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City Mountaineering Social Drinks 🍻 – Meet Fellow Hikers & Adventurers
**Come for drinks — stay for adventure!**
Whether you’re brand-new to the group, thinking about joining your first hike, or climbing Snowdon next weekend — this is the place to meet City Mountaineering members in real life.
**Why come along?**
🌄 Meet *other mountain lovers* who live and work in London
🥾 Ask questions directly about upcoming trips (fitness, kit, routes)
🗺️ Hear stories from recent weekends in the mountains
🍺 Relax with great people before the next big adventure
**Who this is for**
Anyone curious about:
* Snowdonia, Lake District & Scottish mountain trips
* Mountain skills & hillwalking
* Travelling from London to epic peaks
You don’t need to have done a hike with us before — all are welcome 👋
**What to expect**
* Drinks in a cosy pub atmosphere
* Friendly people from the group
* Useful informal chat about trips and hiking tips
* Zero pressure, no agenda
**Pro tip:** If you’re considering a trip soon, this is the *perfect step* before booking — meet the group and feel confident about your next adventure.
**Location**
The Porterhouse, Covent Garden - [https://porterhouse.london](https://porterhouse.london)
**RSVP now to let us know you’re coming! 🚀**
City Mountaineering Social Drinks 🍻 – Meet Fellow Hikers & Adventurers
**Come for drinks — stay for adventure!**
Whether you’re brand-new to the group, thinking about joining your first hike, or climbing Snowdon next weekend — this is the place to meet City Mountaineering members in real life.
**Why come along?**
🌄 Meet *other mountain lovers* who live and work in London
🥾 Ask questions directly about upcoming trips (fitness, kit, routes)
🗺️ Hear stories from recent weekends in the mountains
🍺 Relax with great people before the next big adventure
**Who this is for**
Anyone curious about:
* Snowdonia, Lake District & Scottish mountain trips
* Mountain skills & hillwalking
* Travelling from London to epic peaks
You don’t need to have done a hike with us before — all are welcome 👋
**What to expect**
* Drinks in a cosy pub atmosphere
* Friendly people from the group
* Useful informal chat about trips and hiking tips
* Zero pressure, no agenda
**Pro tip:** If you’re considering a trip soon, this is the *perfect step* before booking — meet the group and feel confident about your next adventure.
**Location**
The Porterhouse, Covent Garden - [https://porterhouse.london](https://porterhouse.london)
**RSVP now to let us know you’re coming! 🚀**
50% OFF (£5)! Singles Social & Party in Holborn, Comp Prosecco ! Happy Hour!
Host: Van
\*This event is a collaboration with other groups and social networks and it will be well attended
\*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from
[https://www.fatsoma.com/e/fphh92qc/happy-new-year-singles-social-party-in-holborn-with-complimentary-drink-happy-hour-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/fphh92qc/happy-new-year-singles-social-party-in-holborn-with-complimentary-drink-happy-hour-all-ages)
**What is better way to start 2026 rather than a group of single people mixing and mingling, partying and dancing, while keeping their eyes trying to spot that special one that will make their heart jump.**
Whether you are looking for a partner or just to meet and connect with other people who are at the same phase of life, this is the event for you!
You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in crime or a partner in life!
Since this is a mix and mingle and not a speed dating there is no age range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to speak to whoever you fancy.
Connect with like minded people and open your social circle, enjoy
chatting about anything and everything, with those you like, for as long as you like
If you find somebody who you think you have a connection with, dare to
ask their contact details right then and there... like the old times ;)
Oh! and you don't need to ask the awkward question: 'so are you single?' because they all will be!
You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and acting as a glue in the group.
We have a reserved area where we can mix and mingle, so that everybody can relax and feel comfortable and we get to know each other. and then we are going to move on the dance floor!
Simmons Holborn is a powerhouse of a cocktail bar. Situated slap bang in the Centre of London, it brushes shoulders with Tottenham Court Road, Covent Garden, and Oxford Street. With two floors of utter delinquency to explore and a gigantic DJ booth housed inside an 8-foot disco ball - it's kind of a big deal.
The largest of the group's bars, the basement level takes inspiration from all the fun of the fair - sporting big-top style paintwork and walls lacquered with novelty circus posters. The upstairs is more typical of Simmons. Stacks of odds and sods line the venue like a shrine to the good old days. Drink cocktails out of Nanna's crockery and dance to live DJs spinning everything from 00s bops to R&B to soul,
The program of the night is as follows :
7:00pm-9pm : Singles mixing and mingling
9pm: The music goes up and it is time for dancing.
Everyone arriving before 9pm receives a token for a complimentary glass of prosecco
Happy Hour till 9pm!
Dress code is smart/ elegant/ Smart Casual (smart dark jeans are fine but ripped jeans, sportswear, trainers/sportshoes and hats are not allowed).
For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age.
If you wish to be welcomed and introduced to other people by the host please arrive before midnight
How to find us: When you arrive please ask to be directed to Marianna's Events area/ Van. Any issue on the night feel free to contact Van: 07587546857
For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733
How to connect with us:
Like and follow our facebook page:
[https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland)
Join our facebook group:
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514)
Follow us on twitter:
[@Mariannasevents](http://mariannasevents/)
Playful Multicultural Dating 20s-30s: Free for Ladies
✨ **Looking for something deeper than swipes and small talk?**
Join a room full of ambitious, open-minded, and genuinely relationship-oriented singles — all ready to connect through laughter, conversation, and meaningful chemistry.
**Important**: please register on this [page](https://www.meetup.com/your-london-exploration-family-of-fun/events/312100538/?recId=1e36801c-0340-4c27-8708-ae499b511b82&recSource=event-search&searchId=25cfa64c-8c2f-4054-b36b-beb422762693&eventOrigin=find_page%24all) (please click the hyperlink to the original page).
\#\#\# 💘 What Makes This Night Different
Forget the awkward speed dating tables or random bar meetups.
This event is built for **connection through play** — a carefully designed night where every activity helps you meet, talk, and spark attraction in a relaxed, natural way.
We’ve blended **fun social games** and **flirty trivia challenges** to help you discover real compatibility — not just surface-level attraction.
You’ll laugh, team up, share stories, and maybe find that spark that makes your heart race. ❤️
\#\#\# 🌍 A Multicultural Experience
London is a global city — so is our guest list.
We welcome singles from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, all in their **20s and 30s**, who share one goal:
💬 *building a genuine, lasting connection.*
Expect an inclusive and respectful environment, full of inspiring people who value curiosity, kindness, and emotional intelligence.
\#\#\# 🎲 What to Expect
* 🧩 **Interactive games & connection challenges** designed to bring out chemistry
* 🧠 **Playful trivia rounds** that reveal personality and spark laughter
* 💬 Structured mingling — you’ll get to talk to everyone
* 🍸 **Welcome icecreamm included** with your ticket
* 🎁 Mini surprises throughout the evening
\#\#\# 💎 Why You’ll Love It
This isn’t about flirting for attention — it’s about meeting people who are genuinely aligned with what you’re looking for.
Our team carefully crafts the environment so you can be yourself — confident, relaxed, and open to real connection. Whether you leave with a new relationship or new friends, you’ll walk away smiling, knowing you’ve spent the night connecting meaningfully.
\*1. Please note that we will be taking **photos and videos** throughout the event for promotional purpose.
\*2. The ticket is **10 pounds** and it should be paid in the restaurant.
\*3. Please add my **WhatsApp: +44 7487 832243** to join the group and have connection with all other attendees.
\*4. People who come in two will have a **20% discount**.
\*5. Please **order** something at the venue to support the venue.
\*6. Free tickets will be given out to ladies until gender balance is achieved.
\*7. Please be **punctual** as the host might not be able to see messages once the event start, and you may risk getting lost.
Happy New Year! Singles Social & Party in Holborn, Comp Prosecco ! Happy Hour!
Host: Yash
\*This event is a collaboration with other groups and social networks and it will be well attended
\*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from
[https://www.fatsoma.com/e/fphh92qc/happy-new-year-singles-social-party-in-holborn-with-complimentary-drink-happy-hour-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/fphh92qc/happy-new-year-singles-social-party-in-holborn-with-complimentary-drink-happy-hour-all-ages)
**What is better way to start 2026 rather than a group of single people mixing and mingling, partying and dancing, while keeping their eyes trying to spot that special one that will make their heart jump.**
Whether you are looking for a partner or just to meet and connect with other people who are at the same phase of life, this is the event for you!
You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in crime or a partner in life!
Since this is a mix and mingle and not a speed dating there is no age range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to speak to whoever you fancy.
Connect with like minded people and open your social circle, enjoy
chatting about anything and everything, with those you like, for as long as you like
If you find somebody who you think you have a connection with, dare to
ask their contact details right then and there... like the old times ;)
Oh! and you don't need to ask the awkward question: 'so are you single?' because they all will be!
You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and acting as a glue in the group.
We have a reserved area where we can mix and mingle, so that everybody can relax and feel comfortable and we get to know each other. and then we are going to move on the dance floor!
Simmons Holborn is a powerhouse of a cocktail bar. Situated slap bang in the Centre of London, it brushes shoulders with Tottenham Court Road, Covent Garden, and Oxford Street. With two floors of utter delinquency to explore and a gigantic DJ booth housed inside an 8-foot disco ball - it's kind of a big deal.
The largest of the group's bars, the basement level takes inspiration from all the fun of the fair - sporting big-top style paintwork and walls lacquered with novelty circus posters. The upstairs is more typical of Simmons. Stacks of odds and sods line the venue like a shrine to the good old days. Drink cocktails out of Nanna's crockery and dance to live DJs spinning everything from 00s bops to R&B to soul,
The program of the night is as follows :
7:00pm-9pm : Singles mixing and mingling
9pm: The music goes up and it is time for dancing.
Everyone arriving before 9pm receives a token for a complimentary glass of prosecco
Happy Hour till 9pm!
Dress code is smart/ elegant/ Smart Casual (smart dark jeans are fine but ripped jeans, sportswear, trainers/sportshoes and hats are not allowed).
For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age.
If you wish to be welcomed and introduced to other people by the host please arrive before midnight
How to find us: When you arrive please ask to be directed to Marianna's Events area/ Yash. Any issue on the night feel free to contact Yash: 07774905462
For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733
How to connect with us:
Like and follow our facebook page:
[https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland)
Join our facebook group:
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514)
Follow us on twitter:
[@Mariannasevents](http://mariannasevents/)
Walking Through Stories: Jane Austen & Watership Down Weekend
**Walking Through Stories: Jane Austen & Watership Down Weekend** 📚🚶♀️
Explore the literary landscapes of Hampshire on this brand-new hotel-based walking weekend. With *single rooms* available, enjoy guided walks through the countryside that inspired Jane Austen and the classic tale *Watership Down*.
📍 **Location:** Hampshire
🔗 **Find out more and book here:** [https://www.largeoutdoors.com/walking-through-stories-jane-austen-watership-down-weekend](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/walking-through-stories-jane-austen-watership-down-weekend)
Travel Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
🦭 Hike to Atlantic Grey Seals – Britain's Wildlife Safari
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**This hike is now FULL. If you missed it, we're repeating it on Saturday, February 7. Sign up via the link:**
https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/312800438/
**We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e4VGmwhurmCng2cY3ZJHOS4j9ZlWKaX1/view?usp=sharing) to help answer your questions.**
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We’re off to Norfolk! The seals in Norfolk are truly one of Britain's most special sights. Without any doubt, they're an incredible WOW factor and one that you must see!
On this day hike, we'll walk along the top of the sand dunes and enjoy stunning panoramic views across the North Sea. On our way, we'll pass the much-loved grey seal colony at Horsey Beach, which draws thousands of visitors each year, **particularly between November and March**, when the seals come ashore to breed. There are literally hundreds and hundreds of seals and their pups stretching for as far as the eye can see!
The whole walk is in the Broads National Park – one of fifteen national parks in the UK. You'll discover its iconic windmills, navigable waterways and broads (man-made, shallow lakes). With over 125 miles of lock-free waterways, the Norfolk Broads have more miles of waterway than Venice or Amsterdam, and are an extremely popular boating holiday destination! Locals like to call the Broads “the Venice of the East”.
💪 This walk is **suitable for all abilities** – it is almost entirely flat and done at a very gentle pace to allow us enjoy the nature and take plenty of pictures.
**HIKE HIGHLIGHTS**
* Watch seals and their young from a close distance at Horsey Gap, home to one of the biggest colonies of grey seals in Britain.
* Take a gentle stroll over the vast open expanse of the golden sand dunes of Winterton Beach – a Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. The area is a veritable haven for birds and all kinds of wildlife and is widely regarded as having the best sand dunes in Norfolk.
* See the spectacular Horsey Windpump – the youngest and largest windpump in the Norfolk Broads. It was built in 1912 to pump water out from the surrounding land so that it could be used for farming.
* Discover Horsey Mere, often regarded as one of the most beautiful of the northern broads and famous for its internationally important wildlife.
* Walk the newly opened stretch of the England Coast Path – a new National Trail around all of England's coast, which once completed will be the longest coastal walking route in the world (4,500 kilometres in length!).
**DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY**
Distance: 6 miles (10km).
Ascent: 50m.
Difficulty: [Easy](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view).
**ITINERARY**
**07:45** Meet outside ibis London City – Shoreditch Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF (near Aldgate East Station)
**08:00** Sharp departure
**11:15** Horsey Windpump to Hemsby hike via Winterton-on-Sea for a lunch stop
**16:30** Departure
**19:30** London, next to Bow Road Underground Station
**TRANSPORT**
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
**SAFETY**
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader.
**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 Seals):
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/312586739/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
* Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
* 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)
**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 Milena (07869815577, 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.
**WHAT TO BRING**
* Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
* Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers or a poncho (if there is a chance of rain)
* Gloves/hat/cap
* Water (min 1L)
* Packed lunch
**REVIEWS ⭐**
We have hosted over 600 events on Meetup and received an incredible number of positive reviews from our community. We’re proud to have achieved an **average event rating of 4.8 out of 5**. Please keep sharing your feedback – it helps us continue to improve and make every trip even better!
**JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA**
This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!
[Facebook group link](https://www.facebook.com/groups/220802492121957) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/london_social_hiking/)
**REFUND POLICY**
You can check our refund policy [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ny-b2NmMzBlpCiKjzkqC2vJEisxlORpn/view?usp=drive_link).
🦭 Hike to Atlantic Grey Seals – Britain's Wildlife Safari
#################
**This hike is now FULL. If you missed it, we're repeating it on Saturday, February 7. Sign up via the link:**
https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/312800438/
**We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e4VGmwhurmCng2cY3ZJHOS4j9ZlWKaX1/view?usp=sharing) to help answer your questions.**
#################
We’re off to Norfolk! The seals in Norfolk are truly one of Britain's most special sights. Without any doubt, they're an incredible WOW factor and one that you must see!
On this day hike, we'll walk along the top of the sand dunes and enjoy stunning panoramic views across the North Sea. On our way, we'll pass the much-loved grey seal colony at Horsey Beach, which draws thousands of visitors each year, **particularly between November and March**, when the seals come ashore to breed. There are literally hundreds and hundreds of seals and their pups stretching for as far as the eye can see!
The whole walk is in the Broads National Park – one of fifteen national parks in the UK. You'll discover its iconic windmills, navigable waterways and broads (man-made, shallow lakes). With over 125 miles of lock-free waterways, the Norfolk Broads have more miles of waterway than Venice or Amsterdam, and are an extremely popular boating holiday destination! Locals like to call the Broads “the Venice of the East”.
💪 This walk is **suitable for all abilities** – it is almost entirely flat and done at a very gentle pace to allow us enjoy the nature and take plenty of pictures.
**HIKE HIGHLIGHTS**
* Watch seals and their young from a close distance at Horsey Gap, home to one of the biggest colonies of grey seals in Britain.
* Take a gentle stroll over the vast open expanse of the golden sand dunes of Winterton Beach – a Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. The area is a veritable haven for birds and all kinds of wildlife and is widely regarded as having the best sand dunes in Norfolk.
* See the spectacular Horsey Windpump – the youngest and largest windpump in the Norfolk Broads. It was built in 1912 to pump water out from the surrounding land so that it could be used for farming.
* Discover Horsey Mere, often regarded as one of the most beautiful of the northern broads and famous for its internationally important wildlife.
* Walk the newly opened stretch of the England Coast Path – a new National Trail around all of England's coast, which once completed will be the longest coastal walking route in the world (4,500 kilometres in length!).
**DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY**
Distance: 6 miles (10km).
Ascent: 50m.
Difficulty: [Easy](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view).
**ITINERARY**
**07:45** Meet outside ibis London City – Shoreditch Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF (near Aldgate East Station)
**08:00** Sharp departure
**11:15** Horsey Windpump to Hemsby hike via Winterton-on-Sea for a lunch stop
**16:30** Departure
**19:30** London, next to Bow Road Underground Station
**TRANSPORT**
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
**SAFETY**
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader.
**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 Seals):
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/312442943/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
* Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Lowland Leader
* 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)
**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 Lily (07450435289, 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.
**WHAT TO BRING**
* Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
* Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers or a poncho (if there is a chance of rain)
* Gloves/hat/cap
* Water (min 1L)
* Packed lunch
**REVIEWS ⭐**
We have hosted over 600 events on Meetup and received an incredible number of positive reviews from our community. We’re proud to have achieved an **average event rating of 4.8 out of 5**. Please keep sharing your feedback – it helps us continue to improve and make every trip even better!
**JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA**
This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!
[Facebook group link](https://www.facebook.com/groups/220802492121957) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/london_social_hiking/)
**REFUND POLICY**
You can check our refund policy [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ny-b2NmMzBlpCiKjzkqC2vJEisxlORpn/view?usp=drive_link).
HILLY HIKE 17km Jane Austen's Box Hill, England's largest vineyard & North Downs
📏 **Key Info:**
• Distance: 11 miles (17km)
• Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
• Ascent: 485m
• Hiking time: 4 to 4.5 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 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 8:05am, leave 8:25am for the 8:41am train
• Return: 5:53pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then)
🌟 **Highlights**
• Hike through the **Surrey Hills AONB** (422 km²) — one of England’s most beautiful landscapes
• Visit the famous **Box Hill viewpoint** with far-reaching views over Surrey and Sussex
• Enjoy varied hiking across **woodland, downs and the River Mole**
• Visit **Denbies Wine Estate** — England’s largest vineyard and award winner
• Cross the iconic **Stepping Stones** on the River Mole
• See the twisting Olympic cycle race roads (2012)
🥾 **Hike Description**
For centuries, the beauty of **Box Hill** has inspired artists, writers and musicians. **Jane Austen** set a scene from Emma here, George Lambert painted it in 1733 (now in Tate Britain), and it has even featured in modern songs. The poet **Keats** and **G.K. Chesterton** also drew inspiration from these hills, showing how this corner of Surrey has long captured creative imaginations.
Our hike begins in the **Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty**, with woodland and rolling trails through Norbury Park before joining the twisting roads used in the **2012 Olympic cycling race**. From here, we climb to the summit of Box Hill, where the **Salomons Memorial viewpoint** offers sweeping panoramas across the Weald and as far as Devil’s Dyke by the South Coast. On the way we also encounter traces of history, including a late 19th-century fort built to defend against French invasion and the semi-ruined folly tower from 1815.
After soaking up the views, we descend to the **River Mole** and cross its famous **Stepping Stones**, a much-loved landmark of the area. The trail then continues through open chalk downland and woodland before reaching **Denbies Wine Estate**, the largest vineyard in England, winner of international awards including Best Rosé in the World at the 2010 International Wine Challenge.
A wonderfully varied hike that blends chalk downs, riverside beauty, iconic views and layers of history — all within easy reach of London.
🧭 **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) 👣
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Dover → Folkestone Coastal via Samphire Hoe | Small Group
**Dover → Folkestone via Samphire Hoe**
**The Plan:**
* **Distance:** 9 miles
* **Duration:** about 4hrs
* **Elevation:** +650 ft / –775 ft
**Difficulty:** *Intermediate* \- accessible yet rewarding\. Expect rolling paths\, dramatic cliffside views\, and just enough ups and downs to keep things interesting\. Perfect for adventurers who want epic scenery without punishing climbs\.
**Highlights Along the Way**
🔹 Shakespeare Cliff - A sweeping cliff face named after the Bard himself, offering a jaw-dropping first glimpse of the coastline’s grandeur.
🔹 Samphire Hoe - A stunning nature reserve born from the earth dug out of the Channel Tunnel. Here, wildflowers bloom against chalky cliffs, seabirds soar overhead, and the wind carries the salt and freedom of the open sea.
🔹 Abbot’s Cliff Sound Mirror - A fascinating relic from 1928, this huge concrete dish once listened for enemy aircraft long before radar existed. Stand here and let history surround you.
🔹 Sweeping Cliff-Edge Views - The path hugs the edge of the cliffs, where turquoise waters crash against chalky walls below — a perfect spot for epic photos and quiet moments alike.
**Reward Yourself in Folkestone:**
After nearly 9 miles of pure coastal magic, Folkestone greets you with open arms. Settle into a seaside restaurant, order something hearty, and watch the sun melt into the horizon. The ocean sparkles, the air buzzes with the hum of the harbour, and you’ve earned every single bite.
**\[Check out our last trip on HERE\]\(Check out our last trip video HERE\)**
**A few things to know before you book:**
* **Tickets:** Non-refundable, but if you can’t make it, you’re welcome to pass your spot on to someone else. A full refund will be issued if the hike is cancelled by the organiser.
* **Getting there:** Trains to Dover are usually around £28 return when booked in advance, or £23 Super Off-Peak with a Network Railcard.
* **Meeting points:** Two options — travel together from London, or meet us directly at Dover train station if you’re coming from elsewhere.
* **Weather:** The hike goes ahead rain or shine, so bring layers and be ready for all conditions.
* **The route:** We’ll be walking along coastal paths near the cliffs. The scenery is incredible, but some sections are exposed — sturdy footwear is a must, and please follow the guide’s instructions throughout.
**Not included:**
* Food & Refreshments
* Transport (network railcard is recommended or group ticket bought on the day)
* Anything else not listed above
**⚠️ Health & Safety ⚠️**
• Participants take part at their own risk.
• The guide (professional event organiser ) 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.
Драккар Викингов
Sutton Hoo — это курганный некрополь в графстве Саффолк. Здесь в конце 1930-х годов были обнаружены самые значимые археологические находки, не имеющие аналогов на Британских островах. Среди находок был погребальный корабль, датируемый рубежом VI и VII веков. Считается, что эта могила восточно-английскому королю Редвальду. В VII веке Редвальд стал королем Восточной Англии, которая на тот момент была государством, известным по всей Европе.
Насладившись атмосферой тайны, мы отправимся к морю — в очаровательный Aldeburgh, жемчужину Саффолкского побережья. Этот город — синоним свежайшей рыбы и независимого духа. Нас ждёт сытный обед в одном из его знаменитых ресторанов, например, в Seafood & Grill, где подают улов, принесённый рыбаками всего несколько часов назад. После трапезы самое время исследовать этот самобытный городок. Можно прогуляться по галечному пляжу мимо цветных рыбацких лодок, вытащенных на берег, и вдохнуть солёный воздух. Обязательно стоит пройтись до конца викторианского пирса — его павильон-лаборатория стал символом стойкости местных жителей. Для ценителей изысканного — короткий визит на винокурню Fishers Gin, где дистиллируют джин с характерным морским характером. А кульминацией станет момент, когда багровое зимнее солнце начнёт опускаться за линию горизонта, окрашивая небо и воду в драматические оттенки янтаря и стали. Это идеальный момент для прощания с морем.
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📝План поездки:
📍08:45 Встреча у отеля Ibis London City Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF (рядом со станцией Aldgate East Station)
📍11:00 — 13:30 Драккар Викингов в Sutton Hoo (от £8.50)
📍14:00 — 15:00 Приморский город Aldeburgh, время на обед в рыбном ресторане (например, в Seafood & Grill Restaurant)
📍15:00 — 16:30 Свободное время: набережная с рыбацкими лодками, пляж, пирс, винокурня Fishers Gin, закат в 16:14
📍16:30 Отправление
📍19:00 London, Aldgate East
👣Продолжительность путешествия зависит от погодных условий и дорожных пробок.
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🎁Включено в бронирование:
⚜️Аудиогид на русском
⚜️Тур-менеджер, говорящий на русском и английском языках
⚜️Транспорт, организация мероприятия
⚜️Профессиональный водитель с наградой RoSPA Gold
⚜️Администрация и помощь во время путешествия
⚜️НДС и все налоги, комиссия платежной системы (карта/банк/PayPal)
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🙅🏼♀️Не включено:
❌Питание во время путешествия: индивидуальный выбор
❌Трансфер в место встречи и после завершения поездки
❌Остановки автобуса для посадки/высадки пассажиров по пути следования
❌Страховка в случае травм, потери багажа и личных вещей, отмены тура в последнюю минуту
❌Evebus Club – привилегии для участников программы, в том числе переносы броней без потерь
❌Экскурсовод: £20 с человека при условии набора группы от 6-ти участников
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🎒Что взять с собой:
✅Воду/еду по желанию
✅Фотокамеру и зарядку для телефона
✅Мелочь для чаевых и отличное настроение 🙂
✳️Обо всем остальном мы позаботимся. Поэтому просто явитесь в указанное время и место и наслаждайтесь поездкой😉!
📩Этот тур, как и все путешествия Evebus, может быть организован в частном порядке! Для участия в индивидуальных поездках, пожалуйста, обращайтесь на info@evebus.com с пометкой «Тур на заказ».
🍫 Шоколадная фабрика
**🌺** Мы отправляемся в самое сладкое путешествие, которое подарит нам знакомство с восхитительным городом **Birmingham** и окунет в магию всемирно известного шоколада **Cadbury**.
**Birmingham** — яркий и гостеприимный город, расположенный в самом сердце Англии. Когда-то Birmingham был родиной промышленной революции, а теперь он гордится своим богатым культурным наследием, пронизанным историей и местным образом жизни. Архитектура Birmingham настолько разнообразна, что ее можно поделить на «старинную» и «современную». Их гармоничное сочетание делает город по-особенному очаровательным. В центре Birmingham находится Площадь Виктории. Тут расположены две городские ратуши и Дом Советов с башней и большими часами, ставшими городским символом. Также на площади расположены Музей и Художественная галерея, установлены статуя королевы Виктории и известный фонтан «Река». Яркими достопримечательностями города стали Собор Святого Филиппа XVIII века и Церковь Св. Павла. Одна из самых популярных локаций Birmingham — Bullring Shopping Centre — лучшее место для шопинга, построенное на древней площади Бычьего Кольца. Это самая старая рыночная площадь, существующая здесь с середины XII века. В центре Birmingham можно найти садовые зоны и насладиться отдыхом, а многочисленные рестораны и пабы подарят незабываемые гастрономические впечатления.
🍫 Самое знаменитое место в окрестностях Birmingham — **шоколадная фабрика [Cadbury World](https://www.cadburyworld.co.uk/)**, где производится всемирно известный шоколад. Cadbury была основана в 1824 году Джоном Кэдбери, который изначально открыл магазин в Birmingham. Здесь он продавал какао и питьевой шоколад. Через семь лет Джон и его сыновья начали собственное производство. Благодаря безупречным вкусовым качествам спрос на продукцию возрастал, и потребовалось место для более крупного завода. В 1879 году такое место было найдено в четырех милях к югу от центра города. Постепенно вокруг фабрики стали строиться дома, сначала только для рабочих, а потом и любой желающий мог поселиться в деревне, которая была названа «Bournville» и впоследствии стала образцом для многих других деревень Британии. В августе 1990 года Cadbury World открыла свои двери и теперь принимает более 600 000 посетителей каждый год, превратившись в одну из самых известных достопримечательностей Великобритании. Посещение фабрики открывает мир шоколадных изысков и дарит увлекательный день в парке аттракционов Cadbury World. Во время экскурсии вы узнаете о происхождении какао-бобов и о том, как изготавливаются ваши любимые кондитерские изделия. Окунувшись в удивительный мир Cadbury, вы сможете познакомиться с ассортиментом 14-ти шоколадных зон, присоединиться к Фреддо и множеству персонажей Cadbury, отправиться на волшебный аттракцион «Кадабра» и встретиться с самим Джоном Кэдбери, испытать неповторимые ощущения от катания на американских горках Crunchie и полета в небе на дирижабле Cadbury Creme Egg, пилотируемом кроликом Caramel Bunny. В Cadbury World Café можно побаловать себя вкусной едой, закусками и напитками, а в Cadbury World Shop вас ждет изобилие угощений и множество специальных предложений, которых вы больше нигде не найдете.
📝 План поездки:
📍**08:45** **Встреча** у отеля **[Hotel Novotel London West](https://goo.gl/maps/isJaR8654Y62)**, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (возле Hammersmith Station)
📍11:30 — 14:00 Экскурсия по шоколадной фабрике [Cadbury World](https://www.cadburyworld.co.uk/) ([от £22](https://www.cadburyworld.co.uk/tickets/#tickets), бронируйте заранее на слот 11:40)
📍14:30 — 16:30 Город Birmingham: площадь Виктории, две городские ратуши, [Дом Советов](https://bmusic.co.uk/your-visit/town-hall), [Музей и художественная галерея](https://www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/birmingham-museum-and-art-gallery), [Кафедральный собор](http://www.birminghamcathedral.com/), время на обед
📍16:30 Отправление с 20 минутной остановкой на сервисах
📍19:15 London, Hammersmith
👣 Продолжительность путешествия зависит от погодных условий и дорожных пробок.
🎁Включено в бронирование:
⚜️Тур-менеджер, говорящий на русском и английском языках
⚜️Транспорт, организация мероприятия
⚜️Профессиональный водитель с курсами IAM/RoSPA
⚜️Администрация и помощь во время путешествия
⚜️НДС и все налоги, комиссия платежной системы (карта/банк/PayPal)
🙅🏼♀️Не включено:
❌Питание во время путешествия: индивидуальный выбор
❌Трансфер в место встречи и после завершения поездки
❌Остановки автобуса для посадки/высадки пассажиров по пути следования
❌[Страховка](https://www.coverwise.co.uk/) в случае травм, потери багажа и личных вещей, отмены тура в последнюю минуту
❌[Evebus Club](https://evebus.com/ru/evebus-club/) – переносы броней без потерь, [выбор посадочного](https://evebus.com/ru/seating-plan) места
❌Экскурсовод: £20 с человека при условии набора группы от 6-ти участников
🎒Что взять с собой:
✅Воду/еду по желанию
✅Фотокамеру и зарядку для телефона
✅Хорошее настроение 🙂
✳️Обо всем остальном мы позаботимся. Поэтому просто явитесь в указанное время и место и наслаждайтесь поездкой😉!
📩Этот тур, как и все путешествия Evebus, может быть организован в частном порядке! Для участия в индивидуальных поездках, пожалуйста, обращайтесь на info@evebus.com с пометкой «Тур на заказ».
Travel, Friends & Good Vibes — Meet, Mingle & Party
Join **London Travel Now** for a fun, upbeat meetup filled with travel stories, good vibes, and great people. Whether you’ve backpacked across the globe or you’re just dreaming about your first big escape, this event is all about connecting with others who love exploring.
We’ll hang out, swap stories, share tips, laugh, and maybe grab a few drinks together. It’s relaxed, social, and perfect for meeting new people who love travel, nightlife, and adventure. Come for the conversation, stay for the atmosphere — and who knows? You might even find your next travel buddy… or your next night out crew.
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### **How It Works**
1. **Meet fellow travel enthusiasts**
Come socialize, chat, and connect with people who share your love for discovering new places.
2. **Plan adventures on our community website**
Use our online space to organize future trips, coordinate plans, and share ideas. [London Travel Now Community Site](https://london-trip-crew.lovable.app)
3. **Go on trips together**
Join group adventures or create your own—whatever suits your style.
***
### **Rules**
* **No selling travel or vacation packages.**
This isn’t a marketing or sales group. If you promote packages or services, you’ll receive one warning. Continued promotion means removal from the group.
* **This community is about real connections.**
Our purpose is simple: meet people, build friendships, and go on amazing trips together.
* **Please purchase something at our meetup venue such as a drink, soda, beer or food.**
**Dues**
* We charge £1.50 per month per member to cover the cost of the meetup.com membership and to cover the cost of our community SaaS website.
**P.S.**
Be sure to bring you laptop, tablet or smartphone to be able to create your account, create trips and join trips on the [London Travel Now Community Site](https://london-trip-crew.lovable.app)
Travel Events Near You
Connect with your local Travel community
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio.
Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."
January Social - Pastimes Pub at Grandview Yard
Come out and meet CAC before our [Night Ski at Snow Trails](https://www.meetup.com/columbusac/events/312767179/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link&utm_version=v2&member_id=375776096) event on Saturday!
You can find us at a table with CAC displays and name tags!
**When**: Thursday, January 22nd
**Time**: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
**Where**: [Pastimes Pub at Grandview Yard](https://www.pastimespubandgrill.com/index.html#locations)
**Address**: 775 Yard St suite 100, Grandview Heights, OH 43212
**About CAC:**
Connecting **Young Adults** (20's, 30's, 40's) through **Adventure, Athletics, and Wellness** by providing access to **unique experiences**
Free In-Person Meeting: Healing from Trauma and Past Betrayals
This is a free, in person meeting.
Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse.
Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well.
Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship.
Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action?
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships!
Break free from self imposed limitations
Here we will discuss:
• How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes.
• Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you?
• Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it?
• Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love?
• Fights & arguments - what's really behind them?
• What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others?
• How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change?
• Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them?
• How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about?
• How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career?
Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general.
Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person.
Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life.
We look forward to having you join us!
This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Contra dance Jan 24 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Band: The Pegheads; Caller: Liz Burkhart**
Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm
NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening!
**Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
Wine Tasting with Charcuterie 🍷🧀
Join us for a guided wine tasting sponsored by Wine Trends, featuring a curated selection of wines paired with individual charcuterie boards. $30 per person paid at venue. RSVP required.
Each guest receives a personal board with a curated selection of meats, cheeses, olives, nuts, jam, grapes, and baguette.
A relaxed, social way to unwind and try something new.
Must be 21+ to attend
One for the Ages: Columbus Museum of Art / Gemüt Biergarten
**History**
The Columbus Museum of Art traces its roots to 1878, when it was founded as the Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, becoming the first art museum chartered in Ohio. A group of civic leaders established it to bring touring exhibitions and build a public collection. In 1887, it merged with the Columbus Art School (now CCAD) fostering a long partnership in arts education. Initially without a permanent home, the museum operated from temporary spaces until 1919, when art patron Francis C. Sessions deeded his Victorian mansion on East Broad Street to house the growing institution.
As collections expanded in the early 20th century, the need for a dedicated building became clear. The Sessions mansion was demolished, and a new Italian Renaissance Revival structure was erected on the same site, opening to the public in 1931. This elegant building, with its grand steps and arches, remains the museum's core today and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. Key early acquisitions, like the Ferdinand Howald Collection of modernist works, helped establish its focus on American and European art.
In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the museum evolved significantly. It added the Ross Wing in 1974 for exhibitions and renamed itself the Columbus Museum of Art in 1978 during its centennial. A major renovation and expansion completed in 2015 introduced the Margaret M. Walter Wing and Center for Creativity, emphasizing interactive experiences. In 2018, the donation of the Pizzuti Collection and its Short North building expanded the museum's reach into contemporary art, solidifying its role as a dynamic cultural hub.
The Columbus Museum of Art boasts a strong collection of late 19th- and early 20th-century European modern art, featuring well-known masters like Claude Monet, whose Impressionist landscapes capture light and atmosphere in ways familiar to many. Visitors can also encounter works by Henri Matisse, renowned for his bold use of color, and Edgar Degas, famous for his graceful depictions of ballerinas and everyday scenes. The museum's early Cubist holdings include pieces by Pablo Picasso, offering glimpses into his revolutionary fragmented style that reshaped modern art.
On the American side, the collection highlights iconic figures such as Edward Hopper, whose evocative paintings of urban solitude and quiet American life are widely recognized, and Norman Rockwell, celebrated for his heartfelt illustrations of everyday Americana that have appeared on countless magazine covers. These accessible works by household-name artists provide an inviting entry point for those new to art museums, blending European innovation with distinctly American storytelling.
**Summary**
For this event, we will tour the [Columbus Museum of Art](https://www.columbusmuseum.org/), which is always free on Sundays. Afterward, we will head over to the nearby, highly-rated, and popular Gemüt Biergarten for drinks and food.
Columbus's art museum is not large, and we won't need to rush through in order to see everything. However, it's a little windy (with a long "i") and maze-like in spots, and if you've never gone through it before, it can be a little confusing at first.
**Tickets and Pricing**
The Museum is free on Sundays.
**Parking**
The short answer here is that you can park for free (in the Safe Auto lot) when you visit the Museum on weekends.
The longer answer is that the Museum has a dedicated parking lot, whose entrance and exit are on E Gay St, just north of Broad St. You can see this parking lot [here on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Columbus+Museum+Of+Art+Parking/@39.9648853,-82.9882364,18.67z/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x883888d20177f111:0xbf595a71d9d8c8c5!2sColumbus+Museum+of+Art!8m2!3d39.9642074!4d-82.9878972!16zL20vMDM0Z3F6!3m5!1s0x883888d21f05e00f:0xb72a56e4ac2d4fba!8m2!3d39.9651763!4d-82.9881746!16s%2Fg%2F11f3pdx3tx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D).
This parking has normally been $7, unless you buy something either in the Museum's gift shop or café, in which case it's $5 (you have to bring your receipt to the Museum's front desk to get this discount).
However, the Museum is currently in the process of upgrading their parking lot's intercom (or some such), and until such time as this is completed, parking in this lot is free. Once this upgrade is complete, though, the charge is likely to increase from $7 to $10.
This upgrade is supposed to be done by the time we run this event, but given how these things work, I wouldn't be totally surprised if it's not complete by then. You'll know the lot is free if the gate arms to both the entrance and exit are fixed in a raised position when you arrive.
However, there's a large parking lot for Safe Auto on the other side of N Washington Ave, between Boone St and Hutton Pl. You can see this parking lot [here on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'54.4%22N+82%C2%B059'13.9%22W/@39.9651069,-82.9884087,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d39.965105!4d-82.987191?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D).
Visitors to the Museum may always park for free in this lot on weekends.
**The End of History**
After completing our dissertation in [Art Appreciation](https://www.facebook.com/groups/879880336006462/posts/1734229683904852/), we'll head over to the highly-rated [Gemüt Biergarten](https://www.gemutbiergarten.com/) for [drinks and food](https://www.gemutbiergarten.com/#full-menu). The brewery is located in [Olde Towne East](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Olde+Towne+East,+Columbus,+OH/@39.9600896,-82.9935095,14z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883888c29b9d98cb:0x55fc96810facc832!8m2!3d39.9579938!4d-82.9761254!16s%2Fm%2F026vlz4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D), and its actual address is [734 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/734+Oak+St,+Columbus,+OH+43205/@39.9633755,-82.9808618,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883888c53426d289:0x4aec638d8a5195d4!8m2!3d39.9633755!4d-82.9808618!16s%2Fg%2F11c4wy250w?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D).
Gemüt Biergarten has a free parking lot that isn't small but also isn't huge. Street parking, however, is always free across Columbus on [Sundays and holidays](https://www.columbus.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/public-service/right-of-way-permit/on-street-parking-out-of-service-policy-and-procedure-final-8.15.2022-signed.pdf), so I think we'll be okay with parking.
The bigger issue may be the weather. The brewery has a good-sized outdoor patio that is covered and heated in the winter. However, that doesn't mean this patio will be warm.
The inside of the brewery is "okay-sized," but again, the brewery is popular and by the time we get there, we may have no choice but to sit outside. If it's cold, I can and will ask them to fire up some of their additional outdoor heaters, which I think should be enough, but please bring something to keep you warm just in case we end up outside.
Finally, while food at the Biergarten can be a little overpriced, in my experience it is excellent, and you are likely to enjoy whatever you get. We should be there by 1:00 if you can't make the Museum and just want to meet us for drinks.





























