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Whitby & Robin Hood’s Bay Yorkshire Coast Walking Weekend
**Whitby & Robin Hood’s Bay Walking Weekend**
Join **Large Outdoors** for a leisurely coastal break exploring Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and the Yorkshire Coast. Expect guided coastal walking, seaside history, and a relaxed sociable atmosphere.
### **What to Expect:**
**Guided Walks** – Explore the Cleveland Way and Cinder Track with an experienced guide.
**Yorkshire Coast & Stories** – Smuggling heritage, abbey ruins, big sea views and characterful villages.
**Hotel Stay** – Comfortable base within easy reach of the beach.
**Public Transport Accessible** – Free station collection from Scarborough at 18:00 (must be booked in advance).
**Relaxed & Sociable Format** – Ideal for solo walkers and those looking to meet like-minded people.
💸 **Save £50 per person** with code **WHITBYWINTER26** when you book by **30 November 2025**.
🔗 **Full details & booking:** [https://www.largeoutdoors.com/whitby-robin-hoods-bay-yorkshire-coast-walking-weekend](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/whitby-robin-hoods-bay-yorkshire-coast-walking-weekend)
A coastal weekend with scenic walking, great company, and time to explore Whitby and Robin Hood’s Bay.
Nordic Walking Brockwell Park
Ready to get outside? Our Friday morning Nordic Walk in Brockwell Park is back!
At this moment we can meet with up to 30 people (of more than two households) to do outdoor exercise and walks. However, i like to keep our exercise groups small, so I have set the maximum participants at 12.
For now this walk is for our experienced Nordic Walkers only, who already used to Nordic Walk with us regularly before Covid 19 kept us indoors, and who have their own Nordic Walking poles.
As this session is outdoors, we will not ask you to wear a face mask, but we do ask you to keep 2 meters apart. Some of our walkers might be immune compromised or more at risk, so please help us keep everyone safe!
Please do not come to the session and stay at home if:
- you know you have been in contact - in the last 2 weeks- with someone with symptoms of possible Covid, or if you have been in contact with someone who tested positive.
- you have any of the following symptoms: (new) Loss of smell/taste, Persistent cough, Fatigue, Loss of appetite, Skin rash, Hives, Fever, Severe muscle pain, Shortness of breath, Diarrhoea, Delirium, Abdominal pain, Chest pain, Hoarse voice, Eye soreness, Sore or painful throat, Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Dizziness or light headedness
We meet by the Blackbird bakery in Herne Hill, between the station and the park.
Session Price: £10 per session, £89 for a 10-session card or £70 unlimited sessions per month. Session cards and Pay Monthly can be used in any of our outdoor walks or indoor Zoom classes sessions (except for the Parkinson's sessions).
Pay What Works:
The price shown above is the “true” value of the session that best reflects the work I put into preparing and leading your session. However, I understand that not everyone can afford to pay full price, and I don’t want that to stop you from joining us.
In an effort to find a balance between more financial accessibility and sustainable pricing, I now offer a “Pay What Works” model. This allows for financial flexibility while still valuing and respecting the work and energy I provide in creating and delivering these classes.
Then send an email to ailien@fitandhappyoutdoors.com with the heading “INVOICE please”- followed by “FAHO 1” to pay full price as quoted below, “FAHO 2”, for 20% off, or “FAHO 3” for 50% off.
Please do tell me if you want to pay for 10 sessions, or if you’d like to pay monthly.
I prefer payment by bank transfer, but if that is not possible you could pay in cash. No cheques please, the queues by the banks are just too long.
We walk in all safe weather conditions – if a walk is cancelled, we will contact you to let you know. Please check for text messages or Meetup messages before leaving home!
Vibrance in the City, 2 miles
Let there be light!
We will meet outside St Paul's Underground Station, Exit 2, by Cafe Nero. Please arrive at 17:50 for registration and for 18:00 prompt departure.
We will then make our way to see the *Vibrance , a* new festival of light and sound in the City of London that offers unforgettable encounters with light, sound and live performance, as historic landmarks, hidden gardens and striking façades are reimagined with colour, music and storytelling.
Itinerary:
Guildhall Yard
St Alphage London Wall & Garden
Salters’ Garden
St Giles’ Cripplegate
Milton Court
We will then arrive at Moorgate Station where the walk ends.
Optional food/drinks at the end of the walk.
What to bring:
Comfortable footwear
Water
Photo-taking gadgets and chargers
An umbrella just in case (it's London after all)
Warm clothing and accessories
The walk is free for members who have subscribed for an annual membership. For other members the fee is £5 cash/card on arrival to contribute towards the organiser's meetup fees and costs.
The annual pass option is £15 payable by cash or card on the day. This will provide access to at least 45 walks per year (members are welcome to bring a guest to each event).
All walks are free for the NHS staff (also welcome to bring a guest).
**'No Show' Policy:** *If the member replied 'yes' but did not attend the event, did not update the RSVP and did not inform the organiser on 3 occasions – this triggers an automatic removal from the group. That's once for events with a waiting list.*
🟢 🌃🚶♂️Night Walk: To & View The Winter Lights Festival @ Canary Wharf
🌃 Join us once again for a night walk to Canary Wharf, where we’ll continue our route through the Winter Lights Festival.
Now in its 10th year, the Winter Lights Festival Showcases some of the acclaimed artists and studios from around the world.
📺 [Winter Lights Festival](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2lTdSgoYlp/?igsh=MXVvZ200bTZlbWdodg==)
🟢 WALK:
📏9km (5.6miles)
✨ +4km for the lights
📍Outside: **Canada Water** Station, Next to Sainsbury's. Follow the **Business Park Exit**.
⌚ Meet from 6:01pm. We start the walk at **6:21pm** sharp insh'Allah.
↪️ Starts: Canada Water Station (Jubilee line)
↩️ Ends: Canary Wharf (Jubilee line)
❔Q: Can I join you just for the Winter Lights? A: No, because it is often difficult to coordinate timings/arrival, the area can be very busy and we encourage the main walk.
🚻 Canary Wharf
🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes (possible slippery areas when wet), water bottle, snacks to keep you going.
⛑️ You are responsible for your own safety and your own belonging at all times.
🗂️ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - ***when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.***
📊 [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]
🌐 **[@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
Bird Hike Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
HIKE 22km Seven Sisters coastal - The Towering Chalk Sea Cliffs of Sussex
📏 **Key Info:**
• Distance: 14 miles (22km)
• Grading: [Intermediate/Challenging](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
• Ascent: 580m
• Hiking time: 5.5 to 6.5 hours
• Cost: £32 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the mid-afternoon stop, and at the end pub
📍 **Meeting Point**
• Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Victoria.jpg) & [photo](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/VictoriaPhoto.jpg)
• Time: Meet 8:20am, leave 8:40am for the 8:54am train
• Return: 7:36pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)
🌟 **Highlights**
• Hike the **most spectacular coastal trail in Southern England** — the famous Seven Sisters
• A great physical challenge with options to self shorten if needed
• Enjoy **breathtaking cliff-top views** for much of the hike
• Pass **Birling Gap** and the iconic **Belle Tout Lighthouse**
• Finish in **Eastbourne — England’s sunniest town**
• Explore the **South Downs National Park** — the newest in the UK
🥾 **Hike Description**
This is Outdooraholics’ most popular hike, a dramatic and exhilarating journey across the chalk cliffs of Sussex that we have been leading for over 12 years. The **Seven Sisters** are a spectacular series of gleaming white chalk cliffs formed at the end of the last Ice Age by glacial meltwater. Erosion has since created an “eighth sister,” and today the cliffs stand as one of England’s most iconic landscapes.
We begin in the coastal town of **Seaford**, home to a Napoleonic-era **Martello Tower** built in 1810 as part of a chain of 103 coastal defences against French invasion. From here, the trail climbs onto the cliff tops, where for much of the day we walk high above the sea, treated to endless coastal views and fresh sea air.
Our route follows the **South Downs Way**, passing through **Birling Gap** and past the striking **Belle Tout Lighthouse**, famously moved 17 metres inland in 1999 to save it from falling into the sea. The final highlight is **Beachy Head**, a dramatic beauty spot with sheer chalk cliffs dropping into the sea below.
We finish in **Eastbourne**, statistically England’s sunniest town, where we celebrate our coastal adventure with refreshments in a local pub.
🧭 **Guide:**
• Leader: [LYUBAVA](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf)
• Contact (hike day only): 07883 405294
🍽️ **Food:**
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)
🎒**What to Bring**
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point
⚠️ **Safety**
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider
❓ **Want to Know More?**
• [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
• [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries)
📲 **Explore More &** **Stay Connected**
[Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣
[Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖
[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸
[Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics)
📄 **Terms and Conditions**
By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf)
**Cliffs – danger**
There are sheer drops off the cliffs and some of these soft chalk cliffs are crumbling at the edges with chunks regularly falling and no fencing in place. Please keep at least 3 metres away from the edges. If you fall, or the ground at the edge of the cliff collapses it will almost certainly be fatal.
© Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE
HIKE 20km Roman Chichester - Coastal paths, Estuaries, Bosham Town & Ferry ride
📏 **Key Info:**
• Distance: 12 miles (20km)
• Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
• Ascent: 20m
• Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours
• Cost: £35 (includes guided hike + ferry + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the mid-afternoon stop, and at the end pub
📍 **Meeting Point**
• Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Victoria.jpg) & [photo](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/VictoriaPhoto.jpg)
• Time: Meet 8:30am, leave 8:50am for the 9:05am train
• Return: 7:15pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)
🌟 **Highlights**
• Explore **Chichester Harbour** — a 3,700-hectare estuary and designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, teeming with wildlife
• Take a **ferry ride across the historic Chichester Channel**
• Hike along the **Chichester canal**, famously painted by J.M.W. Turner
• Stroll through **Chichester Marina**, one of the South Coast’s most vibrant harbours with over 1,000 boats
• Visit **Chichester**, an ancient Roman city fortified after AD 43
• Enjoy peaceful coastal scenery, wildflower meadows, and serene waterways
🥾 **Hike Description**
Our adventure begins in the historic **Roman city of Chichester**, whose roots stretch back nearly 2,000 years. From here, we set out toward **Chichester Harbour**, the largest natural estuary in South East England and a protected wildlife sanctuary. The harbour’s expansive tidal waters and saltmarshes are alive with birdlife, making it one of the UK’s richest coastal habitats.
We follow a scenic trail past the **Bosham Channel**, a picturesque stretch of water that has inspired painters, poets, and writers for centuries. Soon we reach the **Chichester Channel**, once used as a wartime shipping passage and immortalised in a painting by **J.M.W. Turner**. Here we cross by the traditional ferry, a unique highlight of the day and a chance to admire the waterway up close.
Arriving in the old village of **West Itchenor**, our route continues to the bustling **Chichester Marina**, home to more than 1,000 boats and one of the South Coast’s most vibrant harbours. From here, our path meanders past ancient villages, coastal meadows, and historic sites before concluding with a refreshing visit to a local pub — the perfect way to end this coastal journey.
🧭 **Guide:**
• Leader: [GRAHAM](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf)
• Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487
🍽️ **Food:**
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)
🎒**What to Bring**
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point
⚠️ **Safety**
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider
❓ **Want to Know More?**
• [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
• [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries)
📲 **Explore More &** **Stay Connected**
[Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣
[Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖
[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸
[Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics)
📄 **Terms and Conditions**
By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf)
© Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE
Hike to Baby Seals of Norfolk Beach ⛱️ 😍- Easy Hike **Our Most popular Hike**
This is a ticketed event. Not a FREE EVENT.
**The only Meetup Group with access to a private 5 star 🌟 Luxury 52 Seater Brand New Coach for these types of trips. To save you both time and money compared to using public transport such as trains and taxis** **Saves you 3 hours of travel time compared to using public transport.**
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**🦭✨ A Magical Day Trip to See the Baby Seals at Norfolk Beach! 🌊🐾**
**Coach Trip from London**
**Bring Your Best Camera with you and a drone is most welcome and useful too.**
***🦭🐾 Let’s go seal the day together! 🌊💙***
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**If its full join the waitlist and we will move you to going list after you contact us to make a seat reservation via WhatsApp on 07590 919391.**
**🗓️ Date & Time**
📍Meeting point: Outside Stratford Station (near the bus station). WHATSAPP GROUP FOR EXACT Location.
🕗 Departure: 8:05 AM sharp
🕚 Arrival at Norfolk: Around 11:00 AM
🍽️ Pub lunch: 4:00 PM (optional but highly recommended!)
🚌 Return departure: 5:30 PM
🏙️ Arrive back in London: Around 8:30 PM (traffic depending)
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**🌟 Event Overview**
We’re heading to the beautiful beaches of Norfolk to witness one of nature’s most heartwarming sights — hundreds of adorable baby seals! 🦭💙
Every winter, between November and February, the beaches between Horsey and Winterton become home to more than 5,000 Atlantic grey seals, making Norfolk one of the best and largest seal-viewing spots in the world.
You’ll see fluffy newborn pups, playful young seals, and giant males lounging on the sand. 🐾 Volunteers will be nearby to answer questions and help ensure everyone enjoys this special wildlife experience safely.
After our gentle 6–7 mile easy coastal walk, we’ll head to a local country pub at 4:00 PM for a well-deserved late lunch and a chance to relax, chat, and share photos before heading back to London. 🍻🥧
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***📸 What to Expect***
**✨ Up-close (but respectful!) encounters with baby seals. Close Encounters not always possible. For health and safety reasons. Keep minimum distance of 10 meters for safety reasons.**
**🏖️ A scenic beach and dune walk through the Broads National Nature Reserve.**
**🌾 Stunning coastal views and charming nearby villages.**
**🌤️ A relaxed, friendly group atmosphere with nature lovers like you.**
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***🦭 A Little History & Fun Facts***
The Atlantic grey seals of Norfolk are one of the largest breeding colonies in England. Each year, female seals return to the same beaches to give birth — and the pups, born with white fur, stay close to their mothers for about three weeks before heading into the sea.
In recent years, conservation efforts have helped the population thrive, turning this quiet stretch of coast into one of Britain’s most treasured wildlife spectacles. 🌍💚
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**🚶♀️ Hike Details**
**Distance**: 6–7 miles (easy and mostly flat)
**Difficulty**: 🟢 Easy – suitable for all fitness levels
**Terrain**: Sand dunes, grassy paths, and beach sections
**Duration**: Around 3 hours (including photo stops and breaks)
***Please note: The seals are wild animals — if they approach you, do not touch them. Their mothers may abandon them if they smell human scent.***
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***💷 Cost & Payment***
🎟️ £61 per person
Includes:
✅ Return coach transport from London.
✅ Guided coastal hike with a qualified and fully trained and experienced Hike leader.
✅ Organising costs and group coordination
**💰 *£1 deposit required to reserve your seat — this event always sells out fast!***
***All payments are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by us.***
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**🍱 Food & Refreshments**
***🥪 Bring your own packed lunch and water, as there are no shops on the beach.***
***🍻 Optional pub meal at 4:00 PM (bring cash/card just in case).***
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**🎒 What to Bring**
Waterproof hiking shoes or boots 🥾
Warm, weatherproof clothing 🧥
Packed lunch + snacks 🍎
Water bottle 💧
Camera or phone for photos 📸
Good vibes and curiosity! 😄
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***☔ Weather & Safety.***
We go rain or shine! 🌦️
Please dress appropriately — it might be breezy or muddy in places. Even if the forecast shows rain, it’s often just for a short while.
Your host is first-aid trained. You are responsible for your own health and safety during the event. The Host is qualified and Experienced Hiking and Mountain Leader.
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📱 **How to Book**
**📩 Message the host on WhatsApp: 07590 919391**
💷 Pay your £1 deposit to reserve your seat (first come, first served)
Once you’re confirmed, you’ll be added to the event WhatsApp group for all travel details and updates.
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**🚍 Why Coach Travel?**
Travelling by coach makes the journey cheaper, faster, and more social!
You’ll sit back, relax, chat with fellow adventurers, and arrive together right at the beach — no confusing train changes or long walks from stations.
Last year’s trip was an incredible success (we did it 5 times!) and everyone loved it. 💬✨
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**⚠️ Terms & Conditions**
*This is a social, non-profit hobby group event.*
*Participation is at your own risk. Please ensure you have suitable personal or travel insurance if needed.*
*Refunds are only issued if the event is cancelled by the organiser.*
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**💚 Join Us for One of the Most Magical Days of the Year!**
There’s nothing quite like seeing hundreds of baby seals up close in their natural habitat — a truly unforgettable experience!
Spaces are very limited and this event sells out fast every year, so book your spot early! 🎟️✨
**🦭🐾 Let’s go seal the day together! 🌊💙**
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WALK TO SEVEN SISTERS VIA EASTBOURNE AND BEACHY HEAD - DAY HIKE SATURDAY
This walk is along Eastbourne’s pleasant seafront, and then follow the coast into a hidden valley (with fine downland flowers and butterflies in summer), from where it is a steep climb up onto Beachy Head. We carry on from Birling Gap along the coast over the Seven Sisters to Except, a strenuous but very scenic.
**Dogs can use this trail as well, but must be on a leash.**
* Distance: 18 km
* Grading: Medium
* Rating: 5 out of 10
* Ascents: 340 m
* hiking time: About 5 to 6 hours of actual hiking
## MEETING POINT
We'll meet at [London Victoria Station](https://goo.gl/maps/nbzteR9JZYAGFyJK9) at 08:30 am and leave the meeting point at 08:40am.
Planned arrival time back into London around 8:00pm (we have a group train ticket, and you are committed for the day until then).
This walk is covered by our Club's insurance. Our Club is registered on The British Mountaineering Council (BMC)
### FOOD
We will stop during the hike for a snack lunch, so please bring food and drink. We will visit a pub after the hike where we can get refreshments. Also, swimsuit, towel, solar protection, sunglasses!!
### **Price:** £12 (transport not included)
If you’d like to include train tickets, please book directly on our website:
👉 https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/seven-sisters-cliff-walk-from-eastbourne-beachy-head-sun.html
**Note:** Don’t worry if the attendee list looks small — we also sell tickets on other platforms and our website!
Got questions? Call or text **Maria** at **07535 295739**.
BEGINNERS HIKE 14KM Garden of England Meopham Valley and the Vine fields of Kent
📏 **Key Info:**
• Distance: 14km
• Grading: [Beginners](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
• Ascent: 370m
• Hiking time: 4 to 5 hours
• Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train)
• Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund.
• Toilet breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub
📍 **Meeting Point**
• Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Victoria.jpg) & [photo](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/VictoriaPhoto.jpg)
• Time: Meet 8:35am, leave 8:55am for the 9:12am train
• Return: 5:18pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)
🌟 **Highlights**
• Enjoy spectacular views across the rolling **North Downs**
• See **Killick’s Windmill**, a Grade II listed smock mill built in 1801
• Hike through chalk downland, ancient woodland and pretty Kentish farmsteads
• Stroll through **Camer Park** — a former estate landscape of grassland and ancient trees
• Explore historic **Meopham** and **Cobham**, with medieval greens and heritage buildings
🥾 **Hike Description**
Our journey begins in the historic village of **Meopham**, reputedly the longest village in England, stretching for 11km with two medieval greens. From the northern end we pass one of these greens before delving into a landscape of rolling chalk downland, with its patchwork of pastures, hedgerows and ancient woodland.
At the southern end of Meopham we pause at the second green to admire **Killick’s Windmill**, a rare 19th-century smock mill, and to take in the traditional village atmosphere — perhaps even a cricket match on the green. (Michael Gambon, of Dumbledore fame, also lived here.)
From here our route leads into quiet **North Downs valleys**, where wildlife thrives and chalk grasslands give way to pockets of shady woodland. The trail takes us through the charming old town of **Cobham**, rich in heritage, before we enter **Camer Park**, a former estate with sweeping meadows and centuries-old trees.
Our hike concludes in the hamlet of **Sole Street**, after a day immersed in the timeless Kent countryside of meadows, woods and historic villages.
🧭 **Guide:**
• Leader: [KEVIN](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf)
• Contact (hike day only): 07918 329854
🍽️ **Food:**
• Bring a packed lunch
• Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional)
🎒**What to Bring**
• Hiking boots/shoes
• Water (2 litres minimum)
• Packed lunch
• Waterproofs (jacket and trousers)
• Hat and gloves if cold
• Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point
⚠️ **Safety**
Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider
❓ **Want to Know More?**
• [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”)
• [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history)
• [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries)
📲 **Explore More &** **Stay Connected**
[Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣
[Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖
[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸
[Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics)
📄 **Terms and Conditions**
By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf)
© Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2025 E & OE
The Miller's Hike (14 or 7 miles)
*Das wandern ist des Müllers lust* \- The hike is the miller's delight\!
It's Franz Schubert's birthday (1797) - so with *Die Schöne Müllerin* singing in the wind, let's head to the mill - Rebournbury Mill, where one can buy fresh bread from the mill's bakery or maybe hot cross buns😋 locally sourced honey, or healthy foods from local farmers. And the last working mill on the River Ver is free to see inside its workings
"*Bread and circuses!*" The walk then follows the Ver through watercress beds to Verulamium, past the Roman theatre (hidden) and Roman vallum to St Albans where there will be some time to explore the city, museums, cathedral, or historic hostelry, as you wish.
A short walk ends here, or join the return leg to Harpenden, passing through the grounds of Childwickbury Manor, once home to Stanley Kubrick.
Outward Travel: Take the train departing 9.51 AM from London St Pancras to HARPENDEN. An off peak day return is £9.10 with Groupsave or Network card.
Beforehand from 9.30 AM the organizer will be easy to spot near the ticket office in the centre of the station wearing yellow to act as a focal point for people arranging group tickets.
Walk start: 10.20 AM from Harpenden rail station.
Bring a packed lunch. Mill stop. Town/pub stop for drinks. Circular walk. As always in the winter months a torch is advisable just in case.
*How to join?*
* The walk is entirely free of charge;
* You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
* Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
* Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
*What to bring*
* Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
* Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
* Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
* Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy
Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!
IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-)
By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer.
Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips:
http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
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