Small Boat Sailing

**Do you dream of seeing the northern lights? Join Backabush to hunt for the aurora borealis in Arctic Sweden!** Cost - £599. Nights - 4. Accommodation - comfortable en-suite twin share rooms (please enquire about single supplement option) The magical dance of the northern lights is a spectacular sight and a true bucket list experience. Over the next year aurora borealis activity should continue to be at its highest levels in over a decade as we are in a solar maximum, so now is the time to go and see this unique spectacle! Abisko National Park in [Swedish Lapland](https://www.swedishlapland.com/northern-lights/) is located about 150 miles north of the Arctic Circle and is a [dream destination for aurora seekers](https://www.swedishtouristassociation.com/northern-lights/) as it offers some of the best conditions in the world for northern lights watching. The unique climate of the area keeps the skies almost always clear, and light pollution is minimal. Our plan is to walk to the best nearby viewing areas each night to hunt for the aurora borealis, for example at the shore of the fantastic lake Torneträsk. There is also the option to book a night visit to the [Aurora Sky Station](https://auroraskystation.se/en/welcome-to-aurora-sky-station/) on one of the evenings, taking the chairlift up to its amazing viewing platform at 900m above sea level. During the day we will have the opportunity to explore more of the national park, hiking to nearby lakes and waterfalls (weather and snow conditions permitting). There are many other exciting winter activities available to book including snowshoeing, ice climbing, dog sledding, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and snowmobile tours. Come and join us on an amazing arctic adventure to the world's best place for the aurora borealis! **ACCOMMODATION:** We have secured comfortable en-suite twin share rooms at the wonderful STF Abisko Turiststation, at the heart of Abisko National Park. A delicious Swedish style buffet breakfast is included every day. Limited single room places may be available based on availability and room cost at the time of booking, please enquire. The accommodation has an on-site restaurant, bistro and convenience store and there are self-catering facilities available. There is also a grocery store 2km away. The on-site sauna is the perfect place to warm up and unwind after a day of exploring and our accommodation is perfectly placed for aurora hunting with many great viewing points nearby. **WHAT'S INCLUDED:** * 4 nights accommodation in comfortable en-suite twin share rooms (limited single supplement possible at extra cost - please enquire) * 4 breakfasts * Airport transfers * An itinerary of organised walks to view the northern lights each evening and to explore the national park during the day (weather and snow conditions permitting) * Access to on-site sauna * Self-catering facilities * Trip organiser * Financial protection in accordance with the Package Travel Law 1992 * **WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:** * Lunches and dinners (a restaurant, self catering facilities and convenience store are available on-site and there is also a grocery store 2km away) * Flights (see details below) * Optional activities * Travel insurance * Single supplement (please enquire) **RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS AND TRANSFERS:** Airport transfers (included) are timed to meet the below recommended connecting flights with [Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) ](https://www.flysas.com/gb-en/)to/from Kiruna: Outbound - Thursday 22 January: SK 1530 London Heathrow LHR 06:40 – Stockholm Arlanda ARN 10:05 SK 1042 Stockholm Arlanda ARN 11:55 – Kiruna KRN 13:35 Inbound - Monday 26 January: SK 1045 Kiruna KRN 14:15 – Stockholm Arlanda ARN 16:00 SK 1527 Stockholm Arlanda ARN 19:45 – London Heathrow LHR 21:20 It will be easy to break up your journey by spending a day or two in Stockholm or arrive in Kiruna earlier/leave later to extend your stay, and make your own way to/from the airport to meet the group. There is also an overnight train to Kiruna/Abisko available from/to Stockholm although tickets only go on sale closer to the date.

Join us for an epic game night filled with social fun and exciting tabletop games at Crystal Palace Board Gamers meet-up! Whether you're a fan of strategy, dice, card, or board games, there will be plenty of options for everyone to enjoy. This is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends, connect with fellow gamers, and immerse yourself in a night full of fun times and laughter. So grab your favorite game and come join us for an unforgettable gaming experience. Let the games begin! Feel free to join us by hitting that attend button below. **What to expect:** * We meet at the Anerley Arms (next to Anerley train station) from 7pm (there is food available at the bar) * If you do not have a game setup, you can arrive at any time. If you do have a game to set up we recommend getting there earlier. * It is a relaxed atmosphere, where we generally prioritize company over fierce competition. * Please bring along any games you think we might enjoy, or you can play from the games that others bring. * We split into a few groups based on people's game preferences and numbers, and usually have plenty of time to try a few games over the course of the evening. * The event hosts are regular attendees but might not make it to every event - if you can't spot us, then just approach the folks sitting at tables surrounded by board games (usually on left as you come in the door). We're a friendly bunch and will be more than happy to welcome you. (Please update your RSVP if it turns out you'll be unable to attend, to free up your space for others who may otherwise miss out!)

Please join us for our weekly run and social - a great (free!) way to meet new people! We meet at 7pm outside The Horatia ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/p1QnyurFQh3gywov6) and go to Highbury Fields together from there. We run 5km at an easy pace (about 6-7 mins per km), often 3 loops around Highbury Fields but we do change up the route from time to time. After the run, we will head to the Horatia pub for some drinks

Hello! We're Badger Badger: a pub, restaurant and board game café in Deptford, South East London, just 5 minutes on the train from London Bridge. We run Queer Board Games Social nights each and every Thursday, and would love for you to come down and get involved! There will be stickers for names & pronouns. We also run a first-come, first-served RPG alongside the socials, perfect for folks interested in exploring RPGs - come early to grab your seat! We have a library of over 600 board and card games with experts on hand to help you decide what to play, a cosy, low-pressure atmosphere and an awesome community coming down each week. What's more, we have a well-curated bar and a gorgeous Japanese fusion street food menu for you to enjoy while you play. Your ticket grants entry from 6.30 pm until we close at 11 pm - no stress on arrival time, we'll keep a seat for you! Entrance costs **£8.00 per person**, payable on arrival, or by [booking your ticket on our website.](https://badgerbadger.as.me/qbg-social)

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-51/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-51/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Suitable for:** Confident beginners **Key tools:** Marking tools, hand saws, chisels, hand planes **Project:** Flip-lid dovetail box **Details:** An absorbing weekend course for confident beginners and an enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this five-week course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass-backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well-proportioned flip-lidded box is constructed of European redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure- and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard-weary hands have been needing the skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well-equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Key skills:** * Measuring marking and cutting dovetail joints to make an accurate framed box. * Planing and shaping a hardwood lid to fit the softwood frame base. * Making and fitting a hardwood dowel joint to attach the frame base to the lid.

Introducing Social Meeples! A local board game club based in Thames Ditton. Been running since mid 2023, however new to meetup as would love to welcome more new faces to our club. We run every two weeks on a Thursday evening - Ye Olde Swan from 7pm. The evening starts at 7pm usually flows as follows: Start of the night as people arrive, general socialising & start off with a quick group game. Once this concludes, we break into multiple groups depending on game type, interest and complexity & the night rolls on from there, generally finishing by 10pm. Each week members are encouraged to bring along games they wish to play & we choose games from the selection available on the night. We find this is a great way to play new games. We are beginner friendly; with a run down on the rules of each game before we start.

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-6-mornings-3/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-6-mornings-3/) **⋆⋆⋆** Do you want to jump into making your own clothes but have never used a pattern? Do you wish to copy a beloved piece of clothing? Would you like to learn how to adjust your own pattern to fit just you? Learn how to take body measurements, read and alter a commercial pattern to fit, lay out and cut fabric and construct a finished garment to a high standard using one of our Janome 525s or Bernina 1008 series sewing machines. During the sessions of this small group of learners you will gain confidence and improve any sewing skills you already have. If you have never used a machine, we can guide you through making a simple garment from a purchased pattern. Bring your own pattern or use one of our small selection. If you have sewing experience but want to start creating your own patterns, you can learn how to create a bespoke piece of clothing. You can also bring a piece of clothing to alter or fix. We supply the basics and the calico you will use to make a ‘toile’ (an inexpensive mock up) to save you ruining your chosen final fabric. Along the way, talented tutor and seamstress will teach you lots of techniques and tips to ramp up your sewing passion. This is a perfect class if you have been teaching yourself so far, or if your last project was made a long time ago at school. **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners, enjoyable for those with experience. A good level of English and basic math skills are useful. **Next start date:** Check our website for more dates: [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/)

***PLEASE NOTE:*** *Signup for our events must be made through the London Sailing Club website, and not via Meetup - [click here to register](https://www.londonsailing.club/Events/Calendar/View?id=192). If you are not already a member of the club you will need to become a full or social member which you can do [by clicking here](https://www.londonsailing.club/Registration/Register?isSlotReAssignment=False).* **This trip sold out in November within days of being published, so we're doing it again in January!!** L**et’s do something a bit different! Fancy an epic long weekend taking in the Costa del Sol and north Coast of Morocco?** The fun begins after work on Friday 23rd January at Queensway Quay marina, a short 10-minute taxi ride from Gibraltar airport. Our long weekend will see us cross over to the shores of North Africa and back, spend some quality time on the Costa del Sol, returning to Gibraltar on the morning of Tuesday 27thth (with the possibility of leaving the boat in Spain on the Monday for those who need to). Exact route will be weather dependent. **Yacht** We’ve chartered a commercially coded and well maintained Bavaria 37 Cruiser with three double cabins, decent galley and onboard shower and toilet. The boat and charter company are well known to us. **Skipper** Nick Roffey is a commercially endorsed Yachtmaster Offshore, and this will be his 15th sailing trip this year. He is very familiar with this part of the world and enjoys showing people around. **Weather and Kit** Expect windy but warm, average temperature 18 degrees, 20kt winds, more swell than you would find in the Solent, but perfectly manageable. You will need waterproofs, but they can be provided by the charter company. If you have any questions about kit, just ask. **Cost** This is a non-commercial trip run on a shared-cost basis. The advertised cost is £285 per person based on 7 people. The boat can sleep 8, we would prefer 6, but let's see how many want to come. There might also be the option of a bigger boat, or more boats, so sign up and see. Any surplus will be returned at the end of the trip. The cost covers the yacht charter, fuel, marina/harbour fees, breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and soft drinks whilst onboard. It doesn’t cover pub visits or meals ashore, or flights. You will need to get yourself to and from Gibraltar. Full payment is requested upon sign-up to secure your place. Note that, because this trip is being advertised via the London Sailing Club’s platforms, anyone who is not already a full member of the Club (which costs £24 per year) will need to join prior to the start of the trip. London Sailing Club Terms and Conditions apply.

Whilst aperture and shutter priority mode are great for most shooting situations, you will at some point come across a lighting situation that will trick the camera into producing a result you didn’t intend. This is where you will find shooting in manual hugely beneficial to your photography. This small group, task based workshop has been designed to help you understand and practice what you learn. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * Expose for lighting that might fool your camera * Produce consistent results * Achieve a particular effect – depth of field/motion blur * Use metering mode * Create or eliminate silhouettes EXPERIENCE LEVEL * Beginners/refreshers EQUIPMENT * Any camera with manual mode * Any lens - a zoom will be useful * No tripod necessary TRAVEL * As usual check the TFL website for any interruptions that may delay your journey CONTACT * Alex 07956264049 UPCOMING EVENTS https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/calendar

Join us for a sociable boat trip and walk in London, starting at Embankment and ending at North Greenwich. Meet Thomas (the man wearing the brown hat in the photo) or Mark (who will be wearing an orange scarf) at the riverside exit to Embankment Tube station between 10am and 10:15am. We will walk down to Embankment Pier and buy our own tickets for the Uber Boats (formerly known as Thames Clippers) eastbound single journey to Woolwich Royal Arsenal Pier. The ticket needs to cover the Central & East zones. It costs £10.80 Oyster/Online/App or £15.40 if you buy at the pier's ticket office. The boat is scheduled to leave Embankment pier at 10:40am and to arrive at Woolwich Royal Arsenal pier at 11:40am. If you wish to join the boat at another pier you can meet us on the boat or when we arrive at Woolwich Royal Arsenal, but please make a note below. Boat timetable: [https://www.thamesclippers.com/plan-your-journey/timetable/weekend-eastbound](https://www.thamesclippers.com/plan-your-journey/timetable/weekend-eastbound) After arriving at Woolwich Royal Arsenal we will walk along the Thames Path towards the Thames Barrier and then towards the O2 Arena. This is a walk of about 6 miles so should last about 2h30 at an average pace. You may want to bring some snack food with you to eat on the boat or during the walk, as we will not arrive there until after 2pm and there may not be suitable stopping points for hot food or drinks along the route. After arriving you can join others for a meal or drink (or even a film) at the O2, or you can choose to return straight home from North Greenwich (Jubilee line), or if you want a longer walk you can continue walking along the Thames Path towards the Old Royal Naval College and return home from Greenwich. There is no meetup charge for this event - just pay for your own travel and food. There are different ways you can pay for the boat trip (eg: ticket office, using credit on your Oystercard, Uber app) - see: [https://www.thamesclippers.com/plan-your-journey/ticket-information](https://www.thamesclippers.com/plan-your-journey/ticket-information) If you decide not to come on the walk after putting your name down for it please change your reply. *** Members are responsible for their own health and safety. Please check the weather forecast and wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43725 **Game Description:** Come and play in a casual 6 aside game on a Sunday afternoon ⚽️ It’s a beautiful pitch with larger goals 😍 💦 Showers, changing rooms, water fountain and toilets available. Directions: 🚶‍♂️1 minute walk from Poplar DLR station 🚗 No designated car parking Rules \- Change keeper every 6 minutes \- Classic 6 aside rules \- No slide tackles\, play safe \- Respect everyone on the pitch

Time to get on tracks and get on an hour train journey to those gorgeous woods not too far from London near Farnham and Waverley. This is going to be a proper forestry hike just as we like them. Forest lovers, cinema and tv series fans, be aware... Filming location for blockbuster movies such as Robin Hood Prince of thieves, 3 Harry Potter movies, Thor, The Avengers, and another 40 more and counting or series such as the Witcher, these millennial forests such as Bourne Woods are simply a jewel of nature in the Southern part of England. If you like a walk in the woods, this is the one you want to join as we will be in the middle of the forest or the heath for most of the trip. The hike will be average, a few ups and downs but nothing too strenuous, it is about 10miles but I can make it longer if you wish as there are acres and acres of woods, if you wish we can even push to the ruins of Waverley Abbey before we make our way back to the station, our minds cleared by the fresh air of these magical woods. As always, we can grab a drink or some food afterwards, we are here to socialise in the nature after all and enjoy ourselves fully on a day out... DISTANCE: About 10 miles/15km ish DIFFICULTY: Medium, good for beginners or proper hikers alike TRAVEL: via Train (about 1 hour) PRICE: £17 via PayPal Less than £20 for the train on the day in cash or via Paypal The fee is only refundable up to 2 weeks before departure, you may transfer to another trip of the same price if you wish to cancel after that. INCLUDED: Guided hike A great time with lovely people NOT INCLUDED: Train(about £20 return) I will buy the tickets on the day and we will get a group discount of 35%, please bring some cash) Food Anything not mentioned above WHAT TO BRING: Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes, otherwise good trainers; Weather appropriate clothes, including waterproofs if there is a chance of rain; Water bottle; Packed lunch and snacks. MEETING POINT Waterloo station at [08.30](tel:0800)am ATTENTION: Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄 POLICIES: 1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection to any of our trips and this without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationality, people of all ages, sex and political believes and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group. 2: Our trips are only refundable up to 14 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else. 3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our side, you will be fully refunded. 4:In the eventuality that our trains are delayed, or cancelled which is out of my control, I do not pay for taxis or alternative route, if this happens, you will be able to claim delay repay from the train companies who will reimburse your train ticket and some eventual costs occurred. By signing up to my events, you agree to this and these conditions.

The award-winning Winter Lights returns to Canary Wharf in January for its tenth year! Canary Wharf will be transformed by over 10 spectacular installations, leaving the dark winter evenings aglow. The festival will follow the theme of 'DREAMSCAPE', taking visitors on a journey through surreal, ethereal, and uniquely human experiences. Jose and Andrew will guide you around the lights, and we will have some models for you to shoot with the light installations. Ideal equipment DSLR Camera or you can use a mobile phone if you want. Tripod (optional for long exposure shots) Lens - Wide-angle, portrait or zoom lens Duration - 2 hours; you can stay on longer as the lights get turned off at 10 pm. We will meet at 6.45 pm and start promptly at 7 pm; we will be walking to various locations around the area that are especially good for photography. Wrap up warm as it gets cold down by the water. Hashtags for the event #winterlights2026 #londonphotographygroup Instagram Jose - @portugueezer Andrew - @alalchan London Photography Group - @londonphotographygroup Location to be announced to registered participants. To avoid the new Meetup booking fees, you can send payment directly using our PayPal email [sales@chaplinmultimedia.co.uk.](http://sales@chaplinmultimedia.co.uk./) If you encounter any issues, please let us know. Please read our terms and conditions carefully before making a payment. https://blog.andrewlalchan.co.uk/shop/terms-conditions-for-photography-shoots-workshops/ About Winter Lights Winter Lights festival is the largest of its kind in London, transforming Canary Wharf with over 10 stunning installations, leaving the dark winter evenings aglow. It is free and runs from January 20th to January 31st.

Join us for a wonderful winter walk 🍁along the Thames tow path. Meeting at Kew Gardens station we will walk through the gardens of the national archive, and then turn into the Thames towpath walking east past Barnes, and on to Putney.
We will finish at the rocket pub by the river in Putney for food and drinks 🍹
• approximately 5 miles linear
Organizing a fee pay cash on - £5. Please wear waterproof sturdy footwear
Contact 07816 866300

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area! Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the building that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.

**TRY AN OLYMPIC SPORT IN A FUN, BEGINNER-FOCUSED CLINIC!** Enjoy 15 minutes of off-ice basics, 50 minutes learning to sweep and deliver stones, then play a couple of ends with your group. Afterward, join us in the warm room for broomstacking (socializing) with your teammates and opponents. Limited spots available. **What to wear:** Clean rubber soled tennis shoes (required), loose/stretchy clothing (no jeans), and warm layers - ice ranges 32-40 degrees F. ***\*\*\*\*\*Ski Club Membership required for this event!\*\*\*\*\**** [Home - Columbus Ski Club](https://www.columbusskiclub.org/) Once membership is established - follow below link to sign up for Curling: [Curling Clinic - Begin to Curl - Calendar - Columbus Ski Club](https://www.columbusskiclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=686961&item_id=2793520)

Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. **[Add to Calendar](https://www.evolvewomensnetwork.com/columbus-oh.html)** **What to Expect:** \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!