Bird Watching

**‼️Note: We're experiencing some major technical issues with Meetup, which means our group page and all events will unfortunately be closing down soon.** **Follow us on [WhatsApp](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCZyvCD38CTaXBpQ72V) or [Luma](https://luma.com/offlinewomen) to continue being part of our community!** Join us for a screen-free Offline Women Sunset in the Park to enjoy the fresh air and end the week in nature. Close the laptop and trade the screen glare for the evening glow. This is a simple, tech-free space to decompress from the work week. We’re heading to Regent’s Park to just sit, hang out on the grass, and watch the sun go down. We’ll meet at Queen Mary's Rose Gardens for a gentle wander through the flowers and the park. As the "Golden Hour" starts, we’ll find a peaceful spot to sit, chat, and watch the sky change. Bring a blanket and some snacks if you like, or just show up as you are. Showing up is the first step toward connection and belonging. To celebrate you for taking that step, our member and friend [Meixin Sun | Stories & Conversations on Growth](https://ms2836.wixsite.com/meixincapital/spiritual-capital) has generously provided a gift card for one lucky attendee to win. Join us offline to find out how it could be you!

**Sarajevo • Konjic • Prenj Mountains • Lukomir Village** (Note: This activity requires fundraising) Join TeamMC on a powerful four-day hiking and cultural journey through Bosnia and Herzegovina - a country shaped by natural beauty, deep faith, and remarkable resilience. This immersive experience combines mountain hiking in the **Prenj Mountains**, cultural encounters in rural villages, and meaningful reflection, all while raising vital funds for Muslim Charity’s **Children of the World** campaign. This is a shared journey of challenge, connection, and purpose. ### **Why This Challenge?** Bosnia offers a rare combination of dramatic landscapes, living history, and warm hospitality. Over four days, participants will: * Hike remote mountain trails within the **Dinaric Alps** * Experience village life and traditional Bosnian food * Travel by jeep and on foot through rugged terrain * Build lasting bonds with fellow participants * Transform personal challenge into tangible impact for vulnerable children worldwide Every step you take supports children affected by poverty, conflict, and displacement through Muslim Charity’s long-standing global programmes. **REGISTRATION**: [https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/BosniaHike](https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/BosniaHike) **Registration Fee:** £399 **Fundraising Target:** £750

**TOY STORY 5!** **Director:** McKenna Harris, Andrew Stanton **Cast:** Tom Hanks, Annie Potts, Tim Allen Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGBgf8dcgyY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGBgf8dcgyY) Cinema: Crouch End Picturehouse. Schedule: Film start TBC when the schedule updates. We meet at the Queens pub for drinks at 7:00 pm, then will head to the movie at 7:40pm!🍻 After the film we meet in the lobby and head back to the pub to discuss the film🎬 I'll book a table under the name Jason! Address for the The Queens pub: 26 Broadway Parade, London N8 9DE If you have any questions, use the event chat in the meetup app. Or join our Whatsapp Group: Message the organiser (Jason) on Meetup with your Meetup name and number. Once verified, you’ll receive the link to the main WhatsApp group. Book tickets: https://web.picturehouses.com/order/showtimes/024-78511/seats?_gl=1\*1ctvc4h\*_gcl_au\*MTY3NTEyNTYyNC4xNzc2NzEyMjQzLjQ5Njc0ODAzMi4xNzgwNDI1MDc3LjE3ODA0MjUxNjg.

**❗ Please only RSVP if you're 100% sure you can attend. As this is a restaurant booking, we'd like to avoid holding seats that may remain empty.** Hi lovely people! 👋 No walking this time 🤭 We'll have a table booked at this cosy little Uzbek restaurant and enjoy an evening of good food and conversation. For a while now we've been thinking about introducing an International Food Tasting series. Once a month (alongside our regular bakery crawls and walking meetups), we'll be exploring a different cuisine and discovering flavours from around the world — no plane ticket required ✈️ This time we're starting with Uzbek cuisine 🇺🇿 Often described as one of Central Asia's best-kept culinary secrets, Uzbek food combines influences from East and West to create rich, aromatic and incredibly comforting dishes. Expect *freshly* baked bread, flavourful rice dishes, grilled meats, warming soups and a culture where food is at the heart of bringing people together 🍵✨ 🍽 **Group size:** 12 people maximum 📖 **Menu**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/RUcnjYYaTth1GRmw7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RUcnjYYaTth1GRmw7) 🟢 A great chance to meet new people, enjoy something different, and share a meal together. See you there! Any questions? Feel free to DM me 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- No ID is required for the restaurant. If anyone decides to continue to another venue afterwards, some places serving alcohol may ask for ID. Please mind your personal belongings and social behaviour — the organiser accepts no liability. Thank you 😊

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45577 **Game Description:** Come and join a casual Friday indoor volleyball session in Shoreditch 🤘 This is a mixed ability session so standard varies from week to week 🧡 Please familiarise with the rules of the game below ⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLZ44KBWEbo Pleasure adhere to these rules when entering the hall: No food or drink except water No outside footwear No chewing gum No music allowed as we don’t have license No changing on court after 8pm **Directions:** 🚶‍♂️7 minute walk from Hoxton or Shoreditch High Street overground stations 🚿Showers and changing rooms available **Rules** \- 3 teams of 6 \- 6v6 games up to 15 points \- Max 2 games in a row

Spreading the love of poetry, this session will involve creating a poem by; working on at least 2 poetry techniques, the use of prompts, refinement, and reading out loud. And you get to meet really nice people!!! x

Hey, hey, hey! Spring is here and what do we do in the Spring? We walk in the great British countryside that will be filled with colours, poesy and scents. A romantic glow will surround us along the path through various historical buildings and glorious forests. The hike will take you through magical woodlands and countryside and no less than 3 castles! What else can we do but walk through haunted woods and castle grounds. You will hike from Leigh to Hever, through the medieval village of Penshurst, some pretty woodlands, you will walk past Penshurts castle and Chiddinstone castle and will end the trip with a visit of the world famous Hever Castle, former home of Anne Boleyn, if you fancy who still haunt the royal residence... creepy... The castle dates back to the 14th century, and was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII and Mother of Elizabeth I. It formed the unlikely backdrop to a sequence of tumultuous events that changed the course of Britain’s history, monarchy and religion. Yes, Hever Castle is widely reported as being haunted, most notably by the ghost of Anne Boleyn, who is said to walk the grounds, particularly on Christmas Eve, over the bridge on the river Eden, and manifest in the castle. However, there are also reports of other entities, such as a menacing figure in the bedrooms, a mischievous poltergeist, and other unexplained phenomena like feelings of a presence and strange odors. The castle is a wonder of architecture and history with its own little medieval village. You will be given the opportunity to visit the castle and its gardens (entry is £25), or to be taken back to the station if you prefer. This is a jewel not to be missed! Attention, if you decide to visit, you will make your own way back to the station. Afterwards, as always, we can pop into a pub or a restaurant for a cheeky drink or a nice meal or simply head back to good old London. INFORMATION: MEETING POINT: London Victoria rail station at 08:40am(The station might change so please check your inbox for more info and the link to the Whatsapp group.) DISTANCE: 8miles/12km (about 4 hours with a break+ the visit of the castle) PRICE: £15 for the guide's fee INCLUDED: \- Guide fee \- Paypal fees \- Meetup fees NOT INCLUDED: -Transport via train: About £15 return -Visit of Hever Castle and gardens if you wish to visit(£23 for basic, cheaper for concessions) -Anything not mentioned above REFUNDS: \- Refunds are only possible up to 14 days before departure\. After that\, you may be transferred to another hike of the same price\. ATTENTION: Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄 POLICIES: 1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection of any of our trips and this is without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationalities, people of all ages, sex and political beliefs and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group. 2: Our trips are only refundable up to 14 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else. 3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our site, you will be fully refunded 4: Pleasure ensure that you check this page regularly as times and meeting locations might change. 5:In the eventuality that our trains are delayed, or cancelled which is out of my control, I do not pay for taxis or alternative route, if this happens, you will be able to claim delay repay from the train companies who will reimburse your train ticket and some eventual costs occurred. B signing up to my events, you agree to this.t

Lets sketch the Banksy Statue on Waterloo place near Pall Mall! It might not be up by then but if not theres tonnes of cool memorials and statues around there to sketch instead. Win win! Let's meet in front of the statue at 11.00 and go off to sketch, I'll wait for a bit for any stragglers and then we can all meet again at the same spot at 13.00 and compare sketches afterwards! Nearest Tube Stop: Piccadilly Circus/ Charing Cross Completely free of charge, no need to sign up, bring a friend. Feel free to drop in for the whole two hours or just short while if you'd prefer. Look for the tall ginger fella sketching away as the central meetup spot, but feel free to roam as far and wide as you like and sketch anything you damn well please! Please bring your own sketchbooks and pens/pencils. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- About Sketchbook London Every week we will choose a location around the magnificent city of London and draw people, buildings, pigeons, bins, anything you want.... No payment, no pressure, no need to sign up, just show up and draw for a couple of hours. All levels, abilities and professions welcome, bring a friend! Zero pressure to interact, network, impress in any way, this is just a way to get out and about and appreciate the joy of urban sketching and all the weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit this thriving metropolis. I am a storyboard artist working in animation and I am happy to discuss sketching techniques or give feedback on any work but this is by no means an exclusive event for artists, all are welcome :)

Meet fellow early birds. Get a big dose of nature: wild sky, abundant green space, and occasional wildlife. And then warm up in a nearby cafe. Conversations fuelled by early morning light and coffee tend to be good ones. **The plan:** * meet at 7AM at the top of **PRIMROSE HILL** * take in the view for a little while (depending on how cold it is) * walk to ROOTS, a friendly café on Regents Park Road * warm up with coffee (10% off) Become part of our community of regulars, or just drop by for a one off experience. We meet frequently - sometimes weekly, sometimes fortnightly - to create and sustain community. New people are always welcome :-) **[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPkYXvrP6IhFrSRDiQACLC)** to keep up to date **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/thesunriseclubetc)** to see what these meetups look like **[SUBSTACK](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/)** for the newsletter and occasional extras **[WEBSITE](http://www.alltogether.one/)** for all other groups We will be easy to find because we will be at the top of the hill with a big red flag that says 'THE SUNRISE CLUB' and a sign that says 7AM SUMMIT If you would like to further support these meetups, please [subscribe to the newsletter](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/) and [follow us on instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thesunriseclubetc/) :-)

On the anniversary of his last work in 1906, a walk exploring the bucolic landscape inhabited by the painter John Clayton Adams. A significant development in John Clayton Adams's life and art occurred in 1873 when he moved to Brackenhurst, a residence overlooking the village of Ewhurst. There will be time to pause in Ewhurst. Look out for the church's early 12th-C south door, which Pesvner records as the best Norman example in Surrey. Behind the altar would be added a reminder of much forgotten events around Russia's Don river, 15 years after Adams's time. Then we head further into the painter's landscape, and higher, for he painted "Summer in the Surrey Hills". And there stands Hurt Wood Mill, Grade 2 listed and dating from 1845. His other works include "The Evening Sun" and "Flowers of the Field". Let's hope for both. Outward Travel: Take the train departing 9:41 AM from London Victoria to OCKLEY. Beforehand from 9.20 AM the organizer will be easy to spot next to the WH Smith in the centre of the station, wearing a bright yellow shirt or coat. Buy an off peak day return to OCKLEY - £12.05 with a Network card or Groupsave. Walk start: 10:51 AM from Ockley rail station. Bring a packed lunch. Village stops. Circular walk. *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 * Spare socks * Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-) * Yourself... * ...and your camera! * Cash for train ticket * Cash for pub at the end of the walk? 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.

Join us on this long exposure session where we will be providing (almost) everything you need to smooth water, blur clouds and make moving objects turn ghost-like or disappear. **KASE FILTERS** * We will provide a set of **Kase Magnetic Filters** for this session. **PLATYPOD TRIPOD SUPPORT** * We will also provide you with a PLATYPOD tripod support so you'll be able to LEAVE YOUR TRIPOD AT HOME! * All you need to bring is your camera and of course a fun and experimental attitude! Be prepared to hop on and off public transportation to get to locations where our Platypod will be more useful. WANT TO BUY? USE OUR DISCOUNT CODES Kase filters **www.kase.com** code for a 10% discount code **10kaalex** Platypod **www.platypod.com** 20% discount code: **London20** WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * Exposure settings * How to focus and compose * Best practise for long exposure photography * Filter types - what they do - how and when to use them REQUIRED EQUIPMENT * A tripod * Shutter release * Lens: 18-55mm, 24-70mm or similar EXPERIENCE * Beginners and refreshers CLOTHING * Check the weather and dress accordingly OTHER ESSENTIALS * As usual check the TFL website for any delays that may interrupt your journey CONTACT Alex 07956264049 **UPCOMING EVENTS** **VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095)** **MONTHLY EVENTS** **[www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events](http://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events)**

A Circular Green Walk through scenic Walthamstow Wetlands. **WALK START: Tottenham Hale Station** (Victoria Line and National Rail - Zone 3). When you arrive at the start look for Ken with the Meetup/ 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign/Badge. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 4 miles. WALK ROUTE: Walk through both sides of the Wetlands WALK FINISH: Tottenham Hale Station (Victoria Line and National Rail- Zone 3) STOPOUT POINTS: Never far from London bus routes. **ENJOY UNIQUE WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES IN LONDON.** **STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.** Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks. BREATHE FRESH AIR: Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Improve your overall fitness levels. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. **Social Event**: Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub with a convivial atmosphere where the socialising can continue. *Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole experience!* COST of Walk: A £5 meetup organiser's contribution is payable if you do not hold the Ken's Events Card. The walk is free for holders of this card. **All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!** WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join, post and view photos and comments etc.. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/groups/kensevents) If weekday and evening walks are your thing, then you should join Ken's Weekday and Evenings Walking Group. Click here for more information. [(https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/)](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/) RAIN POLICY: Walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. However if torrentail rain is forecast, check on the morning of the event around 10am for latest update. **NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:** Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions. Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk. These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches. In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route. Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. **DISCAIMER** All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer.

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

Join us for the Germany vs Ivory Coast World Cup Watch Party in the beer garden at Land Grant. As an outdoor event, it will be dependant on weather. Kick off is at 4:00. (Message me if you are interested in biking to Land Grant from the Grandview area.)

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Grandview Grind](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534163841)!

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan