British food & menu is seasonal. Even though it is very delicious , it can be expensive . so watch out and order only a few dishes.
Note : This hike is to the pub and not to the farm shop . But there seems to be a mini farm shop in the pub.
NOTE: RSVP YES only if you can attend & commit to the hike . No shows & last minute rsvp NOs who don't have a valid reason for it will be permanently banned & removed from HappyHikers.
🚅Train schedule
8.52 (Destination: Great Malvern) Great Western from London Paddington (9.19 Reading) reaching Oxford at 9.45.
💵Train Fare
24.70£ ( with Network rail card or group save ).
If you don't have a network railcard , There will be couple of my regulars coming from London who have their own network rail card . You can use the whatsapp group to connect with them & get 33 percent discount on train fare using their network railcard Or If there are 3 or more people , you can take a group save ticket(which also has the same 33% percent discount).NOTE: If you are doing these type of trips often , Please invest in a network rail card.
Ticket Type
Super Off-peak Day Return Paddington - OxfordWhatsApp group Link (To get 33% Train ticket discount(Network Rail card / Group Save) & hike coordination of the event)
Please join the whatsapp group only if you rsvp YES and commit to the event.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DlEBhuBRUxS8ysQCh341MbNOTE : I will be driving & meeting you only in Oxford Station.
📆Date: Saturday 28 June 2025
🕔Meetup - Oxford station 9.50 am
👣Length – 15-17 kms ( May vary , depends on the day )
🧗Elevation - 126m up and 106m down
🚥Grade – Easy/Moderate
🅿️Driving
Car Park (If driving) - Ask me🍻Pub
We will eat/drink from the The Farmers dog- . If they can't serve us ( super busy ) , We will go to the village pub.🦺🥾🚰What to bring: You must bring a backpack with Waterproof Jacket , a picnic lunch (if you didn't book the table at the pub ), hiking foot wear and 1.5 L water.
📝Note : Paths can be muddy at this time of the year. Bring gaiters if you use them (I don't like them personally). It is a good idea to pack an extra trouser in your backpack so that you can change at the end of the hike.📝Note : Dedicate entire evening for the hike as return time cant be guaranteed. There is a 2 pound fee for the hike.
HappyHikers fun walks
These walks are highly rated for being fun, welcoming,engaging & personalized. These walks are very different from other normal walks. There are improv games , funny introductions (don't come if you can't laugh or dance :-) ) etc . Also there is always a pub lunch with us . Walks are more `explore` themed & dynamic (we have planned multiple routes & will select the most interesting path on the go ). Normally limited to around 20 people so that you can talk to everyone . You will definitely leave this walks by making new friends.
Note: There is a 2 pound fee for the 'fun hike'
⚠️Disclaimer⚠️Please note that I am NOT qualified as a hike leader or first aider. This is just a free self guided gathering of like minded people. The event is purely based on hobby. Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Hiking and hill walking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
