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 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. **👻 7:50PM: 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. Early Bird Ticket: £10.25 (limited availability) 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

Jack the Ripper: London’s Darkest Secrets Walking Tour

Step into the gas-lit streets of Victorian London and uncover the chilling story of Jack the Ripper. This evening walking tour takes you deep into Whitechapel, where one of history’s most notorious serial killers stalked his victims. Follow your expert guide as you: Visit the actual sites of the Ripper’s murders Explore hidden alleys and cobblestoned lanes Hear the true stories of the victims and the suspects See rare photographs and police reports Learn how the crimes shocked London — and the world Your guide will separate fact from fiction, using historical evidence and forensic insight to paint a vivid picture of life in East London in 1888. ⚠️ **IMPORTANT**: Attendance Confirmation Required To help us manage attendance, please complete the form below if you will be attending. You will only be added to the confirmed list once the form has been completed. **Confirm here:** https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO_ujT7S1q-3EiZgkxHfPxJGgG8CnlYNCrHqQkLPNXmEC4Gw/viewform?usp=header If you are unable to join, please just send us a message to let us know.

Music Tour of St James and Beyond! - Drinks after at a historic music Venue!

**NEW WALK Hi all, cost & info below.** **This walk is only once every 2 years.** 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. Please join us for a BRAND NEW, fun 3 Mile Linear Music Walking Tour of St James and beyond! A major area for Music and famous Acts through the years with drinks after at a historic music Venue! An amazing music walking tour about the famous music icons that roamed St James and beyond, with the original songs played on stereo speakers from the Human Jukebox! Highlights of the walk include where John Lennon met Yoko Ono, where Keith Moon (The Who) and Mama Cass (Mamas and Papas) died, where Bob Dylan caused havoc in a prestigious London hotel, the Beatles tried on their new tailored Sgt. Pepper outfits, where Queen, Dionne Warwick, Frank Sinatra hung out, secret basement clubs of the 60's and 70's, gentleman's clubs, gambling and drinking dens and the London home of Radio Luxembourg Concert venues for The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Animals, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Fleetwood Mac, Genesis, Pink Floyd and Jimi Hendrix's first gig in the UK, where Bohemian Rhapsody was played on the radio for the first time, the Royal Command performance venue where Lennon said 'Rattle your jewelry' comment, where the Hard Rock Cafe started **WHERE TO MEET** **(Please allow 15 minutes to arrive before departure time)** Please meet outside the front of Green Park Station on the main road. The meeting area outside the station is directly next to Ritz Restaurant. When you arrive at Green Park underground station please look for Picadilly (South Side) exit. Walk ends at Leicester Square Underground Station **COST** £10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day. **AFTER SOCIAL DRINKS/MEAL** London Hippodrome (free to enter) Home of the famous music venue (Talk Of The Town) **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!

Highgate - BRAND NEW WALK 'A Step back in time delightful Walk!

**Hi all, cost and info below.** 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 BRAND NEW WALK. A stunning linear 3mile beautiful walk from Highgate to Archway. Some amazing highlights on the walk include the stunning, old quaint village of Highgate, story of a ghost of an animal, the homes and former homes of George Michael, Sting, Kate Moss, Jamie Oliver, Jude Law, Terry Gilliam and Graham Chapman from Monty Phython, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, where Charles Dickens stayed, where Dick Whittington returned to London after hearing the bow bells, a break at a lovely cafe in a wonderful, delightful park. It truely is an amazing walk, the walk does not enter Highgate Cemetery as there are cost, but through the railings we can see the grave of Karl Marx WHERE TO MEET - Please meet outside the front of 'Jacksons Lane Arts Centre' which is on the opposite side of the road from Highgate Station. If coming by Highgate Underground Station (Northern Line) please follow the 'Exit 3 Escalator to Archway Road' sign. Once you come out the underground turn left on the main road, cross the road where the small shops are and stay in the road till you get to 'Jacksons Lane Arts Centre' at 269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA. **£10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day** Food/Beverages after in pub, very near Archway Station (Northern Line) **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!

Shorter Monday classic: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson

The Haunting of Hill House *by Shirley Jackson is a 1959 gothic horror novel about a notoriously isolated mansion that preys upon the fragile minds of a small group of paranormal investigators.* If you've been before and would like to help pay for the Meetup group, you can contribute "£1-2" per meeting (now collected around Dec & Jun). This optional payment does not apply to your first meeting and no-one is turned away for lack of funds. General plan: by 7pm some of us should be in the upstairs room at the pub but we usually start by discussing books to read in future in case anyone arrives late. Typically we'll talk about the book until after 8pm, when there's a short break to go to the bar, then any further discussion till after 9, though of course you can leave at any point. The Shirker's Rest takes cards, not cash, and serves a range of soft drinks, wine and spirits in addition to their beer and cider selection [https://theshirkersrest.co.uk/drinks/ ](https://theshirkersrest.co.uk/drinks/)\- they don't have a kitchen but encourage you to order from [https://yardsalepizza.com/menu/](https://yardsalepizza.com/menu/) ..! **COVID-19 safety measures** This is indoors though we should be able to open at least one window. Please do not attend if you feel unwell, or have a positive Covid test/symptoms - you are encouraged to a) be as vaccinated as you can, b) wear a mask if you prefer, c) follow current Covid precautions, especially if you're at risk of passing on or catching the virus.

The 3rd Annual SMFC Halloween Pub Crawl: Deathlore

The dreaded sun is defeated, and the moon takes her rightful throne. The citizens of London draw closed their curtains as dark-winged omens fill the sky. Three wooden knocks are heard as you walk past the churchyard, and the ticking of a clock slows to a stop. Come one, come all, to your doom… **…it’s the SMFC Halloween pub crawl! 👻🎃💀🪦** After two consecutive hauntings with the ghosts of the Square Mile, we still have much yet to discover about deathlore (the folklore of death), with its symbols, omens, characters and popular customs. Such as: -Which tube station to head to to catch your train to the underworld? -What city animals are trying to warn you of your impending doom? -What should you wear for the most bewitching corpse photo? -What symbols should you carve on your headstone to fill your enemies with fear? -Is there any part of London that isn’t a plague pit, actually? Join us for an eerie walk through the folklore of death, featuring: -Burial grounds and haunted locations -Ghosts, revenants and cryptids -Optional games, challenges and prizes -Omens, rituals, customs, characters, symbols and more -And of course…pubs! Route is being finalised so the starting point will be updated in the coming weeks, but it will be in central London. Some important information: -Attendants must be over 18, no exceptions. Please bring valid ID. -We will be doing a lot of walking, so please wear comfy footwear and warm clothes. -We may be using some public transport on the day where it's efficient to do so, so please ensure you arrive with a topped up oyster card or contactless card. -Eat beforehand! Not only may you be partaking in alcohol (although this is by no means mandatory), this is also a long event. While you are encouraged to purchase bar snacks wherever they are available, we will not be able to stop for a larger meal. -When consuming alcohol: please ensure you pace yourself, know your limits and stick to them, as we will NOT be able to be responsible for you should you overimbibe. -While joining this event is free, please do make a purchase from each pub we visit if you can, even if it's a soft drink or snack. We would like to continue to have spooky pubs to go to, and support their continued operation! Disclaimers: -We are not professional tour guides, historians, folklorists or academics! Only enthusiastic amateurs. -This is a free event, so please ensure that you keep your RSVPs (including those on the waiting list) up to date to ensure that as many people who want to come as possible are able to. No-shows and cancellations with less than 3 days notice may be removed from the group to prevent future wasted spaces. Many thanks for your understanding! -Event details may change closer to the time as plans are firmed up so please keep an eye on the info and comments!

Day trip by coach - Coastal hike, three towns & mini steam train! (NOW FULL)

THE TRIP IS NOW FULL, IF YOU WISH TO ATTEND, ADD YOURSELF TO THE WAITING LIST AND I WILL CONTACT YOU IF A PLACE BECOMES AVAILABLE. Come along on Saturday 26th September to visit the Kent coast for a 5 mile hike, visit three towns and ride the mini steam train! **About the day** We will be heading to the Kent coast to the town of Hythe, then walk 5 miles along the coast to Dymchurch, before catching the mini steam train to Dungeness. We will be able to spend some time in all three towns. **Hythe** Hythe is an old market town with both medieval and Georgian buildings, as well as a Saxon/Norman church on the hill. Its seafront is mainly Victorian. It offers stunning views across Southampton Water and is known for its historic pier. We will then walk 5 miles along the coast to Dymchurch (alternatively, you can catch a local bus number 102 to Dymchurch). **Dymchurch** Dymchurch sits at the very edge of the Romney Marshes and played a vital role in defending the coastline, with the Martello Towers and Dymchurch Wall forming part of the Napoleonic sea defences. It has a sand and shingle beach. **Mini Steam Train** From Dymchurch, we will then get the mini steam train to Dungeness. Opening in 1927, the track runs parallel to the coast on a gauge of 15 inches (380 mm). **Dungeness** Dungeness is a unique headland on the coast of Kent, famous as Britain's only desert due to its vast, windswept shingle landscape. It has a collection of old fishing houses and their boats are still visible on the shingle. It also has a lighthouse, built in 1904. **Coach seating** * If you wish to reserve a seat on the coach in advance, after you pay please look at the seating plan in the photos [here](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/36145137/535877224/)[ ](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/36082031/535244656/)and then email me - [general@cultureseekers.org](http://general@cultureseekers.org), with the seat number/s you wish to reserve. Its first come first served. * The seat you sit on when you board the coach is yours for the day. If you wish to change seats on the coach during the day, you will need to get permission from the individual who is seated there. **Cost** Cost is £27 per person for Full Members and £33 per person for everyone else. After you RSVP: You will need to make payment (its not automatic), so either: \- send a bank transfer: TSB Bank plc\, sort code: 77\-66\-65\, account no: 00030809\, Account name: Cultureseekers \- Pay via credit card in advance \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QDOWSSXO](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QDOWSSXO)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' Once you RSVP and then pay, I will confirm your place. You have 3 days to make a payment, if no payment is received within 3 days, your place will be offered to the first person on the waiting list. **Mini Steam Train** If you wish to get the mini steam train, its £16 per person, payable by cash or credit card on the day. **Become a Full Member** To become a Full Member (£14 a year) either: \- Pay cash at an event \- Pay via Bank Transfer \(email me – general@cultureseekers\.org for details\) \- Pay via credit card on the day or in advance \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' Benefits of becoming a Full Member [here...](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/531979527/) **Food & drink** Its up to you whether you wish to bring your own food and drink or purchase items whilst there. If you can't see us on Tothill Street, please text. Please note, we only wait for 10 minutes after the advertised meeting time, so please be early or on time. The coach has to leave at a specific time. Look out for the red and blue 'London Cultureseekers' group sign. Hope to see you there! Robert 07905 901 834 (prefer text) or email: [general@cultureseekers.org](general@cultureseekers.org) ***On the day, if you can’t make the visit, just change your RSVP to No or text me to say you can’t make it. Please don’t post any messages in the comments that you can’t make it, as this generates spam for everyone else.*** ***Please make sure you are aware of the group rules here before RSVPing - [https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/)***

15.5 or 11 miles, Petworth Park, Roman Villa, Amberley & Arundel Castle Hike

Angel to Alexandra Palace: Hidden Tracks & Historic Trails

**DESCRIPTION** Join us for a scenic 15km walk linking some of North London's most interesting green spaces and hidden routes. Starting near Angel, we'll follow sections of the historic New River, explore the wildlife-rich Woodberry Wetlands, enjoy the unique Parkland Walk along a disused railway line, and finish with panoramic views from Alexandra Palace. 🌟 Special Feature: The Return of "Walking ChatGPT" 🌟 For those who've joined our previous London Walk Series events, you'll be pleased to know that Toby, affectionately known as "Walking ChatGPT", will once again be sharing fascinating insights, local history, hidden stories and quirky facts throughout the walk. Whether it's the history of the New River, the railway heritage of Parkland Walk, or tales behind Alexandra Palace, Toby always adds an extra dimension to our outings. Expect a mix of urban nature, waterside paths, woodland trails, local history, and great photo opportunities. The pace will be moderate, with plenty of opportunities to pause, chat, and take in the surroundings. **Social media pic of this event previously:** New event! **WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO** Distance: **15kM** route Ascent: c.**133 metres** Estimated Duration (approx): **5 hours walking** Difficulty: \**[Moderate](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/hike-grade)* **PROGRAMME** Meeting Point: Angel station 12:00. Ending Alexandra Palace 17:00-18:00ish **COST** The cost is **£12 per person** for hike only. **HIKE INCLUDES** * Guided Hike planned and led by experienced AAA leader who is Lowland leader qualified, Wilderness First Aid qualified, Summer Mountain Leader trained. * PayPal fees **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Lunch, drinks or any refreshments * Souvenirs * Meetup Fee levied on all purchases via meetup * Entrance fees to any attractions you wish to visit **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)[full list](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/kit-lists)[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)** * Suitable hiking shoes or boots * Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!) * Water [2L recommended] * Warm/Windproof layer, e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece * Wicking base layer, e.g. Polyester/Tencil/Merino * Camera & Phone **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** If you can no longer join the event, please message the host and update your RSVP status on MeetUp to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the event sells out, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', please email us on [[info@aaalondongroup.com](mailto:info@aaalondongroup.com)]([mailto:info@aaalondongroup.com](http://mailto:info@aaalondongroup.com/)) after the event date, requesting a refund, including your PayPal email address, so we can locate the payment. Unfortunately, as PayPal retains the original transaction fee, we cannot refund this. If the hike is not full, we are sorry, we are unable to issue a refund. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page. We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA Hiking Terms and Conditions. [Original image on Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:AlexandraPalace.jpg)⁠ · [CC BY-SA 2.5 licence](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5/deed.en)⁠ [FAQs](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq) \| [Terms and Conditions](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/terms-and-conditions) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaahiking/) \| [Trip Adviser](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Website](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/) © AAA London Group Ltd. Errors and Omissions Excepted

Optional Groups tickets for 03 October

**Group Travel Ticket (Optional)** *ℹ️ Payment required by Wed, Sep 30 · 9:00 AM* The organiser will pre-purchase Southern DaySave group tickets a few days before the event. **Event:** **[Hills are not enough | free tough hike | 34km (21.1mi)](https://www.meetup.com/freehiketogether/events/316001839/)** Tickets can be viewed **[HERE](https://ticket.southernrailway.com/daysave/2026-10-03/VIC/4/)** Each ticket costs **£52 for four people**, making it **£13 per person**. Payment must be made in advance. The ticket provides unlimited travel on the Southern Railway network on **Saturday, 3 October 2026**. All four passengers must travel together, sit together where possible, and pass through the barriers together. You may join the group en route, for example at Clapham Junction or East Croydon, but you must have your own valid ticket to pass through the barriers. The organiser will try to arrange groups of four based on attendees’ travel plans. The tickets will be distributed at the end of the hike, allowing people to travel home together or stay a little longer at the pub. ***Note:*** *This group-ticket option is only suitable if you plan to walk with the main group. If you intend to hike independently, leave the group, or fall significantly behind, this may not be a suitable option for you.* If a group cannot be formed before the tickets are purchased, payments will be refunded. Once the tickets have been purchased, payments are non-refundable unless someone else takes your place and pays for the ticket. Tickets will be allocated on a **first-paid, first-served basis**. Anyone who signs up but does not pay within a few hours may be removed to make space for others. After paying, please message AdrianB on WhatsApp at **+44 (0) 7438 812 663** with your transaction reference, Meetup profile name and the account name you used. You can also send this information through Meetup. \-\-\- **THIS OFFER IS FOR YOU IF** * You want to pay £13 for your total rail travel that day. * You are happy to travel as part of a group of four. * You understand that the group must travel together. * You understand that individual tickets are not provided. * You will travel to and from London Victoria with the group. \-\-\- **📍 MEETING POINT** 08:00 at London Victoria ticket office AdrianB will have the group tickets and coordinate the groups through the barriers. \-\-\- **HOW TO PAY** Bank transfer: Adrian Barnett trading as Hike Together Account number: 79677613 Sort code: 04-00-05 Payment link: [https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_iO4Ju34uDmGYdX](https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_iO4Ju34uDmGYdX) \-\-\- **PAID:** 01\. Samer Aldardari 02\. Paula 03\. Ranj 04\. Mila ... 05\. Lenie 06. 07. 08. 09. 10. 11. 12. \-\-\-

Tim's Walks: Victorian Philanthropy in the East End

Join Tim on a walk through the historic East End of Whitechapel and Stepney. At the end of the nineteenth century this was notorious as the poorest part of London. It was 'the ghetto', 'the abyss'. But it was also the centre of some of the great philanthropic movements of the time. Two of our greatest charities, the Salvation Army and Barnardo's, were set up within a few hundred yards of each other. Immigrant groups created self-help groups and wealthy benefactors built social housing for the poor. This is an astonishing walk through the heart of the old East End full of history and with some of the most extraordinary sights to be found in London from a Norman church to a 400 year old Jewish cemetery. We meet at 10.45 for 11am start at Costa Coffee, 275 Whitechapel Road, E1 1BY. It's right next to Whitechapel Tube Cost is £12, payable on the day, through cash, card PayPal or banktransfer. Any problems contact Tim on O7846899I56

'The London of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle & Sherlock Holmes' Guided Walk

Come along on Sunday 27th September for a Blue Badge Guided Walk on Sherlock Holmes and his creator; Sir Arthur Conan Doyle! Blue Badge Guides know London better than anyone. They have trained intensively for two years and passed the highest Tourist Guiding qualification in the UK. **About the walk** Travel back to the London of fogs and horse drawn cabs as we follow the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes and his creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. We will start in elegant St James’s, home to the “Diogenes Club” frequented by Mycroft Holmes and take in several locations mentioned in the novels and short stories featuring Doyle’s famous fictional detective. An embassy, hotels, historic shops, the home of the Metropolitan Police and a library all feature. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a Scottish writer and physician most noted for his fictional stories about the detective Sherlock Holmes. Holmes made his first appearance in 'A Study of Scarlet', published in 'Beeton's Christmas Annual' in 1887. Its success encouraged Conan Doyle to write more stories involving Holmes but, in 1893, Conan Doyle killed off Holmes, hoping to concentrate on more serious writing. A public outcry later made him resurrect Holmes. In addition, Conan Doyle wrote a number of other novels, including 'The Lost World' and various non-fictional works. The walk is a private walk for the group, we will be guided by Blue Badge guide [Diane Burstein](https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/guides/dianeburstein/) and [Vicky Bailey](https://britainsbestguides.org/guides/vicky-bailey/). Vicky will be starting at 2:15pm and Diane at 2:30pm, so on the day, just come along at your chosen time. **Payment for the walk** Full Members of the group will be £11, everyone else the cost is £13 per person (payable via cash or credit card on the day or in advance via PayPal or Bank Transfer). If you wish to pay in advance: \- send a bank transfer: TSB Bank plc\, sort code: 77\-66\-65\, account no: 00030809\, Account name: Cultureseekers \- Pay via credit card: \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QDOWSSXO](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QDOWSSXO)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' **Become a Full Member** To become a Full Member (£14 a year) either: \- Pay cash at an event \- Pay via Bank Transfer \(TSB Bank plc\, Sort code: 77\-66\-65\, Account no: 00030809, Account name: Cultureseekers) \- Pay via credit card on the day or in advance \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' Benefits of becoming a Full Member [here...](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/531979527/) **Afterwards** After we will head to the 'Coal Hole pub', 91-92 Strand, for a chat over a drink. We finish close to Temple Tube Station. If you can make it, please come to the pub afterwards, as it’s a great way to meet and get to know others after the visit. Please note, we will only wait at the station for 10 minutes after the advertised meeting time so please be early or on time. Look out for the red & blue 'London Cultureseekers' group sign outside the station. Hope to see you there! Robert 07905 901 834 (text only) or email: [general@cultureseekers.org](general@cultureseekers.org) ***On the day, if you can’t make the visit, just change your RSVP to No or text me to say you can’t make it. Please don’t post any messages in the comments that you can’t make it, as this generates spam for everyone else.*** ***Please make sure you are aware of the group rules here before RSVPing - [https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/)***