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London Psychedelic Community: Sunday Park Day – Nature & Connection

London Society CHILL - Kensington Gardens

Have you ever wanted to get together outdoors and chill out amongst good company whilst being immersed within nature & amazing weather? If so, then this is the right event for you. Welcome to another one of the CHILL events where you have the opportunity to settle in the parks, form friendships, socialise, have a picnic and so much more whilst being immersed within the luscious greenery, botanicals and the gorgeous weather. 

With this particular chill event, we will be settling in Kensington Gardens. Kensington Gardens is another royal park which offers some beautiful greeneries and botanical gardens within. It is also a soothing place to relax and socialise. Depending on the aura and if the event goes well, we may do an aftermath 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 

WHAT - Chill at Kensington Gardens
WHERE - Kensington Gardens
WHEN - 6pm - 9pm
MEETING POINT - Kensington Gardens
NEAREST STATION - Lancaster Gate Station
REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour is all and whatever is listed above for the walk. Maybe bring your ID if we do an aftermath. 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.

🎲Games At The Pub - Make Some Friends At The Walthamstow Board Game Meetup!

Join our weekly Walthamstow Meetups and play some games with us! **💜Everybody Welcome:** We meet up every week to play a bunch of modern board games, card games and party games in pubs. If you would like to get involved, RSVP to the event. You can bring games with you if you like, although not a requirement. 🌱**Something For Everyone:** Whether you're a seasoned board game veteran or just starting out, you're welcome. No previous experience necessary, we go through the rules before playing. We play a range of games, from lighter card and party games to epic strategies. **📌Where:** We meet at the **The Village Club** in Walthamstow, which is a 10 minute walk from Walthamstow Central underground station.. When you arrive please press the buzzer to gain entry. Just say you are joining the board game group. Come say hello and the event hosts will get you settled in. The Village Club is a member's club but you can attend our board game evening without becoming a member. As the space will stay open for the use of our group the expectation is that you will buy a drink or two to cover the cost of the bar staff. If you so wish you have the option of joining the club in future for £10 a year. ⌚**When**: * **18:30** \- Arrival & Game Sign Up * **19:00** \- Games Begin * **23:00** \- Venue Closes If you arrive after games begin, you may have to wait until the next game starts. If you are running late on the night, please do let us know. **👥Community** **Hosted:** We'll always get folks involved, but you can join the community and sign up for games in advance! Many games played on the night get organised ahead of time. Come join the fun at **https://discord.gg/mHZSKq2** 📸**Photos:** Help us satiate the algorithm-beast, upload photos of your favorite games and consenting participants! When taking photos please do make sure that people in the photos are comfortable to appear in them. **💫Food** 🍴 Drinks are available and crisps. You can order food to be delivered if you wish.

Hackney: Plant-Based Schools Potluck Picnic

**N.B. Meet at Studio 12 ([map](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11345695890848705897)) from noon, we'll walk to the [park](https://www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries-parks-and-leisure/parks-and-green-spaces/parks-list/hackney-downs) if dry.** Join families for **[Plant-Based Schools](https://linktr.ee/plantbasedschools)**' spring potluck picnic and games. Please bring vegan food to share, and any activities kids might enjoy. * Enjoy food, drink, and games with like-minded folk * Learn about the campaign to increase plant-based food in schools *All ages, backgrounds, and faiths welcome. Find us in the park should you arrive late, or at Studio 12 if wet! If you can't see us, call me (Richard) on 0759 792 6063.*

Clifton Nurseries, & lovely walk along the Regents Canal to Kings Cross.

This a new walk, and is well worth doing, and is 6 miles approximately. We will meet at 11 am, for a hot drink at the cafe in Clifton Nurseries near Warwick Avenue Undeground Station. (This is a lovely Garden Centre and well worth visiting.} After our hot drink at 11.30 am, we will walk along The Regents Canal and to The Ice Wharf for a latest lunch {or bring our own}. With Camden Town Underground less than 10 minutes away. For those that would like to walk further, we can walk to Kings Cross and have a drink in The Parcel Yard in the station. £ 7 meetup fee required {please have the right change}. You will OK to wear trainers on this walk as it a concrete towpath. If you need any more info, please ring or text Paul on 07530 675739 {This is not a smart phone}

Business Networking & Founder Mixer Event in Covent Garden, London

Looking for a business networking event in London with a more social, founder-led atmosphere, and on a Saturday? Join us for a Business Networking & Founder Mixer in Covent Garden. **Hosted** by London tech startups GMax Card, Ciitab, and Getshop Today. **What to Expect** Quality conversations, relaxed socialising/networking, and a live DJ throughout the evening - a business crowd in a social setting. Meet new people, exchange ideas, build partnerships, and grow your network in a relaxed but professional atmosphere. Our hosts will help introduce guests early in the evening before the event naturally flows into open networking, drinks, and DJ music. **Who You’ll Meet** • Founders and entrepreneurs • Business owners and decision makers • Finance, banking, and investment professionals • Tech, startup, AI, digital, and product professionals • International business professionals visiting London **How the Evening Flows** 18:30 – Arrival & welcome 19:00 – Short guest introductions 19:30 – Open socialising/networking with live DJ 21:30 – Close **Venue – Sycamore Bar, Middle Eight Hotel** A refined cocktail bar inside the 5-star Middle Eight Hotel in Covent Garden, just a short walk from Covent Garden, Holborn and Tottenham Court Road stations. **Dress Code** Business or smart attire. Think polished Saturday evening out with a professional touch. **Tickets & GMax Cards** Free RSVP tickets include full access to the event. Selected paid tickets include a premium contactless GMax Card and 1 drink. **Hosted by founder-built tech startups:** • GMax Card – digital & contactless business cards • Ciitab – AI-powered LinkedIn networking • Getshop Today – UK ecommerce platform **Important Details** • 18+ event. ID may be required at the bar. • Photography and filming may take place for promotional use by CineEye Audiovisual Production. • Attendance is at your own risk. Spaces are limited and early booking is recommended.

GREEN £5 WALK: AMERICAN GARDENS and DULWICH PICTURESQUE VILLAGE

A walk through the majestic landscaping of Dulwich Park, the American Gardens and the charmingly picturesque Dulwich Village. LEAFY SUBURBS, OPULENCE, MANSIONS, PARKLANDS, GARDENS, LAKE followed by SOCIALISING with CHEAP FOODS and DRINKS in a convivial pub atmoshere. **WALK START POINT: Forest Hill Station** (National Rail and London Overground Zone 3). WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5.5 miles. WALK END POINT: Denmark Hill Station - National Rail and London Overground Zone 2). WALK ROUTE: A WALK THROUGH LEAFY SUBURBS of South London. Our walk takes us through HORNIMAN GARDENS, AMERICAN GARDENS in DULWICH PARK and RUSKIN PARK before finishing at 'The Fox on the Hill' near Denmark Hill Station. WALK STOP OUT POINT: Nearby bus routes during most of the walk. *The American Gardens:* Designed around sweeping lawns lined with Azaleas and Rhododendrons. One of the less well-known facts about Dulwich Park is that it was visited annually by Queen Mary who came to see the Rhododendrons and Azaleas. Queen Mary was consort to George V which means that she was Queen Elizabeth II’s grandmother. Queen Mary visited every year in May. In her honour, the park has a Queen Mary Gate named after her which stands beside the road called Dulwich Common. The gates are nearest to the American Gardens. **Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.** ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK. **COST of EVENT**: **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!** **The walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.** Enjoy London! Get out and about and see your city in the company of new people! Explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air. Improve your overall fitness levels and make some great new friends at the same time. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. Social Event: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. WE ALWAYS END THE WALK AT A PUB WHERE THE SOCIALISING CAN CONTINUE. RISKS for all walks: Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, rights of way, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, preferably walking boots and take care as surfaces may be uneven, tree roots may protrude, there may be low overhanging branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion wild,domestic and farm animals may also encountered. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. No large dogs or small children please. Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk. WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) DISCAIMER All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer. COST of EVENT: A £5 meetup organiser's contribution will be collected from attendees who do not hold the Ken's Events Membership Card. The walk is free for holders of this card. Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) RAIN POLICY: Our walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. Light rain is not usually a problem . However if torrentail rain is forecast, please check back to this webpage on the morning of the event around 10am for the latest update. Tell your friends you are going! When you arrive at the starting point look Ken with the 'KEN'S EVENTS'/MEETUP Flag or Badge.

Woolwich: Weekly FoodCycle FREE Lunch

***They*** *say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but they're wrong!* **[FoodCycle](https://foodcycle.org.uk/who-we-are/)**'s lovely volunteers use [unwanted food](https://cityharvest.org.uk/about-city-harvest) to produce three course, [meat-free recipe](https://foodcycle.org.uk/recipes/) (tell them you're vegan) **[community meals](https://foodcycle.org.uk/community-meals/)** across [England](https://foodcycle.org.uk/find-a-meal/), that are free to all. [FoodCycle Woolwich](https://foodcycle.org.uk/location/foodcycle-woolwich/) ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/XVEi9poq68YRxQX86)\|[video](https://youtu.be/5VEIsN1aCk4)) is every Friday (with rare exception; I'm notified by text), at **[Woolwich Common Community Centre](https://www.wccc.org.uk/)**'s accessible [main hall](https://www.wccc.org.uk/gallery?pgid=l3le3lp7-1daa7232-8086-4a0d-82cb-1c2a7887d105). I sometimes help the Hosting team, and have met a few other vegan [volunteers](https://volunteer.foodcycle.org.uk/opportunity/a1dQs000000fmvPIAQ), inc. chef and fellow [SE18 Vegans](https://www.facebook.com/groups/SE18Vegans) member John, who has a vegan daughter like me :-) P.S. You can bring food containers, in case of leftovers.

London Society WALK - Clapham Park

Have 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 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 through the entirety of Clapham Park. This beautiful park is surrounded by Clapham, Balham and Brixton however, it offers a blend of historic charm and modern urban living. After this walk, we’ll be heading to Tawa Roti for Trinidadian food if you wish. Tawa Roti is one of the few places that not only offers authentic Trinidadian cuisine but it feels as if you’re eating homemade food cooked by mum and dad. To find out more, please check them out at https://tawaroti.com 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: Clapham Park
Ending point: Tawa Roti
Walking length: 2+ 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 through Clapham Park
WHERE - Clapham Park
WHEN - 7:15pm - 9:30pm
MEETING POINT - Outside Clapham South Station
NEAREST STATION - Clapham South 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.

🌱 Bank Holiday Monday Picnic in Regent's Park 🌳

📍**Meeting point:** [The Broad Walk cafe](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EVHXQ6ZRuorwZSrk6), https://w3w.co/dance.hulk.frogs 📅 **Date:** 25 May 2026 (bank holiday Monday) 🕛 **Time:** 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM *💬 Join our [group chat](https://londonvegannetwork.netlify.app/DroolingVegans)* *in the **London Vegan Network** community on WhatsApp* 🌳 Pack food\* and a blanket for an afternoon of friendly conversations with like-minded people in a beautiful outdoor setting. 🧺 Bring a homemade dish to share (don't forget your reusable utensils!) or just some snacks, come meet new or old friends, bask in the sun, and relax in the heart of London. ➡️ We'll meet at the Broad Walk cafe, then we'll find a nice spot together. Join our [group chat](https://xsp.fi/DroolingVegans) for location updates if you want to join us later. **\*** you don't have to be vegan to join us, but please only bring vegan food and drinks to our events.

Plumstead/Online: Monthly Plant-Based Greenwich Meet

Join us for **[Plant-Based Greenwich](https://www.facebook.com/PBC.Greenwich)** monthly meet at **[The Star](https://www.happycow.net/reviews/the-star-inn-south-east-london-90126)** ([map](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6594484070458400691)) in Plumstead or online. Drinks/food/chat downstairs 7pm-8pm, for those interested, then our meeting upstairs/via [WhatsApp Voice Chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fwquc5wcjUbIOkvJRBpQhO) 8pm-9pm, equally for those interested :-) *Children and dogs most welcome, the former can use the upstairs [play room](https://www.meetup.com/lhcveg/photos/35892143/533302513), but aren't allowed downstairs after 8pm.*

STUNNING £5 WALK: RICHMOND to ISABELLA PLANTATION

THAMESPATH, GARDENS, FLOWERS, PARKLAND, WOODLAND TRAILS, WILDLIFE. A STUNNING WALK along the Thamespath from Richmond to Isabella Plantation and onto Kingston **WALK START POINT: Richmond Station** (National Rail,London Overground and District Line - Zone 4). When you arrive at the station look for Ken with Kens Events Flag/badge outside the station. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 6.5 miles. WALK FINISH:Kingston Station (National Rail). WALK STOPPING OUT POINT: We cross a few London Bus Routes. **COST of EVENT**: **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!** **The walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.** ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK. **Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.** FRESH AIR: Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air. Improve your overall fitness levels on a green walk. Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant and sometimes secret green spaces, forest areas and surprising surrounding countryside. Meet new people and make some new friends. Walking is one of life's great social activities. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. **Social Event**: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub with a convivial atmosphere where the socialising can continue. *Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole experience!* Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk. WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) DISCAIMER All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer. Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join, post and view photos and comments etc.. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/groups/kensevents) RAIN POLICY: Our walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. Light rain is not usually a problem . However if torrentail rain is forecast, please check back to this webpage on the day of the event around 3 hours before the start for the latest update. Tell your friends you are going! GENERAL RISKS for all WALKS: In the walks in this group we use; country stiles,pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, paths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Wear good sturdy shoes/walking boots. To avoid insects, thorns, and stinging nettles, bare legs are not recommended. Take care as surfaces may be uneven, there may be low branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion we may encounter wild and farm animals. If you require insurance for these walks you must arrange this yourself. No small children or large dogs please.