Ghost Tours London

MACS Goes To: Phantom Femmes Ghost Tour 👻

**Join MACS at the** ***Phantom Femmes*** **Ghost Tour by Maria from Herstorical Tours on Thursday 15 October 👻✨** **Why are so many ghost stories based around women?** **What does the centering of women in ghost stories tell us about women's lives both then and now?** **The ghost story is more popular than ever - why is it still needed?** ‘Phantom Femmes’ is a spine-chilling ghost walk around the City of London area that focuses exclusively on intriguing stories of women ghosts. It’ll take about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. On this tour you’ll be regaled with tales of: A tragic workhouse girl that takes afterlife vengeance... Wife selling… A notorious 'itchy' ghost And more! ** Trigger warning: some of these stories contain upsetting details of abuse and violence. Read more here: [Details of Phantom Femmes Tour](https://www.herstoricaltours.co.uk/phantomfemmes) **MEET DETAILS FOR THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER:** **☕️ FROM 7PM: MEET AT COSTA COFFEE FARRINGDON** (optional) Address: Farringdon Station, 46 Cowcross St, London EC1M 6BY Look out for the MACS sign on the café table. **👻 7:30PM: WALK STARTS** Address: Farringdon Station, Cowcross Street, London, EC1M 6BY Details of exact location will be provided by Herstorical Tours in an email prior to the walk. **🍻 9PM- LATE: PUB SOCIAL** (optional) We'll head to a local pub to chat over drinks. Address: *Location tbc by Herstorical Tours before event.* **🎟️ TICKETS:** You’ll need to purchase your own ticket. Please [book here](https://www.herstoricaltours.co.uk/event-details/phantom-femmes-2026-10-15-19-50) and choose THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER. SOLD OUT Early Bird Ticket: £10.25 Regular Ticket: £15.38 **📍GETTING THERE: Tube/train - Farringdon.** **📲 EVENT CHAT:** Please join the event chat to help you find us on the day. The event chat link can be found on the event page around 48 hours prior to the event. This will either be a WhatsApp group or the Meetup event chat function. N.B. Joining a WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group. **🌟 PLEASE READ:** All MACS events are run entirely by volunteers, so please note we do what we can with the time and energy we have available! Our events have an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you register as Going but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so that we know numbers. Thank you for being part of MACS! 🧡🏛️🩵 Image credit: Free for use under the Pixabay.com content license

Special Day - Stunning, beautiful walk & a unique visit to the House Of Dreams!

**NEW WALK Hi all, cost & info below.** **This walk is only once every 2 years.** Please note approx 20-25 members will be on the walk, not what is advertised, as only half the members turn up with most meetup groups. Please join everyone for a fun linear, healthy, scenic 4.5 mile walk with some brief local info along the way while meeting new friends! ***Highlights are*** a unique opportunity as a meetup group to see 'The House Of Dreams' (pictured), an outstanding private home that has appeared on countless documentaries and main news programs. The House of Dreams has been bequeathed to the National Trust and the National Trust works closely with Stephen. There is usually a charge of £12 per person but we have a discount so it's £10 per person! Please find the 'BBC LONDON' link here [https://youtu.be/0PicF0Acglg](https://youtu.be/0PicF0Acglg) Because of this cost, I personally will operate the walk for only £7.50 on the day! The cost is £17.50 per person which includes the visit to the house collected at the start of the walk, sold as a packaged discount! 'The House of Dreams' is 3 minutes from East Dulwich Station at the very end of the walk, with the house being our final stop. Drinks & meals available afterward at the nearby gorgeous pub near the station to chat & socialise with fellow members! The home is open just for us as a meetup group. It is a small home so we will have to split into 2 groups for a better experience looking around without too many people. A 15-20 mins space between the 2 groups. cafes & shops very nearby & pub opposite for those members who on the second visit. Other highlights are a beautiful stunning walk, West Norwood cemetery (one of the Victorian magnificent 7) with graves of Henry Tate (Tate and Lyle sugar) Henry Doulton (Doulton pottery), the last toll gate in London, a beautiful stop at the halfway stage for 20-30 minutes for toilets and refreshments and drinks and meal after in a gorgeous pub by the station at the end of the walk! Please meet outside the front of West Norwood Station (Southern Trains with connection to London Bridge and London Victoria and many other stations) which is directly opposite the Horns Pub **£17.50 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day,** there is no offer for £7.50 for the walk only and the cost is non-refundable if you leave the walk earlier on sorry as I have to give exact numbers of members arriving at the house once the walk starts. The walk ends at East Dulwich Station (Trains to London Bridge and other stations) ABOUT OUR SECRET LONDON WALKS It is a 15-year fascinating journey together to explore the whole of beautiful, enchanting Secret London. The only walking group in the World offering this unique experience! What is given back to you is the most scenic, healthy walk (usually 3-6 miles in length) with some of the walks containing hidden cobbled lanes, lost shops, secret gems, areas lost in time, wonderful views, idyllic Instagram photo shots and all sorts! Now and then some brief local info is mentioned or something of historical importance along the way. Plenty of time to chat and meet new friends whilst walking the amazing lost areas of London! So we welcome you to the colourful highlights of this fascinating City of London with simply wonderful things to see! TERMS AND CONDITIONS PLEASE ensure ARRIVAL at least 15 minutes BEFORE the start of the walk, sorry no latecomers are accepted for whatever reason. Members attend the unique walks from our different meetup groups. IF LATE, SORRY WE ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE CALLS OR ANSWER EMAILS AS WELCOMING MEMBERS, LEADING THE WALK, AND CONCENTRATING ON THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH THE GROUP UP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. Part Tour - Medium pace walk from 'Visit England' Award-Winning Guide and our group featured in the National Press! Please Note: Some events, being a large attended meetup group will be an organised walk only, but members are very welcome to organise their own get-togethers after the event. You are required to be fit and healthy with appropriate footwear & clothing, responsible for meeting at the correct location, own safety and to not lose the group by viewing the organiser/making the organiser aware as much as possible, or follow/not lose sight of the person(s) from the same walk in front. We advise carrying water and some snacks. The organiser is also not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group or personally such as personal accidents, rail information, engineering works, cancellations, rail strikes or delays, heavy traffic, tours affected, weather, walk paths or routes closed, postcodes for car parks or for when we arrive back at the station, or anything else not mentioned! By joining the event you agree to all the terms and conditions. No Dogs allowed sorry We really look forward to welcoming you on the walks/tours for a wonderful, great, fun day!

LANTERN WALK - The stunning lost area around High Street Kensington!

**Hi all, cost & info below,** A walk that has never been operated in the evening before, please join everyone for a fun, healthy, stunning 2.5 mile or 4 mile Nightime Lantern Lost London circular walk. Some brief local info along the way, it has wonderful hidden areas and colourful highlights, lost alleyways and simply amazing things to see! (**Before this walk, in the daytime there is a wonderful walk in the nearby area. If you link both the walks together, the evening walk is HALF PRICE! There is a break in between the walks to briefly eat or drink locally before the next walk, the other walk is not far on the underground train)** Please note approx 25-30 members will be on the walk, not what is advertised, as only half the members turn up with most meetup groups. Highlights of the walk, the tallest church spire in London, Freddie Mercury's home where he lived, died and also where he wrote most of Queen's famous songs, quaint lost shops down hidden lanes, wonderful mews, a house with no windows, the first ever self-help book writer's home, the first 1960's Biba shop, King Charles favorite restaurant, Piers Morgan's pub, and so much more! The 2.5 mile walk is estimated to finish about 6.45pm. The nearest station is High St Kensington Station (find own easy way back to the station) Please note Freddie Mercury's home, self-help book writer's home, Biba shop, King Charles' favorite restaurant and Piers Morgan's pub are not on this section of the walk. 4 mile walk ends at High St Kensington Station (Circle and District Lines) about 8.30pm. Pub after for drinks and meal afterward Please meet after you come out of the ticket machine turnstiles at High Street Kensington station (not South Kensington), look directly opposite from the turnstiles staying within the shopping arcade, please meet outside 'Cruush' take away within the precinct next to 'M & S Department Store. Please note High St Kensington Station not South Kensington. **£10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day** **ABOUT OUR LONDON WALKS** It is a 15-year fascinating journey together to explore the whole of beautiful, enchanting Secret London. The only walking group in the World offering this unique experience! The individual walks have been created from an original route several miles in length (usually on average about 50 miles) where we have checked every nook and cranny, every hidden alleyway, lane, lost cobbled path, cul de sac, avenue, road or street in that area for you! It is then shortened, to give back to you a magical walk with all the best bits of 'Lovely London', voted the best City in the World for the 10th year running! What is given back to you is the most scenic, healthy walk (usually 3-6 miles in length) with some of the walks containing hidden cobbled lanes, lost shops, secret gems, areas lost in time, wonderful views, idyllic Instagram photo shots and all sorts! Now and then some brief local info is mentioned or something of historical importance along the way. You will have plenty of time to chat and meet new friends whilst walking the amazing lost areas of London! So we welcome you to the colourful highlights of this fascinating City of London with simply wonderful things to see! **TERMS AND CONDITIONS** PLEASE ensure ARRIVAL at least 15 minutes BEFORE the start of the walk, sorry no latecomers are accepted for whatever reason. Members attend the unique walks from our different meetup groups. IF LATE, SORRY WE ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE CALLS OR ANSWER EMAILS AS WELCOMING MEMBERS, LEADING THE WALK, AND CONCENTRATING ON THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH THE GROUP UP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. Part Tour - Medium pace walk from 'Visit England' Award-Winning Guide and our group featured in the National Press! Please Note: Some events, being a large attended meetup group will be an organised walk only, but members are very welcome to organise their own get-togethers after the event. You are required to be fit and healthy with appropriate footwear & clothing, responsible for meeting at the correct location, own safety and to not lose the group by viewing the organiser/making the organiser aware as much as possible, or follow/not lose sight of the person(s) from the same walk in front. We advise carrying water and some snacks. The organiser is also not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group or personally such as personal accidents, rail information, engineering works, cancellations, rail strikes or delays, heavy traffic, tours affected, weather, walk paths or routes closed, postcodes for car parks or for when we arrive back at the station, or anything else not mentioned! By joining the event you agree to all the terms and conditions. No Dogs allowed sorry We really look forward to welcoming you on the walks/tours for a wonderful, great, fun day!

London After Dark: Plague, Prisons & Ghostly Tales

“In the interests of health and safety, this walk is being undertaken in the afternoon. We cannot be held responsible for any ghosts, restless spirits or unexplained noises encountered after dusk. Participants are advised to remain together at all times. Should anyone disappear into a plague pit, former prison cell or medieval alleyway, please inform the walk organiser immediately.” You have been warned! Join me for a Halloween walk through some of the City of London’s most unsettling places, where the line between history and horror can sometimes seem rather thin. We’ll begin at Farringdon Station and make our way towards Charterhouse Square, where the ground conceals a grim reminder of the Black Death. From there, we’ll explore the atmospheric medieval church of St Bartholomew the Great and the historic St Bartholomew’s Hospital, with its centuries of medical history, suffering and survival. Next comes the Viaduct Tavern, a wonderfully atmospheric Victorian pub with a particularly sinister connection to London’s criminal past. Its basement contains former prison cells associated with Newgate Prison. **Please note that access to the cells is subject to the pub’s arrangements, and everyone wishing to see them will need to buy a drink.** Finally, we’ll continue towards St Paul’s Cathedral and follow the City of London’s official Spooky Self-Guided Walk map [Spooky Self-Guided Walk - City of London](https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things-to-do/walks-and-itineraries/self-guided-walks-and-trails/spooky-self-guided-walk) , discovering more tales of mysterious apparitions, gruesome crimes and unsettling episodes from the Square Mile’s past. Expect plague stories, medieval mysteries, dark corners and a little Halloween shiver — all mixed with London history, good company and, hopefully, a few laughs. **Come along if you dare!** 🎃 After the walk we will visit a pub. Note: The walk is undertaken at your own responsibility It is about 6km long

Gothic Spires & Ossuary Chills: Halloween in Prague

SINGLE AND TWIN ROOMS AVAILABLE * Dine on a 5 course Medieval banquet with entertainment. * Explore Prague by foot, tram and boat on a guided tour with a Czech lunch included. * Spend 4 nights in a 4\* hotel with breakfast included each morning. * Visit the UNESCO world heritage town of Kutna Hora and its fascinating bone church. If the Medieval Capital city of Prague is on your bucket list check out this Spook-tacular itinerary! To view the full itinerary of the trip please - [CLICK HERE](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQl0MRxUJYewGbh-E2ZFjpSqFS9IR7A9Vp262rQTP_pm0qSIDoAGJzJpXXwU0bofEJ-2XO5nyE1ckvK/pub) To book directly onto the trip via the website please - [CLICK HERE](https://travelbuddiesholidays.co.uk/trip/prague-group-tour-2026/)

Ghosts, Hellfire Caves & Historic West Wycombe/Halloween Sunday Hike

Walk length 9miles/15km approx. Circular. A very picturesque walk from Saunderton to West Wycombe with a Halloween theme. The historic village of West Wycombe is maintained by the National Trust and features many interesting buildings built between the 16th and 18th centuries. The Mausoleum and Golden Ball above West Wycombe village are impressive local landmarks. The old village of West Wycombe and Wycombe Hill supports around 8 ghosts wandering the graveyards, caves and pubs! The hike will include a ghost walk mentioning some of the ghosts. The Hellfire Caves West Wycombe hill has been used for a quarry for centuries for roads and houses in the area and the quarrying was extended in the middle of the 18th century to help employ local workers after serious crop failures. The caves were supposed to have been used by Sir Francis Dashwood in the 18th century for his notorious Hellfire Club that may have involved Satanic or Pagan rituals but also a lot of partying! Lunch & Finish Please bring a snacks and water for the walk. The hike should finish at about 4.30pm and include a pack lunch stop, however the time may be earlier or later than this depending on the weather and pace (please don't arrange any definite evening plans). For this walk we going to have an hour and a half for the lunch stop to give everyone the chance to explore the hellfire caves should they wish. You can bring a pack lunch or visit one of the local pubs in the village or the hellfire cafe, I would suggest a pack lunch as the pubs could be busy for food and allow time to visit the caves. There are some public loos close to the caves and the village. The hike will include a ghost walk. We will go for optional drinks at the end of the walk at Saunderton, the pub is very close to the station. The final hike back to Saunderton from West Wycombe is fairly short but it may start getting dark in the woods so please bring a torch for light and to ward off any ghosts! ALTHOUGH THIS IS A SHORT HIKE IT WILL BE UNDULATING AND HILLY IN PLACES, PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THIS. £7 cash payable on the day guided walk & meetup costs. You can do paypal ([colin45@hotmail.co.uk](mailto:colin45@hotmail.co.uk)) please use friends and family with paypal to avoid charges. Bank transfer if you prefer, please contact the organizer. Train: Should be about £18 with a group save or network railcard. The Hellfire Caves are open from 11am to 4pm; as this is Halloween the caves are decorated and we may have same ghost actors wandering around. If you want to visit the caves its £9.50 payable at the cave entrance, there is a family discount we can use as a group discount (4 persons, £30). Meet outside Saunderton Rail Station for the hike to start at 11am after the train from London arrives at 10.52am (there are no facilities at Saunderton station). Train from London: The 9.53am train from London Marylebone gets to Saunderton for 10.52am. If coming from London I suggest meeting close to the WHSmiths (see photo below) from 9.30am to give you time to get tickets. Discounts available with a network railcard or a groupsave. If you get a groupsave you must travel back in small groups. The organizer will not be getting the train, but will meet you at Saunderton. Car: Saunderton train station car parking is free on a Sunday (please check for restrictions and leave enough time to park). Please make a note of the organizers number Colin 07709305681 Walking Safety Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You should wear appropriate clothing such as proper shoes, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. Please see our Terms and Conditions (https://www.meetup.com/London-Explorers/pages/Terms_and_Conditions/) COULD EVERYONE PLEASE AVOID COMMENTS BELOW THAT ARE NOT SPECIFIC TO THE EVENT AS THIS GENERATES SPAM, JUST CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T GO. YOU CAN MESSAGE ME. MANY THANKS.

Haunted Halloween Pub Crawl

Join on us for a Halloween walking tour through the City of London visiting three haunted pubs! We'll start in one pub and walk to two more pubs with historical places being pointed out en route.. So in the pubs.... will you meet the phantom on the stairs?! Or perhaps Robert might steal your drink?! Or will the bodysnatchers get you?!?! Join us, wear your best Halloween (albeit the day before!) outfit, get to meet others and keep your wits about you! The event is free altho' I'll accept donations at the end of the evening if you think it was worth it! - cash or card! Meet outside by the statue outside the front of St Clement Danes Church on the Strand [https://www.google.com/maps/@51.5131261,-0.114674,3a,75y,118.29h,99.61t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1svE_2mwCri0LGZEhZuw_tKQ!2e0!5s20220701T000000!7i16384!8i8192](https://www.google.com/maps/@51.5131261,-0.114674,3a,75y,118.29h,99.61t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1svE_2mwCri0LGZEhZuw_tKQ!2e0!5s20220701T000000!7i16384!8i8192)

Dead Bells, Black Dogs & City Phantoms – Halloween Walk & Drinks

Walk length 3 miles/4 km approx. Linear. Starting from Blackfriars this walk is a chance to visit some of the locations of a number of alleged city ghosts as well as hearing about other interesting London history on a spooky Halloween night.. Meeting Meet outside Blackfriars Train Station/Underground for the walk to start at 3pm (see photo above). We will visit a pub at the end for some optional refreshments close to Chancery Lane/Farringdon undergrounds. £4 cash payable on the day guided walk & meetup costs. You can do paypal ([colin45@hotmail.co.uk](mailto:colin45@hotmail.co.uk)) please use friends and family with paypal to avoid charges. Bank transfer if you prefer, please contact the organizer. Please keep your 'RSVP' updated for this event as it would help to get accurate numbers and determine who is turning up for the walk; my phone number is Colin 07709 305681. Walking Safety Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You should wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking shoes, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. COULD EVERYONE PLEASE AVOID COMMENTS BELOW THAT ARE NOT SPECIFIC TO THE EVENT AS THIS GENERATES SPAM, JUST CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T GO. YOU CAN MESSAGE THE ORGANIZER, MANY THANKS.

S is for Severndroog Castle & Oxleas Wood + Social

**Join us for a coffee in Oxleas Wood, then a short stroll through the woods to Severndroog Castle and its viewing platform, and finishing up in a nearby pub.** Severndroog Castle is an 18th-century Gothic tower nestled in the ancient woodland of Shooter’s Hill, southeast London. With its striking architecture, rich history and far-reaching rooftop views, it is a rare Georgian folly open to the public.The ‘castle’ was commissioned by Lady James, probably as a memorial to her husband, and designed by architect Richard Jupp in 1784. Severndroog enjoyed extensive renovations in 2013-2014, when rooms featuring beautiful ornate ceilings and chandeliers were restored to their original state. Admission to Severndroog Castle includes the **castle rooms,** where volunteers will tell you the story of Sir William and Lady James, the building’s uses over the years and the campaign to save the castle. Your ticket also includes access to the **Viewing Platform,** where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of London and the seven surrounding counties. ***Please note that these are only accessed via a spiral staircase, with 86 steps to the top.*** **🧛‍♂️ A Dracula Daily fan?** Some of our members are reading the book Dracula and this is the closest we can get to a castle in the woods in London 😄 **Read more here:** [https://severndroogcastle.org.uk/visit/](https://severndroogcastle.org.uk/visit/) *** **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 11.00am: MEET AT OXLEAS WOOD CAFE** **Address:** Crown Woods Lane, London SE18 3JA Look out for the LoMAZ sign on the cafe table and host/s who will be wearing LoMAZ badges. **11.45AM: LEAVE CAFE TO WALK THROUGH OXLEAS WOOD** **12.15-1.15pm: SEVERNDROOG CASTLE AND VIEWING PLATFORM** ***Please note that the castle rooms and viewing platform are only accessed via a spiral staircase, with 86 steps to the top.*** ***This is NOT a castle with lots of rooms - it is a folly with a couple of rooms and a viewing platform.*** **1.30pm: PUB SOCIAL (optional)** We'll head to a local pub for a social chit chat over drinks. ***Location tbc 48 hours before event.*** *** **TICKETS:** **Tickets to the castle cost £5 on admission.** **GETTING THERE:** **[https://severndroogcastle.org.uk/visit/](https://severndroogcastle.org.uk/visit/)** * Jubilee Line to North Greenwich, then 486 bus, alighting at the Memorial Hospital. * Elizabeth line to Woolwich, then 244 bus alighting at Memorial Hospital. * Thameslink or DLR to Woolwich Arsenal, then 244 bus alighting at the Memorial Hospital * Train to Welling, then a 486 or 89 from bus stop D towards Shooters Hill. * Train to Falconwood, then 15-20 minute scenic walk (cross Rochester Way and walk north through Shepherdleas Wood. You will cross the footbridge/meadow and head straight up the hill to the cafe. It is about a 15-to-20 minute hike through the trees.) * Car: public car park via the A207 Shooters Hill, postcode SE18 3RU **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'. Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works. **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** 📸 Follow LoMAZ on **[Instagram.](https://www.instagram.com/londonmuseumsatoz/)** Image credit: Donnchadh H, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Halloween Hike: Britain’s Most Haunted Village – Pluckley

🐉 (Halloween Special) Glastonbury – Climb the Tor & Watch the Dragons Battle

################# **This trip is now FULL.** **Come and join us for a special day in Glastonbury! We'll enjoy some easy hiking while exploring the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which was later adopted by Christians and became Halloween.** **The [Samhain procession](https://www.facebook.com/GlastonburyDragons) attracts many visitors to Glastonbury, featuring drummers, dancers and a parade led by two huge dragons – one red and one white! Samhain is a very important date in the Pagan calendar, marking the division of the year between the lighter half (summer) and the darker half (winter). Pagans believed that during Samhain, the veil between this world and the otherworld was at its thinnest, allowing spirits to pass through.** ################# Come and join us on a trip to **Glastonbury**, possibly the quirkiest town in England, and home to the famous **Glastonbury Music Festival**! This city is at fascinating crossroads of various religions and spiritualities, from Christianity and paganism, to Druidism and witchcraft, and is unusually rich in legends and mythology. **Glastonbury Tor**, which we're going to climb, took centre stage in the opening ceremony of the **London 2012 Olympic Games**, celebrating the “idyllic, mythical England”. Our **4-mile route** will follow the **Glastonbury Way** around the town and its beautiful landscape, taking in the most significant places. We’ll also visit the beautiful **White Spring** **temple** at the base of Glastonbury Tor (free entry). Candle-lit and atmospheric, it is a unique and sacred space long cherished by pilgrims and local people, and commonly used for quiet reflection, ceremonies and meditation. Opposite the White Spring are the peaceful, sunlit gardens of **Chalice Well** and the **Red Spring**, which you’re also welcome to visit for a small entry fee. After the hike, you’ll have free time to explore **Glastonbury’s weird and wonderful shops**. This is the perfect place to browse for crystals (and learn about their healing properties), tarot cards, jewellery, lotions and potions, incense, herbs – and even wizard hats and magic wands! 🌟🔮🃏The town is also home to more than **50 spectacular pieces of street art**, with colourful murals decorating the city centre and adding to Glastonbury’s vibrant, creative atmosphere. **This trip is suitable for BEGINNERS** – a great way to experience hiking before joining our more difficult trips! 🤩 **ITINERARY** **07:45** Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station) **08:00** Sharp departure **11:15-14:00** Hike to Glastonbury Tor, 2000-year-old oak trees of Gog and Magog and the White Spring **14:00-15:00** Free time for lunch and to explore Glastonbury's quirky shops **15:00** Border Morris (energetic English folk dance) at the Market Cross **16:00** Procession starts. The Glastonbury Red and White Dragons joined by Dragon Drummers will process down Glastonbury High Street to the Market Cross, where the Glastonbury Dragons will “battle for the season”. The winning Glastonbury Dragon will be crowned by the Mayor of Glastonbury. **17:00** Departure **20:00** London, Hammersmith **DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY** Distance: 4 miles (7km). Ascent: 220m. Difficulty: [Easy](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view). **LEGENDS OF GLASTONBURY** There are many legends surrounding Glastonbury. Below are the most famous ones. *Jesus and Joseph of Arimathea* Jesus is said to have come to Glastonbury as a boy, travelling here with his uncle, Joseph of Arimathea. Joseph was a tin merchant and had travelled to England's south west for this valuable metal. After the crucifixion of Jesus, Joseph travelled to Britain with the Holy Grail (the cup used by Jesus at the Last Supper), which he buried under Glastonbury Tor. *The Holy Thorn* Joseph is said to have arrived in Glastonbury by boat over the flooded Somerset Levels. On arriving, he climbed up Wearyall Hill (a 15-minute walk from Glastonbury centre). Exhausted, he thrust his staff into the ground and rested. By morning his staff had taken root and grown into a miraculous thorn tree, known as the Holy Thorn. A flowering sprig of the Holy Thorn is cut every year and presented to the monarch, where it resides on his Christmas Day breakfast table. *The Isle of Avalon and King Arthur* For many people, Glastonbury represents the Isle of Avalon, the mythical island of Celtic tradition, believed to be a gateway to the underworld. Glastonbury is said to be the final resting place of the legendary King Arthur. **TRANSPORT** As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus. **BOOKING** To keep ticket prices down and avoid PayPal/Meetup fees (£7 extra per ticket), we kindly ask for payment by bank transfer. Please include your Meetup name and the trip as the payment reference (e.g. John Glastonbury). As places are limited, we can hold your place for 24 hours. Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited Sort Code: 20-17-20 Account Number: 63116514 We'll let you know by changing your status to “Paid” as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the [attendees list](https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/316470049/attendees) of the event. You don’t need a paid Meetup subscription to do this – just close any pop-up windows and continue. **THE PRICE OF £78 INCLUDES** * Transport throughout the trip * Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver * Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader * Professional event organisation * Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders * Admin fee * 20% VAT **THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance) * Food **HOW TO CONTACT US** For all enquiries, please PM Anna (the main organiser) via Meetup. Alternatively, you can email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours. Your guide will be Anna (07596844467, only for use during the hike). Please get in touch if you have any difficulty locating the meeting point or need help during the trip. **WHAT TO BRING** * Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support * Sunscreen (if sunny) * Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain) * Water (min 1L) * Packed lunch (optional) * Walking poles (optional) * Gaiters (optional) **REVIEWS ⭐** We have hosted over 600 events on Meetup and received an incredible number of positive reviews from our community. We’re proud to have achieved an **average event rating of 4.8 out of 5**. Please keep sharing your feedback – it helps us continue to improve and make every trip even better! **JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA** This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next! [Facebook group link](https://www.facebook.com/groups/220802492121957) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/london_social_hiking/) **REFUND POLICY** You can check our refund policy [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wmc2pJsSJ2EL1jKajVITPz3qjNepS2Tu/view?usp=drive_link).

🎃🌳 HALLOWEEN AT KEW

***🕯️ A spooky Halloween light trail filled with spooky fun in the enchanting Royal Botanic Gardens...*** 👋 **Hi everybody!** We’re meeting up for a hauntingly beautiful evening out at **Halloween at Kew** where we will explore the famous **Royal Botanic Gardens** after dark, completely transformed into a spectacular **1.5km illuminated trail**. The place will be packed with **moody light projections**, **fire performers**, and **hidden spooky surprises**. We will be walking a 1.5-hour outdoor trail together through different themed scare zones—including **Dracula's Lair**, **a Cursed Tomb**, and a **Medieval Dungeon**. Along the way, we can also grab **seasonal snacks** like **hot chocolate**, **hot toddies**, and **marshmallows** to roast over open fire pits. And the trail ends with a fun **Monster Disco** under **giant skull mirror balls**! ⏳ **Timing & Latecomer Logistics (Friendly but Fair!)** We want everyone to have a fantastic time, but because Kew Gardens operates on strict timed entry slots, **we have to head to the gates on time.** Here is how we will manage the evening: * **7:15 PM:** We’ll be meeting at **The Tap on the Line** (Fuller's pub) to grab drinks and get acquainted. I’ll post on the day exactly where our table will be sitting, or you can check our **live group chat section** to find us! * **7:55 PM:** We’ll stroll over to **Victoria Gate** together so we can arrive exactly for our **8:00 PM** entry slot. * **Running Late?** If you miss us at the pub, please do not panic, but do head straight to **Victoria Gate** to meet us. If you happen to arrive later or picked a different time slot, you can catch up with us via the group chat section of this page! **You will find further details, ticket information, and the map at the bottom of this page to help you find your way.** This is a fully outdoor walking event, so please wear **warm layers and comfortable, sturdy walking shoes**. Don't forget an umbrella just in case British weather decides to be spooky too! **See you guys there!** **Paris** 🍁🔮 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👉 **HEADS UP** * If you **sign up** and later can’t make it, please 🙏 drop us a message (**or change your RSVP**) — You can also follow our club **[@thehideoutmax](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/)** on instagram for fun updates. 🗓 **SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN** * **7:15 PM:** The Tap on the Line (Fuller's pub) * **8:00 PM:** Halloween at Key * **10:00 PM:** Event Ends 🎟️ **TICKET INFO & PRICES** * **Regular Price:** From £19.50 * **Members Price:** From £16.75 * **Tickets:** [Halloween at Key](https://www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/halloween-at-kew) 📍**VENUE ADDRESS** * **The Tap on the Line:** Kew Gardens Station, Station Parade, Kew, Richmond, TW9 3PZ * **Kew Gardens Victoria Gate:** Lichfield Road, Kew Gardens, Richmond, **TW9 3JR** 📱**STAY CONNECTED** * Join our WhatsApp or Telegram groups (available by request), or hop onto our **[WhatsApp Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V)** or **[Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk)** for quiet updates without the chat. Whatever you prefer! 🔊 **HOW WE ROLL** * Have fun, be respectful, and no abuse of any kind * Three-time no-show limit (applies after your first attended event), please update your RSVP if your plans change * This group is for over-18s only 🌐 **FOLLOW US ONLINE** * [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thehideoutmax/) * [Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/movieroadhouse/) * [WhatsApp News Channel](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDvGuK0AgW8KPxOnG2V) * [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/thehideoutuk) * [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8lKPsVlDHcEnh3N6G6MQsw) * [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/hideoutmax) * [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehideoutlondon) * [Threads](https://www.threads.com/@jonnyhideout) 🫂**RELATED HANGOUTS** * [Movie Roadhouse (London)](London) * [Cosmic Nightmares Book Club (London)](London) * [Ani-Mates: London Animation & Art Group](https://www.meetup.com/london-motion-design-and-animation-group/?eventOrigin=your_groups) * [Film & TV Review (London)](London) * [Event Horizon Film Club (North Virginia)](North%20Virginia)