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🌳 FREE BANK HOLIDAY HIKE – 🌿 London’s Farthing Downs & Happy Valley Loop
Mon, Aug 31, 9:15 AMOn this **12–14 km adventure**, we’ll swap city streets for sweeping chalk downs, hidden valleys, and peaceful woodlands. Meeting / starting around **10:15 am** outside **Coulsdon South Station** \- platform 1 exit \(meeting point & finishing point\)\, the urban world quickly disappears behind us as we step into wide open skies\, ancient paths\, and landscapes that feel truly wild\. We will aim to finish by max 2pm before lunch. **Highlights include:** ✨ Panoramic ridge walking on **Farthing Downs** ✨ Shady woodland trails through **Happy Valley** ✨ Wildlife-rich grasslands and late-season countryside colours This hike is the perfect mix of views, variety, and atmosphere — proof that you don’t have to travel far to find nature at its best. *** #### What to Bring 🥾 Good hiking shoes/boots (chalk paths can be slippery when damp) 💧 At least 2L of water + snacks 🧥 Layers & a waterproof jacket (it’s autumn after all!) 📸 Camera/phone for the big sky views 💪 A positive spirit — it’s called *Happy Valley* for a reason! *** #### Difficulty **Moderate** — mostly easy-going with a few short, sharp climbs. A good one if you want a challenge without being wiped out. Everyone is welcome, as I always say, just be ready to push yourself a little. *** #### Important Notes * This hike is **free**, but you are responsible for your own safety and well-being and not the organiser. * Please **stay with or behind the hike leader** — this keeps the group together and ensures no one gets lost or left behind. * Respect people, animals, and the environment. * Please read our *About Us* section before signing up to know our values/rules: 👉 [https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities](https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities) *** #### Post-Hike Social We’ll finish back at **Coulsdon South** early afternoon, before lunch, with the option of a drink/snack in a local pub. 🍻☕ *** #### Contact (lost/late) 📱 WhatsApp: **07830 374 629** *** ✨ Let’s end September with sweeping views, woodland trails, and fresh air just outside London. Who’s in?
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🔴🚶🏻 Hike: Petersfield II via Killer Hill & Queen Elizabeth Country Park [Ext]
Mon, Aug 31, 8:01 AMA gateway to the South Down National Park. With its hidden gems and quintessentially English scenery, it has a rich tapestry of wildlife, landscapes and tranquillity. Stretching across around 1,600km squared of England, from Winchester in the west to Eastbourne in the east. 🔴 **HIKE:** 📏 27km (16.8 miles) 🏔️ Elev. Gain: 790m 💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) *✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.* 📍 **Waterloo: Opposite Platform 11** 🔄 Start/End: **Petersfield Station** **/** [Waterloo Station] ⌚Meet from 09:01, the train departs at **09:30** *[arrives 10:32 at* Petersfield *\| Return train estimate: 18:18 / 18:48\]* **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. **Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket** We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ **Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)** I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this: 💳 **[PayPal (£25.75)](https://paypal.me/mubasher001/25.75)** ↕️ or 💳 **Revolut: (£25.75)** to **@mubashermalik** *Please send via **Friends & Family** and make sure no fee is charged.* ⏳**Deadline:** Sunday 9:01pm 📱 **Confirmation:** Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid. *ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Waterloo / Onboard train / Petersfield / possibly at cafe **🎒 Essentials:** * **Gear:** Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing. * **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and 1.5–2L of water. * **Tech:** Fully charged phone + portable power bank. * **Safety:** Emergency whistle + Headtorch (winter). * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand. Be ready to join the group promptly to keep us on schedule **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**
Taplow to Windsor along the Thames with local boat trip
Sun, Oct 4, 9:00 AMA perennial favourite of the group is this stunning 8 to 9 mile Thames Path walk. Let's go with the flow! Please arrive by 10am to facilitate the purchase of group return train tickets for the 10.47am Elizabeth line train to Taplow that arrives at 11.24am. We leave for the platform at 10.35am. Train ticket : return to Taplow Or you may decide to drive. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 by Saturday in advance by bank transfer, details available upon request. No PayPal. The walk shall commence by 11.40am. You should bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc waterproof jacket and walking shoes / trainers. Also sunhat, sunglasses and suncream. At Windsor we shall have a drink at Browns before taking the really fun OPTIONAL 40 minute French Brothers boat trip around Windsor. Please do not buy this ticket in advance for various reasons. We shall have an ice-cream too ! Getting back to London from Windsor is easy and would simply involve buying a small supplementary fare from Windsor & Eton Central train station to Slough. It is your responsibility to take note of all agreed times and to bide by them. You should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity and be able to walk 2.5 miles per hour. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.
London Society FREE WALK - Blackfriars to Battersea Power Station
Wed, Sep 30, 5:30 PMHave you ever wanted to be immersed within either the city or nature in the form of a walk and socialise at the same time? If so, this may be the right walk for you. Welcome to another one of the FREE WALK events where you have the opportunity to explore all the scenic routes I’ll execute whether there’s nature within, whether we get immersed within the city and feel great about yourself. With this particular walk, we will be walking down the river from Blackfriars to Battersea Power station. As we go along the river, we should see remnants of what makes the skyline, Tate modern, The house of Parliament and any other scenic views on the way. A transition from East Central to South West. After this, we may do an aftermath if you wish and let democracy decide. My fellow explorers, if you enjoyed the event, I’m more than happy to accept any donations which of course are optional but will go a long way to help me unlock and deliver even more exciting and engaging events and resources: https://www.paypal.me/calvinjoy Starting point: Blackfriars Ending point: Battersea Power Station Walking length: 3 miles Duration: 1 hour + Required clothing: Smart casual, comfortable shoes and a jacket in case it gets cold Departure: 20 minutes after the meeting time. WHAT - Walk down the River Thames WHERE - Blackfriars to Battersea Power station WHEN - 6:30pm - 8:30pm MEETING POINT - Outside Blackfriars Station near the Temperance Fountain NEAREST STATION - Blackfriars station REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour is all and whatever is listed above for the walk. Disclaimers: Please be on your best behaviour and respect one another. This group doesn’t tolerate any misbehaviour and misconduct. Should such a thing take place, you will be removed. If you ask a question that either already has the answer to it or doesn’t relate to the event at all, I won’t respond. Whenever an event takes place, I will cut off contact 20 minutes after the event commences. If you message even 1 minute after the cut off time, I won’t be available as I’m conducting the event. There will be photography and videography by myself so if you are photo conscious and/or do not want to be in the video, do kindly inform me and I’ll try my utmost best to not involve you in the picture. Let’s all be responsible but please be aware you come at your own risk. Do be mindful of your possessions, belongings and most importantly, your safety. The ‘London society of explorers’ accept no risk of liability at this event.
🔴🚶🏻 Hike: Darkness to Daylight - Midnight to Midday & Beyond ...🌌➡️🌄
Fri, Sep 4, 10:00 PM🌙 **Active Muslims: Midnight to Fajr to Sunrise & Beyond Hike!** Step into one of our most meaningful challenges yet - a multi‑peak, overnight journey combining elements from four of our hikes in the Surrey Hills. This hike blends quiet reflection, gentle endurance, and the beauty of moving through the night as a community. We’ll walk at a steady pace, embracing stillness, patience, and the calm of the forest after dark. ⭐ **Midnight Departure & Stargazing at Leith Hill** We begin at midnight, following peaceful woodland tracks towards Leith Hill, the highest point in South East England. Under open skies (British weather permitting), we’ll take our first long rest break to stargaze, breathe deeply, and enjoy the rare tranquility of the night. This is a moment to slow down, reset, and appreciate the quiet vastness around us. 🌅 **Fajar & Sunrise & at Holmbury Hill** Our path continues along the Greensand Way to the ancient Iron Age hillfort of Holmbury Hill, where dawn breaks over the horizon. Here, we will pray together, watch the sunrise, and take a peaceful nap as the world gently wakes beneath us. Afterwards, we descend towards a village, arriving around 8:00am for public toilets. 🌳 **The Final Stretch into Guildford** We continue through the beautiful morning light of Chantry Wood, following quiet trails that lead us directly into Guildford. We’ll finish with a relaxed, picturesque arrival into this historic town - perhaps even rounding off the experience with a well‑earned afternoon tea. *This experience requires endurance and mental patience, offering a meaningful chance to challenge yourself, strengthen your mindset and confidence, and grow.* 🔴 **HIKE:** 📏 33km (20.5 miles)\* 💓 Av. Pace: 4.4 - 5km/h\* 🏔️ Elev. Gain: 880m 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) *(\*16km to Horbbury Hill - slower pace, + 17km to Guildford - normal pace)* *⚠️ **NOTE:** This hike is only open to known/selected attendees that are flexible and have done several of our red hikes at pace with us (without moaning :). Please initially add yourself to the waitlist.* 📍 **Meet at:** **Waterloo Station** (opposite platform 3) ⌚ **Meet From:** 23:00 🚆**Departs**: **23:23** [arrives 00:14 at Dorking Main] 🚆**Return** train estimate: 15:00 from Guildford [arrived 15:40 Waterloo] ↪️ **Starts: Dorking Station** [Waterloo] ↩️ **Ends: Guildford Station** [return to Waterloo] **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. **Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket** We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible. You will need a single from Waterloo to Dorking (on 4th September) and a single from Guildford to Waterloo (on 5th September). ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ **Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)** I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this: 💳 **PayPay Here:** TBC *(\~£17 both, check update by Thursday 3rd September)* *Please send via **Friends & Family** and make sure no fee is charged.* ⏳**Deadline:** TBC 📱 **Confirmation:** Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid. *ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 IMPORTANT: You must use the toilets at Waterloo or on the train. There are **no toilet facilities** available until we reach the village in the morning, and then again in Guildford in the afternoon. **🎒 Essentials:** * **Gear:** Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing/warm jacket. **Make sure to bring a warm layer/blanket (SOL Emergency Bivy / Plastic Sheet-** Waterproof barrier against heavy ground dew on Holmbury Hill.) and Inflatable pillow recommended. * **Food/Water:** Packed dinner, snacks, breakfast snacks, and 2L+ of water. * **Thermos:** Ideally bring a thermous with something hot (tea, coffee etc) * **Tech:** Fully charged phone + portable power bank. * **Safety:** A reliable **Headtorch is essential** **preferably with a red light option** + Emergency whistle * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you also bring enough water for wudu. **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**
🧙 (Bank Holiday) Hiking Glastonbury: Land of Myths, Magic & Holy Grail Legend
Mon, Aug 31, 6:45 AM################# **Explore Britain’s most stunning trails in a small group of up to 15, travelling together by private minibus to beautiful, remote locations not easily reached by public transport.** **We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12gIZWTLfA3zQsx1fb0lpv1zOWP2vC5tq/view?usp=drive_link) to help answer your questions.** ################# Come and join us on a **bank holiday Monday** for a trip to **Glastonbury** – possibly the quirkiest town in England! Home to the famous **Glastonbury Music Festival**, this town sits 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'll 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 surrounding landscape, taking in the most significant sights. 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 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! 🤩 **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. **DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY** Distance: 4 miles (7km). Ascent: 220m. Difficulty: [Easy](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view). **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 **14:00-16:00** Free time for lunch and to explore Glastonbury's quirky shops **16:00** Departure **19:00** London, Hammersmith **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/315943636/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! 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