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Outdooraholics London Hiking & Adventure Travel 25 to 49ish

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Looking to escape the city, meet like-minded people, and explore the great outdoors? Since 2011, Outdooraholics has been London’s most active and welcoming hiking group – with over 54,000 members and events ranging from gentle countryside walks to bucket-list treks like Everest Base Camp.

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Sat, Sep 6, 2025, 8:15 AM BSTLARGE GROUP TOUGH HIKE 24k Challenge - Hike to Brighton Beach
Victoria Station, London
£32.00
This is one of our large group hikes – more people, more social. If you prefer a smaller group experience, please choose one of our standard-size hikes instead.

What better than a great hike, then finishing on the famous Brighton seafront with some short time to enjoy this coastal town. On the way there, we will hike along the elevated South Downs hills, summiting Ditchling Beacon to enjoy splendid sea views and diverse countryside, as the sea gets larger and larger and eventually we'll end up on the beach at Brighton.

We will also have some time to explore Brighton itself (approx 50 mins to 1 hour) - wander along the famous Lanes with the sound of the music buskers livening up the streets, and lose ourselves in the bars, cafes and independent jewellery and antique shops. You can even get a zip wire experience on the seafront. We will have some time to enjoy the beach, and if you're feeling really in the seaside mood, grab some good old British Fish and Chips. Join us or miss out!

TOUGHNESS WARNING - this is a tough and hilly hike and is also long. You need to be an experienced and fit hiker. It is not for beginners or anyone who has only done intermediate hikes.

To be fair to those attending, if you are unable to keep up with the group or finish the hike, you will need to leave the hike and get a taxi at your own expense. Our pace will average 4 to 4.2kmph.
At over 500m ascent, it is 2/3 of the ascent of Mount Snowdon from Pen Y Pass - the most popular start point.
If you have any doubts at all then this is not a hike to join, please choose one of our less tough hikes. If you are unsure, email us, but anyone who cannot keep up with the group will need to leave the hike and no refund will be due - only sign up if you are happy with this.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Traverse the chalk highlands of the South Downs
• Summit Ditchling Beacon with far reaching views
• Visit Stanmer, a charming ancient private village with medieval architecture
• Explore the species rich grassland of Whitehawk Hill
• Finish at colourful Brighton and hit the beach, and for the brave - dip our toes in the sea
• A great physical challenge for the fit and fast hikers

HIKE DESCRIPTION

This is a different experience from the usual walk along the South Downs ridge. Instead, this route starts off at Hassocks and then traverses North to South exploring hidden valleys, woods, open green expanses and parkland.

The end point is the lively town of Brighton, famous for its vibrant tlife, and we will be rewarded with a trip to the sea at Brighton Waterfront. Before that we will pass through the cosy village of Ditchling, then stand atop Ditchling Beacon, explore the green expanse of Stanmer Park, pass Stanmer House, then walk through the University of Sussex campus to Falmer. We will enjoy a lovely view of the sea from Kemp Town Racecourse and then walk into the splendour that is Brighton. The boardwalk, pier, seafront bars, Mediterranean cuisine and fish and chips of England's most famous beach await you!

TOUGHNESS - please note, this is not a hike for beginners or for anyone who has not been hiking regularly recently. The main hill is steep and the same height and toughness as walking up 1/3 of the height of the Shard by stairs.

MEETING POINT

Victoria station 8:15am, leave at 8:30am for the 8:46am train. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - MAP
Planned arrival time back into London is 7:28pm (you are committed until then)

GUIDE - GRAHAM 07796 098487 (only for use during the hike) ABOUT US

FOOD - Bring a packed lunch and hike snacks, it's a long hike

DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY & INFO

Distance: 14 miles (24km)
Grading: Intermediate/Challenging
Ascent: 500m
Hiking time: 6 to 6.5 hours
Convenience Breaks (WC): Train, cafe at lunch (early afternoon), pub at end

COST & PAYMENT

£32 including the guided hike and return train travel, click “Attend” to join.
Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable but we have a process to release your space for RESALE, if your space sells you will be refunded.

WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking clothes & footwear - ideally hiking boots. Hat & gloves if cold, waterproof jacket & trousers KIT LINK
• Water (2 litres)
• Lunch
• We arrange train tickets and logistics, so just turn up and have a great day 😁

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider

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Sun, Sep 7, 2025, 8:30 AM BSTHIKE 18km The Medieval Country Houses, Deer Parks and Ancient Trails of Kent
Charing Cross Station, London
£31.00
This is one of our large group hikes – more people, more social, more fun. If you prefer a smaller group experience, please choose one of our standard-size hikes instead.

Join us to explore the ancient woodlands, medieval deer park and picturesque fields of Kent. This diverse and stunning hike takes us on a journey via Knole House, Knole Deer Park and Ightham Mote. We usually see deer too in one of the last Tudor Deer Parks in the UK dating from the time of King Henry VIII.

Come and see for yourself why the beauty of this area attracted the Beatles to film promotional videos for "Penny Lane" and "Strawberry Fields Forever" here.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Hike along a stunning stretch of the Greensands Way - much of which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• Explore the ancient 1000 acre Knole Deer Park
• See the stunning Knole House - one of England's largest houses boasting 365 rooms, 52 staircases, 12 entrances and 7 courtyards
• Pass through Ightham Mote - Grade I listed medieval moated manor house dating from circa 1340AD

HIKE DESCRIPTION

Our hike takes us through the 1000 acre Knole Deer Park which is home to over 350 deer and whose picturesque landscape attracted the Beatles to film promotional videos for "Penny Lane" and "Strawberry Fields Forever". The videos went on to be selected by New York's MoMA as two of the most influential music videos of the late 1960s.

Knole House is one of England's largest houses boasting 365 rooms and 52 staircases and has remained surprisingly unchanged during its history going back to 1486. Being surrounded by the glorious 1000 acre Knole Deer Park completes its picturesque setting.

We also pass Ightham Mote, a largely original moated medieval manor house dating back to 1320 and described by David Starkey as "one of the most beautiful and interesting of English country houses". It has an extensive history encompassing ownership from medieval knights to courtiers to Henry VIII.

MEETING POINT

Charing Cross station 8:30am, leave at 8:50am for the 9:04am train. Meet in front of the ticket office - MAP
Planned arrival back into London is 5:45pm (you are committed until then)

GUIDE - GRAHAM 07796 098487 (only for use during the hike) ABOUT US

FOOD - Bring a packed lunch, we usually visit a pub after the hike for drinks

DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY & INFO

Distance: 11 miles (18km)
Grading: Intermediate
Ascent: 420m
Hiking time: 4.5 to 5 hours
Convenience Breaks (WC): Train, at lunch stop, pub at end or train back

COST & PAYMENT

£31 including the guided hike and return train travel, click “Attend” to join.
Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable but we have a process to release your space for RESALE, if your space sells you will be refunded.

WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking clothes & footwear - ideally hiking boots. Hat & gloves if cold, waterproof jacket & trousers KIT LINK
• Water (2 litres)
• Lunch
• We arrange train tickets and logistics, so just turn up and have a great day 😁

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider

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Sun, Sep 7, 2025, 8:35 AM BSTBEGINNERS HIKE 14KM Garden of England Meopham Valley and the Vine fields of Kent
Victoria Station, London
£31.00
Spend a marvellous day in Kent, and enjoy the beauty of the North Downs as you stroll through ancient woods, explore beautiful meadows and protected wildlife habitats and wander through a timeless landscape featuring historic medieval buildings that nestle within the gorgeous rolling landscape.

This is a splendid circular hike for novice hikers starting from the historic village of Meopham, which is reputedly the longest village settlement in England and possibly even Europe. After passing through one of Meopham's two medieval village greens we will venture into a lovely rural landscape of pastures and charming Kentish woodland areas. We visit the old towns of Meopham and Cobham, both boasting a rich palette of historic sites, before plunging into the lush greenery of Trosley Country Park, Camer Park and Cobham Wood, in a day dedicated to a close communion with nature.

We have designed this as beginners hike. The route does include some small ups and downs but we will take a gentle pace on them and this really is an ideal hike for anyone new to hiking.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy spectacular views across the rolling landscape of the North Downs
• View Killick's Windmill, a Grade II listed 'Smock mill' built in 1801
• Hike through beautiful rolling areas of chalk 'downland' featuring typical dry valleys, beautiful ancient woodlands and pretty farmsteads.
• Stroll through lovely Camer Park - a former estate landscape, with enthralling grassland and ancient trees.

HIKE DESCRIPTION

Our journey begins at the northern end of Meopham, reputedly the longest village in England and featuring two medieval village greens and one of a handful of smock windmills left in the country - still standing tall to this day. After passing one of the medieval village greens we quickly delve into the green fantasy of chalk downlands with its classic patchwork of rolling open pastures and ancient woodlands, before we emerge at the southern end of this 11km long (7 mile) settlement to reach its second village green where we will stop for lunch to view the windmill, maybe watch some cricket on the green and take in the lovely village scene. Maybe you will catch a glimpse of Dumbledore as he lives here.....(aka Michael Gambon). We will set off again from the village green to wander into quiet dry valleys of the North Downs taking in the abundant wildlife and scenery on all sides - venturing into and out of lush woodlands until we reach our final destinations of Camer Park and the hamlet of Sole Street.

MEETING POINT

Victoria station 8:35am, leave at 8:55am for the 9:12am train. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - MAP
Planned arrival back into London is 5:18pm (you are committed until then)

GUIDE - KEVIN 07918 329854 (only for use during the hike) ABOUT US

FOOD - Bring a packed lunch, we usually visit a pub after the hike for drinks

DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY

Distance: 14km
Grading: Beginners
Ascent: 370m
Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours

COST & PAYMENT

£31 including the guided hike and return train travel, click “Attend” to join.
Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable but we have a process to release your space for RESALE, if your space sells you will be refunded.

WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking clothes & footwear - ideally hiking boots. Hat & gloves if cold, waterproof jacket & trousers KIT LINK
• Water (2 litres)
• Lunch
• We arrange train tickets and logistics, so just turn up and have a great day 😁

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider

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Fri, Sep 12, 2025, 10:05 AM BSTTOUGH Mt Triglav 2864m Via Ferrata, Julian Alps, Slovenia, FOREIGN TRIP
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, Brnik
£100.00
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Trip FULL and upto MAXIMUM CAPACITY, if you have missed out you can see our list of all foreign trips here:
https://outdooraholics.co.uk/foreigntriplist.pdf

To be notified if anyone sells their space or when our 2026 date goes online email us: info@outdooraholics.co.uk

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Are you ready to escape with us on this short weekend adventure to the mesmerizing Triglav National Park, hike upto Triglav summit with a Slovenian mountain guide doing via ferrata on the way?

Welcome to the captivating Julian Alps where we embark upon an unforgettable adventure to summit Slovenia’s highest peak - the mighty Mount Triglav (2864m). The locals claim that one is considered ‘’a true Slovenian’’ only after they have reached the peak at least once in their lifetime. You may not need to become ‘’a true Slovenian’’ but Mount Triglav is definitely worth being crossed from your bucket list as is seeing the iconic Lake Bled, which we stay nearby.

ONLY 1 DAY OFF WORK REQUIRED - This trip is designed as a short break, perfect for fit adventurers who are keen to challenge themselves and feel the via ferrata thrill.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Small group limited to just 8 hikers to make it really special
• Climb the highest peak and symbol of Slovenia, Mount Triglav
• Explore Triglav National Park - the only National Park in Slovenia and one of the oldest in Europe
• Spend a night in a Mountain Hut on our journey to the summit
• Stay in a lovely family run Guest House just 10 minutes walk from Lake Bled with twin ensuite rooms
• Enjoy the naturally wild and untamed nature of the Julian Alps
• Bask on the fairytale shores and deep blue waters of the glacial Lake Bled
• Visit Bled medieval Castle - the oldest castle in Slovenia and symbol of Bled

HOLIDAY DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Slovenia - the first officially Certified Green country in the world and a not so hidden gem anymore but actually a very popular destination among tourists and more specifically among hikers wanting to conquer the epic Mount Triglav - the highest peak in the Julian Alps.

Our journey starts from Ljubljana airport from where we will be taken by a private transfer to our accommodation in the picturesque town of Bled. Then, we will meet our hosts, check-in and have the rest of the day free to explore Bled. Do not miss out on the opportunity to visit the famous glacier Lake Bled - despite being Slovenia’s star tourist attraction, it remains unspoiled with crystal blue waters and a delightfully peaceful atmosphere. While there, do not forget the mighty Bled Castle which has been firmly standing at the top of 130 meters high steep cliff for over thousand years. Considered the oldest castles in the area, nowadays Lake Bled Castle is the most visited tourist gem that offers beautiful views of the lake and its small island, the Alpine town and the surrounding landscape with the peaks of the Julian Alps.

On the next two days, our adventure continues. We head off to the starting point of our hike - Krma Valley and from there towards our main destination - Mount Triglav. We will go through gentle paths, thick forests and green meadows while keeping our eyes open for the huge variety of wildlife that calls this area home, including griffon vultures, golden eagles and lynx. In the afternoon, we will reach our mountain hut where we will spend the night to get ready for the last challenge - the last 350m via ferrata route which will finally bring us on the top of Slovenia.

Important Notes

The hike is tough and a challenging activity with a demanding climb to the summit of the mountain. It also requires a high level of endurance and can be challenging for those, who are not used to longer hikes. The climb to the summit of Mt. Triglav is via ferrata, which is an extremely steep climb on steel ladders and steel wires and is not recommended for people, who are not in a good physical condition or are afraid of heights. You need to be of above average fitness for this trip and a regular hiker, used to tough mountains. If you have any doubts, please email us before signing up.

ITINERARY

Friday

Our private transfer will pick you up from Ljubljana Airport and take you to your lovely accommodation in Bled. In the afternoon/evening you will have time to explore this incredible town, visit Lake Bled, Bled Castle and try the local cuisine. There are numerous restaurants to choose from.

Saturday

Hike: To Mountain hut
Distance: 6.5 miles (10 km)
Grading: Challenging
Ascent: Approx 1600m
Hiking time: 5 to 7 hours

Today you will head off to the gorgeous Krma Valley in the Triglav National Park - the starting point of the hike. As you progress through the thick and lush forests, do not forget to turn around and enjoy the unreal views that open up behind you. In the afternoon, you will arrive at your mountain hut. You will have time to take a breath, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery and prepare for the next challenging day.

Sunday

Hike: Climb Mt Triglav and descent to the valley
Grading: Challenging
Ascent/Descent: 350m/1,980m
Hiking time: 4 to 6 hours

Today is time for climb! From the mountain hut to Mount Triglav is about 350m steep via ferrata route with a series of cables and ladders but once you are up there, it is definitely worth the effort. Take a few moments to capture the breathtaking panoramas that are surrounding you from every direction before you descend back down and return to Ljubljana airport in the early evening (complimentary transfer).

COST & PAYMENT

This trip is £374. Click “Attend” and pay the £100 deposit by Paypal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 7 days, we will send bank details once we receive your booking.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: FAQ

START AND END TIME

Times are local time i.e. the times for Slovenia are in Slovenian time

We suggest an inbound group flight below, for anyone on this flight or at the airport at this time we arrange a complimentary transfer to the accommodation at 10:05am. If you arrive later you will need to make your own way to the accommodation (we wait for the suggested flight if delayed).

Inbound flight 12.09.2025
EasyJet 6:30am from London Gatwick (LGW) to Ljubljana (LJU) landing at 9:45am
Flight: EZY8841

RETURN
Trip ends at Ljubljana airport on day 3 (approx 6 to 8pm at the airport). If holiday permits, you can extend your stay for a night and explore this city which we recommend - both in case of delays plus the mountain hut has no showers, so Friday night is the last chance to shower.

FOOD

Breakfast will be provided each day as well as dinner at the mountain hut. On the night in Bled you can explore your own choice of restaurant for dinner. Vegetarian food can be catered for but will be a more limited choice. Some dietary requirements such as gluten free, nut free cannot be catered for.

Please also note that the meals provided at the mountain hut are basic (vegetable/meat stews, sausage with mashed potato, etc).

We need to be aware of all dietary requirements prior to booking, please email us first to check if they can be catered for: info@outdooraholics.co.uk

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 2 nights accommodation in a guest house (twin rooms single gender) and a mountain hut (shared dormitory)
• Breakfast each day and dinner at the mountain hut
• Hikes by an experienced and trained Hike Leader with an Outdoor First Aid qualification and via ferrata experience
• Via Ferrata equipment
• Transportation throughout the trip
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection
• Locally imposed tourist tax

THE PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Flights
• Packed lunches and dinner on the Friday night
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Bled Castle entrance fee ~£10
• Tips for local guides
• Travel insurance

INSURANCE

It is essential that you have travel insurance that covers the cost of emergency medical treatment and also the activity of hiking (up to 3000m in this case). It is also recommended that this covers illness, cancellation and curtailment. You will be required to provide a copy of this before the trip. Without it we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.

Outdooraholics cannot verify policies or what they cover so please confirm with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy is not an indication that we confirm it is valid or covers what we list, only your insurers can confirm this.

There are lots of insurers who cover hiking, for example the BMC: LINK

You will also need to ensure you have all valid documents to visit this country including a passport and Visa if you require one. Slovenia is within the EU.

SAFETY - Your guide is a trained hike leader. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers - CLOTHING TIPS

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