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Hike to Grey SEAL Pups Hike The Dunes in Stunning Light OUR MOST POPULAR EVENT
Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM**READ everything very Carefully to avoid Disappointment.** **Read everything carefully and then contact the host via WhatsApp for a deposit payment and seat Reservation. Deposit payment is £1 now. Only deposit payment of £1 can guarantee your participation. Signing up here doesn't guarantee your participation.** **WE did this event 3 times last year and it was a great success.** **This event has been posted on different websites and 3 different meetup groups. So we will get more people joining this event from elsewhere.** We are going to see the baby Seals at NORFOLK beach. ...... **Event Details:** Not bringing a camera will be a huge mistake. LET'S GO SEE THE BABY SEALS! Norfolk is THE Best place where you can see Baby Seals in the UK. November to February is the peak of the season when the beaches between Horsey and Winterton are home to some 5000 seals. Norfolk holds the world's two largest Atlantic grey seals colonies and I am taking you there. You will be able to observe at often just a couple of meters away the seals who come to these sandy beaches every year to give birth to those gorgeous white furry creatures. We will be able to observe seals of different ages. From the tiny few hours old white pups, to the full fat adolescents and up to the big males who weigh hundreds of kilos and who will be fighting a bit further down on the sand. Volunteers will be there to answer all our questions and to keep us from getting too close to those beautiful creatures, often unsuccessfully as those cubs being of a curious nature will approach us often far too close to inspect us. The seals will be the highlight of our trip but this will certainly not be all to see. We will hike the dunes of the Broads nature reserve and visit the stunning surrounding villages. We will hike around 7 miles, 4 miles will be right next to these absolutely gorgeous creatures, that will be your choice, they will be all over the place. Be prepared to take an alternative route for a few minutes if the mothers and pubs make their way to the path. They usually stay on the beach but the recent storm have driven them in the dunes and on the path meaning that, if you get too close, you better get ready to run cause mummies protect their pups. Babies will be wandering alone around us, they will come towards you but please, please, I cannot stress enough, do not touch them and step back as the mother will abandon them if you do. **Important INFORMATION:** **HIKE DISTANCE:** 6-7 miles Approx. **DIFFICULTY**: Easy and mostly Flat. **Costs:** £61 Pay on the day. £1 deposit payment for seat reservation must be paid in Advance to guarantee your seat reservation. All payments are non-refundable. Unless the event is cancelled by us then you will receive a full refund. Also bring cash for refreshments at the pub after the event. Aim to be back in London by 8.30 PM traffic depending. Everything will be made clear via whatsApp group. **INCLUDED:** Guided hike By an Experienced and Qualified Hike Leader. Transport Guide A good time with lovely people is included Free of Charge. Your Host Is First Aid Trained. **Seals and more Seals. And Humans.** Did I mention the seals ? **Food:** Bring your own food and water with you. No shops at the beach. **Packed lunches. Pub food available at 4 PM.** **Chance of getting pub food at 4 pm is very good.** **There is a PUB FOOD option after the Hike for you to socialise and relax. But I give no guarantees. So definitely bring your own food and water with you as a precaution. However the coach will depart by 5:30 pm to reach London by 8:30 PM. Traffic depending.** .. **WHAT TO BRING:** Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Will be slightly wet and muddy in some areas. So bring the right shoes. **Water bottle.** **A packed lunch.** .. **MEETING POINT:** Stratford Station. Exact location discussed via WhatsApp. **WhatsApp 07590919391** **Transport:** We will be travelling by coach to make the journey faster and cheaper and more direct. Saves you time and money. Last year we did this event 3 times. And It was a great success. So trust me when I say by coach it's both faster and cheaper than using public transport. **Whatsapp 07590919391** **ATTENTION:** Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing for the weather forecast. A raincoat is advised. It will not rain all day. We might get 30 minutes of rain. Volume of rainfall expected is more important than probability of rainfall. 100% probability of rainfall doesn't mean it will be raining all day. Might get 1 hour of rainfall then it stops. But if heavy rainfall is predicted then we may cancel or reschedule the event. ....... **Terms and conditions:** If you sign up as attending an event and fail to attend then you will be permanently banned from all 3 Meetup groups we manage. For time wasting. Your health insurance and travel insurance is your individual responsibility. The organiser is not held responsible if anything goes wrong or if anyone is injured. By taking part you understand that only you are responsible for your own health and safety. Your safety and wellbeing is your own individual responsibility. We provide guidance and guidelines for staying safe and healthy. If you decide not to adhere to the guidelines and guidance given then that is your own responsibility. This is a hobby group. We do not accept any responsibility for your health and safety. We only give general guidelines on how to stay safe. If you have existing health problems or existing medical problems that might impact your participation in an event then please discuss with the host of an event via email or WhatsApp before you attend an actual event. Existing medical conditions that may affect your participation in an outdoor event which is physically demanding may be of concern. Please discuss with the host prior to attending an event if you are in any doubt about this. **REFUND POLICY** NO REFUND POLICY IF YOU CANCEL. REFUND IS ONLY GIVEN IF WE CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
2v2 Beach Volleyball in Hyde Park - intermediate & advanced only
Sat, Oct 3, 12:30 PM**2v2 mixed beach court games for intermediate and advanced players! Bring a friend or simply come and enjoy the sun.** **How to sign up:** **- Join the telegram groupchat and sign up on the pinned message for 2v2** **(this is the real attendance list)** [https://t.me/volleyballbynat](https://t.me/volleyballbynat) **- Sorry no beginners allowed!** **- If you want to help you can take the nets back to the storage or bring them to the park next time from Baker street.** **- Pick your own rubbish.** **- Good vibes only ☀️** **- You can record as you like 📸**
BABY SEALS Day Trip Hike the Dunes in Stunning Light
Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM**READ everything very Carefully to avoid Disappointment.** **Read everything carefully and then contact the host via WhatsApp for a deposit payment and seat Reservation.** Seat reservation is £1 now. **This event has been posted on 3 different meetup groups 2 different websites. So we will get more people joining this event from elsewhere.** We are going to see the baby Seals at great yarmouth beach. .. **Event Details:** Not bringing a camera will be a huge mistake. LET'S GO SEE THE BABY SEALS! Norfolk is THE Best place where you can see Baby Seals in the UK. November to February is the peak of the season when the beaches between Horsey and Winterton are home to some 5000 seals. Norfolk holds the world's two largest Atlantic grey seals colonies and I am taking you there. You will be able to observe at often just a couple of meters away the seals who come to these sandy beaches every year to give birth to those gorgeous white furry creatures. We will be able to observe seals of different ages. From the tiny few hours old white pups, to the full fat adolescents and up to the big males who weigh hundreds of kilos and who will be fighting a bit further down on the sand. Volunteers will be there to answer all our questions and to keep us from getting too close to those beautiful creatures, often unsuccessfully as those cubs being of a curious nature will approach us often far too close to inspect us. The seals will be the highlight of our trip but this will certainly not be all to see. We will hike the dunes of the Broads nature reserve and visit the stunning surrounding villages. We will hike around 7 miles, 4 miles will be right next to these absolutely gorgeous creatures, that will be your choice, they will be all over the place. Be prepared to take an alternative route for a few minutes if the mothers and pubs make their way to the path. They usually stay on the beach but the recent storm have driven them in the dunes and on the path meaning that, if you get too close, you better get ready to run cause mummies protect their pups. Babies will be wandering alone around us, they will come towards you but please, please, I cannot stress enough, do not touch them and step back as the mother will abandon them if you do. **Important INFORMATION:** **HIKE DISTANCE:** 6-7 miles Approx. **DIFFICULTY**: Easy and mostly Flat. **Costs:** Hike guide is £10 and transportation costs for the days return journey by coach is £51. So total is £61. You just need to transfer £6 online via bank transfer to book a seat and guarantee your seat. The remaining balance which is £55 you bring with you on the day. Only cash payments will be accepted on the day of the event for logistical purposes. No bank transfer accepted on the day. Bring exact change. No coins will be accepted. No change will be given. All payments are non-refundable. Unless the event is cancelled by us then you will receive a full refund. Also bring cash for refreshments at the pub after the event. Aim to be back in London by 8.30 pm. Everything will be made clear via whatsApp group. **INCLUDED:** Guided hike By an Experienced and Qualified Hike Leader. Transport Guide A good time with lovely people is included Free of Charge. Your Host Is First Aid Trained. **Seals and more Seals. And Humans.** Did I mention the seals ? **Food:** Bring your own food and water with you. No shops at the beach. **Packed lunches. Pub food available at 4 PM.** Chance of getting pub food at 4 pm is very good. **There is a PUB FOOD option after the Hike for you to socialise and relax. But I give no guarantees. So definitely bring your own food and water with you as a precaution. However the coach will depart by 5:30 pm to reach London by 8:30 PM. Traffic depending.** .. **WHAT TO BRING:** Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Will be slightly wet and muddy in some areas. So bring the right shoes. **Water bottle.** **A packed lunch.** .. **MEETING POINT:** Stratford Station. E15 1AZ is approximate postcode. Exact location discussed via WhatsApp. Coach departs at 8:00 am on the dot. If you get there by 7:50 am you should be good. **WhatsApp 07590919391** **Transport:** We will be travelling by coach to make the journey faster and cheaper and more direct. Saves you time and money. Last year we did this event 4 times. And It was a great success. So trust me when I say by coach it's both faster and cheaper than using public transport. **Whatsapp 07590919391** **ATTENTION:** Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing for the weather forecast. A raincoat is advised. It will not rain all day. We might get 30 minutes of rain. Volume of rainfall expected is more important than probability of rainfall. 100% probability of rainfall doesn't mean it will be raining all day. Might get 1 hour of rainfall then it stops. But if heavy rainfall is predicted then we may cancel or reschedule the event. ....... **Terms and conditions:** If you sign up as attending an event and fail to attend then you will be permanently banned from all 3 Meetup groups we manage. For time wasting. Your health insurance and travel insurance is your individual responsibility. The organiser is not held responsible if anything goes wrong or if anyone is injured. By taking part you understand that only you are responsible for your own health and safety. Your safety and wellbeing is your own individual responsibility. We provide guidance and guidelines for staying safe and healthy. If you decide not to adhere to the guidelines and guidance given then that is your own responsibility. This is a hobby group. We do not accept any responsibility for your health and safety. We only give general guidelines on how to stay safe. If you have existing health problems or existing medical problems that might impact your participation in an event then please discuss with the host of an event via email or WhatsApp before you attend an actual event. Existing medical conditions that may affect your participation in an outdoor event which is physically demanding may be of concern. Please discuss with the host prior to attending an event if you are in any doubt about this. **REFUND POLICY** NO REFUND POLICY IF YOU CANCEL. REFUND IS ONLY GIVEN IF WE CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
FREE BACHATA CLASS & FREE ENTRY AT BAILANDO SUNDAYS - Be at one Regent ST
Sun, Sep 27, 4:55 PMKick off your week with music, movement, and great vibes. Come solo or with friends—no partner needed! **Schedule (This Sunday):** • 6:00 PM – Free Bachata Taster • 6:30 PM – Bachata Classes (3 Levels) • 7:30 PM – Salsa Classes (3 Levels) • 8:30 PM–23:00 AM – FREE Social Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, a touch of Kiz) **What to expect:** • Friendly teachers, clear level splits, and lots of practice time • Great music and a welcoming crowd for all levels—absolute beginners to improvers • Central location, easy transport, and good vibes all night **Why social dancing is good for you:** Social dancing is a fun workout that boosts your cardio, coordination, and posture—without feeling like “exercise.” It reduces stress, fires up your brain with musical timing and footwork patterns, and improves confidence through gentle challenges and quick wins. Dancing with different partners builds connection, empathy, and communication skills (you literally learn to “listen” with your body). It’s also an incredible way to make friends and feel part of a community—one song at a time. Good to know: • No partner or experience required • Wear comfy shoes, bring water, and arrive a bit early for level check-in • Classes start right on time—don’t miss your warm-up! Price: £10 one class £15 two classes 6:00 PM class is FREE intro to bachata RSVP now so we can plan levels and floor space. See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺
Litter Pick - Bromley Church House Gardens/Martin's Hill (SE London)
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00 AMJoin the Eco Around Community for a litter-pick walk in Bromley's parks, facilitated by Biljana. Church House Gardens and Martin’s Hill are green oases in Bromley with spaces both for relaxation and a variety of activities. The areas are steep and hilly, which also makes them great viewpoints of the Bromley landscape. **When:** Saturday, 26 September from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm **Where:** We’ll start the litter-pick walk from Bromley Central Library, make our way to Church House Gardens following park paths, then cross Glasmill Ln to Martin’s Hill, passing by the Bromley War Memorial and finishing on Queen’s Mead Rd. Use the What3Words navigation below to see the exact meeting points. Start: what3words: [///just.types.earth](https://w3w.co/just.types.earth) Finish: what3words: [///cube.spent.chin](https://w3w.co/cube.spent.chin) We are planning to have some optional drinks/food afterwards. **How to dress and what to bring:** Appropriate footwear, no open-toed shoes and we recommend some waterproofs just in case. We have some gloves, bin bags and litter pickers but feel free to bring your own and a refillable water bottle in case you get thirsty. Hand Sanitiser is also useful. **Updates:** Unless there is heavy rain forecast, we will stick to our plans. Please check the event for updates. **Photo Consent:** We plan to take general pictures and a group picture to document the activity and help us promote future online events. If you wish not to be in the pictures, let us know.
Asturias Off the Beaten Track: Coast, Cheese, Cider & Hidden Gems
Thu, Oct 8, 11:30 AMIn early autumn, Spain is still warm and days quite long... Asturias, in North-eastern Spain, is less known than other more touristy Northern regions (Galicia, Basque Country...) but admired by Spaniards, not just for its cliffs, green pastures and mountains, but for its world awarded cheese, cider and incredible seafood. Fancy a long weekend adventure along Asturias wild coastline, fishing villages, hidden beaches and amazing local food? Four unforgettable days, a small group of curious likeminded people (9), enjoying together good food, idyllic mountain and beach walks. The Plan: **Thursday 8 Oct – Arrival, Oviedo, Lastres & local beach** 1. Land at Oviedo Airport (OVD), transfer into the regional capital city 2. Guided walk, Oviedo old town (2–3 hrs) 3. Afternoon: *Playa de la Griega* (Greek Lady's Beach), and its dinosaur footprints! 4. Evening: Lastres picturesque fishing village — walk to viewpoint, harbour, check-in and welcome dinner. **Friday 9 Oct – Rural Businesses & a Hidden Beach** 1. Morning: anchovy cannery visit & tasting, Lastres — family-run, women-led, traditional salting and canning craft. 2. Afternoon: Playa de Gulpiyuri — a beach in the middle of a field, natural monument, one of Asturias' strangest and most beautiful spots. 3. Evening: cider house (llagar) visit — TBC, alternative stop if unavailable 4. Dinner at a local restaurant. **Saturday 10 Oct – Market, Romanesque Art & Mountains** 1. Morning: Nava town market — local producers, artisan cheeses, cider, crafts 2. Then: Romanesque church of San Juan de Amandi, Villaviciosa (open Saturday mornings only) 3. Afternoon: Sueve Ridge hike to *Pico Pienzu* (4–5 hrs, moderate), packed lunch, Cantabric mountains and stunning coastal views. [Pico Pienzu Hike](https://www.turismoasturias.es/en/senderismo/rutas/senderistas/pico-pienzu) 4. Back to Lastres for dinner at a local restaurant. **Sunday 11 Oct – Coastal towns & Farewell** 1. Morning: Tazones, picture-postcard fishing village 2. Lunch at a classic "Guisandera" restaurant — proper Asturian home cooking 3. Coffee and stroll in Avilés — historic old town, arcaded squares (soportales) 4. Transfer to OVD for recommended departure flights *Note: schematic only — timings may shift depending on opening hours, weather, or the group's pace.* **Cost:** **£395 (€459)\*** 1. E̷a̷r̷l̷y̷ ̷b̷i̷r̷d̷ ̷D̷i̷s̷c̷o̷u̷n̷t̷:̷ ̷b̷o̷o̷k̷ ̷b̷y̷ ̷1̷3̷ ̷A̷u̷g̷u̷s̷t̷ ̷a̷n̷d̷ ̷p̷a̷y̷ ̷£̷3̷7̷5̷ ̷(̷€̷4̷3̷6̷)̷\*̷ 2. **Payment deadline: 31 August** (unless trip is full earlier) — accommodation and vehicle(s) need payment ASAP, it is a bank holiday in Spain and Asturias is a small región with shortage of both of them. 3. Add individual room cost if required (+65GBP/€75)\* **What's Included** 1. 3 nights' accommodation (shared double bedroom) 2. Breakfast daily 3. 4 day lunches, including a packed/on-the-go one on the hike day (Sierra del Sueve) 4. OVD Airport pickup and drop-off for recommended flights 5. Transport all 4 days (1–2 vehicles, depending on rental availability) 6. Anchovy cannery visit & tasting (worth €30/person) 7. Guided Oviedo tour (worth €12/person) 8. In-group commented visits, walks and hikes **What's Not Included** 1. Flights/transport to/from OVD airport (see recommended flights) 2. Single room accommodation: Additional +€75 (+65GBP). 3. Potential extra activities along the way (museum/church entry fees, etc.) 4. Dinners, — we'll pick well-priced, traditional spots for proper Asturian food, from fresh seafood to artisan cheese and cider. 5. Anchovy preserving workshop at the cannery, optional. (€10). ⚠️**Must Know Before Joining** This trip is organised by and for friends through this Meetup group — not run by a tour operator. Civil liability sits with each participant individually; neither the group nor the organiser is responsible for any incident. ***Travel insurance is mandatory to join***— valid in Spain, covering the full trip dates (8–11 Oct 2026), not expired, to be emailed along your proof of payment to confirm your spot. ⚠️*RSVPing on Meetup doesn't guarantee a spot*. Just 9 places — first-booked, first-served! **How to Reserve Your Spot:** **1\. Full trip cost\ payment via:** -Bank transfer to Dulcinea Ortiz in: **GBP:** 04-00-75 07592035 **€:** GB17REVO00997062043492 \- Or **Revolut in either currency** to @dulom **2\. Email to dortizmail\-meetup2@yahoo\.es** by trip booking deadline 31/08: 1. Full name (as shown in passport) & Phone number (with country code) 2. Type of room (DBB, TWN, SNGL). If DBB, include your buddy's name. 3. Dietary requirements & allergies 4. **Travel insurance policy** (covering the trip dates and destination) 5. **Signed waiver** — here's the link: [Trip-Participation-Acknowledgement](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UgClh_u8PoJ7TurB42qd-2mLpF39Hjar/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=109617031963440960060&rtpof=true&sd=true) view-only, follow these instructions: 1\. \- Open it\, go to **File > Make a copy** (saves an editable version in your own Drive) — **or File > Download** if you'd rather fill it in Word 2\. \- Fill in your name\, sign it \(typed name is fine\)\, and add the date 3.- Attach it to your email as a Word doc or PDF **Recommended Flights / Getting There** Vueling, London Gatwick (LGW) ⇄ Oviedo (OVD), direct. Outbound 08/10/26 @09:20–12:25 Return 11/10/26 @21:45–22:30 Fares from £75 at the time of publishing this event. Purchase ASAP to avoid disappointment. Once booked, please send your flight details to the same email, to aid logistics: 1. Outbound: flight number, origin, estimated arrival time, name 2. Return: flight number, destination, departure time from OVD, name ⚠️**You Must Bring on the Trip** \- Proper **hiking shoes** * **Outdoors/hiking clothing** and gear **\- Waterproof** raincoat **(**Northern Spain can be rainy) * **Sun hat & shades** (but also very sunny! ) * **Sun block** (when sunny, radiation is high; wind can burn your skin too). **\- Water bottle\(s\)/camelback:** 2 LITRES. * **Snacks for the hike day** (just packed lunch provided) * **Emergency kit** (your usual meds, plasters, etc.) * **Day backpack** * **Hand luggage** (limited vehicle storage) * **Plug adaptor from UK 3-pin to EU 2-pin** sockets, for your mobile. * **CASH (€) :** small businesses, bars, cafés, market stalls, churches, etc. may not accept Credit Cards, or request a minimum spend. * **GHIC** (Global Health Insurance Card): for **UK Citizens** * **EHIC** (European Health Insurance Card): for **EU citizens**, and also British who still have a valid date EHIC. * **Multicurrency DC/CC advised** (like [Revolut](https://revolut.com/referral/?referral-code=dulcinvzs!SEP1-26-AR-H2&geo-redirect), [Wise](https://wise.com/invite/arhn/mariao34?utm_source=android-referral-hub-nativeshare&utm_medium=invite&referralCode=mariao34), [N26](https://n26.com/r/dulcineo5334?cid=1T5&lang=en). etc.) for Card payments in Euro (better exchange than paying with your traditional UK bank card in GBP). Click on them if you wish a referral code with some perks :) ...See pics of the places we are going to visit, in the event photos below. Can't wait to explore hidden Asturias with you! 🌿🧀🍏 and... ***Puxa Asturies!*** as Asturians say in "*bable*", the local lingo!
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