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Sylva, a discourse of Forest-Trees & the Witches' Tree - (14 miles)
Sat, Oct 31, 9:20 AMOn John Evelyn's birthday in 1620 a walk that's all about the trees, bathing in autumnal splendour 🍁🍂. And on Halloween a sprinkling of spookiness along the way 👻 Evelyn was the father of forestry, and a 17th-C conservation visionary. A founder of the Royal Society, widely travelled, campaigner for hospitals, diarist. And above all, passionate about trees. The walk heads to Wotton House, his home. Home too to the ghost of Dr Samuel Wilberforce looking through its window👻. Then we head into the North Downs woods through which Evelyn wandered, past the Witches' Tree 🎃 *Sylva* could well be written today: "*Truly, the waste and destruction of our woods has been so universal, that I conceive nothing less than a universal plantation of all the sorts of trees will supply, and well encounter the defect."* TRAVEL & WALK DETAILS Take the 9.41 train from London Victoria to DORKING. Walk starts from Dorking station at 10.40. An off peak day return ticket to DORKING is £10.50 with a Network card or Groupsave. Walk ends at WESTHUMBLE. Lunchtime pub stop. Bring a packed lunch. *How to join?* * The walk is entirely free of charge; * You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses; * Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part); * Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section! IMPORTANT Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes. Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen. Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-) By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer. Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered. We advise not to buy tickets until the day. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
Bewl Water - a most stunning walk
Sat, Oct 31, 8:50 AMA most stunningly beautiful 11 mile medium paced walk in the Sussex countryside and by a clockwise stretch of beautiful Bewl Water ! Bewl Water is a reservoir and is the biggest stretch of open water in the whole of the South East. Let's go with the flow ! Please only rsvp if you can walk 2.5 miles per hour and you should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity. Please arrive by 8.55am to facilitate the purchase of group train tickets - Wadhurst return - for the train at 9.24am that arrives at 11.05am after rail replacement bus from Tonbridge to Wadhurst. Train ticket : Wadhurst return. Or you may decide to drive. The walk shall commence at 11.25am if the toilets are open at Wadhurst train station. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 non refundable by bank transfer in advance, details available upon request. No PayPal. We shall have a drink at the end of the walk in Three Legs Cross before aiming to take the 254 bus at 4.29pm and then the replacement bus and train back to London. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc as well as waterproof jacket and walking shoes/trainers or boots plus sunhat, suncream and sunglasses. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.
Salamander's Hill (14 miles)
Sat, Nov 7, 9:30 AMWhere is Salamander? A walk to where the best autumn colours are guaranteed, but where lies Salamander? This mystery tour through Surrey hills first visits a place of exotic foliage in autumnal finery. Then a hill crowned by a folly. Finally Salamander's hill, from which to witness the going down of the sun. Places in the Surrey hills that may be known but not as much as may be thought. Outward Travel: Take the train departing 9.56 AM from London Waterloo to FARNCOMBE. An off peak day return is £17.00 with Groupsave or Network card. Beforehand from 9.30 AM the organizer will be easy to spot near the ticket office in the centre of the station to act as a focal point for people arranging group tickets. Walk start: 10.50 AM from Farncombe rail station. Bring a packed lunch. Village/pub stop for drinks. Walk ends at GUILDFORD. 🔦As always in the winter months a torch is advisable in case it may be needed 🔦 *How to join?* * The walk is entirely free of charge; * You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses; * Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part); * Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ *What to bring* * Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended * Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk * Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case * Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section! IMPORTANT Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes. Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen. Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-) By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer. Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered. As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
Xmas Magical Mayfair at Christmas Time! Extremely enchanting Christmas Walk!
Wed, Dec 9, 5:40 PM**Hi all, cost & info below.** Please join everyone for a beautiful 3 mile 'Midweek Magical Mayfair At Christmas' Walk! (Please note: The Midweek Xmas Mayfair Walk is operated once only per year) Mayfair is very much not on the radar at Christmas for Christmas lights and that's good, because we pretty much have it all to ourselves in some areas of Mayfair! The area is more quaint, with some truly hidden Christmas gems. Intially it is very busy but quietens down soon after with people. (**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 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. **£10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day** **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! The individual walks have been created from an original route several miles in length (usually on average about 40 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!
🎄The Big London Christmas Drinks 2026
Thu, Dec 3, 5:30 PMIt’s that time of year again! 🎅 AAA, Go London and London Explorers are joining forces for our annual Christmas get-together — bringing together people from across our London hiking, adventure and social communities for a festive night out. Whether you regularly hike with us, have joined us once or twice, or simply fancy meeting some great new people, everyone is welcome! Come along, grab a drink, meet some new people and celebrate Christmas with the London adventure community!
Lille Noël Christmas Market
Sat, Dec 5, 8:00 AMKick off Christmas in style visiting a top Christmas market with hiking each day Saturday and Sunday. Based in busy Lille this weekend guarantees the festive mood 🎅🌲 [Lille Christmas Market 2026 - Dates, Program, and Practical Info](https://www.festivalenfrance.com/en/festival/lille-christmas-market) Each day there is a chance to walk part of the GR 121B path which begins near the Belgian border and will be followed during the weekend to the outskirts of Lille. [GR®121B Hiking: Bailleul (Flanders) to Rieulay (Nord)](https://www.gr-infos.com/en/gr121_B.htm) As the link description says, the trail begins from the Flanders hills, with Flemish architecture, windmills and canals. Shared history is etched into the landscape: each day will end or start at Armentieres, about which grandfather and great-grandfather probably sang as they travelled these parts. Travel options include Eurostar, rail/ferry, cheap coach, or car via ferry or Channel Tunnel. Feel free to arrange car share here. The organizer will meet people at the walk start on Saturday morning. The route is well served by local trains and buses. *How to join?* * The walk is entirely free of charge; * You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses; * Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part); * Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section! IMPORTANT Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes. Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen. Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-) By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer. Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
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