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)
Full Events Calendar
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
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).
***
---------------------------------
✅ INCLUDED
---------------------------------
- 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.
**
---------------------------------
❌ NOT INCLUDED
---------------------------------
- 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.
**
---------------------------------
🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
---------------------------------
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 🐾
**
---------------------------------
📅 TRIP STRUCTURE
---------------------------------
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.
**
---------------------------------
💰 COST & PAYMENT
---------------------------------
£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! :)
**
--------------------------------
🚙 GETTING THERE
--------------------------------
See information in the comments section below.
**
---------------------------------
⚠️ IMPORTANT
--------------------------------
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
7
- £10.00
DEVIL’S 8 – Hassocks Circular (27.5km) / Strenuous
Hassocks Station, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8JD, GBHILLY FITNESS WALK
17 mi (27.5 km) / 1100m ascent / Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Between the Devil and the dark blue sea… are you bold enough for this adventure?
A seriously challenging hike through the wildlands of the glorious South Downs. Expect breathtaking views, relentless steep climbs, traditional working windmills, and the legendary Devil’s Dyke itself. This is a trail with teeth and grit that pulls no punches.
If you’ve been craving a sprinkle of devilish spice in your life, this is your moment. Join us, embrace the challenge, and take on the fearsome Devil’s 8. 😈🥾
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
**
--------------------------------
🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
---------------------------------
GOOD TO STRONG – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.**
---------------------------------
🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
---------------------------------
(#) Endless panoramic views across the rippling spine of the South Downs.
(#) Stand beneath the impressive Clayton Windmills.
(#) Sink your claws into the savage ascents of Wolstonbury & Newtimber Hills.
(#) Prowl the depths of the legendary Devil’s Dyke – dark, dramatic, unforgettable.
(#) Enjoy an outdoor lunch from a commanding hilltop viewpoint.
(#) Pass through traditional, character-rich countryside villages & pubs.**
--------------------------------
🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
--------------------------------
Extended break for lunch – Hill viewpoint / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
---------------------------------
🌎 MEETING POINT
---------------------------------
‘PLATFORM 2 EXIT’ to Hassocks Station, no later than specified start time.**
--------------------------------
📝 LOGISTICS
--------------------------------- 8:46 – Train from VICTORIA
- 9:45 – Start walk from HASSOCKS
- 18:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Circular hike)
**
---------------------------------
🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Hassocks’
(No changes required)
**
--------------------------------
💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
--------------------------------
(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**
--------------------------------
🥾 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)
**
--------------------------------
⚕️ SAFETY
--------------------------------
This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
--------------------------------
📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
--------------------------------
By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
--------------------------------
📢 CONNECT
--------------------------------
Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group1 attendee - £240.00
PEAK DISTRICT TRIP (Edale) / 2026, Apr 17-20
YHA Edale Activity Centre, Nether Booth, Hope Valley, GB£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).
***
---------------------------------
✅ INCLUDED
---------------------------------- 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.
**
---------------------------------
❌ NOT INCLUDED
---------------------------------- 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.
**
---------------------------------
🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
---------------------------------
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 🐾
**
---------------------------------
📅 TRIP STRUCTURE
---------------------------------
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.
**
---------------------------------
💰 COST & PAYMENT
---------------------------------
£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 #: 02162841Only payment secures your place. Please email tukitiger@gmail.com after payment so we can confirm receipt. Thanks! :)
**
--------------------------------
🚙 GETTING THERE
--------------------------------
See information in the comments section below.**
---------------------------------
⚠️ IMPORTANT
--------------------------------
By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONSOutdoor 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 - BMC12 attendees - £10.00
BODIAM BOUNTY – Robertsbridge Circular (25km) / Moderate
Robertsbridge Railway Station, 27 Station Road, Robertsbridge, al, GBSTEADY PACED SCENIC WALK + WINE FLIGHT (Optional Extra)
15.5 mi (25 km) / 450m ascent / Moderate (3 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Unleash your inner explorer in the stunning High Weald, where rolling panoramic views stretch across emerald woodlands and pastoral fields alive with farm life. Wander lush forest trails and open countryside, with an optional ‘Wine Flight’ stop at the 5-mile mark – only if the group fancies it! 🍷
The adventure continues with an outdoor lunch surrounded by nature, before a close-up encounter with the iconic, storybook splendour of Bodiam Castle, rising proudly from its moat.
Roar optional. Memories guaranteed. 🐯
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
**
---------------------------------
🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
---------------------------------
AVERAGE TO GOOD – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a steady pace.**
---------------------------------
🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
--------------------------------
(#) Optional extra: Wine tasting at Sedlescombe Vineyard (£10).
(#) Explore the abundant colours and rich woodland trails of Vinehall Forest & Brede High Wood.
(#) Encounter the medieval might of the archetypal 14th-century moated Bodiam Castle, rising proudly from its waters.
(#) Wander through traditional, character-rich rural villages and welcoming country pubs.
(#) Culminate the day with a gentle, rewarding walk through a splendid orchard.**
--------------------------------
🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
--------------------------------
Extended break for lunch with optional ‘Wine Tasting’ / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
--------------------------------
🌎 MEETING POINT
--------------------------------
‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Robertsbridge Station, no later than specified start time.**
---------------------------------
📝 LOGISTICS
-------------------------------- 8:54 – Train from LONDON BRIDGE
- 10:10 – Start walk from ROBERTSBRIDGE
- 18:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Circular hike)
**
---------------------------------
🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Robertsbridge'
(No changes required)
**
---------------------------------
💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
--------------------------------
(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**
---------------------------------
🥾 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)
**
---------------------------------
⚕️ SAFETY
--------------------------------
This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
---------------------------------
📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
--------------------------------
By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
---------------------------------
📢 CONNECT
--------------------------------
Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group1 attendee - £10.00
ROUTE 1066 – Winchelsea Circular (25km Linear) / Moderate
Winchelsea Train Station - Southern Railway, Winchelsea Lane, Winchelsea, GBSTEADY PACED SCENIC WALK
15.5 mi (25 km) / 400m ascent / Moderate (3 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED 🐾
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS 📷Step back to 14 October 1066, when French and English armies clashed at the Battle of Hastings. The 1066 Country Walk, a 31-mile low-level route, follows the landscapes that witnessed the Norman Conquest, offering a journey through history and the English countryside alike.
Starting at Pevensey Castle, the trail passes the iconic Battle Abbey and Battlefield, then winds through medieval Winchelsea – a quaint, colourful village full of charm and character, and the perfect destination for this outdoor adventure.
We will focus on the most beautiful sections of the 1066 Country Walk, particularly toward the end, where stunning sea views reward our steps as we approach Winchelsea in unforgettable style.
Also advertised here: TUKI TIGER ADVENTURES (See full attendees).
**
--------------------------------
🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
---------------------------------
AVERAGE TO GOOD – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a steady pace.**
--------------------------------
🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
--------------------------------
(#) Take in dramatic panoramic views across the East Sussex countryside, spanning the High Weald AONB and stretching out to the English Channel horizon.
(#) Enjoy a peaceful ramble through orchards, woodlands, and fields alive with farm life.
(#) Pause for a serene outdoor lunch at a glorious hilltop viewpoint, soaking in the surrounding beauty.
(#) Unwind with a well-earned refreshment at a charming, traditional rural pub.
(#) Relax with a richly deserved refreshment at a charismatic, traditional, rural countryside pub
(#) Discover the picturesque village of Winchelsea, a historic and colourful stop once cherished by Spike Milligan.**
--------------------------------
🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
--------------------------------
Extended break for lunch – Hill viewpoint / Mid hike pub stop (for drinks only) / Walk end pub stop.**
--------------------------------
🌎 MEETING POINT
--------------------------------
‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Winchelsea Station, no later than specified start time.**
-------------------------------
📝 LOGISTICS
-------------------------------- 9:34 – Train from ST PANCRAS INT.
- 10:25 – Connection at READING
- 10:55 – Start walk from GORING & STREATLEY
- 17:30 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Circular hike)
**
---------------------------------
🚂 TRAIN TICKET
-------------------------------- 'Return to Winchelsea' (valid on HS1)
(1 Change)
**
--------------------------------
💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
--------------------------------
(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**
--------------------------------
🥾 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)
**
--------------------------------
⚕️ SAFETY
--------------------------------
This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.**
--------------------------------
📜 TERMS & CONDITIONS
--------------------------------
By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS**
--------------------------------
📢 CONNECT
--------------------------------
Instagram
Facebook
Facebook Group5 attendees
Past events
102
Group links
Organizers
Members
779
