Climbing Trips

# **West London Outdoor Bouldering & Rock Climbing – With Professional Climber Fazal (Apefoo Training)** Welcome to the **West London Outdoor Bouldering & Rock Climbing Group!** Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced climber ready to break into higher grades, this group gives you access to **professional-level coaching**, real outdoor experience, and a supportive climbing community. ### 🧗‍♂️ **Led by a Professional Climber** I’m **Fazal**, founder of *Apefoo Training* on YouTube and Instagram — a sponsored climber with over **15 years in the UK climbing scene**. I’ve climbed all over the country, helped climbers develop from V0 to advanced levels, and I’m currently projecting climbs in the **8c range**. My background includes: ✅ Professional-level outdoor experience ✅ Over a decade of indoor climbing across London ✅ Strength, conditioning, and mindset coaching ✅ A growing online presence in the UK climbing community I bring all that knowledge into every trip so you get **real coaching and real improvement**, no matter your skill level. *** ### 🌄 **What This Group Offers** This isn’t just another climbing meetup — it’s a chance to join real UK outdoor bouldering adventures designed to help you grow. Every session includes: ✔ Outdoor guidance from a professional climber ✔ Safe climbing practices and technique coaching ✔ Supportive and friendly group energy ✔ Personalised tips tailored to your level ✔ Chances to climb new rock, new styles, new grades Locations vary depending on weather, including: * Peak District (Sheffield) * South Wales * UK coastal crags * Dartmoor * Midlands sandstone and bouldering circuits **Transport, equipment, and support are provided** — just bring your shoes, chalk, and energy. *** ### 🚀 **Level Up Your Climbing** I specialise in: • Helping new climbers start safely and confidently • Guiding intermediate climbers through technique plateaus • Training advanced climbers working toward high-grade projects • Personal development — strength, mobility, mindset, fear-management, projecting strategy If you want to climb harder, move better, build confidence, or discover the UK’s best bouldering — you’re in the right place. *** ### 🎥 **See Training, Trips & Climbing Content** Check out my YouTube channel *Apefoo Training* for a look at what we do: 👉 [https://www.youtube.com/@ApefooTraining](https://www.youtube.com/@ApefooTraining) Videos include climbing tutorials, outdoor trips, training breakdowns, and performance insights. *** ### 📅 **How It Works** * Trips run every Saturday or Sunday (weather dependent) * Pickup from Ruislip Library (HA4) * Intro offer: **£35 per person** * All gear included (bring your own shoes if possible) * Food available (+£10) Spaces are limited each trip to ensure proper coaching and safety. *** ### 💬 **Join Us** If you want to explore the outdoors, climb smarter, get stronger, and join a motivated group with real coaching — **this is the place**. Let’s climb, explore, and push your limits together. 🧗‍♂️ Led by a Professional Climber I’m Fazal, founder of Apefoo Training on YouTube and Instagram — a sponsored climber with over 15 years in the UK climbing scene. I’ve climbed all over the country, helped climbers develop from V0 to advanced levels, and I’m currently projecting climbs in the 8c range. My background includes: ✅ Professional-level outdoor experience ✅ Over a decade of indoor climbing across London ✅ Strength, conditioning, and mindset coaching ✅ A growing online presence in the UK climbing community I bring all that knowledge into every trip so you get real coaching and real improvement, no matter your skill level. 🌄 What This Group Offers This isn’t just another climbing meetup — it’s a chance to join real UK outdoor bouldering adventures designed to help you grow. Every session includes: ✔ Outdoor guidance from a professional climber ✔ Safe climbing practices and technique coaching ✔ Supportive and friendly group energy ✔ Personalised tips tailored to your level ✔ Chances to climb new rock, new styles, new grades Locations vary depending on weather, including: Peak District (Sheffield) South Wales UK coastal crags Dartmoor Midlands sandstone and bouldering circuits Transport, equipment, and support are provided — just bring your shoes, chalk, and energy. 🚀 Level Up Your Climbing I specialise in: • Helping new climbers start safely and confidently • Guiding intermediate climbers through technique plateaus • Training advanced climbers working toward high-grade projects • Personal development — strength, mobility, mindset, fear-management, projecting strategy If you want to climb harder, move better, build confidence, or discover the UK’s best bouldering — you’re in the right place. 🎥 See Training, Trips & Climbing Content Check out my YouTube channel Apefoo Training for a look at what we do: 👉 [https://www.youtube.com/@ApefooTraining](https://www.youtube.com/@ApefooTraining) Videos include climbing tutorials, outdoor trips, training breakdowns, and performance insights. 📅 How It Works Trips run every Saturday or Sunday (weather dependent) Pickup from Ruislip Library (HA4) Intro offer: £35 per person All gear included (bring your own shoes if possible) Food available (+£10) Spaces are limited each trip to ensure proper coaching and safety. 💬 Join Us If you want to explore the outdoors, climb smarter, get stronger, and join a motivated group with real coaching — this is the place. Let’s climb, explore, and push your limits together.

**About** THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER has about 135 roped/auto-belays numbered routes with each route having up to 6 grades giving it approx 700 routes in total. THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER offers bouldering, top-roping, leading and auto-belays at their center. Some of us prefer bouldering while others will be in the top roping, leading or auto-belaying - this is up to you! We climb for a couple of hours and then the group regroups at 12.00 noon sometimes without me other times with me in The Brownswood pub, 271 Green Lanes, Finsbury Park, London N4 2EX for a spot of lunch and a libation. (https://goo.gl/maps/S4FZ9j1AYMPDs7uQ6) a stone's throw from the castle. **Meetups** We get together every Thursday & Sunday at THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER meeting at 9:00am in the warming up area or else look out for someone wearing a black RAMS t-shirt around the center. If you're joining for the first time let us know via message and we will keep an eye out for you at the start :) **New Climbers!** Unfortunately, if you haven't climbed before it isn't as easy as just turning up and climbing up the wall. To climb safely you need to understand the hazards and be able to use the equipment correctly. You must have basic climbing skills and know how to put on a harness, attach a rope to a harness using a rethreaded figure of eight(figure of eight on the bight) and know how to use a belay device to pay out the rope and secure a falling climber etc. So before your first climb, you may be required by the climbing center to fill out health and safety forms. This may involve a quick test on climbing rules at the counter on arrival. Please add an extra 10/15 minutes before your session if you need to register for the first time. THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER terms and conditions will apply. Please also note signing up for the Meetup session won’t necessarily grant you access to the center. **Other communication** Within these groups, you are possibly likely to develop long-lasting friendships. Don't forget we have a Discord page and WhatsApp https://chat.whatsapp.com/JNJ81oLSKB2JGaNm79em0C. The group will always be very varied when it comes to climbing levels, abilities and modality preferences. Do shout out if you have any questions. If you want to have a chat about this or other meetups, or just to keep in touch, ask to join us on Discord and/or WhatsApp. We have a dedicated THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER chat, but also talk about all things climbing (and some non-climbing!) including trips, gear talks and looking for climbing partner/s situations. **You’ll Rock it** A word of warning this sport is very, very addictive once bitten your its mistress for life. The simple challenge of you against the rock is sublime, there are competitions but then really the only real competition is 'you and the rock'. As climbing can be a very social activity we look forward to sharing our passion with yours. *Happy climbing!* p.s. Eventually, we will be starting and incorporating our climbing academy where we aim to bring skills, ropework and technique etc to enhance your climbing ability, using 25mm chalk bag colored belts to indicate your level. Naturally, THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER will also run courses to help improve your techniques too. Contact THE CASTLE CLIMBING CENTER for more info.

Christmas has arrived YAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY and what do we do for Christmas? We hike, we drink mulled wine and have tasty treats food surrounded by stunning medieval buildings, Christmas lights with the loveliest people to be found on all the continents AKA the Jonions! YAAAAAYYYYY First we will have a peak at all the historical sites and pretty corners of this stunning town, we will walk along the canals for some gorgeous views before we begin our journey through nature and climb the new big Instagram hill, St Catherine's hill, it is trending atm and there are some gorgeous views. Even there, you will be surrounding by history and beauty as the old 'hospital' an active monastry will be on our way, so why not have a peak if you fancy? Whether you hiked with us before or not, join us for a beautiful trip that mixes hiking, eating, drinking(if you wish), laughing, historying,(I know this isn't correct but it rimes), eating and eating... I hope you are ready for some fun! This year will be different from the others, we won't be celebrating in Britain's current capital, no, we will travel through time in a time machine; also called train... and will visit England's former capital and decreed as such by King Alfred, and what a beauty it is... Well, I have to say, this is a bit like visiting my family over there, it's true, the town which was once one the most Important on this Island of Great Britain was created by the Belgae, a celtic tribe from the continent coming from the area today called Belgium and some bits of Northern France who established their settlements around 150BC...my great great great great great great great great great ... grand parents might even have been some of the founders...kings and Queens I am sure!Yes, I am Belgian and not big headed at all! SO... Let's visit Winchester, you might have heard of it even just for its Christmas market, deemed to be one of the most magicals in England as well as the home of England eldest cathedral. (You might want to visit the remains of the castle for an extra 4 pounds first, it still has the round table! Yes, King Arthur's round table... the famous one.) This is a hiking group, so of course, we will begin this trip with a hike. We will climb the famous St Catherine hill and enjoy the views from its top. This hike is not too long, around 8/9 miles (14km) and the start of the hike is located very close to the city centre, after all, the town is surrounded by gorgeous wild greenery. From pretty streams, to woodlands and acres of fields, hills with 360 degree views and the remains of the early settlements as well as a medieval hospital that is also open to visit and is beautifully decorated around Christmas. And attention beer drinkers; he Hospital of St Cross is famous for its unique and ancient tradition of providing the Wayfarer’s Dole since the 12th century. This is a horn of beer and a morsel of bread given to any visitor who requests it. The custom was founded by a monk from Cluny in France, whose holy order always gave bread and wine to travellers. The tradition still continues today. Visitors may request the Dole at the Porter’s Lodge as they depart. Don't worry, the climb isn't difficult. We will finish the trip at the Christmas market where we will grab some delicious street food and some tasty mulled wine and wander in the historical streets of medieval England before we hop back on the time machine, a bit tipsy and our bellies filled with tasty fatty christmassy food... INFORMATION: DISTANCE: 9 miles/14km DURATION: 5 hours TRANSPORT: By train; we will buy an off peak group days return that will allow us to save 35%on the ticket price. Please ensure that you bring £25 in cash PRICE: £17 ( for the guide's fee) via PayPal About £25 In cash for the train INCLUDED: Guided hike A fun day out with lovely people NOT INCLUDED: Transport Anything else not mentioned above WHAT TO BRING: Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes, otherwise good trainers; IT IS WINTER,WATERPROOF SHOES MANDATORY. Weather appropriate clothes, including waterproofs if there is a chance of rain; Water bottle; Packed lunch and snacks. MEETING POINT: London Waterloo at 08:30 am PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CHECK THIS PAGE AGAIN 2 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE AS THE DEPARTURE STATION IS ONLY CONFIRMED BY SW TRAINS ON THE THURSDAY OR FRIDAY. 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 30 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

**Join Me For A Royal Winter Day Hike escape from London.** I first visited Windsor shortly after Prince Philip passed away - and something about the town stayed with me. The quiet grace of the castle, the endless tree-lined avenues, the open deer park breathing around you… it was magical. I’ve been returning ever since, and every time, it feels like stepping into a story. So this December, I’m inviting you to come walk it with me. We’ll cross the royal grounds, wander along Virginia Water Lake, move through ancient oaks and open parkland — and finish with *that* breathtaking view of Windsor Castle rising ahead like a scene from a film. And who knows… if luck is on our side, we might even spot Prince Philip’s famous black carriage horses training along The Long Walk. A moment only seen by those who happen to be there — at the right time, in the right season. 🐎 Bonus: if people still have energy at the end, we can also cross the bridge to Eton, the town that shaped some of Britain’s most powerful figures — and home to its most famous private school. History is everywhere here. **Key Info:** Meeting point: London Waterloo Station - full itinerary will be available after RSVP. Distance: 15 miles through forests, gardens & lakes ( you will need to wear layers, waterproofs, good footwear). *Train from Waterloo — just under 1 hour. We’ll grab a discounted around £15 group open return on the day.* Meet: 08:10 - train departs shortly after and we will return to London approx 18:30 At the end of the hike, as is tradition, we usually finish with a drink in a cosy Windsor pub — think mulled wine, cider or a well-earned pint. This part is completely optional, but always a lovely way to round off the day. **Why this is unique:** We travel as a **small group**, which means this isn’t just a hike — it’s shared conversation, gentle connection, a chance to meet people properly rather than disappear among dozens. It feels like escaping the city with friends, even if you arrive knowing no one yet. :-) ⚠️Health & Safety • Participants take part at their own risk. • The guide is not responsible for personal injury, loss, or accidents. • Please ensure you are fit enough for the hike and follow safety instructions on the trail. • Hike goes ahead rain or shine — pack for all condition Come if you need fresh air, good company, a royal winter backdrop and a little December magic. ❄👑

# South Downs Hike – **Wolstonbury Hill, Jack & Jill Windmills & Lewes** Join GO London Hiking for a stunning day hike across the **South Downs National Park**, blending history, sweeping views, and charming countryside trails. Starting from **Hassocks**, we’ll ascend **Wolstonbury Hill**, once home to an Iron Age hillfort, where a 360° panorama stretches across the **North Downs** and south to the **English Channel**. Our route passes the turreted **Clayton Tunnel North Portal**, one of Britain’s most unusual Victorian railway structures, before joining the famous **South Downs Way**. From here we’ll encounter the iconic **Jack and Jill Windmills**, continue to the lofty heights of **Ditchling Beacon**, and cross the rolling chalk downs to **Black Cap**. The day ends with a descent into the historic market town of **Lewes**, perfect for a celebratory pub stop. Expect undulating paths, woodland, and chalk downland with some short steep climbs. A rewarding hike with plenty of scenery and landmarks along the way. *** 🕘 **Schedule & Meeting Info** * Meeting: 09:00– London Victoria Station, near platform 12 (info booth) * Train: 09:30 to Hassocks, arrives 10:28 (58 mins) * Tickets: Return to Lewes (£22 approx, buy in advance via [Trainline](https://www.thetrainline.com/en)) * Hike Start: 10:35 – Hassocks Station * Lunch: Pack lunch * Finish: 17:30 – Lewes Station *** 📍 **Hike Overview** * Grade: Beginner🥾 / Intermediate🥾🥾 * Distance: 20km / 13 miles * Ascent: 470m * Walking Time: 5 hrs 30 mins + 1 hr breaks * Terrain: Undulating hills, woodland & downland trails * Pace: Steady with regular breaks * Leader: Gary – 📧 golondongary@hotmail.co.uk 📱 07968585224 *** 🎒 **What to Bring** ✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Layers & waterproof jacket ✅ Packed lunch, snacks & water ✅ Travelcard or contactless 💬 **What to Expect** A social and friendly hike – most join solo and leave with new friends. 🧭 Qualified, insured GO London hike leaders ensure your safety and a great experience. *** 📲 Stay Connected: 🌐 [GO London Website](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk) 📸 Instagram: [@golondonhiking](https://www.instagram.com/golondonhiking) 👍 [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/GoLondonAdventure/) 👥 [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoLondonHiking/) 📜 [Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XSic4Aj9VJguTQuiWrTd6I1A-EmvmQCqCHggB0omlX8/edit?usp=sharing) *** #golondonhiking #happyhikers #southdownshike #hikingfromlondon #hikingnearlondon #dayhikeslondon #sussexhikes #southdownsway #hikinguk #londonexpats #socialhiking #lewishike #hassockstoleweshike #weekendhikeslondon

Ready to ditch the boring tours? Join us for the **Unconventional Friend-Maker Tour**—your guaranteed pathway to **laughter 😂, making new friends from around the world 🌍**, and seeing London like a true local! **Important**: please register on this [page](https://www.meetup.com/your-london-exploration-family-of-fun/events/312296041/?recId=192b19e1-8a4b-4ad9-abe3-dfa3a03b2392&recSource=event-search&searchId=4d0daa5b-e84e-4382-aab8-dfd7f70c0bbb&eventOrigin=find_page%24all) (please click on the URL for the original event page). We are **unlike any other tour provider**; this is an active, social, and creative daytime adventure designed for connection. Don't just take our word for it: **our clients are 100% happy!** Please message either Jingyi: +44 &487 832243 or Avi: +44 7391 692387. 👏On this tour, you'll get to experience: * ✴ **Outernet:** Know the latest digital art piece. * 🎡 **London Eye:** Stroll along the iconic riverside, * **Big Ben:** Uncover the history of the famous big clock and feel the **vibrant, romantic energy** surrounding London’s most famous landmark. * 🥂 **Trafalgar Sqaure:** Immerse yourself in **London’s artistic elegance**, surrounded by grand architecture, lively culture, and the charm of the city’s sophisticated heart. \#\#\# 🎲 Games Designed for Friends & Fun This tour is built around interaction to ensure you leave with new connections: * 🤝 **Icebreaker Trivia Titans:** Test your London knowledge as we hit iconic spots! Expect **hilarious, interaction-based questions** that require you to **collaborate closely** with your teammates. * 📸 **The Ultimate Global Photo Challenge:** Forget stiff selfies! You'll receive a set of highly **creative photo prompts** for each neighbourhood. Capture amazing memories *with* your new international friends. * 🗺️ **Urban Treasure Hunt Twist (The Collaboration Catalyst):** Scattered clues and secret missions lead you between districts, forcing you to **team up and collaborate** with new friends to unlock the next stage of our journey. This is a high-energy, cross-cultural puzzle where teamwork means success! 🥳 This unique experience is **10 pounds,** payable on site. We believe in making our tours accessible to everyone while ensuring our passionate guides can continue to share their love for London. For those who can't join us in person, the journey will be recorded 🎥, so you can still be part of the adventure! 😎 Lace up your walking shoes 👟, bring your appetite and **waterproof jacket** in case of rain, and get ready for a memorable adventure that celebrates the best of London's diverse and delicious neighbourhoods.

################# **This trip is now FULL.** **We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eoHZXnrB9nny5MvZXWqeX2X0XmoeAgWR/view?usp=drive_link) to help you.** ################# Join us for our final adventure of 2025 – a rare, once-a-year chance to **celebrate the magical Winter Solstice and witness the sunrise over Stonehenge**! 🌅❄️ On the **shortest day of the year**, thousands of people from around the world gather to honour this ancient moment of spiritual and cultural significance. For our ancestors, marking the passage of time was essential. As winter brought darker days and colder nights, people would have longed for the return of light and warmth. **Stonehenge’s precise alignment with the solstice sunrise** is no coincidence – it may well have been created to celebrate this powerful turning point in the year, when the sun begins its journey back toward longer days. During the Winter Solstice, music, dancing, singing and centuries-old rituals fill the air. 🥁🎶 The sunrise is welcomed with hopes of renewal, rebirth and good energy. Many come simply to embrace the peaceful, mystical atmosphere and witness the moment together. It’s also **one of the only times you can stand right among the sacred stones and even touch them**. The stone circle opens to the public just twice a year – during the Winter and Summer Solstices. On any other day, Stonehenge is roped off and can only be viewed from around 10 metres away. 🚧 And the best part? Entry during these rare solstice celebrations is **completely free** – while on a normal day, visiting Stonehenge costs around £30. See a BBC article about last year's event: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg349e4q22o **ITINERARY** **03:30** Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station) **03:45** Sharp departure **06:00** Free time next to Stonehenge **08:09** Sunrise **09:30** Meet next to the minibus for departure **11:30** London, Hammersmith **WHAT TO BRING** * Please wear sensible footwear – the car park and area around Stonehenge are grassy fields and can be uneven underfoot * Warm, waterproof clothing – please note that large umbrellas are not permitted during the Solstice * Small torch for walking to the stone circle * Small ground sheet and/or blanket * Food and drinks to keep you fuelled throughout the morning **PROHIBITED ITEMS** * Large bags – only small bags (approximately 30cm x 25cm x 15cm) are permitted, in line with current security measures. Bag checks may be carried out, with illegal items confiscated and entry refused. * Alcohol and drugs * Drones **TRANSPORT** As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus. **TRAVELLING TO THE MEETING POINT** The Night Tube operates on Saturday nights across the Central, Jubilee, Northern, Piccadilly and Victoria lines, with trains running approximately every 10-20 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey. **BOOKING** Please RSVP and pay by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John Stonehenge): Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited Sort Code: 20-17-20 Account Number: 63116514 We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the [attendees list](https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/312206756/attendees) of the event. Please allow up to 24 hours for the payment to arrive. **THE PRICE OF £78 INCLUDES** * Transport throughout the trip * Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver * Full commentary where appropriate * Professional event organisation * Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders * Admin fee * 20% VAT **THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance) * Food **HOW TO CONTACT US** For all enquiries, please PM Anna (the main organiser) via Meetup. Alternatively, you can email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours. Your guide will be Anna (07596844467, only for use during the hike). Please get in touch if you have any difficulty locating the meeting point or need help during the trip. **REVIEWS ⭐** We have hosted over 600 events on Meetup, you have left us a huge number of positive reviews! 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Join us for the dawn of the shortest day to celebrate the depths of Winter and the warmth of community. Watch the sunrise with other early risers on top of Primrose Hill. Take in one of the best views of London, and then warm up in a nearby cafe. Conversations fuelled by early morning light and coffee tend to be good ones. \*\*You can also join us on [TRIBE](https://tribeirl.com/the-sunrise-club)\*\* On **Sunday** 21st December, we will: * Meet from: 7:45AM at the top of Primrose Hill * **Sunrise at: 8:04AM** * Take in the view for a little while * Walk to a nearby cafe * Warm up with coffee We meet regularly - roughly fortnightly - to create and sustain community. New people are always welcome :-) **[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/C2KwIp79riz1A71dNF6pgF)** to keep up to date **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/thesunriseclubetc)** to see what these meetups look like **[WEBSITE](www.alltogether.one)** for all other groups and to sign up to the newsletter We are easy to find because we will be at the top of the hill with a big flag that says 'THE SUNRISE CLUB'. These are free meetups, but if you’d like to make a donation in support of my mission - to get people together, to create connections, and have fun - you can donate here: '[buy me a coffee](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bonnyastor)' ❤️

Walk length 10miles/16km approx. Linear. A chance to explore a section of the Wandle Trail from Wandsworth to Carshalton. The Wandle trail is a walking route following the river Wandle from Wandsworth to Croydon. Its was heavily industrialised for many years with water mills but is now largely a nature trail with a number of nature reserves as well as some more urban sections. The 21st December is the Winter Solstice and the shortest day of the year and is marked with various festivals and we may see some Pagan ones at the end pub. We will have a short pack lunch stop close to Abbey Mills which has shops and a cafe and is also the site of a Grade II listed watermill. We can at the end visit some pubs in Carshalton including 'The Hope' which has a great selection of real ale and craft beers. Carshalton has various transport routes back into central London. Lunch and Finish Please bring a packed lunch and water for the walk. The walk should finish before 4.30pm and include a pack lunch stop, however the time may be slightly earlier or later than this depending on the weather and pace. Meeting and Transport Meet outside Wandsworth town rail station for the walk to start at 11am. The station is in zone 2 and can be accessed with trains from Waterloo or Clapham Junction. It is also close to the Thames path. This is a FREE walk Please make a note of the organizers numbers - Colin 07709305681. Walking Safety: Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You should wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking shoes, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. Please see our Terms and Conditions (http://www.meetup.com/London-Explorers/pages/Terms_and_Conditions/) COULD EVERYONE PLEASE AVOID COMMENTS BELOW THAT ARE NOT SPECIFIC TO THE EVENT AS THIS GENERATES SPAM, JUST CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T GO. YOU CAN MESSAGE THE ORGANIZER, MANY THANKS.

**Join Us for an Epic Irish Night in Soho! 🎉🍻🍀** Get ready for an memorable evening at **Waxy O'Connor**, Soho's coolest Irish bar, right in the heart of London! ✨ We're gathering downstairs at the Cottage Bar for a night of pure, foot-stomping fun. 🕺💃 **What to Expect:** * **🎶 Live Folk Music**: The stage comes alive at **7 PM** with authentic folk tunes that'll have you singing along, dancing on benches, and channeling your inner leprechaun! * **🍴 Classic Irish Bites**: Dig into hearty pub grub like fish and chips, shepherd's pie, or loaded nachos—comfort food that hits all the right spots. * **🍺 Central Bar Vibes**: Sip on frosty pints of Guinness, crisp lagers, or expertly mixed Irish cocktails in a warm, buzzing atmosphere. * **🪑 Cozy Spots for All**: Claim a snug booth, pull up a bar stool, or join the crowd on communal benches—**everyone is welcome** to the craic! **📍 Where**: Waxy O'Connor, 14-16 Rupert St, London W1D 6DD. *Head downstairs to the Cottage Bar section—follow the sound of fiddles and laughter!* **📌 Pro Tip**: Arrive at the start time to snag the best area at the bar. No tickets required—free entry, first-come, first-served. Come for the pints, stay for the folk, and leave with stories that'll have you grinning for days. Let's make this Irish gem roar! 🎤🍻😎 *See you downstairs—sláinte!* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Some Tips:** 1. **Let’s all commit to updating our RSVPs if plans change**—it helps us plan better and ensures great attendance for everyone. If you RSVP “yes” but don’t attend and don’t update your RSVP, you may be removed from the group to keep things fair. No stress, though—you can rejoin for a small £10 fee! Just send me a DM, and I’ll share the PayPal details to get you back in. 2. **Turn Up on Time at the start!** This helps the quality of the event and helps you. 3. If you are struggling with the **app**, use the web page instead, that's what I use. 4. **Attendee Numbers & Guest Lists:** We have this event listed at least on two groups and the guest list includes attendees from all. 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Sunday rehearsal with Castellers of London. Meet us at the OBC Community Centre to help build human towers! This get together is a great opportunity for you to meet new friends, socialise and have a go and explore your abilities as a human tower builder a.k.a Casteller! For newcomers we have a team of trained Castellers who will introduce you to the group, guide you through the activity and help you safely take part in this unique Catalan tradition. When you arrive just approach us as we are really friendly! If in doubt ask for Cuss! Please let us know if you are bringing guests. After the rehearsal we go to a nearby pub for social drinks where everyone is welcome :) What do you need? 1. Ideally a cotton shirt: to protect your neck and shoulders, the more durable the shirt/top the better. We do not recommend any thin items of clothing! 2. Jeans: allowing you to move freely without breaking. 3. Mask: We still require the use of a mask as you will be very close to your fellow Castellers - basically you will be hugging people! The rest of the equipment is on us! We take health and safety very seriously, both in relation to COVID-19 and also the activity- please be assured that the safety of all participants is of the utmost importance to us and we take all necessary precautions to minimize the risk, ensuring we all have a great time! Our regular members won't be filling in the Meet Up to say they are going 🙂 So don't be put off if you see only a handful have said they are going. A minimum of 25 on the day is normal. What the Meet Up may show is how many new people like yourself are going.

**[🎟️ Grab your free ticket here 🎟️](https://t.ly/qLAvg)** **⟶ There will be more people coming as we promote this event on multiple platforms.** We meet to share psychedelic experiences, explore life and make new friends. Join us for guided chats over coffee or drinks, with space to share stories, insights, and opinions — focused on personal growth and fun! This is not therapy, integration, or academic — it's an opportunity to talk freely with others about your personal growth & psychedelic experiences and have some fun. **Who It’s For** Everyone’s welcome — whether you’re a seasoned psychonaut or have only had one experience. The aim is to create space for open conversations you wouldn’t normally get to have elsewhere. You might gain new insights, hear amazing stories, or make a new friend or two! **Format** We'll move into groups of 4–5 people using conversation prompts to ensure deeper conversation topics. **Location** Get your **[free ticket](https://t.ly/qLAvg)**[ ](https://t.ly/3o3t-) exact location will be given on the order confirmation. Just 5 minutes’ walk from Waterloo stations. **What Is Psychedelic Coffee Club?** Social gatherings for curious minds and conscious explorers. Facilitating meaningful conversations about personal growth, spirituality, relationships, consciousness, purpose, and, of course, psychedelics! A relaxed community bringing together people with expanded perspectives to share insights, stories, and experiences. Make new friends and talk about what *really* matters. **Conversation Prompt Examples:** – What first drew you to psychedelics? -What makes you feel most alive? – Biggest lesson from a journey? -What was your turning point in life? **[🎟️ Grab your free ticket here 🎟️](https://t.ly/qLAvg)**

Are you looking to connect with other plant enthusiant in London? Newbie & experienced plant people all welcome! Come along & join our day trip to iconic locations, and a mustsee for plant peeps. This event is free, but a suggested £5 donation is encouraged. TIA🙏🏽😇🌿 What to expect? 3 different plant shops Rare plants of tropical & arid varieties Touristic sites Canal walk Lots of plant talk & exchanging care tips Itinerary: 10am - Meet at Camden Lock, outside Blacksheep cafe (5 minutes walk from Camden Town Underground station 10:15 - Canal walk 10:30 - Camden Garden cntr + cafe 11:30 bus/ walk to next shop 12nn - Conservatory Archives at Middlemews 1pm - walk/ bus towards Kentish Town rail/ Underground station 13:00 -Lots of places to grab food, e.g. Sainbury, Pret, restaurant, pubs 2pm - Boma garden cntr 3pm - Hometime What to wear? Warm clothing & expect rain, so brolly, scarf & raincoats may be essential. It is winter afterall. Comfortable shoes. A fair amount of walking, which includes few steps/ stairs & slight hills. Note: You can arrive or leave at any point, just follow the schedule.

We will hike approx 4 miles looping through the gardens, boardwalk trail and chipmunk trail.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Start the New Year off right! Join us as we get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event to distribute food at the Champion Food Pantry! We’ve created a great little community of Movie Group friends! Rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve people in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: The Champion Food Pantry provides needed food to neighbors experiencing food insecurity. For this event, we’ll be volunteering to help with Food Distribution during client pick up times. Our group will receive on-the-spot training from some of their seasoned regular volunteers. PLAN FOR CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: Please arrive by 2:45pm. Our volunteer time will be from 3:00 to 6:00pm. LOCATION & PARKING: The Champion Food Pantry is located at 1460 S. Champion Ave in Columbus. Parking is located in the lot on Frebis across from the pantry. Please enter through the door marked "Volunteers enter here” on Frebis Ave. A map has been uploaded to the photos. IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the majority 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 update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. No shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will mak you ineligible 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. LINKS & INFO: Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: • Champion Food Pantry Civil Rights Training: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Parking and Entrance: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0wI-AwOYLY • Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/foodpantrieschampion THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others in our community! But the benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering can provide a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need. PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Thanks for your help and look forward to seeing you there, Dan