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The Thames Path, Part 3. (16 Miles/26KM)
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30 AM**Do this walk because** \- its a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London\. We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks over a 24 month period. Estimated completion is May 2028. We're doing this hike with [Variety is the Spice](https://www.meetup.com/variety-is-the-spice-meetup-group/) Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk. **Walk facts (Stage 3)** **Form:** Linear walk from Lechlade to Newbridge. **Distance:** Approximately 16 miles / 26km **Duration:** Walking time circa 6.5 hours. **Grade:** Moderate. This is the longest of the Thames Path walks in our schedule & we have some time constraints for public transport. During wet weather the paths can become muddy. **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** Our route will generally follow the Thames Path. We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames. Places of interest include: [The Trout Inn Lechlade](https://thetroutinn.com/) St Johns Lock - [Visit the highest lock on the River Thames](https://www.thamesvalleyguide.co.uk/what-to-do-and-see/around-the-river/locks/st-johns-lock) [Radcot Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radcot_Bridge) [Tadpole Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tadpole_Bridge) [Tenfoot Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tenfoot_Bridge) [New Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Bridge,_River_Thames) **Meeting at** Outside Lechlade Post Office. We'll be outside the Post Office at 11.30am. We'll start walking at 11.35am. **Travel** If you’re travelling from London, you’ve two options: **Option 1 — Join Carl at Reading (car + bus)** * Carl departs Reading Central railway station at 9am in a 7‑seater. * He’ll drive to Witney, then take the bus to Lechlade. * Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift. * A £5 donation is requested for the return journey to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). *Note: It may be possible to pick up at Didcot Parkway railway station at approximately 9. 35am.* **Option 2 — Travel directly to Lechlade** * If you prefer, go straight to Lechlade Post Office, GL7 3AD to meet us at 11.30am. ***Getting back to London*** If you’re travelling to London, you’ve two options: **Option 1 — Bus+Car+Train** * Bus from Newbridge to Witney. * Join Carl in the 7 seat vehicle to Reading Central railway station. * Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift. A £5 donation is requested to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). *Note: It may be possible to drop at Didcot Parkway railway station.* **Option 2 — Bus+Train** Bus from Newbridge to Oxford. Train from Oxford to Paddington or Marylebone. **If you are driving** Parking at Witney is probably a good option. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊
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Sun, Aug 16, 2:00 PM
Cotswold capers ~ one or two days
Sat, Aug 1, 9:00 AM**Do this walk because** \- it's the Cotswolds\! What more do you need 😊 This will be a busy weekend with lots of hills, so please be prepared. The two walks combined will cover what is generally known as 'The Five Valleys Walk' **Saturday hike** Type \~ Part 1 of a two day circular route around Stroud. Start walk \~ 10am from Stroud railway station. Hiking time approx. 6hrs Hike distance \~ 20km Total ascent \~ 473m *Note: We plan to take a short (4km) bus ride at the start & finish of this walk. You could avoid the bus at the end by walking instead.* **Sunday hike** Type \~ Part 2 of a two day circular route around Stroud. Start walk \~ 10am from Stroud railway station. Hiking time approx. 6 hrs Hike distance \~ 20km Total ascent \~ 511m **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** You have to see for yourself. Words don't do justice. **Meeting at** Outside Stroud railway station. We'll start walking at 10am. *Note: If the train from Paddington is late & you message us we'll delay the start of the walk(s) until 10.20am. There may be bus or taxi options to catch up with us if you arrive after we have set off.* **Travel** If you’re travelling to Stroud from London, get the train from London Paddington. Another option is to travel with Carl R in his 7 seater vehicle. He'll be picking up from Reading Central railway station on Friday. Contact Carl for details. ***Getting back to London*** Over the weekend, there's approximately one train an hour going back to Paddington from Stroud. Another option is with Carl R in his 7 seater vehicle with pick up from Stroud railway station on Sunday & drop off at Reading Central Railway station. Contact Carl for details. **If you are driving** Parking in Stroud is the best option. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

GoodGym Haringey // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
Wed, Aug 5, 5:45 PM**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.** **Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.** **📍 We meet at** **Blue House Yard, 5 River Park Road, London, N22 7TB** **at 6:45pm.** **🏃♂️ At 7:00pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.** **🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:45pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?** It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇 — **BOOK ONTO THE SESSION** **To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions **You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins). The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out. p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session. — **FAQ** Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind. 70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍 What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather. Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours. Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤 What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
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Balancers Community Volunteering
Tue, Aug 11, 5:00 PMHi Balancers, We believe community is about more than meeting new people. It's also about showing up for those who need support. As part of our ongoing partnership with Refugee Community Kitchen, we're inviting you to join us for a different kind of volunteering session. **This time, we'll be joining the Refugee Community Kitchen team for an evening behind the scenes. They've got a lot of jars of chilli oil waiting to be labelled, so they've asked if we can lend a hand! It's a chance to support an incredible organisation, spend time with fellow Balancers, and contribute to the work that helps make thousands of meals possible each week.** 💛 **What to Expect** * Spend a few hours giving back in a relaxed, friendly environment. * Help label jars of chilli oil alongside other Balancers and Refugee Community Kitchen volunteers. * Meet like-minded people while supporting a great cause. * No previous volunteering experience is needed. 📍 **Meeting Point** **Tuesday, 11th August** **6:00 PM** We'll meet outside **Mother Canteen**, which is just a short walk from the Refugee Community Kitchen. From there, we'll walk to the kitchen together and start the session. If you'd like to join us, save your spot and we'll see you there. 🔹 Stay connected: [Join our WhatsApp group \[here\] for last-minute updates.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HYbCWaNidNV9aYK3TW9WGm) 🌱 **About Refugee Community Kitchen** Refugee Community Kitchen is a grassroots, volunteer-led organisation that has served over 3.5 million meals to displaced people and those experiencing food insecurity in the UK and northern France. Their mission: to serve warm, nourishing meals with dignity and build community through food. 👉 Learn more: [refugeecommunitykitchen.org](https://refugeecommunitykitchen.org) *** 💡 **Can’t Make It This Time?** You can still contribute: * **Donate directly (100% goes to RCK):** [https://www.justgiving.com/charity/refugeecommunitykitchen](https://www.justgiving.com/charity/refugeecommunitykitchen) * **Volunteer with RCK:** [Sign up here](https://rck.my.salesforce-sites.com/outreachvolunteer/) * **Spread the word** to others who’d love to join in Let’s keep showing what our community can do when we act with heart. See you there 💛
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