Weekend Road Trips

💙 Шотландская зима — это не время года, а иное измерение. Это мир, сотканный из хрустального воздуха, молчаливых снегов и легенд, что дремлют в окаменевших сердцах долин. 📝 День 1 – Четверг: 📍07:45 Встреча у отеля Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (рядом с Hammersmith Station) 📍12:30 — 15:30 Прибытие в Liverpool, Royal Albert Dock, Музей Битлз The Beatles Story, набережная Waterfront 📍15:30 — 20:00 Трансфер в Шотландию с остановкой в фермерском магазине-ресторане Tebay North 📍20:00 — 21:00 Прибытие в Glasgow, ужин 📍21:00 Отель The Artto Hotel, свободное время 📝 День 2 – Пятница: 📍08:00 — 09:00 Завтрак 📍09:00 Отправление по живописному маршруту с видами на заснеженные долины (через A9) 📍13:00 — 16:00 Парк Rothiemurchus и обед в уютном кафе, по желанию — катание на снегоступах, центр ездовых собак 📍16:30 Горнолыжная деревня Aviemore 📍16:45 Заселение в отель Coylumbridge Resort Hotel, свободное время для исследования горнолыжной деревушки 📝 День 3 – Суббота: 📍07:30 — 08:00 Завтрак 📍09:00 Отправление 📍10:00 — 16:00 Опционально — горнолыжный курорт “Cairngorm Mountain” в Glenmore (остановка у подножия). Горные лыжи, сноуборд или подъем на фуникулере Cairngorm Mountain Railway с панорамными видами на заснеженные плато Cairngorm. Альтернатива — отдых в отеле и в деревне Aviemore 📍17:00 Возвращение в отель Coylumbridge Resort Hotel, свободное время 📝 День 4 – Воскресенье: 📍08:00 — 09:00 Завтрак 📍09:00 Отправление 📍11:30 — 14:00 Заснеженная долина Glencoe и остановки для фото — смотровая площадка «Three Sisters», водопад Мельница (Dundee Milling Waterfall, обед в пабе Clachaig Inn) 📍14:00 — 16:00 Переезд к берегу озера Loch Lomond 📍16:00 — 16:30 Короткая остановка в деревне Luss и зимний закат 📍16:45 Заселение в отель Stirling Highland Hotel 📍17:00 Прощальный ужин в Шотландии 📝 День 5 – Понедельник: 📍8:00 — 09:00 Завтрак 📍09:00 — 12:00 Город ворот Высокогорья — Stirling, замок Stirling (от £11, бронируйте заранее) 📍12:00 Трансфер в Англию с остановками для отдыха и обеда 📍20:00 London, Hammersmith ✅ Включено в стоимость: ⚜️Аудиогид на русском ⚜️Тур-менеджер, говорящий на русском и английском языках ⚜️Транспорт, организация мероприятия ⚜️Профессиональный водитель с наградой RoSPA Gold ⚜️Администрация и помощь во время ⚜️НДС и все налоги, комиссия платежной системы (карта/банк/PayPal) ⚜️Размещение в номере с подселением Shared ❌Не включено: ❌Входные билеты: цены указаны в плане путешествия ❌Питание во время путешествия: индивидуальный выбор ❌Трансфер в место встречи и после завершения поездки ❌Остановки автобуса для посадки/высадки пассажиров по пути следования ❌Страховка в случае травм, потери багажа и личных вещей, отмены тура в последнюю минуту ❌Evebus Club – привилегии для участников программы, в том числе переносы броней без потерь ❌Гид-экскурсовод – вместо гида помощь водителя/тур-менеджера ❌Размещение в одноместном номере \*\*\* 🎒Что взять с собой: ☑️Воду/еду по желанию ☑️Ручную кладь до 10 кг: 40x25x20 см ☑️Фотокамеру и зарядку для телефона ☑️Мелочь для чаевых и отличное настроение ✳️Обо всем остальном мы позаботимся. Поэтому просто явитесь в указанное время и место и наслаждайтесь поездкой!

**Join us on *Discord* to keep updated!** **[(Click me! Online Offline Discord)](https://discord.gg/uuwybw93kj)** Meetup with a group for a nice stroll in Battersea park! Bring a coffee.. or grab one in the parks café after! This event is weekly! Get out and about in Battersea park with new people! This isn't a strict walk - however it should be a scenic, fun and enjoyable walk for people of all ages, sizes & abilities! If you're looking for something more energetic have a look at some of our other group exercise activities!

Let's go with the flow and do this amazing 8.5 mile circular walk in the stunning Sussex countryside taking in Hindhead and Gibbet Hill with the undoubted highlight a walk in and around the Devil's Punchbowl ! The Devil's Punchbowl is amazing being crater like and is a depression of sandy heath. Things to bring : packed lunch, water, snacks etc and waterproof jacket and walking shoes/boots/trainers. We shall buy group train tickets at 10am. Train : 10.30am that arrives at Haslemere at 11.21am. Train ticket: Return to Haslemere. Or you may decide to drive. You should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity and be able to walk 2.5 miles per hour. Likely train back from at 5.01pm that arrives in London at 5.52pm. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.

Your Indian adventure kicks off in vibrant Delhi, where history comes alive at Gandhi’s memorials and bustling bazaars whisk you away on a thrilling rickshaw ride. In Agra, the magic begins with a moonlit view of the Taj Mahal from the tranquil Mehtab Bagh — and the next morning delivers *the* ultimate “wow” moment: sunrise over the Taj, its white marble glowing in gold. Journeying to Jaipur, you’ll wander the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri before diving into the Pink City’s treasures: the majestic Amber Fort with its shimmering Mirror Palace, the breezy Palace of Winds with 953 windows, and the celestial marvels of Jantar Mantar. Then, it’s time to splash into Holi — India’s most colourful festival — before trading cityscapes for safaris in Ranthambore, where you’ll set out on thrilling jungle rides to spot tigers, crocs, and exotic birdlife. The adventure wraps up back in Delhi with a peaceful evening at the beautiful Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, leaving you with memories as vibrant as Holi itself. **25 Feb 2026\*\* depart UK\*\*** **26 Feb 2026-Day 1** – **Namaste - Welcome to Delhi** Check in at the hotel is 1400 so rooms may not be available to check in straight away, however you can leave your bags with reception. There are no planned activities today but there will be a welcome dinner in the evening. **27 Feb-Day 2 - Explore Delhi- Full day of sightseeing** After breakfast we will head out to explore Delhi and see some of the must see with our guide. We will visit Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk. After which we will enjoy a rickshaw ride in the busy bazaar. In the afternoon we will continue onto the Qutub Minar minaret and victory tower, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate (War Memorial Arch). Also drive past the President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings and Connaught Place shopping centre **28 Feb-Day 3 –** **Delhi to Agra for Stunning Mehtab Bagh Visit** After breakfast we will drive to Agra and on arrival you will be taken to Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden) to view the Taj Mahal for a full circle view back across the Yamuna river. **01 Mar-Day 4- Taj Mahal Sunrise, Fatehpur Sikri and travel onto Jaipur** We start the day with a magical Sunrise at the Taj Mahal. One of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at the architectural splendour of the Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan to enshrine the remains of his favourite wife. A true masterpiece that will wow you! After which we will continue our journey to the ‘Pink City’, Jaipur. On the way we will visit the historical site of Fatehpur Sikri. The city was founded in 1571 as the capital of the Mughal Empire by Emperor Akbar and remarkably well preserved with stunning architecture. **02 Mar-Day 5–** **Exploring Jaipur the Pink City** After breakfast in the hotel, we will visit the majestic Amber Fort housing the breath taking beautiful Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) accessed via the grand entry gate Ganesh Pol. Stunning architecture and stooped with history. Learn more about the history and enjoy the amazing views over the city. We will continue to Hawa Mahal one of the most important Landmarks in Jaipur (Palace of Winds) which has 953 windows where the Royal Rajput ladies used to watch the hustle and bustle of the city. Finishing our tour at The Jantar Mantar Observatory for an astronomical experience. **03 Mar- Day 6 – Jaipur free day** Today is a free day for you to spend at your leisure. Maybe explore one of the bustling bazaars or visit Birla Mandar or watch a movie at the iconic Raj Mandir. **04 Mar- Day 7 – Holi Celebrations and travel to Ranthambore** Today you will enjoy the Holi Celebrations and then drive to Ranthambhore later in the afternoon. \*\*\*Please note the itinerary in Jaipur may sometimes be done in a different order due to Holi- the guide will advise\*\*\* **05 Mar- Day 08 – Morning and Afternoon Tiger Spotting and Jungle Safari in Ranthambore** After breakfast we will proceed to Ranthambore National Park for a shared canter jungle safari to try and spot the rare Indian tigers along with other wildlife including deer, sambhars, peacocks’ crocodiles, parrots, and lots of different bird species of Ranthambhore National Park After lunch we return to Ranthambhore for another shared canter jungle safari for a second chance to spot the rare Indian tigers. (We had some great sightings on the last trip, so hopefully get to see them again). **06 Mar- Day 9 – Ranthambore to Delhi** Today, we will travel from Ranthambore to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, you will have some free time for last minute shopping at the local market and in the evening, we will visit the famous Gurdwara Bangla Sahib to attend the evening ceremony. **07 Mar 2026- Day 10 – Bid farewell to India** You will be transferred to the airport for your international flight home. You will be transferred to the airport for your international flight home The price of the tour is £1099.00 based on sharing a twin room guaranteed for all deposits paid by 01 July 2025. (Single supplement £329.00) (Please do not book your flights until we give the go ahead) Places will be limited, so reserve your place now to avoid disappointment. If you are interested in reserving a place, click the link below to pay your deposit of £250.00. (Deposits are only refundable if the trip gets cancelled due to government advice.)(Travel Insurance is mandatory for all our trips. Places will be limited so will be offered on a first come first serve basis on receipt of deposit. Please also ensure you have 6 months validity on your passport. A valid visa is required for India, and this must be obtained in the UK. You can obtain an e-visa online one month before travel and we will provide further instructions on this. Please ensure you have 6 months validity on your passport and at least 2 blank pages. Please click on below link to checkout the entry requirements for India [https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india/entry-requirements](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india/entry-requirements) Deposit link: https://buy.stripe.com/bJe8wP7fIcPh6RocJOaR32S What’s included: · Accommodation based on sharing a twin room at 4 star hotels with breakfast · Airport transfers, only if arriving on suggested flights · All sightseeing’s and excursions as mentioned in itinerary · Services of an English Speaking local guide · Entrance fees during the sightseeing · Rickshaw Ride in Old Delhi

JOIN US ON THE TATTERSHALL CASTLE BOAT MOORED ON THE THAMES NEAR EMBANKMENT 17.00 - 21.00 We have a space reserved for us and a chance to meet with others in a fabulous atmosphere ......overlooking the London Eye and other stunning London sights! Its informal There is a good menu to chose from if you fancy supper and plenty to drink...so come along and just enjoy the evening. We are between Embankment and Westminster on the river...looking over the river towards Waterloo and the Eye. We will be inside, down one flight of steps near the bar. Just ask or phone but the staff know who and where we are. Lits 07710217902 Dee 07976 069922

Join OutdoorLads popular weekly Thursday Bouldering evening at The Arch in Bermondsey. OutdoorLads London boulderers welcome all members of the LGBTQ+ community You'll be meeting with a supportive group of 5 to 10 plus boulderers who are always happy to introduce complete beginners or solve difficult bouldering problems with enthusiasts. We usually follow up with a pub visit. This event is for members of all levels of experience and all are welcome to come along to any of the sessions. Bouldering is a form of climbing where instead of long high routes, the 'problems', as they are referred to, tend to be shorter and focus on technique, balance, body positioning and sometimes power. Because of this different emphasis, bouldering doesn't have the hassle of climbing with ropes, harnesses and belaying, which makes the activities excellent for newcomers to the sport. If you're a seasoned climber you won't need convincing about the benefits of bouldering, but for those who've never climbed more than a staircase, the benefits are wide ranging: from the physical - improved strength, tone, balance, power and coordination; mental - problem solving, focus, concentration and body awareness; to the emotional - relaxation, a sense of achievement and a feeling that mind and body are working together perfectly ('feeling psyched'). On top of all this, bouldering tends to be a very social sport where you can hang out with mates and each have a go as you feel regardless of what level you climb at.

Canterbury is most famous for being the home of Christianity in Britain. This is the place where Augustine built the first cathedral after being sent to England from Rome. After a guided walk of the city, we visit the remains of St. Augustine’s Abbey, then you will have free time to explore the city for yourselves, visit the cathedral, walk the old city walls or try the Canterbury Tales museum.

**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

Come join other plant enthusiasts for a day trip to this flower market & a surprise rare plant shop. Lots of plant talk, beautiful plants and places. 10am - Meet outside the Birdcage pub at Columbia Road 12noon - Pub lunch to recharge before heading to... 1pm - a 20-minutes busride to a rare plants shop (revealed on the day) Feel free to drop in and join at any point in this session. You can bring a friend, just let me know. :-)

**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)

**Visiting photogenic Malta this weekend, the island of the Knights, a certainly underrated hidden gem, steeped with history and stunning architecture, offering all main sites within walking distance, a perfect short escape, welcoming spring and blue skies! Put your walking shows on, let's go!** **Come by your self and travel in a friendly group setting, enjoying going places all together, creating experiences, making memories, investing in a perfect way of enjoying your trip and time away! You may also choose to take some quality ' me' time and catch up later for dinner!** If you wish to bring your plus one, be in touch for the exact price if you share a room. **Indicative itinerary:** **Saturday, 28th February :** Arrive in the afternoon, in good time to discover the golden city of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with breathtaking views over turquoise waters! Home to the magnificent St John’s Co-Cathedral known for its opulent Baroque interior and Caravaggio’s biggest and only signed painting, the Grand Master's Palace and numerous cobblestoned streets with the famous colourful, enclosed wooden balconies, called *gallariji*, *Authentic Maltese food is an experience of a blend of Sicilian influences with an Arabic touch!* **Sunday, 1st March :** An optional half day trip to the centre of the island to visit the ancient, fortified city of **Mdina**, the "Silent City" and former capital of Malta and the nearby Rabat. Also, optional early evening short visit with traditional water taxi (dgħajsa) or the ferry from Valletta to the Three Cities: Birgu (Vittoriosa), Senglea (Isla), and Cospicua (Bormla).to explore the historic, narrow streets and fortifications of **Birgu**, which served as the Knights of Malta's first base, and visit the **Inquisitor's Palace** or Fort Saint Angelo. You may choose to stay for one more night, and enjoy at leasure the sunshine and this amazing island indeed, further arrangements can be made to stay in the same hotel room. ***Your investment of £ 209 includes:*** **-2 nights in a beautiful, contemporary well presented, centrally located, sea front 3\* hotel in a double room, for SINGLE OCCUPANCY (you have your own bedroom)** **-Rich breakfast buffet each morning with local specialties.** **-Organisation, hosting & meet-up fees.** **-Eleni escorting the group ensuring a smooth experience throughout** You may choose to stay longer and enjoy Malta at leisure, if you can have the time, you can also 'work from home' if you will. Your stay can be extended for as long as you prefer and stay in the same hotel room all the way, kindly be in touch for this option, further arrangements can be made. If you wish to *bring your plus one and share a room, be promptly in touch for the exact price.* ***PLEASE NOTE THAT FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE AND THEY ARE SUPER AFFORDABLE RIGHT NOW, BE QUICK!*** ***YOU NEED TO BOOK YOUR OWN FLIGHTS TO MALTA (the airport code is MLA)*** Recommended flights are with Ryanair or feel free to choose what suits you best. If you need assistance to book, please be in touch. **The trip is confirmed and is going ahead.** ***Check for* availability first with the organiser before you book flights.** By attending this meet-up trip you are fully responsible for your own safety. **YOU MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOUR OWN TRAVEL INSURANCE AND ENSURE YOUR PASSPORT ALLOWS TRAVEL TO MALTA** Time to be reminded how blue skies actually look like!

**Key Info:** • Distance: 12 miles (20km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 240m • Hiking time: 5.5 to 6 hours • Cost: £32 (includes guided hike + return train) • Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund. • Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub **Meeting Point** • Location: Waterloo station. Meet under the main central clock - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Waterloo.jpg) & [photo](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/WaterlooClock.jpg) of the clock • Time: Meet 8:30am, leave 8:50am for the 9:05am train • Return: 6:34pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) **Highlights** • Explore the romantic **ruins of Waverley Abbey** (founded in 1128) • Visit **Tilford village green** — a picture-postcard cricket green flanked by medieval bridges • See an **800-year-old oak tree** with an 8m girth • Step inside **Mother Ludlam’s Cave**, legendary home of the White Witch • Visit the **Bourne Woods filming location** used in Gladiator, Harry Potter, War Horse and 20+ other films • Follow woodland and riverside trails along the **River Wey** • Discover hidden gems near **Farnham**, a historic Georgian market town **Hike Description** Our journey begins in the Georgian market town of **Farnham**, with its history spanning nearly 1,000 years. From here we follow woodland trails to **Mother Ludlam’s Cave**, once said to be the home of the White Witch of Waverley. Passing the grand **Moor Park House**, we reach the evocative ruins of **Waverley Abbey**, England’s first Cistercian monastery founded in 1128, and the nearby **Waverley Abbey House**, set beside a tranquil lake. The trail then brings us to **Tilford village**, a picture-perfect English setting with a cricket pitch, riverside pub, and two medieval stone bridges across the **River Wey**. Continuing on, we pass an **800-year-old oak tree** of remarkable size and a nearby farm where pigs — and often piglets — can be seen in the fields. Next we enter the **Bourne Woods**, an enchanting mix of heathland and coniferous forest. Here we actually pass through **specific filming locations** used in *Gladiator, Robin Hood, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, War Horse* and more than 20 other films. Walking these paths, you’ll stand where legendary battle scenes and cinematic moments were filmed. We return to **Farnham** to complete the circuit, finishing a hike rich in history, folklore and cinematic scenery — a trail through time that captures the very best of Surrey’s countryside. **Guide:** • Leader: [LYUBAVA](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07883 405294 ️ **Food:** • Bring a packed lunch • Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional) **What to Bring** • Hiking boots/shoes • Water (2 litres minimum) • Packed lunch • Waterproofs (jacket and trousers) • Hat and gloves if cold • Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point ⚠️ **Safety** Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider ❓ **Want to Know More?** • [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”) • [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history) • [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries) **Explore More &** **Stay Connected** [Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) [Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics) **Terms and Conditions** By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf) © Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE

## Robertsbridge Walk: [Bodiam Castle](https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/bodiam-castle) ### Join Us for an Unforgettable Hiking Experience Join a pleasant 18 km walk through the beautiful High Weald countryside. Explore hills, forests, and orchards, and visit the majestic **[Bodiam Castle](https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/bodiam-castle)** to enjoy tea with spectacular views. Ideal for all levels, this excursion combines nature and history for a memorable day. **Event Details:** * **Meeting Time:** 8:30 am at [London Bridge station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/z9tQEutULw3N8Tpg8) by the Shard entrance ([Adjacent to Redwood Sports Pub & Kitchen](https://maps.app.goo.gl/z9tQEutULw3N8Tpg8)) * [Download Meeting Point Map (PDF)](https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/media/meetingpoint/meeting-time-london-bridge-station.pdf "Click here to download the Meeting Point Map") * **Starting Point:** [Robertsbridge](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EfhNq48EesrShTJ26) (circular route) at 10:05 am * **Total Distance:** 18 km (11 miles) * **Walk Duration:** Approximately 5 hours * **Total Duration:** At least 8 hours *(including trains, visits, and meals)* * **Difficulty Level:** 3 out of 10 **Price**: £12 (without transport) If you’d like to include train tickets, please book directly on our website: https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/bodiam-castle-walk.html Trails can be muddy after rain—waterproof boots recommended. Bring water, snacks/lunch, and layers. Suitable for most regular walkers. **Note:** Don’t worry if the attendee list looks small — we also sell tickets on other platforms and our website! Got questions? Call or text **Maria** at **07535 295739**.

**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.

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). The brewery has multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays, including [Ray Ray's Hog Pit](https://rayrayshogpit.com/franklinton), [Buck City Sammies](https://www.buckcitysammies.com/menu), and [Hai Poké](https://www.haipokefoodtruck.com/). The brewery also has (passable) drip coffee, free water, and Jeni's ice cream. You can also walk over to the [Land Grant Extension](https://callinyourbluffcoffee.com/) for "real" coffee. (You may have to stand in line, though. The Extension is popular.) You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.