Ski Touring

Step into the gas-lit streets of Victorian London and uncover the chilling story of Jack the Ripper. This evening walking tour takes you deep into Whitechapel, where one of history’s most notorious serial killers stalked his victims. Follow your expert guide as you: Visit the actual sites of the Ripper’s murders Explore hidden alleys and cobblestoned lanes Hear the true stories of the victims and the suspects See rare photographs and police reports Learn how the crimes shocked London — and the world Your guide will separate fact from fiction, using historical evidence and forensic insight to paint a vivid picture of life in East London in 1888. ⚠️ **IMPORTANT**: Attendance Confirmation Required To help us manage attendance, please complete the form below if you will be attending. You will only be added to the confirmed list once the form has been completed. **Confirm here:** https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO_ujT7S1q-3EiZgkxHfPxJGgG8CnlYNCrHqQkLPNXmEC4Gw/viewform?usp=header If you are unable to join, please just send us a message to let us know.

**Guaranteed Departure.** **All** **payments are FULLY PROTECTED by our insurance, as we are a fully licenced and insured tour operator.** Join us on an amazing / tour to explore the picturesque with a small group - max 5 participants only - including all transport in our dedicated 8 seat vehicle, photographic tuition including a set of Kase filters to use, and accommodation - your own room in a lovely house just for us! We'll be including **world-famous landscapes such as Durdle Door** and **Lulworth Cove** plus some infrequently visited gems such as two stunning Beech tree avenues, plus a picturesque castle so there'll be a variety of unique locations on offer. As a bonus - as if the incredible scenery isn't enough - the best filter company in the business, , is kindly providing multiple sets of their Pro filters so you can get the most out of this amazing workshop! (over £3,000 worth!) We'll also be keeping an eye on cloud cover at night to see if we can do any opportunistic astrophotography as well. Since we're staying so close to Durdle Door we'll have the opportunity to photograph this amazing natural arch at sunrise, during the day, at sunset, and at night! Full details, including terms & conditions, are available at: [UK Photo Tours - Jurassic Coast Workshop](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/photography-workshops/jurassic-coast-dorset-photo-tour) : **Day 1** \- Depart London\, Kingston Lacy Beech Avenue\, Durdle Door \(sunset\) **Day 2** \- Durdle Door \(sunrise \- viewpoint 1\)\, Lulworth Castle\, Kimmerage Bay\, or Portland Bill Lighthouse \(sunset \- depending on weather & tide levels\) **Day 3** \- Durdle Door \(sunrise \- viewpoint 2\)\, Lulworth Cove\, Durdle Door \(sunset\) **Day 4** \- Corfe Castle\, Old Harry Rocks\, Stair Hole **Day 5** \- Durdle Door \+ Man O'War Beach \(sunrise\)\, Moor Crichel Beech Avenue\, return to London\. : * Return transportion from London + throughout Dorset. * **Accommodation**: An entire house in West Lulworth just 5 minutes from Durdle Door. * Photographic tuition + Kase filter kits to borrow! : * Food & drink, travel & personal insurance. * Food options are an individual/group choice. We'll discuss evening meal options such as dining in or booking a pub or restaurant. : Own room + ensuite: £1195 (Sold Out!) Own room: £995 (2 available) Shared room: £750 (1 available) Full details, including terms & conditions, are available at: [UK Photo Tours - Jurassic Coast Workshop](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/photography-workshops/jurassic-coast-dorset-photo-tour/) : The best payment method is via our [website](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/shop/landscape-tours/jurassic-coast-photo-tour/). Or, £5 deposit via Meetup, and we'll send a balance payment link. An insurance certificate is sent that fully protects your payments. We look forward to seeing you there! Dion Hitchcock [UK Photo Tours](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/)

**Advanced booking is required** \- find out more on our website [https://www.silverfit.org.uk/ashburton](https://www.silverfit.org.uk/ashburton) **Meet Up is a means for promotion and *not a way to sign up* to this session.** **Venue:** Ashburton Park, Lower Addiscombe Rd, Croydon CR0 6RX, meet at Ashburton Hall. **When:** Wednesdays, meet at 9.15am for 9.30am start **Price:** £3 to pay in person on the day **If you need Nordic Walking poles provided by the instructor** For those who need to borrow poles it is essential that you sign up to the sessions beforehand so instructors know how many sets of poles they will need, this will help avoid any disappointment. Please turn up at least 20 minutes before the session so that everyone can catch up beforehand and enjoy a full session - especially those who need to be set up with poles. Nordic Walk instructors will not normally delay the session for latecomers. *** For more information about this session please email the Project Manager at - **info@silverfit.org.uk** Learn more about **Silverfit Charity** on our website [www.silverfit.org.uk](http://www.silverfit.org.uk/)

**Guaranteed Departure.** **All** **payments are FULLY PROTECTED by our insurance, as we are a fully licenced and insured tour operator.** Join us on an amazing / tour to explore the picturesque with a small group - max 5 participants only - including all transport in our dedicated 8 seat vehicle, photographic tuition including a set of Kase filters to use, and accommodation - your own room in a lovely house just for us! We'll be including **world-famous landscapes such as Durdle Door** and **Lulworth Cove** plus some infrequently visited gems such as two stunning Beech tree avenues, plus a picturesque castle so there'll be a variety of unique locations on offer. As a bonus - as if the incredible scenery isn't enough - the best filter company in the business, , is kindly providing multiple sets of their Pro filters so you can get the most out of this amazing workshop! (over £3,000 worth!) We'll also be keeping an eye on cloud cover at night to see if we can do any opportunistic astrophotography as well. Since we're staying so close to Durdle Door we'll have the opportunity to photograph this amazing natural arch at sunrise, during the day, at sunset, and at night! Full details, including terms & conditions, are available at: [UK Photo Tours - Jurassic Coast Workshop](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/photography-workshops/jurassic-coast-dorset-photo-tour) : **Day 1** \- Depart London\, Kingston Lacy Beech Avenue\, Durdle Door \(sunset\) **Day 2** \- Durdle Door \(sunrise \- viewpoint 1\)\, Lulworth Castle\, Kimmerage Bay\, or Portland Bill Lighthouse \(sunset \- depending on weather & tide levels\) **Day 3** \- Durdle Door \(sunrise \- viewpoint 2\)\, Lulworth Cove\, Durdle Door \(sunset\) **Day 4** \- Corfe Castle\, Old Harry Rocks\, Stair Hole **Day 5** \- Durdle Door \+ Man O'War Beach \(sunrise\)\, Moor Crichel Beech Avenue\, return to London\. : * Return transportion from London + throughout Dorset. * **Accommodation**: An entire house in West Lulworth just 5 minutes from Durdle Door. * Photographic tuition + Kase filter kits to borrow! : * Food & drink, travel & personal insurance. * Food options are an individual/group choice. We'll discuss evening meal options such as dining in or booking a pub or restaurant. : Own room + ensuite: £1195 (Sold Out!) Own room: £995 (2 available) Shared room: £750 (1 available) Full details, including terms & conditions, are available at: [UK Photo Tours - Jurassic Coast Workshop](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/photography-workshops/jurassic-coast-dorset-photo-tour/) : The best payment method is via our [website](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/shop/landscape-tours/jurassic-coast-photo-tour/). Or, £5 deposit via Meetup, and we'll send a balance payment link. An insurance certificate is sent that fully protects your payments. We look forward to seeing you there! Dion Hitchcock [UK Photo Tours](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com/)

Join us for our weekly Fems and Thems Climbing Social, a welcoming space for women and non-binary climbers to connect, climb, and have fun! Whether you're new to climbing or a seasoned pro, this social is all about building a supportive community and celebrating our shared love for the sport. This is a relaxed, no-pressure environment designed to help you enjoy climbing while meeting like-minded people. Open to all women and non-binary folks aged 18 and over. Cost: £16 regular peak time entry at Bethwall Climbing centre (£2 registration fee might apply) + £4 rental shoes (chalk is provided Come solo or bring a friend – everyone is welcome! Let’s climb, chat, and share some good vibes. We can’t wait to see you there! For any questions or accessibility inquiries, feel free to contact us in advance.

**Backabush is heading back to the Canary Islands to visit Tenerife!** Tenerife is the biggest island in the Canaries and has a wealth of amazing hikes to explore. Although the island is more famous for its resort holidays, Tenerife actually has some of the best hikes in the Canary Islands. These islands sit just off the coast of Africa and enjoy mild weather and sunshine throughout the winter months making them ideal for a hiking escape in March. FOR MORE INFO PLEASE VISIT: [https://www.meetup.com/backabush/events/306847359](https://www.meetup.com/backabush/events/306847359)

Step into the gas-lit streets of Victorian London and uncover the chilling story of Jack the Ripper. This evening walking tour takes you deep into Whitechapel, where one of history’s most notorious serial killers stalked his victims. Follow your expert guide as you: Visit the actual sites of the Ripper’s murders Explore hidden alleys and cobblestoned lanes Hear the true stories of the victims and the suspects See rare photographs and police reports Learn how the crimes shocked London — and the world Your guide will separate fact from fiction, using historical evidence and forensic insight to paint a vivid picture of life in East London in 1888. ⚠️ **IMPORTANT**: Attendance Confirmation Required To help us manage attendance, please complete the form below if you will be attending. You will only be added to the confirmed list once the form has been completed. **Confirm here:** https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO_ujT7S1q-3EiZgkxHfPxJGgG8CnlYNCrHqQkLPNXmEC4Gw/viewform?usp=header If you are unable to join, please just send us a message to let us know.

**This trip includes return travel on The Caledonian Sleeper Train from London to The Scottish Highlands!!** Join us for a weekend in **The Cairngorms National Park** to trek the **second highest mountain in The UK!** Winter provides a unique and very different mountain experience, with snow and ice transforming it into one of the UK's most majestic mountains. Please note that this is a tough trip involving a very long day out on the hills. A good level of fitness is a must, although no experience of hiking in winter conditions is necessary. 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 - A Full day of winter skills tuition will be provided prior to attempting the hike to the highest point in The UK 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 \*\*\* *No prior winter mountaineering experience is required (although you should have hiked in the UK mountains in another season before) and full instruction will be provided on the use of the equipment and the skills required to keep safe in the winter environment* \*\*\* **The Itinerary** **Friday evening**: Meet outside London Euston train station and board the Caledonian Sleeper train for an overnight journey to Aviemore **(A bed in a twin room)** **Saturday:** Meet you guide in Aviemore at 7:30am for breakfast and a trip briefing before journeying in the local area to the snow line for 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 Macdui. The specific route we take will depend on experience, ability and weather conditions. At the end of the day you will be transported to Aviemore for dinner ***Sunday evening:*** *Board The Caledonian Sleeper Train from Fort William for an overnight journey back to London (arrives London at 8am)* \*\*\* **Accommodation:** We will be staying in a local hotel/hostel (single-sex rooms) to ensure we are warm and comfortable in the evening. Your minimum kit list should be: * Base Layers * Fleece * Warm/Insulated Jacket * Hiking Trousers * Waterproof Jacket * Waterproof Trousers/Salopettes * Hat or Balaclava * Warm Ski Type Gloves/Mittens (A spare pair is also recommended in case one gets wet) * Warm Socks * Sturdy Hiking Boots * Ski Goggles * Sunglasses * Back Pack suitable for day hikes (30-35 litres) * Waterbottle and / or thermos flask * Head torch * Personal medication \*\*\* **Cost: The price for this weekend is £590** Included in the base price will be: * Bed in a single-sex twin room on The Caledonian Sleeper Train - return travel from London to Fort William * Transport and logistical support in Fort William/Ben Nevis region * 1-night hotel/hostel accommodation * Technical equipment required for winter hiking (ice axe, crampons and helmet) and lessons in how to use them. * Tuition and 2-days of guided hikes by a highly experienced and qualified Winter Mountain Leader including the ascent of Ben Nevis Excluded from the base price: * Your personal hiking kit * All food throughout the weekend * Use of gondola on non-Ben Nevis day if required * 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 (amount depends on whether you elect to use the Sleeper train, or not)** \*\*\* *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***

Hi all, cost & info below, A fun, fascinating 3 mile, 4.5mile or 6 mile option walk. People ask what our group is all about. I always say that this is the walk that has it all. It is is such a fabulous walk. The oldest surviving terraced houses in London from the 1600s, the magnificent eccentric man who burrowed under his home for 40 years, 30 ft deep and spalling out towards other roads and houses nearby! We also have a jaw dropper of a secret gem for the 4.5 & 6 mile walkers! Wonderful secret gardens, a place that became part of China, murals, a cake shop that created and designed Meghan and Harry's wedding cake with queues down the road, a wonderful, delightful African market, a woodland oasis in the middle of a town (pictured), a famous Victorian music hall singer, some wonderful Georgian squares and gorgeous Victorian shops, a walk through the beautiful London fields, the nearby area of Broadway Market (Market operates on Saturdays), a wonderful walk along Regents Canal with sharks in the water! We will be stopping for about 25 minutes about halfway through the walk with a choice of cafe and nearby eating places. Maybe visit the beautiful garden pictured above for drinks, snacks & toilets near Dalston Junction station. It's outside so maybe you will require warm clothing or simply visit another place nearby for the break. **WHERE TO MEET** **(Please allow 15 minutes to arrive before departure time)** Please meet outside the front Of Haggerston Overground Station (Please give lots of time to arrive as overground trains are not as frequent) Haggerston Overground Station (Highbury & Islington - Victoria Line) or (Whitechapel - District or Hammersmith and City) are the nearest mainline stations for connection routes. **COST** £10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day. There is no charge to RSVP beforehand on the Meetup event. Walks are normally 90% full before the day, so an early RSVP is advisable to avoid disappointment. **AFTER SOCIAL DRINKS/MEAL (For attendees of the walk only sorry)** Mother Kelly's Bethnal Green Taproom, 251 Paradise Row, London E2 9LE for 20 persons, selection of cheese boards, maet boards, allowed to order Pizza or Burgers from next door's restaurants too. 1 Railway Arch ∙ 22 Taps ∙ Craft Drinks ∙ 6 Huge Fridges **OTHER INFORMATION** Even though the meetup group will not be going there as a whole, there is an additional option at the end of the walk is to visit the strange Victorian but curious small museum by the Regents Canal 'The Victor Wynd Museum of Curiosity' It houses old, real shrunken heads, a human skeleton lying in a coffin, Elvis Presley's hair, Amy Winehouse and Kylie Minogue's poo (I said it was strange!), Dodo bones, two-headed kittens, the modern-day dandy about town 'Sebastian Horsley' who was nailed to a religious cross! It has a bar, cocktails (even 'absinthe' Vincent Van Gogh's choice of drink) and food. In darkened wonderful Victorian surroundings, busy at weekends. Then come and meet us in the pub after and let us know what you thought! It truely is a remarkable musuem **WALKING OPTIONS** 3 mile walk option - Starts at Haggerston Station and ends at Dalston Junction Overground Station, estimated end time 3.45pm (Please note no cake shop, music hall singer, gorgeous Victorian shops, London fields, Broadway Market or Regents Canal on this earlier end option) 4.5 mile walk option - Starts at Starts at Haggerston Station and ends at London Fields Overground Station, estimated end time 4.45pm (Please note no Broadway Market or Regents Canal on this earlier end option) 6 mile walk option - Starts at Haggerston Station and ends at Bethnal Green Underground Station **ABOUT OUR LONDON WALKS** It is a 15-year fascinating journey together to explore the whole of beautiful, enchanting Secret London. The only walking group in the World offering this unique experience! The individual walks have been created from an original route several miles in length (usually on average about 50 miles) where we have checked every nook and cranny, every hidden alleyway, lane, lost cobbled path, cul de sac, avenue, road or street in that area for you! It is then shortened, to give back to you a magical walk with all the best bits of 'Lovely London', voted the best City in the World for the 10th year running! What is given back to you is the most scenic, healthy walk (usually 3-6 miles in length) with some of the walks containing hidden cobbled lanes, lost shops, secret gems, areas lost in time, wonderful views, idyllic Instagram photo shots and all sorts! Now and then some brief local info is mentioned or something of historical importance along the way. You will have plenty of time to chat and meet new friends whilst walking the amazing lost areas of London! So we welcome you to the colourful highlights of this fascinating City of London with simply wonderful things to see! **TERMS AND CONDITIONS** PLEASE ensure ARRIVAL at least 15 minutes BEFORE the start of the walk, sorry no latecomers are accepted for whatever reason. Members attend the unique walks from our different meetup groups. IF LATE, SORRY WE ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE CALLS OR ANSWER EMAILS AS WELCOMING MEMBERS, LEADING THE WALK, AND CONCENTRATING ON THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH THE GROUP UP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. Part Tour - Medium pace walk from 'Visit England' Award-Winning Guide and our group featured in the National Press! Please Note: Some events, being a large attended meetup group will be an organised walk only, but members are very welcome to organise their own get-togethers after the event. You are required to be fit and healthy with appropriate footwear & clothing, responsible for meeting at the correct location, own safety and to not lose the group by viewing the organiser/making the organiser aware as much as possible, or follow/not lose sight of the person(s) from the same walk in front. We advise carrying water and some snacks. The organiser is also not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group or personally such as personal accidents, rail information, engineering works, cancellations, rail strikes or delays, heavy traffic, tours affected, weather, walk paths or routes closed, postcodes for car parks or for when we arrive back at the station, or anything else not mentioned! By joining the event you agree to all the terms and conditions. No Dogs allowed sorry We really look forward to welcoming you on the walks/tours for a wonderful, great, fun day!

This trip includes **return travel on The Caledonian Sleeper Train** from London to The Scottish Highlands!! Join us for a weekend in **The Cairngorms National Park** to trek the **second highest mountain in The UK!** This trip is suitable for anyone, regardless of winter hiking experience - A Full day of winter skills tuition will be provided prior to attempting the hike to the highest point in The UK. 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 - **Perfect training for aspirations of higher peaks around the world!** Winter provides a unique and very different mountain experience, with snow and ice transforming it into one of the UK's most majestic mountains. Please note that this is a tough trip involving a very long day out on the hills. A good level of fitness is a must, although no experience of hiking in winter conditions is necessary. 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. \*\*\* *No prior winter mountaineering experience is required (although you should have hiked in the UK mountains in another season before) and full instruction will be provided on the use of the equipment and the skills required to keep safe in the winter environment* \*\*\* **The Itinerary** **Friday evening**: Meet outside London Euston train station and board the Caledonian Sleeper train for an overnight journey to Aviemore **(A bed in a twin room)** **Saturday:** Meet you guide in Aviemore at 7:30am for breakfast and a trip briefing before journeying in the local area to the snow line for 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 Macdui. The specific route we take will depend on experience, ability and weather conditions. At the end of the day you will be transported to Aviemore for dinner ***Sunday evening:*** *Board The Caledonian Sleeper Train from Fort William for an overnight journey back to London (arrives London at 8am)* \*\*\* **Accommodation:** We will be staying in a local hotel/hostel (single-sex rooms) to ensure we are warm and comfortable in the evening. Your minimum kit list should be: * Base Layers * Fleece * Warm/Insulated Jacket * Hiking Trousers * Waterproof Jacket * Waterproof Trousers/Salopettes * Hat or Balaclava * Warm Ski Type Gloves/Mittens (A spare pair is also recommended in case one gets wet) * Warm Socks * Sturdy Hiking Boots * Ski Goggles * Sunglasses * Back Pack suitable for day hikes (30-35 litres) * Waterbottle and / or thermos flask * Head torch * Personal medication \*\*\* **Cost: The price for this weekend is £590** Included in the base price will be: * Bed in a single-sex twin room on The Caledonian Sleeper Train - return travel from London to Fort William * Transport and logistical support in Fort William/Ben Nevis region * 1-night hotel/hostel accommodation * Technical equipment required for winter hiking (ice axe, crampons and helmet) and lessons in how to use them. * Tuition and 2-days of guided hikes by a highly experienced and qualified Winter Mountain Leader including the ascent of Ben Nevis Excluded from the base price: * Your personal hiking kit * All food throughout the weekend * Use of gondola on non-Ben Nevis day if required * 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 (amount depends on whether you elect to use the Sleeper train, or not)** \*\*\* *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***

**Backabush is heading back to the Canary Islands to visit Tenerife!** Tenerife is the biggest island in the Canaries and has a wealth of amazing hikes to explore. Although the island is more famous for its resort holidays, Tenerife actually has some of the best hikes in the Canary Islands. These islands sit just off the coast of Africa and enjoy mild weather and sunshine throughout the winter months making them ideal for a hiking escape in March. FOR MORE INFO PLEASE VISIT: [https://www.meetup.com/backabush/events/306847359](https://www.meetup.com/backabush/events/306847359)

**TRIP FULL and at maximum capacity** If you've missed out we have a final few spaces remaining on our Cadair Idris trip in April: https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/310082332/ If by the time you read this that trip is also full, then you can see all of our weekend trips here: https://outdooraholics.co.uk/weekendtriplist.pdf Leave mainland England behind and sail across the Solent to the **Isle of Wight — England’s largest island —** with a noticeably milder microclimate. The island averages nearly 5 hours of sunshine a day, and its chalk cliffs, sweeping downs and sea views have drawn visitors since Roman times. Queen Victoria loved it so much she built Osborne House here and spent over half a century visiting. We’ll show you the island’s **greatest coastal scenery**, including elevated **chalk ridges with panoramic sea views** and **the iconic Needles**. ** Key Info** • ** Nights:** 2 (Fri-Sun) **• Cost:** £162 **• Difficulty:** **[Beginner/Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)** (2 hikes 4–5.5 hrs each) **• ️ Meals Included:** All breakfasts, all packed lunches, Sat dinner, Sat cream tea **•** **Public-transport viable**, both hikes start and finish at the hostel ** Trip Highlights** • Explore England’s largest island with two guided coastal hikes • Enjoy a milder microclimate and around 5 hours’ sunshine/day • Walk the white-cliff coastline and ridge of **Tennyson Down** • See the famous **Needles chalk stacks** and multi-coloured **Alum Bay cliffs** • Explore beaches, downs and pretty villages of the **west Wight AONB** • Discover why this walking paradise has 500+ miles of footpaths and hosts England’s largest walking festival • Fully catered weekend including **Saturday dinner** (plus our signature post-hike cream tea) Taster video - [LINK](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdSggnHRTIU) ** Trip Description** The Isle of Wight is a true gem — compact yet full of variety, with 60 miles of coastline ranging from sheltered bays to dramatic chalk cliffs. It became an island around 7,000 years ago when rising seas cut it off from mainland Britain, leaving a place that feels close yet distinctly different. The adventure begins with **a ferry crossing over the Solent**, giving us wide sea views before we arrive on the island. A defining feature is the chalk ridge that runs like a backbone from east to west. From its high points you can enjoy twin views: one side dropping to white cliffs and open sea, the other stretching across rolling downs. Beneath your boots, the geology shifts — chalk, greensand, clay, limestone, and sandstone — supporting rich habitats. The Isle of Wight is **one of the last British refuges of the red squirrel** and home to **43 butterfly species**. We stay in an exclusively hired **Edwardian hostel** on the quieter western side, an **Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty**. Hikes start right from the hostel, taking in flora-filled downs, secluded coves, and pretty villages. Nicknamed “Dinosaur Isle”, the island has yielded **fossils from over 20 dinosaur species** and **more than 240 Bronze Age burial mounds**. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert built Osborne House here, spending over 50 years enjoying its mild climate. The poet Lord Tennyson also lived here, inspired by the views that now bear his name. Across the weekend, we’ll walk **peaceful coastal trails**, enjoy **sweeping cliff-top panoramas**, explore **quaint harbour towns**, and discover the island’s unique blend of sea, scenery, and history. ** Itinerary** **Friday – Arrival** Travel from London by **train to Lymington**, short **ferry to Yarmouth**, then a brief l**ocal bus** to our exclusively hired Edwardian hostel at **Totland Bay**. Settle in, have a drink and get to know the group. Driving? Several car-ferry routes serve the island, and the hostel has private off-road parking. **Saturday – Freshwater and Yarmouth coastal town** • Distance: 16km (10 miles) • Grading: **[Beginner](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)** • Ascent: 185m • Hiking time: 4.5 – 5.5 hours We begin hiking to **Freshwater Bay**, a beautiful curve of beach framed by white chalk cliffs, before following a gentle but rewarding loop. The trail takes us through leafy woodland and across a nature reserve alive with coastal birdlife. We’ll follow quiet paths to the **harbour town of Yarmouth**, with its cobbled streets, pretty waterfront, and historic pier — perfect for a short break to soak up the atmosphere. From here, we make our way back along scenic coastal stretches and open fields to the hostel, where freshly prepared cream teas followed by our group dinner await. **Sunday – The Needles and Tennyson Down circular** • Distance: 13km (8 miles) • Grading: **[Beginner/Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)** \- a few hills\, but fairly short • Ascent: 325m • Hiking time: 4 – 5 hours Sunday’s hike is the showpiece — arguably the finest walking route on the island. We climb gently onto the elevated **chalk ridge of Tennyson Down**, where panoramic sea views open up in both directions. As we follow the ridge, the landscape narrows towards the island’s most famous landmark: **The Needles**, a dramatic line of chalk stacks rising from the sea. Every turn feels like the next postcard-perfect view. On the return, we keep high above the coast, passing windswept grasslands and open downs, before descending back to the hostel for our farewell. Typical finish time at the hostel: **13:45–14:45**. This marks the end of the organised trip. ** Transport, Accommodation & Start Time** • The trip begins and ends at YHA Totland • Arrival is from **7pm** – no access before this time • Accessible by car or by train and ferry, with a short bus or taxi transfer. For car sharing - **[Lift share discussion](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1d6jL8c9DA9XBAd70RF3p8ysv-WcdWL61shOcE5sEkYk/)** • Accommodation: 2 nights in single gender hostel rooms (4–6 beds) **For anyone taking the ferry:** **[Train](https://www.thetrainline.com/book/results?journeySearchType=single&origin=urn%3Atrainline%3Ageneric%3Aloc%3A182gb&destination=urn%3Atrainline%3Ageneric%3Aloc%3ALYP5892gb&outwardDate=2026-02-27T18%3A30%3A18&outwardDateType=arriveBefore&selectedTab=train&splitSave=true&lang=en-us&transportModes%5B%5D=mixed&dpiCookieId=YI238FPWQ2QGP7AHYTSHM6NDL&partnershipType=accommodation&partnershipSelection=false&selectedOutward=rDCWVILvIGk%3D%3AZuKl%2FLgbNCw%3D)**[ ](https://www.thetrainline.com/book/results?journeySearchType=single&origin=urn%3Atrainline%3Ageneric%3Aloc%3A182gb&destination=urn%3Atrainline%3Ageneric%3Aloc%3ALYP5892gb&outwardDate=2026-02-27T18%3A30%3A18&outwardDateType=arriveBefore&selectedTab=train&splitSave=true&lang=en-us&transportModes%5B%5D=mixed&dpiCookieId=YI238FPWQ2QGP7AHYTSHM6NDL&partnershipType=accommodation&partnershipSelection=false&selectedOutward=rDCWVILvIGk%3D%3AZuKl%2FLgbNCw%3D)from **London Waterloo** to **Lymington Pier** Then take the **[Wightlink ferry](https://www.wightlink.co.uk/)** from **Lymington to Yarmouth** Walk a few minutes to **Yarmouth Bus Station** and take the **[Number 7 bus](https://www.islandbuses.info/directions?origin%5Bname%5D=Yarmouth+Bus+Station&origin%5Blocation%5D%5Blat%5D=50.705229&origin%5Blocation%5D%5Blon%5D=-1.501534&destination%5Bname%5D=Totland%2C+War+Memorial+%28S-bound%29&destination%5Blocation%5D%5Blat%5D=50.680375&destination%5Blocation%5D%5Blon%5D=-1.540261&time%5Bwhen%5D=leave&time%5Bdate%5D=2026-02-27&time%5Btime%5D=18%3A48)** to **Totland**, getting off at **[Totland War Memorial](https://www.google.com/maps/place/War+Memorial/@50.6804599,-1.5429464,17z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sTotland+War+memorial+bus+stop!3m6!1s0x487381c546446b7b:0x4f809b01d4ea1bfe!8m2!3d50.680367!4d-1.540252!15sCh1Ub3RsYW5kIFdhciBtZW1vcmlhbCBidXMgc3RvcJIBCGJ1c19zdG9w4AEA!16s%2Fg%2F1tfdy9c2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3M0gBUAM%3D)**. It’s then a **[7-minute walk](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/War+Memorial,+Totland+Bay+PO39+0BL/Youth+Hostel+Totland,+Hurst+Hill,+Totland+Bay+PO39+0HD/@50.6788285,-1.5436711,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x487381c547573e83:0x6285907c262ec294!2m2!1d-1.540491!2d50.680546!1m5!1m1!1s0x487381dba7b27af5:0xe7dd3347d1087cca!2m2!1d-1.541744!2d50.677111!3e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3M0gBUAM%3D)** to the hostel. **️ Food - All meals are included:** **• Breakfast** **(Sat & Sun):** typically cereal, porridge with fresh fruit, berries, nuts and seeds, fresh fruit salad, free range eggs, yogurt, toast and coffees, teas etc. • **Packed lunches** **(Sat & Sun):** fruit, crisps, cereal bars and a range of options to make your own sandwiches typically tomatoes, cucumber, houmous, peanut butter, honey, jam, ham, cheese and salami. • **Dinner (Sat)** • **Afternoon cream tea** **(Sat):** Scones, jam Meals are meat-based with vegetarian alternatives. ** Cost & Booking** • **£162** total. Click **“Attend”** to pay the **£30 deposit** by PayPal • Remainder due **within 3 days** by bank transfer - we'll email details • Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out, fully paid spaces may be advertised to the same gender (see **[FAQ](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)**) **✅ Price Includes** • 2 nights hostel accommodation • Breakfast on Saturday & Sunday • Packed lunches on Saturday & Sunday • Dinner on Saturday night • Saturday cream tea • Experienced trip host for the duration of the weekend • 2 guided hikes with a trained hike leader • Full financial protection under the 2018 Package Travel Regulations **❌ Price Excludes** • Transport to and from the trip **❓ Want to Know More?** • [New to Our UK Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_uk_weekends.pdf) – Perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect” • [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) – Who Outdooraholics are, about us & history • ❓ [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) – Answers to the most common queries ** Travel Note** Rail/ferry disruption is rare but outside our control; in such cases, participants would need to make their own arrangements to reach the accommodation. ** Explore More & Stay Connected** [UK weekend trips list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/weekendtriplist.pdf) [Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) **⚠️ Safety** Your guide is a trained hike leader. As with all outdoor activities, hiking carries some inherent risk. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and clothes – including warm layers, waterproof jacket and trousers. See: **[Clothing tips](https://www.londonhiking.co.uk/Equipment.pdf)**. ** [Terms & Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf)** By signing up or attending you agree to these © Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE

[Social Softball 2026 - Calendar - Columbus Ski Club](https://www.columbusskiclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=686961&item_id=2871538&actr=3) CSC Softball is a competitive but friendly co-ed league. This is CSC’s largest activity with over 200 participants. Each team typically consists of 6 men and 6 women players. Some teams also have a Non-Playing Assistant (NPA) who helps keep score and organize cookouts. **2026 Regular Season:** Thursdays April 30th - July 30th 6:15pm/7:15pm \*No games the week of July 4th\* **End of Season Tournament:** August 8th-August 9th (All Day) \*5 Game Min., 7 Game Max\* **Location:** Anheuser Busch Fields 4990 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43214 **Ratings Clinic:** March 14th or March 21st 10:30am - 11:30am @ Busch Fields \*All New Players must attend 1 of the clinics\* **Team Accouncements:** April 3rd 6:00pm @ Coaches Bar & Grill **Team Practice Dates:** April 16th & April 23rd **Fees:** Coach/Player - $72 Sponsor - $310 Non Playing Assistant/Party Coordinator/Base Coach - $25

**Summary** For this event, we will do the [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at [The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/), a ten-thousand acre conservation center in Muskingum County. It is the largest such center in North America and one of the largest in the entire world. During this tour, we'll visit The Wilds' rhino herd in their state-of-the-art heated barns and learn how The Wilds' animal management team takes care of one of the largest herds of rhinos outside of Africa and Asia. **The date and time of this tour** We will be doing the 1:00 p.m. [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) on Saturday, February 28. The tour is scheduled to last 90 minutes. **What you need to do to attend** Signing up here on Meetup will not get you into The Wilds for the tour. You must go out to The Wilds' [website](https://www.thewilds.org/) and [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour). Please [purchase your ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour), then sign up here on Meetup so I know how many to expect. **Attendance cap** There are only eight total slots/tickets available for this tour. As I obviously have already bought one of the tickets, that leaves seven spaces for everyone else. If you are interested in this event, I urge you to [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at The Wilds' website as soon as possible. Since their website is obviously public, nothing prevents other people having nothing to do with *GOhio!* from buying their own tickets, thereby potentially taking an available slot away from you. **Additional notes on attendance** I have now run several events at The Wilds. While the location of The Wilds and the pricing of the tickets generally leads to small turnouts, the people who have gone have all enjoyed it and were glad they went. If you've never been to The Wilds and you like zoos or animals at all, you are likely to find any tour at The Wilds to be a rewarding experience. **Tickets and pricing** [Tickets](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) for this tour are $95, or $76 if you're a Wilds' member. I've posted screen shots, below, to help you be sure you're buying tickets for the correct event. Wilds' memberships pay for themselves if you go to The Wilds at least twice a year, and [Columbus Zoo members](https://www.columbuszoo.org/membership) get a discount on memberships to The Wilds. I will always run at least two events a year at The Wilds. Tickets for all Wilds' tours must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the actual tour. **Cancellations and refunds** Per The Wilds' [Cancellation Policy](https://www.thewilds.org/policies): *In order to be eligible for refund and accrue no rescheduling fees, cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance of reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of reservation will not receive a refund.* You may [contact The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/contact) at (740) 638-5030 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or you can email them at information@thewilds.org. **Waiver of liability** After you purchase your ticket, you will likely be asked to fill out a waiver of liability. This is a very short document and should take you no more than two minutes to complete. **Where we'll meet** We will meet at The Wilds, whose actual address is [14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732](https://www.google.com/maps/place/14000+International+Rd,+Cumberland,+OH+43732/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837dae07a595557:0xa1ceca93325a8bd1?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Please try to be there by 12:30 p.m. For most Wilds' tours, a shuttle bus will take you to the actual spot of the tour. So think of this as though you're going to the airport to catch a flight. It helps to be on time. The Wilds generally asks that people arrive at least thirty minutes because the scheduled start time of their tour. **GPS / Getting to The Wilds** The Wilds is in a very rural area, but I've never had a problem getting there with my GPS (I have Verizon). I've also uploaded a JPG map, below, of Muskingum County. Sometimes, though, it's hard to get a signal when you're at The Wilds and getting ready to leave. So you might want to consider downloading an offline map in Google Maps. Your cell phone should pick up a signal, however, within a few minutes after you leave. The Wilds' Visitor Center does have free Wi-Fi. **Carpooling?** If you want to carpool, I recommend discussing this in the comments, below, to this event. While I don't myself carpool, I will do what I can to help you arrange something if I can. **The weather** Dress for the weather. Just because the barn is heated doesn't mean it will be warm. And wear closed-toed shoes. Wilds' tours typically run no matter what the weather is. **After the tour** Once we're done with the rhinos, we'll head over to the very highly rated [Y-Bridge Brewing Company](https://ybridgebrewing.com/). The brewery is about thirty minutes from The Wilds, and it will be on the way back to Columbus for most, if not all, of us. The brewery's actual address is [1417 Linden Ave Ste D, Zanesville, OH 43701](https://www.google.com/maps/place/1417+Linden+Ave+d,+Zanesville,+OH+43701/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837edd6cc50824f:0xe3a0af1ccb2aefbf?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Y-Bridge Brewing does not serve food; however, they have several [food options](https://ybridgebrewing.com/food-options). I encourage you to check these out ahead of time on their website for yourself. However, here are a few of them: *Within walking distance -- 120 feet away* * [Angry Bull Saloon](https://www.facebook.com/AngryBullSaloonZanesville/) (pizza & subs) * The Corner Pub Sports Bar and Grill (classic bar food) *Delivery options -- [Door Dash](https://www.doordash.com/)* * [4 Star Pizza](https://fourstarpizza.com/), (740) 452-9300 * [Donatos](https://www.donatos.com/), (740) 452-7900 * [Pizza Cottage](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/), (740) 455-6000 * [Dominos](https://www.dominos.com/), (740) 455-3126 * [Papa John's](https://www.papajohns.com/), (740) 450-4100 If you live in the area or can't make The Wilds but still want to meet us at the brewery, that's fine too.

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