🚶🏻🌳 Social Walk & Drinks 🍻😃

Important information: ⚠️

• A link to the WhatsApp group for this event will appear in the comments the day it takes place.
• This event is weather dependent.
• Arriving late will lead to members having to catch the rest of us up.
• The total distance walked for this event will be roughly 6 miles.
• No space is reserved at The Trout and The Perch.
• Guests must be aged 18 or over.
• Members who repeatedly fail to update their RSVP or gatecrash events, without valid reasons, will be removed from our group.
• If you require reasonable adjustments, please inform the event organiser in advance.

What to expect: 🤔
Join us for a relaxed loop along the river Thames and through Port Meadow.
We will meet outside Oxford Rail Station and head onto the peaceful canal towpath, eventually walking across Port Meadow, next to the River Thames. After roughly an hour of walking, we'll arrive at The Trout, where we will stop to relax and grab a drink. We will then continue are walk by walking back along the River Thames for 30 minutes, next stopping at The Perch. We will then start heading back toward Oxford by following the river. Our walk concludes at The Holly Bush pub in Osney, perfect for a final drink and a bite to eat if you wish.

The conversation doesn't have to end when the event does. If you find yourself wanting to arrange follow-up gatherings, outings, or themed meetups, our WhatsApp community is the place to do it. It is the go-to spot for members to propose new ideas and stay in touch between events.

The plan: 💪🏻

• 2 PM - We will meet outside the Oxford Rail Station.
• 2:10 PM - We will begin walking along the canal, before crossing to Port Meadow.
• 3 PM - We will make our first stop, at The Trout.
• 4 PM - We will begin walking back along the River Thames.
• 4;30 PM - We will make our second stop, at The Perch.
• 5:30 PM - We will continue walking back towards the Oxford city centre, along the River Thames.
• 6 PM - We will stop at the Holly Bush, where the event will come to an end.

All times are a rough guidance for this event.

Q&A 👀
Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions relating to this event:

I'm new and feel anxious. Is this group not right for me? 😨
Attending for the first time is pushing you out of your comfort zone, so it is normal to feel anxious on your first occasion. We always have a mixture of new and old faces. Regulars are very welcoming and it takes only 2-4 events for most members to feel settled in. My advice is to give it a shot and reflect afterwards if the event is right for you.

How will I find you? 🧐
To find us on the day, simply check the events comments section for a description of where we are located and what the organiser is wearing. In addition, we will also post a link to a WhatsApp group in the comments the day before the event. If you are late, or cannot find us, it is highly recommended that you join this, as we will be sharing a live location tracker there to show you exactly where we are at all times. Please note that once the event kicks off, we’ll only be answering questions through that WhatsApp group.

Will I require hiking equipment? 🥾
As part of the walk does involve walking across a grass field, it is recommended you wear a decent pair of trainers at the very least. However, as it is the autumn months, it is highly unlikely to require boots specifically for hiking.

Can I bring my pet dog with me? 🐕
You're welcome to bring your dog on the walk. We just ask that you take full responsibility for them and any issues that might arise.

Do I have to drink alcohol? 🍻
There are no conditions to what you choose to drink, with some main organisers being non-alcoholic drinkers.

We live in Britain, surely it's going to rain? ☔
If this turns out to be the case, an alternative plan will be posted, likely being socialising in a nearby pub.

Where will I be able to park? 🚗
Whilst it's not impossible to find parking in Oxford, the limited availability, as well as costs, can make parking incredibly challenging. Therefore, we encourage members to use the most convenient public transport available.

Can I bring additional people with me? 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏽
Yes you can, providing they are aged 18 or over. You are also responsible for any potential problematic behaviours from guests you bring with you. Please put them as +1 when you check-in so we can try and find us enough space.

Is this a dating event? 👩‍❤️‍👨
Whilst we recognise and accept that relationships do form in social settings, we ask members to be mindful that this is not an event specifically for dating. Therefore, if your only reason for attending is to find your soulmate, our events will not be the right ones for you.

How do I join the WhatsApp Community? 📳
The process works in a few steps:

• Before the event: A link to the specific Social Walk & Drink WhatsApp group will be posted in the comments during the week leading up to the social.
• After the event: You will be invited to join the main WhatsApp community through that event group.
• Important Note: Please ensure you have a recognisable profile photo on WhatsApp. If you don't, you will need to confirm your identity with Kevin before your access to the community groups can be approved.

If I sustain an injury during the event, will the organisers provide compensation? 🤕
Because we operate as a community-led group rather than a commercial business, we are unable to provide compensation or insurance coverage for personal injuries. By joining us, members have agreed to take full responsibility for their own health and safety.

Why is it important members have a profile photo, as well as update their RSVP (and not gate-crash)? ✅
Allowing members not to follow these rules will eventually create several issues:

• Venue Limits: We risk overcrowding a venue, which can lead to safety hazards or members being turned away at the door.
• Financial Impact: Some venues can charge us booking fees or require minimum spends based on our expected numbers. If people don’t show up, the event organiser may face unnecessary costs.
• Safety of our Members: Previous problematic incidents have commonly come from members who have either not had a recognisable profile name/photo or completely gate-crashed an event.
• Setting Expectations: Accurate numbers help other members know what kind of atmosphere to expect (e.g., a quiet get together vs. a large party).
• Basic Courtesy: It is simply polite. Think of it this way: how would you feel if you arranged to meet friends, and they didn't show up without letting you know?

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