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80s/90s Boat Party Aboard The Tattershall Castle Saturday 6th June
**SUMMER NIGHTS ARE HERE AND THERE IS NO BETTER PLACE TO BE THAN ON THE TATTERSHALL CASTLE**
YES , OUR FAMOUS SUMMER BOAT PARTIES ARE BACK !
WE'LL BE ROCKING THE BOAT ON SATURDAY 6TH JUNE and continuing every 2 weeks on a Saturday night throughout the summer .
**\*\* Event Fee : £7 for 1 person £10 for 2**
\*\*Buy your ticket online from : [https://fatso.ma/ffztq](https://fatso.ma/ffztq)
**No age restrictions : everyone is welcome . Come and meet other singles , mingle , make new friends and enjoy the buzz !**
The Tattershall Castle is a permanently moored boat on the Thames at Embankment . It is also a floating nightclub and one of our favourite Saturday night venues .
Summer nights aboard the Tattershall are absolutely sublime - there is simply nowhere else in London quite like it .
The event takes the form of a social gathering/mixer with introductions in the earlier part of the evening . Fingers crossed it will be mild enough by May for the DJ to start playing music on deck and we can dance til 11 pm and then continue with more dancing in the clubroom downstairs til 2 am .
I have a table reserved on deck (usually this is the first table on your right as you walk down the ramp onto the boat , but if you can't find me please ask a member of staff .) .
This will be our base whilst we are chatting , having a drink , dancing on deck , til 11pm , then we move down to the clubroom , where I have reserved another table for us .
\*\* Event Fee : £7 for 1 person £10 for 2
Buy your ticket online from : [https://fatso.ma/ffztq](https://fatso.ma/ffztq)
You are also free to use the bar/ward room below deck . This is a nice cosy refuge if it's chilly on deck and the windows provide an amazing view of all the coloured lights which illuminate the famous icons on the opposite side of the river (London Eye , City Hall , Southbank Centre , etc).
PLEASE NOTE that this event begins at 8 pm - **arrive before** **9 pm to avoid paying an entrance fee directly to the venue** , as well as to me .
THE BOAT MAY START CHARGING AFTER 9 PM .
I look forward to welcoming you on the night !
Please also bring photo ID (the venue's rules , not mine).
Please buy your ticket in advance from : [https://fatso.ma/ffztq](https://fatso.ma/ffztq)
**NB You must have your ticket ready** on your phone to show me on arrival , or have **£7 in cash** ready to pay me (Lynn).
Thank you .
Street Photography - Telling a Story
Part of the art of street photography is telling a story. In this workshop you'll learn how to tell a story and develop street photography skills. You'll be given some tips and then set a series of challenges to help build your confidence when shooting street photography.
EXPERIENCE
Complete beginners or those who would like a refresher.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
* What makes an interesting subject
* Candid or posed and how to approach people
* The legalities
* Camera settings
* Depth of field
* Composition
* What shutter speeds are important
* Black & white and why you need to think about colour
EQUIPMENT:
* Any camera
* A standard 18-55 kit lens will do or use a 70-200 for candid shots
OTHER ESSENTIALS
* A fun and experimental attitude!
PAYMENT OPTIONS
* PayPal via RSVP - Meetup transaction fee will be added. and you'll automatically be added to attend
* Send £25 via PayPal to \*\*[creativebeansproductions@gmail.com**](http://creativebeansproductions@gmail.com%2A%2A/) with no extra fee.
* Text Alex on 07956264049 and we will add you to the event attendee list.
TRAVEL
* As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey.
CONTACT
Alex 07956 264049
**VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026**
[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/)
**UPCOMING EVENTS**
[www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events](http://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events)
LONDON SKYBAR SOCIAL (AVIARY LOUNGE BAR)
An elevated evening above the city.
[AVIARY SKYBAR : HOW TO GET IN](https://www.instagram.com/p/DYO8UV0MGjF/?next=%2F)
**Should the weather shift, the evening will continue seamlessly inside the skybar lounge**
Join a carefully curated rooftop gathering hosted inside one of London’s luxury 5-star hotels, where skyline views, ambient music, and unexpected conversations set the tone for the night.
What to expect:
• Panoramic views stretching across London after dark
• An international crowd of creatives, professionals, travelers, and curious minds
• A relaxed yet refined atmosphere designed for genuine connections
• Cocktails, conversations, and a rooftop experience hidden above the city.
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**Dress Code: Smart**
**18+ Only**
Street Photography Borough Market and along Southbank
Morning at 11:00 am in Borough Market. 12:00 midday lunch, social and chat in the Mudlark pub for an hour followed by a walk along the Southbank. Meet in Minerva Square at 11:00am and again at 1:00pm if you are joining us for the second part only. What 3 words location for the start is: ///cars.woods.lively
I will create a WhatsApp group for the walk the week before and post a link on comments here. Please note that this is an analogue photo walk and we will be shooting film.
🔴🏞️ Day Trip & Hike: Cheddar Gorge (Private Minicoach) 🚌 [FULL]
Cheddar Gorge is England’s largest gorge, stretching for three miles, with cliffs rising nearly 400 feet (122 meters) high. It was formed roughly 1.2 million years ago during the last Ice Age, carved out by melting glaciers and ancient river. In 1903, the oldest, almost complete human skeleton in Britain, the 10,000 year old "Cheddar Man" was discovered in Gough’s Cave.
We are heading to the birthplace of Cheddar cheese! Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company still matures its cheese inside these caves today - you can even purchase some to take home.
💺 **Limited spaces (private minibus): Please initially add yourself to the waitlist > wait for message > make payment > you'll be added to going list.**
🏷️ **Please note:** Priority is given to regular and reliable/new attendees for such events. *Why? At Active Muslims, we place great importance on attendance records and active participation in our regular events, such as our regular walks and hikes. We believe these activities offer attendees the chance to form meaningful and strong connections with like-minded individuals. [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)].*
✊ *Reminder: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that [mindset](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBhPWpdIMKq/?igsh=MWVjdnZrdGZwd3dmYw==).*
HIKE: 🔴/🟠: TBC
📏 20-25km
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 500+m
🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/)
🚌 Private Mini coach, around 3+ hours drive there (same back). *Return time is approximate and depends on traffic.*
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💳 £57/pp
*Payment needs to be made promptly when the message/link has been sent to you. Send as friend & family - make sure I'm not charged a fee.*
📱 **[My WhatsApp](https://wa.me/+447799438148)**
*Message via above if your meetup DM is not open for messages.*
*(non-refundable - as need to pay minicoach company in advance*. *Price is based on a full van + parking - if this is not met we cannot secure the coach and you will be refunded)*
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📍 **[Clapham Junction Station (Back Exit) on Grant Road](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZkXfPbH3WrD8vNTdA)**
⌚ Meet from **8:01am**! We depart at **8:31am sharp!!!**
🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, make sure to have a little extra water for wudu if needed.
🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, packed lunch, water bottle (1.5-2L) & snacks to keep you going.
👕 Advisable to have layers.
🥾 Hiking boots recommended.
🧦 Hiking socks/double socks advised (reduces chance of blisters)
🔦 Headlight (winter)
📱 Fully charged mobile + portable charger
⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. Make sure to stay away from the edge of the cliffs and take extra care especially when descending.
🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**
*(Follow for latest events updates)*
🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)**
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging
We’ll be tackling a route offering breathtaking, panoramic views of the Gorge. Look out for the herd of feral goats that live on the cliffs! They help maintain the landscape, alongside rare Soay sheep. J.R.R. Tolkien visited here on his honeymoon and cited the caves as the inspiration for Helm’s Deep in The Lord of the Rings.
Street Photography - Capturing a Moment
Part of the art of street photography is telling a story. In this workshop you'll learn how to tell a story and develop street photography skills. You'll be given some tips and then set a series of challenges to help build your confidence when shooting street photography.
EXPERIENCE
* Beginner/refresher
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
* What makes an interesting subject
* Candid or posed and how to approach people
* The legalities
* Camera settings
* Depth of field
* Composition
* What shutter speeds are important
* Black & white and why you need to think about colour
EQUIPMENT:
* Any camera
* A standard 18-55 kit lens will do or use a 70-200 for candid shots
OTHER ESSENTIALS
* A fun and experimental attitude!
PAYMENT OPTIONS
* PayPal via RSVP - Meetup transaction fee will be added. and you'll automatically be added to attend
* Send £25 via PayPal to \*\*[creativebeansproductions@gmail.com**](http://creativebeansproductions@gmail.com%2A%2A/) with no extra fee.
* Text Alex on 07956264049 and we will add you to the event attendee list.
TRAVEL
* As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey
CONTACT
* Alex 07956 264049
VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026
[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095)
UPCOMING EVENTS
[www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events](http://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events)
Singles Social & Party, Soho, Comp Drink, Hap Hour! Djs, Karaoke, Rooftop
Hostess: Anna
\*This event is a collaboration with other meetup groups and social networks and it will be well attended
\*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from
[https://www.fatsoma.com/e/lps38u40/singles-social-party-with-djs-karaoke-and-rooftop-terrace-access-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-happy-hour-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/lps38u40/singles-social-party-with-djs-karaoke-and-rooftop-terrace-access-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-happy-hour-all-ages)
Single people socialising and partying in the heart of London, while keeping their eyes open trying to spot that special one that will make their heart jump
You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and act as a glue in the group.
We have a reserved area/table where we can mix and mingle, so that everybody can relax and feel comfortable and we get to know each other. and then we are going to move on the dance floor!
Whether you are looking for a partner or just to meet and connect with
other people who are at the same phase of life, this is the event for you!
You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the
beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in
crime or a partner in life!
Since this is a mix and mingle and not a speed dating there is no age
range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to
speak to whoever you fancy.
Connect with like minded people and open your social circle, enjoy
chatting about anything and everything, with those you like, for as long as you like
If you find somebody who you think you have a connection with, dare to
ask their contact details right then and there... like the old times ;)
Oh! and you don't need to ask the awkward question: 'so are you single?'
because they all will be!
Everyone arriving before 9pm receives a glass of prosecco (non alcoholic
option available as well)
Happy Hour till 8pm!
Karaoke access after 11pm
Dress code is smart/ elegant/ Smart Casual (smart dark jeans are fine but
ripped jeans, sportswear, trainers/sportshoes and hats are not allowed).
Zebrano Soho is a vibrant cocktail bar, restaurant, and nightclub in the beating heart of London’s most iconic entertainment district. Zebrano is more than just a venue – it’s a celebration of fun, flavour, and feel-good vibes. It offers amazing cocktails , great cuisine, multiple rooms and an outdoor rooftop terrace At Zebrano, we serve up delicious food, killer cocktails, and the best tunes in town – all in a space designed to make great nights unforgettable. Come for the vibe. Stay for the party. Leave with a story.
For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age.
Tickets are valid for entry till 11pm
How to find us: When you arrive please ask to be directed to Marianna's Events area/ Anna. Any issue on the night feel free to contact Ana: 07801038091 or Marianna: 07949526733
For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-
mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on:
07949526733
How to connect with us:
To see all our events please go to:
[https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events](https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events)
Like and follow our facebook page:
[https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland)
Join our facebook group:
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514)
Follow us on twitter:@Mariannasevents
Hot Air Ballooning Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Open Air Reels on Barnes Common
Come and join us for our second ever Scottish reels on the Common — to get us moving & spinning (it's a proper work out!), to have a laugh, to get us off our tech and to connect. Come rain or shine.
Just bring a bottle of water as it gets hot!
No experience needed whatsoever, B will call the dances. Just turn up. And yes — we may attempt a reel to Uptown Funk. Bringing Scottish dancing firmly into the 21st century.
Open to singles, students, marrieds, families, seniors, anyone who is a biped very welcome.
🔴⛰️ Hike: Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve (Petersfield Circular)
⛰️ Petersfield Curcular via the Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, a beautiful area which has been called Little Switzerland due to its wooded hills. The name Hanger comes from the Old English Hangra, meaning "wooded hillside". This lovely farmland and woodland trail that takes you along scenic paths where you can take in the views and keep an eye out for wildlife between the trees and in the fields!
🔴 **HIKE:**
📏 26km (16 miles)
🏔️ Elev. Gain: **800m**
💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h
*✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.*
📍 **Meet at:** **Waterloo: Opposite Platform 3**
🔄 **Start/End:** **Petersfield Station /** [Waterloo]
⌚ **Meet from:** 9:31, the train departs at **10:03** *[arrives 11:40 at Petersfield \ Return train aimed at 6:24pm.]*
**🚆 Travel & Tickets**
All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station.
**Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket**
We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible.
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**Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)**
I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this:
💳 **[PayPal Here (£19.70)](https://paypal.me/mubasher001/19.70)**
or
💳[ ](https://revolut.me/mubashermalik?currency=GBP&amount=1970)**[Revolut Here (£19.70)](https://revolut.me/mubashermalik?currency=GBP&amount=1970)**
*Please send via Friends & Family and make sure no **fee is charged***
**⏳Deadline**: Saturday 7:01pm
📱 **Confirmation**: Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid
*ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are purchased.*
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🚻 Waterloo, on-board train
**🎒 Essentials:**
* **Gear:** Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing.
* **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and 1.5–2L of water.
* **Tech:** Fully charged phone + portable power bank.
* **Safety:** Emergency whistle + Headtorch (winter).
* **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand. Be ready to join the group promptly to keep us on schedule
**📋 Attendance Policy:**
When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]*
⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.
🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)**
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging
**Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**
Amberley to Worthing – South Downs backcountry paths & Cissbury Ring
**WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO**
Distance: **25km** (c. 15 miles)
Ascent: c. **585m**
Estimated Duration (approx): **7 hours walking (moderate pace 4km/hr)**
Difficulty: **Energetic**
**HIGHLIGHT**
· Great views from Amberley Mount and Rackman Hill
· Undulating paths over the downs heading south towards Worthing
· Slow ascents and descents on remote paths away from South Downs Way
· Visit the ancient and most historic hill fort in Sussex – The Cissbury Ring.
· Optional sea swim at the end!
**DESCRIPTION**
*This walk is on paths less travelled over South Downs rolling hills with fantastic views along the way. There is an optional sea swim at the end for those who want to cool off after a good day’s walk.*
This is a beautiful part of the south downs with fantastic views and rolling hills - and with some neolithic and bronze age history along our way.
We start our walk in Amberley as we head up our first hill onto the South Downs to Rackman Hill for fantastic views looking north towards the North Downs – hopefully we will have good views on the day.
We then head south over rolling hills and forlorn paths, meeting locals who know the less travelled parts of the south downs. I have chosen a route which meanders past other settlement hills and hopefully with views over to the sea. We pass Finden for a refreshment stop after 14km (no pub stops before then).
We then head over to Cissbury Ring – the oldest hill fort on the South Downs Way. It boasts much history - a neolithic flint mines, bronze age burial ground, iron age hill fort, a roman mint, a tudor vantage point before it was investigated archeologically by the Victorians. Then onto Worthing for a drink and a swim!
Option at this stage is to head back to London or go down to Worthing Pier and have a swim.
*ps. My walks make time to enjoy the views, take in local history, and look at interesting buildings along the way.*
**PROGRAMME**
You can choose to **meet at London Victoria or the Hike Starting Point**.
The applicable time and meeting points are detailed below.
**MEETING POINT:**
We will assemble beside Nero's and by Neil Yards Remedies opposite the Information Desk
**LONDON STATION MEETING DETAILS**
**Assembly Time:**
by 08.00 - for those looking to come in on the Group Save
by 08.15 - for people who have their own tickets as we move to the train
08.32 - train departs
09.59 - train arrives
**HIKE START POINT**
Leave at: **10.10**
Meetup Point: **Amberley Train Station** \- outside the front
**RETURN**
It is impossible to promise a specified finish train and time, but we aim to return to London on the **18.35 (20.05 arrival)** if you are not swimming.
There are trains at 35mins and 55mins per hour (the latter trains at 55mins take much longer). There is a train at 17.35 (19.05 arrival) but we're unlikely to catch this train.
**HIKE COST**
The cost for the **hike is £10 per person**
**TRAIN INFORMATION**
For those buying their own tickets, please get a **return to FORD (covers both the Amberley and Worthing train routes) .**
**GROUP SAVE**
Group save train fare is **£26.70** \- if you want to join in\, please message me\.
Alternatively, you can buy a Network Railcards for £35/ year for similar off peak savings. www.network-railcard.co.uk.
**REVIEWS**
[Trip Advisor](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/aaa-outdoor-hiking-adventure-travel/feedback-overview/)
**PRICE INCLUDES**
· Guided hike planned and led by an experienced AAA leader, trained in Outdoor First Aid.
**PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE**
· Travel costs
· Lunch, drinks or any refreshments
· PayPal fees
**RECOMMENDED KIT LIST** [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)complete list[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)
· Suitable hiking shoes or boots
· Packed lunch and snacks
· Water - 2 litres recommended
· Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
· Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
· Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino
**CANCELLING/REFUNDS**
If you can no longer join the hike, please message the Host listed on here, and update your RSVP status to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the hike is full, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', we will refund you, less than the PayPal/Meetup fees. To obtain this, please email info@aaalondongroup.com **after the event**, with the email address you use on your PayPal account and transaction reference. If the hike is not full, unfortunately we will not be able to provide any refund.
**QUESTIONS**
If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/frequently-asked-questions). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page.
We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA London Group Terms and Conditions.
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RNBLAND - Summer Indoor & Outdoor RnB Day Festival
RNBLAND returns to Studio 338 for our most ambitious event yet, a full-scale **Indoor/Outdoor RnB Festival** with 2,500+ people, festival production, and the soundtrack to your entire summer, all in one day.
The old school. The new school. The anthems you know every word to and the ones that hit different when the sun's out. This is RnB the way it was meant to be experienced — outside, with your people, vibes at maximum.
🌞 **Sunday 7th June 2026**
📍 **Studio 338, London**
🕒 **3PM – 10PM** 🎉
🎪 **Indoor & Outdoor Stages**
Tickets can be purchased from eventbrite the website: www.whatsthemotiveuk.com
Admin fee: £5
Early summer in Epping Forest to Lee Valley | Free Hike 23.5km (14.6mi)
**Grade: 🥾🥾 🥾Level 3/5**
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**📖SUMMARY:**
🥾23\.5km \(16mi\) \| Ascent 394m \| Descent 429m \| Max Elevation 115m
**🚊Train:**
**1- Outbound:** *Single Ticket* **London Liverpool Street ➡️ Chingford**
**2- Inbound:** *Single Ticket* **Cheshunt ➡️ London**
😁This is a *Friendly Oyster or contactless (bank card) trip*. No advance tickets are needed.
⛳️ **Meeting Point:** **2 Options**
**1-** London Liverpool Street train station \- Information desk \(Opposite Platform 10\) \| **10:10** (Train is at **10:31**)
**2-** Chingford \- Outside train station \| **10:55**
⚠️This is a **Point to Point (not Circular)** Hike
**📍Hike** **start:** **Chingford** train station \| **11:05**
**🔚Hike** **finish:** **Cheshunt** train station \| approx\. **\~18:00**
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🚊**TRAIN TICKET INFORMATION:**
I would recommend you get:
🎟️This is a **Friendly Oyster or contactless (bank card) trip**, both for the outward and return journeys. There’s no need to buy tickets in advance, as fares are paid directly by tapping in and out at the stations.
* **➡️Outbound:** London Liverpool Street **10:31 → 10:57** Chingford
* **⬅️Inbound:** Cheshunt **→** London
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**📕ABOUT:**
\- A proper London\-edge adventure that strings together two of the capital’s most underrated wild spaces in a single walk — ancient Epping Forest and the lakes and waterways of the Lee Valley\.
\- We start at Chingford\, where Queen Victoria opened the Forest to the people in 1882\, then head straight in past Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge and pretty Connaught Water\.
\- From there it’s miles of rolling\, knobbly oak and beech woodland — some trees as old as the Anglo\-Saxons — climbing gently to the High Beach ridge at 115m\, the day’s high point\.
\- A long\, lovely descent through Sewardstone drops us out of the trees and into the Lee Valley: marshes\, lakes\, reedbeds\, and the calm of the Lee Navigation towpath all the way into Cheshunt\.
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**⭐️HIGHLIGHTS:**
* **Chingford & Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge:** 1543 Tudor grandstand on the edge of the Forest.
* **Connaught Water:** peaceful early-morning lake, popular with herons and swans.
* **Epping Forest ancient woodland:** 5,900 acres of veteran oaks, beeches and hornbeams; some trees as old as the Anglo-Saxons.
* **High Beach ridge:** the day’s high point, classic Forest views.
* **Sewardstone:** the Forest’s quiet western edge, opening into farmland.
* **River Lee Country Park:** lakes, wetlands and excellent birdwatching.
* **Lee Navigation towpath:** tranquil canal walking right into Cheshunt.
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**💷COST: Free**
This hike is completely free to join but participants need to purchase their own transport tickets.
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🎒**WHAT TO BRING:**
* 2L Water
* Packed lunch and snacks
* Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
* Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, waterproofs, hat, sunscreen)
* Optional: trekking poles, camera
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*✅***WHO CAN JOIN:**
* Our hikes are open to adults aged 21 and over.
* For safety reasons, we’re not able to include children.
* We love animals, but pets (including dogs) can’t join our hikes.
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**🚨RSVP & ATTENDANCE:**
RSVP only if you plan to attend. Please cancel as early as possible if you can no longer make it so others can join. A no-show means you RSVPed but did not attend or cancelled just before or after the start time. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations without a valid reason may lead to removal. Reliable regulars who end up on a waitlist may message the host for priority consideration.
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**☯️STAYING TOGETHER:**
A dedicated back marker is not always present, so please keep others in sight and avoid moving too far ahead or falling too far behind. Faster walkers should wait at junctions. The hike leader will pause at key points to regroup and reduce the chance of anyone becoming separated from the group.
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⚠️ **DISCLAIMER:**
By joining, you confirm that you have read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.
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Your Summer Social Life Starts Here 🍻🎳 🍻 20% Off for NEW Bowlers!
🎳 **Summer Fun Starts on the Lanes! 20% off for NEW bowlers!**
The 6-week summer social bowling league is here - cold drinks, fun times, and new friends await on the lanes! Whether you're looking to meet new people, unwind after work, or just have a fun weekly outing, this league is for everyone.
Social vibes, happy hour energy, and plenty of chances to connect with others. No matter your skill level, this league is all about having fun and meeting awesome people. ;)
**🗓 Thursday nights \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $74 *(while Early Bird is active)***
**🚨New to the league?** Use discount code (**MUSU26**) for 20% off - $59.20 *during **Early Bird***
**💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
**Why Join?**
🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan
🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s, 30s, & 40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar
🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome!
👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early
🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes
💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends!
**Want in?**
Join our Meetup team Spare Me 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/25fumfry
Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way!
📅 League Dates (Thursday nights): June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30
***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)***
**Cost & What’s Included:**
✔ $74 **Early Bird** registration - **New bowler? Get 20% off w/ code: MUSU26**
✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week)
✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup
✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people
👉 **Sign up now:**
💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
🤑New bowlers use code MUSU26 to save 20%
📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG
📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7
Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!
Bondage Photography Demonstration
*Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.*
Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them.
Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.




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