About us
Welcome to Top Notch Hikes
Your portal for day hikes, trips & fully organised, outdoor adventures.
In partnership with Tuki Tiger Adventures and Tuki Tours
As an active London based group our events & excursions are geared towards anyone who enjoys hiking, wants to have fun improving their fitness, loves new experiences, appreciates visiting beautiful places, or simply adores travelling - with the optional benefit of meeting new people on exciting, bespoke designed, expertly guided adventures.
You will find a varied range of events to entice your lust for new thrills, from relaxing countryside walks, to army tough hikes designed to push participants to their physical limits, to other forms of outdoor adventures, such as Kayaking or even Wine Tasting!
Ultimately we’re about embracing nature, escaping reality, seeking adventure - like-minded individuals, exploring and enjoying together! Real freedom lies in the wilderness, until you step into the unknown, you don’t know what you are truly capable of.
Do you yearn for more?
WHO IS TUKI TIGER?
As the founder of Tuki Tiger Adventures, Top Notch Hikes and Tuki Tours, I am an experienced hiker, walk leader & qualified fitness instructor - I have had the good fortune to enjoy the outdoors & extensive travel during my life & would like to share this passion with you. My emphasis is very much on devising highly creative hiking trails & organising fun, well-structured packaged trips & social events, where prominence is placed on making new friends in a joyful & relaxed environment.
If you’re seeking to improve your general health, crave exciting, passionately designed, expertly guided hikes & adventures in the great outdoors, with lively people from a range of cultural backgrounds, then a Top Notch Hikes event is the one for you!
WHAT ADVENTURES DO WE ORGANISE?
The UK and the World at large has a plethora of hidden beauty and delightful treats. With the extensive knowledge garnered from decades of hiking & travel, it is the mission of Top Notch Hikes to devise exciting days out & group trips for all to enjoy in a dynamic fun environment.
Day Hikes
We offer multiple day hikes of varying length & difficulty, ranging from leisurely trails geared towards the majority, to uniquely, very demanding days out with multiple ascents at a fast pace - very challenging & not for the faint hearted!
We visit locations across the whole of the East, South East & eastern edge of the South West, frequenting such beauty spots as the Chiltern Hills, High Weald, Kent Downs, South Downs, Surrey Hills & numerous coastal trails, brimming with serene peaceful countryside, challenging undulations, stunning flora & fauna, & nearly always accompanied by spectacular panoramic views; you decide what level of adventure you prefer!
Guests can expect a professionally organised & competently guided outdoor adventure. With extensive man hours, every single trail is thoroughly researched, pre-walked (recce) & custom designed to be as unique & creative as possible.
A hike grading system is used where TIGER PAWS are used to depict the nature of a day’s events. Please click on the link below for further info. It is VERY IMPORTANT you carefully understand the physical nature of each adventure to avoid disappointment as some hikes are for the strong & experienced only.
Hike Gradings
Day Trips
Work in progress, come back soon!
Weekend Escapes
We offer package getaways that usually involve 3-5 days of adventurous pursuits – sometimes with multiple hike options to choose from each day, possibly adrenaline packed activities, maybe an arranged tour to a site of interest, or even the occasional themed dinner for a fun-packed, social evening of entertainment.
Accommodation, occasionally travel and whatever form of entertainment planned – guided walks, a tour of a cave, kayaking down a river etc. – will always be included in the package price, or stated as an optional extra where applicable.
Our lodging could be as basic as bunk beds in a dorm room, to luxury hotel surroundings; price will reflect the quality of premises being used for the trip.
Tuki Tours
Our overseas escape packages. Work in progress, come back soon!
WHAT ABOUT SAFETY?
Safety is always our number one priority. Although we can never make the outdoor environment entirely safe, with our experience, training and meticulous planning we aim to minimise the risk.
Top Notch Hikes day activities are led by very experienced event leaders with an Outdoor Activity First Aid qualification or similar.
Generally, event numbers are restricted to ensure activities are managed in the most effective manner possible for maximum guest enrichment.
FURTHER INFORMATION
[TukiTiger@gmail.com](mailto:TukiTiger@gmail.com)
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Look forward to meeting you on an adventure soon
James ;)
Featured event
PEAK DISTRICT TRIP (Edale) / 2026, Apr 17-20
£240 / 3 Ngts / Shared Room
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷
Perched high above the Edale valley in a majestic stone country house, tucked into ancient woodland on the slopes of the legendary Kinder Scout Plateau. With vast horizons rolling out beneath you, this is your lofty basecamp for a weekend of wild exploration!
Venture into the infamous ‘Dark’ Peak – where the land grows bolder, the weather wilder, and every viewpoint more jaw-dropping than the last.
Think brooding heather moorlands, the epic spine of the Great Ridge, the daring wartime legacy of Ladybower’s bouncing bombs, the tooth-like tors of Derwent, and the sweeping gritstone edges that crown Stanage.
Then descend into valleys wrapped in forest, where steep, secretive slopes fold into one another, hiding trails begging to be explored.
From rugged heights to shadowy woods, each day promises big adventure, big scenery and big smiles – all from one of the most atmospheric corners of the Peak District. Ready to join the thrill?
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
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✅ INCLUDED
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- 3 nights shared accommodation in YHA Edale / 4 bed rooms (x3)
- 3 guided hikes
- 3 breakfast buffets / cooked & continental
Mixed sex rooms is a possibility.
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❌ NOT INCLUDED
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- Transport (car shares can be organised)
- Lunches & evening meals
- Travel insurance
{LUNCH} - An option to purchase your lunch in advance from the PENNY POT CAFE (next to Edale Station) will be available. Costs & sandwich options TBD.
{DINNER} - I will make reservations on behalf of the group to dine together in the evenings in local pubs.
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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All trails require good to strong fitness, capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.
- Saturday – Strenuous (4 paws)
- Sunday – Strenuous (4 paws)
- Monday – Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
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📅 TRIP STRUCTURE
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No CARS will be required to get to the hikes but we will use TRAINS on two days, please be advised that this extra expense is not included in the trip cost.
- Day 1 – Arrive early evening / Drinks in hostel bar or drive to local pub
- Day 2 – Train / Hike (Circular) / Train / Pub Dinner
- Day 3 – Hike (Linear) / Train / Pub Dinner
- Day 4 – Hike (Circular)
Monday hike will be complete by 15:00. Full trip details to be shared closer to the date.
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💰 COST & PAYMENT
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£100 – (Deposit due Jan 17th ’26) / £140 – (Balance due Mar 17th ’26)
To confirm your place on this trip use online banking. Your RSVP alone is not enough to reserve a space. Please use EDALE as your payment reference. The account details are:
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
Only payment secures your place. Please email tukitiger@gmail.com after payment so we can confirm receipt. Thanks! :)
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🚙 GETTING THERE
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See information in the comments section below.
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⚠️ IMPORTANT
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS
Outdoor activities involve a danger of personal injury or death, extreme weather can also dictate an alteration to planned events for your own safety.
You should be aware of & accept these risks as you are responsible for your own safety & should not undertake anything beyond your abilities. It is your responsibility to be correctly equipped for the weather & activity you have chosen to participate in.
Appropriate insurance is recommended – BMC offer suitable policies.
Link - BMC
Upcoming events
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- £10.00
ECLIPSE – Haywards Heath to Balcombe (29km) / Strenuous
Hampstead Heath Railway Station, South End Road, Hampstead, NW3 2QD, London, GBHILLY FITNESS WALK
18 mi (29 km) / 700m ascent / Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Step into the beautiful High Weald countryside, wandering through peaceful woodland, rolling farmland and quiet country paths alive with the sounds of nature. You might even catch a curious cow or two watching your progress with great interest.
This is what we like to call an “easier strenuous hike” – a friendly introduction to the next level of adventure. It’ll challenge you just enough to earn those endorphins and a well-deserved snack, without leaving you questioning your life choices.
Perfect for anyone ready to take that confident next step in their hiking journey. Lace up, bring a smile – the High Weald awaits! 🌿
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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GOOD TO STRONG – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.**
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🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Stunning panoramic viewpoints across the High Weald.
(#) Rolling green hills, rich woodland and picturesque farmland.
(#) Enjoy a relaxed outdoor lunch surrounded by classic English countryside.
(#) A few short but rewarding ascents to get the heart pumping.
(#) Explore charming rural villages and unwind in traditional, character-filled pubs.**
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🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
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🌎 MEETING POINT
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‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Haywards Heath Station, no later than specified start time.**
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📝 LOGISTICS
--------------------------------- 9:05 – Train from LONDON BRIDGE
- 9:55 – Start walk from HAYWARDS HEATH
- 17:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Linear hike) – Finish at BALCOMBE Station
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🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Haywards Heath’
(No changes required)
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💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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(A) PAYPAL – @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option ONLY!(B) BANK TRANSFER
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
Link - PAYMENT TERMS**
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🥾 WHAT TO BRING
--------------------------------- Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
- Sit mat
- Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
- AVOID - jeans
- Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
- Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
- Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
- Water – 1 to 2 litres
- Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)
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⚕️ SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
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📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
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📢 CONNECT
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Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group18 attendees - £10.00
AMOUR CANAL TRAIL – Rye House Circular (23.5km) / Moderate
Rye House station, Hertfordshire, EN11 0EG, GBSTEADY PACED SCENIC WALK
14.5 mi (23.5 km) / 200m ascent / Moderate (3 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Your tigerish Valentine’s adventure awaits…
Scenic canal trails and tranquil streams twist through charming forest woodland, where birdsong-filled paths lead past sleepy village hamlets and on to character-rich countryside pubs – a moderately paced walk with a quietly adventurous edge, prowling through the pretty county of Hertfordshire.
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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AVERAGE TO GOOD – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a steady pace.**
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🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Glide along the scenic canal trails of Lee Valley Country Park.
(#) Explore the ancient forests of Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve.
(#) Tread sections of the Hertfordshire Way, a magnificent long-distance path.
(#) Enjoy a relaxed outdoor lunch immersed in nature.
(#) Pause for well-earned pitstops in traditional, character-rich countryside villages and welcoming pubs.**
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🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Mid hike pub stops (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
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🌎 MEETING POINT
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‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Rye House Station, no later than specified start time.**
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📝 LOGISTICS
-------------------------------- 8:54 – Train from LIVERPOOL STREET
- 9:26 – Connection at WALTHAM CROSS
- 9:40 – Start walk from RYE HOUSE
- 17:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Circular hike)
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🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Rye House'
(1 Change) / (Contactless optional)
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💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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(A) PAYPAL – @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option ONLY!(B) BANK TRANSFER
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
Link - PAYMENT TERMS**
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🥾 WHAT TO BRING
--------------------------------- Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
- Sit mat
- Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
- AVOID - jeans
- Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
- Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
- Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
- Water – 1 to 2 litres
- Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)
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⚕️ SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
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📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
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📢 CONNECT
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Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group4 attendees - £10.00
SILENT POOL – Dorking West to Chilworth (25.5km) / Strenuous
Dorking West, Station Road, Dorking, GBHILLY FITNESS WALK
16 mi (25.5 km) / 750m ascent / Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷A hike born straight from the spirit of Indiana Jones – a tranquil trail that winds through dreamy, emerald-green forest, over playful Surrey Hills, and into chocolate-box English countryside villages so rich in character that Hollywood chose them as the setting for The Holiday.
Then the adventure steps up a gear… as the explorer inside you is summoned for a twisting, daring route in search of the legendary Silent Pool!
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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GOOD TO STRONG – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.**
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🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Soak up sweeping, panoramic views across the mighty Surrey Hills.
(#) Venture deep into enchanting forests – including the storied Hurt Wood.
(#) Savour lunch in the charming village of Shere, iconic filming location of The Holiday.
(#) Track down the legendary Silent Pool, with its crystal-clear waters and gin distillery treasure.
(#) Conquer St Martha’s Hill and take in its impressive, wide-reaching viewpoint.**
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🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Short break at Silent Pool Gin Distillery / Walk end pub stop.**
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🌎 MEETING POINT
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‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Dorking West Station, no later than specified start time.**
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📝 LOGISTICS
--------------------------------- 9:00 – Train from LONDON BRIDGE
- 9:40 - Connection at REDHILL
- 10:00 – Start walk from DORKING WEST
- 17:30 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Linear hike) – Finish at CHILWORTH Station
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🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Chilworth’
(1 Change)
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💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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(A) PAYPAL – @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option ONLY!(B) BANK TRANSFER
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
Link - PAYMENT TERMS**
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🥾 WHAT TO BRING
--------------------------------- Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
- Sit mat
- Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
- AVOID - jeans
- Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
- Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
- Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
- Water – 1 to 2 litres
- Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)
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⚕️ SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
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📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
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📢 CONNECT
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Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group6 attendees - £10.00
THE WOODCUTTER – Sevenoaks Circular (27.5km) / Strenuous
Sevenoaks Station, London Road, Sevenoaks, GBHILLY FITNESS WALK
17 mi (27.5 km) / 850m ascent / Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Sevenoaks and its surrounding countryside may look polished at first glance, but beneath the postcard calm lies a landscape built to test the legs and stir the soul. Ancient woodland, brooding hills, grand estates and villages forged long before comfort was a concept – this is England at its raw, timeless best.
Today we prowl through tangled mixed woodland, claw our way up the slopes of Toys Hill, stalk past the historic stronghold of Chartwell, and stride alongside some of Kent’s most striking garden landscapes. Expect mud, sweat, lung-burning climbs and moments where the views hit hard.
We finish like all true Tuki Tigers should – victorious, dusty, and thirsty – rolling back into Sevenoaks for a well-earned pint at a character-rich countryside watering hole. 🐅🔥🍻
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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GOOD TO STRONG – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.**
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🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Climb Toy’s Hill, rewarded with wide-reaching panoramic views from the summit.
(#) Circle the historic grounds of Sir Winston Churchill’s Chartwell House, rich in heritage and character.
(#) Follow stretches of the Greensand Way, one of Kent’s finest long-distance trails.
(#) Wander through ancient woodland, guided by birdsong and the quiet rhythm of the trail.
(#) Enjoy lunch near the National Trust’s Emmetts Garden, surrounded by classic Kent countryside.
(#) Pass through traditional rural villages, finishing with welcoming, character-rich pubs.**
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🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
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🌎 MEETING POINT
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‘PLATFORM 4 EXIT’ to Sevenoaks Station, no later than specified start time.**
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📝 LOGISTICS
--------------------------------- 9:13 – Train from LONDON BRIDGE
- 9:40 – Start walk from SEVENOAKS
- 17:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Circular hike)
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🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Sevenoaks’
(No changes required)
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💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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(A) PAYPAL – @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option ONLY!(B) BANK TRANSFER
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
Link - PAYMENT TERMS**
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🥾 WHAT TO BRING
--------------------------------- Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
- Sit mat
- Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
- AVOID - jeans
- Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
- Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
- Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
- Water – 1 to 2 litres
- Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)
**
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⚕️ SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
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📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
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📢 CONNECT
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Instagram
Facebook
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