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See http:http://www.trailnet.org.uk/recycling-respoke.html (http://www.trailnet.org.uk/gascoigne-cycle-centre) If you have specific requirements, please contact the organisers before visiting the centre, so they can advise you. (020) 8593 1677 / info@respoke.org.uk

**Explore Norfolk’s Coast & Royal Countryside with Large Outdoors** Join **Large Outdoors** for a sociable winter walking weekend as we explore the peaceful Norfolk coastline and the scenic countryside around Sandringham. Based in a comfortable hotel in King’s Lynn, this two-night escape offers fully guided walks, plenty of fresh air, and a relaxed group atmosphere. ### **What to Expect:** 🚶 **Guided Walks** – Enjoy two days of coastal and countryside walking, including paths near Holme-next-the-Sea, Heacham, and Sandringham Estate. 🌿 **Scenic Highlights** – Big skies, quiet beaches, historic woodlands, and a touch of royal history. 🛌 **Hotel Stay in King’s Lynn** – Twin and single occupancy rooms available, with breakfasts included and group meals out each evening. ☕ **Sociable Group Feel** – A welcoming weekend, perfect for solo walkers or anyone keen to enjoy a friendly, low-key walking break. 📅 **Dates:** 6–8 February 2026 📍 **Location:** King’s Lynn / Norfolk Coast 🔗 **Full details & booking:** [https://www.largeoutdoors.com/norfolk-walking-weekend-north-coast-and-sandringham](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/norfolk-walking-weekend-north-coast-and-sandringham) Blow the cobwebs away with a weekend of good walks, good company, and Norfolk charm.

A winter wonderland away from London to the beautiful Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, in Scotland We will spend 2-days and 2-nights in cosy accommodation close to Loch Lomond itself and explore the local mountains in their cosy (or cold) winter jackets... This trip will include a winter ascent of Ben Lomond - The most southerly munro (mountain) in Scotland! To fully appreciate and enjoy a winter ascent, it is best to be properly prepared for the winter environment - with an early start, good crampon technique and the right equipment all helping to give a truly memorable mountain day. *This trip is suitable for anyone, regardless of winter hiking experience - Winter skills tuition will be provided on our journey to the summit of this fantastic mountain with 360-degree, panoramic views of loch Lomond and the surrounding national park!* If you already have winter hiking experience, this day of tuition will be great to hone your skills and reacquaint yourself with the skills you've already learnt *** **ITINERARY** **Friday PM** Meet outside Euston train station and take a relaxing train journey to Scotland. You will be met in Scotland by your guide and driven a short distance to your first night's accommodation. **Saturday** A journey in the local area to a local summit which will include an introduction to the winter environment, an introduction/revision of ice axe/cramponing skills and the style of mountaineering required for a winter ascent. **Sunday** An early start, to make the most of the day, we will make our way to the summit of Ben Lomond. The specific route we take will depend on experience, ability and weather conditions. After returning safely to the vehicles, you will be transported to the train station for your onward train journey home. *(Return trains from London are included in the cost of this trip)* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **ACCOMMODATION** We have exclusive use of a 4-bedroomed hostel for the weekend Minimum kit list: * Base Layers * Fleece * Warm/Insulated Jacket * Hiking Trousers * Waterproof Jacket * Waterproof Trousers/Salopettes * Hat or Balaclava * Warm Ski Type Gloves/Mittens * Warm Socks * Sturdy Hiking Boots * Ski Goggles * Sunglasses * Back Pack suitable for day hikes (30-35 litres) * Waterbottle and/or thermos flask * Headtorch * Personal medication \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Cost:** £for this all inclusive winter adventure Included in the price: * Return train travel from London * All travel and logistical support in Scotland * 2-nights Accommodation * Guided hiking by experienced and qualified Mountain Leader * Technical equipment (ice axe, crampons and helmet) * Instruction in how to use the technical kit and how to stay safe in the winter mountains Not included in the price: * Food and drink throughout the weekend * Personal hiking kit * Personal travel insurance **To join this trip, simply RSVP and pay the £100 deposit. We will then be in contact with further trip information, kit list and request for final payment.** \*\*\* *Note: The weather and ground conditions will not be known until closer to the date and full winter conditions, whilst expected at this time of year, cannot be guaranteed. The trip will go ahead regardless of conditions (The only exception being if the prevailing weather is too dangerous e.g. Thunderstorms)* \*\*\* *All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)* ***Please be aware of our [Participation Statement](https://www.citymountaineering.com/participation-statement) and [Terms & Conditions](https://www.citymountaineering.com/terms-and-conditions) prior to joining***

***They*** *say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but they're wrong!* **[FoodCycle](https://foodcycle.org.uk/who-we-are/)**'s lovely volunteers use [unwanted food](https://cityharvest.org.uk/about-city-harvest) to produce three course, [meat-free recipe](https://foodcycle.org.uk/recipes/) (tell them you're vegan) **[community meals](https://foodcycle.org.uk/community-meals/)** across [England](https://foodcycle.org.uk/find-a-meal/), that are free to all. [FoodCycle Woolwich](https://foodcycle.org.uk/location/foodcycle-woolwich/) ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/XVEi9poq68YRxQX86)\|[video](https://youtu.be/5VEIsN1aCk4)) is every Friday (with rare exception; I'm notified by text), at **[Woolwich Common Community Centre](https://www.wccc.org.uk/)**'s accessible [main hall](https://www.wccc.org.uk/gallery?pgid=l3le3lp7-1daa7232-8086-4a0d-82cb-1c2a7887d105). I sometimes help the Hosting team, and have met a few other vegan [volunteers](https://volunteer.foodcycle.org.uk/opportunity/a1dQs000000fmvPIAQ), inc. chef and fellow [SE18 Vegans](https://www.facebook.com/groups/SE18Vegans) member John, who has a vegan daughter like me :-) P.S. You can bring food containers, in case of leftovers.

Ready to get outside? Our Friday morning Nordic Walk in Brockwell Park is back! At this moment we can meet with up to 30 people (of more than two households) to do outdoor exercise and walks. However, i like to keep our exercise groups small, so I have set the maximum participants at 12. For now this walk is for our experienced Nordic Walkers only, who already used to Nordic Walk with us regularly before Covid 19 kept us indoors, and who have their own Nordic Walking poles. As this session is outdoors, we will not ask you to wear a face mask, but we do ask you to keep 2 meters apart. Some of our walkers might be immune compromised or more at risk, so please help us keep everyone safe! Please do not come to the session and stay at home if: - you know you have been in contact - in the last 2 weeks- with someone with symptoms of possible Covid, or if you have been in contact with someone who tested positive. - you have any of the following symptoms: (new) Loss of smell/taste, Persistent cough, Fatigue, Loss of appetite, Skin rash, Hives, Fever, Severe muscle pain, Shortness of breath, Diarrhoea, Delirium, Abdominal pain, Chest pain, Hoarse voice, Eye soreness, Sore or painful throat, Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Dizziness or light headedness We meet by the Blackbird bakery in Herne Hill, between the station and the park. Session Price: £10 per session, £89 for a 10-session card or £70 unlimited sessions per month. Session cards and Pay Monthly can be used in any of our outdoor walks or indoor Zoom classes sessions (except for the Parkinson's sessions). Pay What Works: The price shown above is the “true” value of the session that best reflects the work I put into preparing and leading your session. However, I understand that not everyone can afford to pay full price, and I don’t want that to stop you from joining us. In an effort to find a balance between more financial accessibility and sustainable pricing, I now offer a “Pay What Works” model. This allows for financial flexibility while still valuing and respecting the work and energy I provide in creating and delivering these classes. Then send an email to ailien@fitandhappyoutdoors.com with the heading “INVOICE please”- followed by “FAHO 1” to pay full price as quoted below, “FAHO 2”, for 20% off, or “FAHO 3” for 50% off. Please do tell me if you want to pay for 10 sessions, or if you’d like to pay monthly. I prefer payment by bank transfer, but if that is not possible you could pay in cash. No cheques please, the queues by the banks are just too long. We walk in all safe weather conditions – if a walk is cancelled, we will contact you to let you know. Please check for text messages or Meetup messages before leaving home!

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43887 **Game Description:** Let’s make your Friday night all about Basketball and join us for this competitive and fun 4v4 Tournement this week !🏀👍💪 📍 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YpFycrq73anjx4Hn6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy 🚇 9-min walk from Leyton Tube (Central Line) 🅿️ Free Parking nearby (Lyttelton Road & surrounding streets) ⏰ Starts 8 PM sharp! Arrive 10 mins early to warm up so we can tip-off on time! ⸻ 🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT 🔥 ⏱️ 120 mins of non-stop hoops action 6️⃣team or 4️⃣teams tournaments depending on No. of sign-ups. 🏀 Double Round Robin + Play-Ins + Playoffs – every team plays everyone same amount of times before battling for the 1st place in a knock out style playoffs. 💪 High-energy workout 💥 🎶 Pump-up beats all night 🎵 📹 Game Highlights & Full Replays: https://youtu.be/8qyf28AjXa8?si=RxQwMr_Tsx2b4p6p 📽️ Live Stream shared in WhatsApp group 🎬 Personal Highlight Cuts available on request – DM Lu for details! 🏀Everyone welcomed however we would expect the intensity to be a bit more higher than our regular sessions. ⸻ 📲 HOW TO JOIN 📲 💬 Message Lu on WhatsApp: 07599047214 👥 Join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EtHAq8ycmea9EwtvgTsQPo 📅 See all future games: https://sportas.co.uk/organiser/east-london-evening-sessions/games ⸻ 🏆 EXTRA DETAILS 🏆 🙋‍♂️ Want to enter your own team instead of being assigned one? 📞 Get in touch with Lu directly on WhatsApp: 07599047214 👑 Champions-only Tournament: The winning team of each weekly OT Basketball 4v4 Champions League Tournament will be invited in the Ultimate OT Basketball 4v4 Tournament this December! ⸻ 🌟 COME HOOP WITH US! 🌟 🤝 Meet new teammates 💦 Get fit & have fun 💥 Competitive but friendly vibes 🏀 Be part of the OT Basketball Community Spots fill up fast – secure yours now! 🏃‍♂️💨 **Rules** For a 6 teams tournament: 🏀 Double Round Robin + Play-Ins + Playoffs – every team plays everyone twice before battling for the top spots! 🎯 Top 2 seeds go straight to the playoffs! ⚡ Play-in drama: 3rd–6th seeds fight for the last 2 spots! 🏆 Finals + Ranking Matches – every game counts! 📋 all teams follow a play 2 games rest 1 game schedule during group games. the matchup timetable will be shared with players on the day. For a 4 teams tournament: 🏀Each team play each other 6 times in total. 🥊1st seed vs 4th seed and 2nd vs 3rd seed playoff start and winners advance to the finals.

Weekly cycling club open to members of that club only. Membership enquiries to creativewellnesswon@outlook.com

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⛰️ A slice of the Kent countryside and passing through and by the Knole deer park, Knole House and Ightham Mote (pronounced "I-tam"). 🟠 **HIKE:** 📏20km (12.4 miles) 🏔️ Elev. Gain: 470m 💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) ✊ *Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a paced walk/hike (and not a stroll), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and [purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBhPWpdIMKq/?igsh=MWVjdnZrdGZwd3dmYw%3D%3D).* 🔄 Starts/Ends: **Sevenoaks Station** 📍 **Charing Cross Station** (near platforms display) ⌚Meet from 8:41am, our train departs at **9:04am** *[arrives at 9:36]. Return train estimate 4:29pm* 🚉🚗 All regular walks/hikes are free and you are welcome to purchase your own ticket/make your way to the destination station. It is best to purchase tickets on the day as an open return ideally with a Network Rail card or with a group discount. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🎟️ **If you would like me to help purchase your group ticket** (3+ must travel together). **On the condition you aim to arrive before the platform is announced.** 💳 [**PayPal Here (£11.10)**](https://paypal.me/mubasher001/11.10) *PLEASE MAKE SURE NO FEE IS CHARGED (Send as Friends & Family / otherwise ask for bank details).* Deadline: Friday: 9:01pm **Use your own meetup name as the reference/DM via meetup** *ℹ️ I cannot issue refunds once I've purchased your ticket.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Charing cross, on train, Sevenoaks station and Igtham Mote cafe. 🧎 Prayer: If you are praying, please have/keep wudu (make it within other breaks) and be prepared to join at short notice. 🎒 What to bring: appropriate clothing/shoes, packed lunch, water bottle (1.5-2L) & snacks to keep you going. 👕 Advisable to have layers. 🥾 Hiking boots recommended. 🧦 Hiking socks/double socks advised (reduces chance of blisters) 🔦 Headlight (winter) 📱 Fully charged mobile + portable charger 🔔 Emergency Whistle 🗂️ "No shows" for previous events may be moved to the waitlist to prioritise reliable attendees / new joiners - ***when there is a waiting list, priority is given by attendance records / new joiners.*** 📊 [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)] ⛑️ *Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.* 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)** *(Follow for latest events updates)* 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 Seven trees, or their ancestors, had stood in the town for centuries and had given Sevenoaks its name since perhaps 800AD. The trees surrounded one side of what is today a cricket ground called the Vine: it was thus named because the Archbishop of Canterbury had a vineyard there Back in October 1987, the broadcaster uttered the infamous words that there was no hurricane on its way to the country. Within hours the Great Storm wreaked havoc across the country. Kent was among the worst hit with Sevenoaks losing six of its seven oaks.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

#### Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster #### **Featuring Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** #### A lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom. Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank. They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income. And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic. This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable. **Featured Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** We’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event. John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has: * Been involved in **5,000+ real estate transactions** * Helped investors **acquire over $150 million in rental property** * **Raised more than $100 million** in private capital John didn’t start with family money or shortcuts. He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy. For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached. **What You’ll Learn** John will break down, in simple terms: * Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early on * Why buying more rentals isn’t always the answer * How investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the time * How properties can work together to eliminate debt faster * What changes once rentals become free and clear This approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course. John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios. **The Core Idea** When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job: **pay the bank.** When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job: **pay you.** Most people only see one timeline…30 years. This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear. **Who This Event Is For** This event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper. * Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable income * New investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping in * People with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term plan * Anyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing ones **Event Details** **Location:** Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 **Date & Time:** January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30) **Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required) **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in.