Ghost Tours London

Lantern Walks - Secret and wonderful hidden quarters of Magical Marylebone!

**NEW WALK Hi all, cost & info below.** Please join everyone for a beautiful, quaint 2.8 mile circular Lantern evening walk, dressed in a cloak and Edwardian Hat. (a nice version of Jack of the Ripper basically!) Some amazing gems en route, and the village area will be getting lights ready for Christmas.. ooh.. approx 30-35 members will be on the walk, not what is advertised, as only half the members turn up with most meetup groups. Please note: We have to leave a bit earlier than dark, so to get into the old cemetery which closes early. (**Before this walk, in the daytime there is a wonderful walk in 'Notting Hill', not far by the underground train. If you decide to 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)** A beautiful restaurant where Meghan & Harry, Pippa Middleton, Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper, Bill Clinton dine (pictured), gorgeous lost cobbled stone alleyways and passages, Perfumo affair home location, historic pubs, where Paul McCartney lived with Jane Asher and wrote 'Yesterday' and 'I Wanna Hold Your Hand' with John Lennon Home of Frederick Treves (Surgeon who looked after the Elephant Man), beautiful Marylebone church, former burial ground of over 80,000 interments (if open), Jimi Hendrix's last location before he died, home belonging to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and where he wrote Sherlock Holmes and also a truly shocking, electrifying hidden gem!! **WHERE TO MEET** **(Please allow 15 minutes to arrive before departure time)** Walk starts and ends at Baker Street Station. Please meet by the Sherlock Holmes Statue near the front of the entrance of the Underground Station on the main Marylebone Road (Not the Baker Street Entrance) **COST** £10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day. There is no charge to RSVP beforehand on the Meetup event. Walks are normally 90% full before the day, so an early RSVP is advisable to avoid disappointment. **AFTER SOCIAL DRINKS/FOOD** The Metropolitan Bar - JD Wetherspoons by Baker Street Underground Station. Tables cannot be reserved at Weatherspoon pubs so it may be scattered tables for the group or standing if busy. **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!

KINGS CROSS....... METAMORPHOSIS........ Guided tour with Barrie

Here is another chance to visit this regenerated area and see the terrific changes taking place. Barrie leads this great tour of the new and the old **KINGS CROSS.... METAMORPHOSIS** (and still a work in progress) Anyone old enough to remember Kings Cross in the 1980's will talk of Homelessness, prostitution, drug selling and taking, slum properties and lawlessness. Kings Cross was a mess, an embarrassment. Today tells a different story. The planners can be praised at the way they have re invented the area without losing its original identity. Its railway heritage has been kept as old buildings still stand with new interiors, yes, the usual 'shops and restaurants'are in abundance but the way they have re landscaped around the canal and the gas holders just has to be seen. Our walk not only takes you round the new Kings Cross we also seek out what remains of its more sordid past. This includes an amazing housing estate of the 1930's, a churchyard with a very famous inhabitant, a hidden crescent from a bygone era and a town hall with carnival connections. The area's star attractions will not be missed, Hotels, Stations and a great library. so much to see so little time. The walk cost £15 cash on the day and takes over two hours but time will fly on this great tour. Any questions or queries contact Barrie on 07860 911393 or bazaway@aol.com JOIN OUR 45+ NOT GRUMPY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY \* <[https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/](https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/)>

Ghosts After Dark 👻

Paranormal Activity @ Ambassadors Theatre

Alt Ladies London experiences **Paranormal Activity** at **The Ambassador Theatre**. "James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are... Inspired by the iconic, terrifying film series, Paranormal Activity is a new story live on stage." See more: https://paranormalonstage.com/london/#about We'll **meet at 6:30pm** to have a drink and a chat at the theatre bar before the **show starts at 7:30pm**. I've got seat **Stalls B9** (second row from the stage). **Price**: depends on the chosen seat. B9 was £68. There are a few seats left for £28 and £38. **Tickets**: https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/paranormal-activity/ambassadors-theatre/tickets/6758793A-4A1D-44DC-9618-B5370A5C296E **Location**: Ambassadors Theatre, West St, London WC2H 9ND After the show we can find a place nearby for some drinks and chat. :) This is a women only meetup event, female guests welcome! We have the right to refuse guests if warranted. If you wish to join our WhatsApp group, please contact an organiser.

Killing PostgreSQL By 50,000 Parameters & A PostgreSQL 19 Whirlwind Tour

On 12 November we will be gathering again for some Postgres and a pint. We'll have the following folks presenting: * Greg Clough from DRW with Death by 50,000 Parameters * Jonathan Katz from Databricks with A PostgreSQL 19 Whirlwind Tour We're proud that [ClickHouse](https://clickhouse.com/cloud/postgres) is sponsoring and helping make this event happen! **Mark your calendars and come along!** We are a very informal bunch, so hoping to see you and your colleagues there! We do need to know the numbers, so please register if you are planning on coming. **WHERE** The Star of Kings 126 York Wy, London N1 0AX **WHEN** Thursday, 12 November from 18:30. **PROGRAMME** 18:30 Welcome 19:00-19:45 **Death by 50,000 Parameters: How pg_stat_statements Can Knock Over Your Patroni Cluster** by Greg Clough from DRW 19:45-20:00 Food and bar snacks 20:00-20:30 **A PostgreSQL 19 Whirlwind Tour** by Jonathan Katz from Databricks 20:30 It's a pub, so we'll stay and hang out a bit longer — but feel free to leave whenever you prefer! **TALKS** **Death by 50,000 Parameters: How pg_stat_statements Can Knock Over Your Patroni Cluster** *[Greg Clough](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gclough/), [DRW](https://www.drw.com/)* Think an observability extension can’t take down high availability? Think again. We’ll break down an edge-case production post-mortem where dynamic queries with tens of thousands of parameters caused pg_stat_statements hash table saturation, exclusive lock stalls, and cascading health check timeouts in Patroni (pre-4.1.4). Learn the mechanics behind the stall and how to protect your HA topology against similar blind spots. **A PostgreSQL 19 Whirlwind Tour** *[Jonathan Katz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkatz05/), [Databricks](https://www.databricks.com/overview)* What's new in PostgreSQL 19? Quite a bit, and there's features for everyone who uses Postgres - app developers, DBAs, administrators, and more. In this presentation, we'll review new features in PostgreSQL 19, including new performance improvements that speedup reads from storage, better support property graph and bitemporal, and jsonpath queries, more OAuth capabilities, new monitoring data, and much more. We'll explore how these new capabilities build on previous PostgreSQL features, helping you understand how they fit into your daily usage. \*\*\* **Thanks again to** [ClickHouse](https://clickhouse.com/cloud/postgres) **for making this event possible.** \*\*\* THE OFFICIAL BITS The meet-up abides by [PostgreSQL Code of Conduct](https://www.postgresql.org/about/policies/coc/). Postgres, PostgreSQL and the Slonik Logo are trademarks or [registered trademarks of the PostgreSQL Community Association of Canada](https://www.postgresql.org/about/policies/trademarks/), and used with their permission.

'Murder, Medicine & Missionaries – The Hidden East End' Guided Walk

Come along on Saturday 14th November for a Blue Badge Guided Walk on London's hidden east end! 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** On this walk discover Whitechapel based reformers and radicals who have left a lasting legacy in medicine and social work. Characters we’ll meet along the way include social reformer Dr Barnardo, surgeon Frederic Treves, nurse Edith Cavell and the “Elephant Man” Joseph Merrick. Sites we will view include a former brewery, a hospital turned town hall, a former bell foundry, places of worship, the “monster dosshouse” where author George Orwell stayed and the site of a six hour siege. We’ll finish at a pub associated with a high profile murder. The walk is a private walk for the group, we will be guided by Blue Badge guides [Diane Burstein](https://www.guidelondon.org.uk/guides/dianeburstein/) and [Rachel Kolsky](https://www.itg.org.uk/register-of-guides/rachel-kolsky). Rachel 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/QHZ1Y3UB](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QHZ1Y3UB)) \- 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 in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', 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 'Blind Beggar pub', 337 Whitechapel Road, for a chat over a drink. We finish close to Whitechapel 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/)***

New - Tim’s walk: an exploration of medieval Smithfield

Come and join Tim on an exploration of Smithfield where medieval London comes to life. This is a much more detailed walk than the ones we’ve done in the past. We’ll look in depth at one of the most historic areas of London, full of reminders of the past. We’ll visit two churches dating from the 11th century and two, perhaps three museums which bring to life the history of the area over the last 800 years. We’ll look at the rise and fall of the monasteries that dominated this area and visit some of the most historic and beautiful churches in London. This is a weatherproof walk; if it’s raining we’ll just spend a bit more time indoors. We’ll end in one of London’s great pubs. Fee is £12 in cash, bank transfer , PayPal or by card. Tel: 07846899156 for emergencies.

History of Pubs and Drinking Tour

My Favourite City Gardens

Photo by Jim Osley. **MEET: 10.45 for tea in Ole and Steen Unit 4, 60 London Wall.** **or 11.15 for the start of the walk just outside.** **My number is 07815009191.** Please pay £12 either to my account sort code 090128 account number 75471878 or cash on the day. Did you know that there are approximately 376 open spaces totalling 32 hectares in the Square Mile that include parks, gardens, churchyards and plazas? No, neither did I! When I found this out I thought it was time to explore some of the best of them. On this walk we will visit: the churchyard given over to remembering those who sacrificed all, Britain's oldest public park two historical graveyards amongst others. There's a pavement with a difference and a chance to find out why quakers are called quakers. If you see unpaid by your name just ignore it.

The Lord Mayor's Show!

Come along on Saturday 14th November to see the Lord Mayor's Show! **About the show** The Lord Mayor's Show has floated, rolled, trotted, marched and occasionally fought its way through 800 years of London history, surviving the black death and the blitz in WW2 to arrive in the 21st century as one of the world’s best-loved pageants. Thanks to the ancient and justified concerns of King John (was king from 1199 - 1216), every newly-elected Lord Mayor is required to leave the safety of the City of London, travel upriver to distant Westminster and swear loyalty to the Crown. Over the centuries this inconvenient journey became one of London's favourite rituals. It moved from river barges (down the River Fleet and then down the Thames) to horseback and then into the magnificent State Coach, and around it grew the rowdy and joyful medieval festival that became known as the Lord Mayor's Show! The modern procession is over 3 miles long with 63 floats, 7000 participants, 20 marching bands, 150 horses, 18 carriages and countless vehicles. **Cost** It's free to attend! **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/QHZ1Y3UB](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QHZ1Y3UB)) \- 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 in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', 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 'Ye Olde London Pub', 42 Ludgate Hill (very close to the watching point) in the downstairs bar to chat over a drink. Please note, we only wait outside the station for 10 minutes after the advertised meeting time, so please be early or on time. If you arrive late, we will be watching the show from Ludgate Hill (near to St. Martin Ludgate church). If you can't see us outside the station, please text. Hope to see you there! Robert 07905 901 834 (prefer text) or email: [general@cultureseekers.org](http://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/)***

Petersfield to Alton - idyllic woods, views, hangers and hidden pastures

**SUMMARY** Distance: **24km (approx 15 miles)** Ascent: c. **585m** Estimated Duration (approx): **6 hours walking** (4km/hr) Difficulty: Moderate to energetic Group size: 20 hikers Torch: Might be needed! **HIGHLIGHTS** * **The legacy of Gilbert White** – visiting Selborne, home of the naturalist whose pioneering observations of wildlife inspired *The Natural History of Selborne*, a seminal work that has influenced generations of naturalists, including Charles Darwin. * **Wonderful views**, particularly from Shoulder of Mutton Hill looking towards the South Downs * **Autumn woodland at its best** – winding paths through fields and pastures, with beech, ash, yew and lime trees hopefully putting on a colourful seasonal display. * **Quintessential English countryside** – rolling hills, wooded slopes and peaceful rural landscapes. **THE WALK** We’ll start in Petersfield and head along part of the 34 km (21-mile) Hangers Way, a less-travelled long-distance path through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It will be an undulating hike through the little-known countryside north of Petersfield, heading towards Alton. Much of the route passes through countryside that has changed little over the centuries with dramatic hill-top views, secluded valleys and woodlands. The the route taking us along distinctive *hangers* , otherwise known as ancient woodland clinging to steep slopes. We’ll be rewarded with fantastic views from Shoulder of Mutton Hill after a stiff climb, as we continue through autumnal woodland towards Hawkley. The first 40% of the route follows my Petersfield to Liss walk before we peel off to continue north towards Selborne where we’ll stop for lunch at the museum cafe. https://gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk Selborne is famous for the home of Gilbert White whose close observation of wildlife and its behaviour helped shape the development of modern natural history and is nestled in the valley of surrounding hanger valleys. From there, we’ll make our way to Alton amongst further lush woodlands, finishing with a well-earned pub stop near the station. And sorry for the early start, but sunset is a 4pm and it's dark by 4.30pm. *ps. My walks make time to enjoy the views, take in local history, and look at interesting buildings along the way.* **PROGRAMME** You can choose to **meet at London Waterloo or the Hike Starting Point**. The applicable time and meeting points are detailed below. **MEETING POINT:** We will assemble in front of Information Desk under the large clock, and by the large Pret. **MEETING DETAILS** **Assembly Time:** 08.00- for those wanting in on a Group Save 08.15 - for people who have their own tickets as we move to the train 08.30 - train departs 09.32 - train arrives in Petersfield **HIKE START POINT** Leave at: promptly at **09.35** Meetup Point: **Petersfield Train Station** \- outside the front **RETURN** Return trains from Alton - train times are 17.14, 17.43 etc (about 1 hour journey on fast train). Everyone is flexible to go back when they want. **HIKE COST** The cost for the hike is £12 per person. **TRAIN INFORMATION** For those buying their own tickets, please get: **A single to PETERSFIELD & and a single from ALTON to London.** Woking is where the trains forks to Petersfield and Alton. **GROUP SAVE PRICE** If you want to join, please message me. At the moment * Singles range from **£12.20 - £14.90** from Waterloo to Petersfield * Return from Alton to London is **£16.35**. *Buy a Network Railcards for £35/ year for similar off peak savings. www.network-railcard.co.uk.* **REVIEWS** [Trip Advisor](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/aaa-outdoor-hiking-adventure-travel/feedback-overview/) **PRICE INCLUDES** · Guided hike planned and led by an experienced AAA leader, trained in Outdoor First Aid. **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** · Travel costs · Lunch, drinks or any refreshments · PayPal fees **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST** [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)complete list[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist) · Suitable hiking shoes or boots · Packed lunch and snacks · Water - 2 litres recommended · Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!) · Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece · Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** If you can no longer join the hike, please message the Host listed on here, and update your RSVP status to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the hike is full, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', we will refund you, less than the PayPal/Meetup fees. To obtain this, please email info@aaalondongroup.com **after the event**, with the email address you use on your PayPal account and transaction reference. If the hike is not full, unfortunately we will not be able to provide any refund. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/frequently-asked-questions). 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. 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Gutsy Girls Event | Epping Forest - Guided Hikes and Wildlife Walks

**🌲 Epping Forest Walk (15.5km)** Discover Almost 6000 Acres of Ancient Forests Walk through the ancient woodland of Epping Forest, London’s largest open space. The route runs from Epping to Chingford, through pollarded hornbeam and beech, past streams, ponds and two Iron Age forts, with a stop at the tea hut to refuel. No car needed, it’s all on the tube map. **Start Point: Epping Tube Station** **Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM** **Cost: £27** **✨ Why Join Us?** ✔ Fully guided, women-only hikes ✔ Explore stunning countryside without the hassle of planning ✔ Less than an hour on the train Ditch the city and dive straight into nature with minimal effort. Come along and discover just how much rolling countryside exists just outside London! **📅** Limited Spots Available, Reserve Yours Now **Full Event Details: [Guided Hikes in the UK](https://www.gutsygirls.co.uk/guided-hikes-and-wildlife-walks)** Ticketed Event - You must book to secure your spot. **🔒 Safe & Secure with Us** With over eight years of experience, Gutsy Girls Ltd is a trusted, insured travel company. **🐻Why Gutsy Girls?** We run active holidays for women who want to have a go at something new, somewhere unexpected, in good company. Nothing to organise, because a holiday shouldn't feel like work. That's our job. **🙌 Solo Adventures Welcome** We only offer small group trips, designed for solo travellers to meet like-minded women and easily make friends. **⭐️Highly Recommended** Don't just take our word for it, check out our 5-star reviews on **[Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/gutsygirls.co.uk)** **🌍** Check out more of our adventures **[here](https://gutsygirls.co/3ITdPMN)** Follow us on **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gutsygirls_/)**