What we’re about
JOIN this Group for STUNNING GREEN £5 WALKS and HIKES IN LONDON and surrounding countryside and occasional seaside coastal areas. WALKS in COUNTRYSIDE, PARKS, alongside LAKES, CANALS, and RIVERS - ALWAYS ENDING IN A PUB.
ENJOY UNIQUE WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES IN LONDON.
STRENGHTEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Why pay more on other groups for inferior walks with no afterwalk socialising!!
NEW YEAR RESOLUTION? - MAKE IT YOUR GOAL IN 2025 TO GET OUT AND ABOUT MORE.
Discover & enjoy hidden places in London, the 'unknown' gems that make London such a fascinating and intriguing city.
If you like Fresh Air, Walking, Talking, Socialising, with Friends, then this is the group for you.
The aim of the group is to go on medium length walks and hikes around London's Green Spaces and Waterways, and the surrounding countryside and costal seaside towns. We aim to find some amazing places and sights off the beaten track and end up afterwards in a great pub!
From 01/01/25 each walk costs only £5 to attend.
Members holding the coveted KEN'S EVENTS CARD can attend all walks on this group for free!
THIS GROUP IS SPONSORED BY KEN'S EVENTS (over 24,000 members). Click here to find out more.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- GREEN £5 🌿🌲WALK - OLYMPIC PARK CIRCULARStratford Station - QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMIC PARK and WESTFIELD EXIT, London
PARKLAND, WOODLAND, MEADOWS, FOUNTAINS, RIVER, CANAL
WALK START POINT: Stratford Station (Central, Jubilee and Elizabeth Line). When you arrive at the station look for Ken with the 'KEN'S EVENTS/Meetup Badge/Sign.
WALK ROUTE: Circular walk around the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and surrounding waterways and woodland.
WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5 miles.
WALK END POINT: At a large pub close to Stratford Station (Central, Jubilee and Elizabeth Line,)
WALK STOP OUT POINT: Never far from several London bus routes.
Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.
ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
COST of EVENT:
All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!
The walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.FRESH AIR: Breathe some fresh air on a green walk. Improve your overall fitness levels, meet new people and make new friends. Walking is one of life's great social activities.
Social Event:
Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub. Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole friendly experience!Post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group. Only post photos of other members with their consent.
Please note that this is a joint event with Kens Events.
Click here to see who else is attending from Ken's Events.WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK?
For a list of future walks go to https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events
Instagram Page
Kenswalks
Twitter
@KenEvents
Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/KenseventsRAIN POLICY: Light rain is not usually a problem . If torrentail rain is forecast, we may postpone.
No large dogs and small children are allowed.
NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:
Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions.
Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk.
These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches.
In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route.
Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.Please note that this is a joint event with Ken's Events.
DISCLAIMER
All Ken's Events and events on this group are subject to the same disclaimer. Please click here
https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/
to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer applicable to both groups. - GREEN £5 SCENIC WALK 🌳🌿- WIMBLEDON PARK and COMMONWimbledon Park Station, Wimbledon SW19
LAKE, PARKLAND, WOODLANDS, GARDENS
A Green Walk through Wimbledon Park and Wimbledon Common.
WALK START: Wimbledon Park Underground Station (District Line - Zone 3). When you arrive at the start look for Ken with the Meetup/ 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign/Badge.
WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5 miles with some gradients.
WALK ROUTE: From Wimbledon Park station we walk through Wimbledon Park before heading through leafy streets of Wimbledon up to the Common and the Windmill, and then through the village en route to Wimbledon station.
WALK FINISH: Wimbledon Underground Station (District Line and National Rail - Zone 3).
WALK STOPOUT POINTS: There are no easy stopout points on this walk.
If walking and hiking is your thing, this is the event for you!!
Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.
ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
COST of EVENT:
All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility. Why pay more on other groups for overpriced walks with no afterwalk socialising!!
The walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.FRESH AIR: Breathe some fresh air on a green walk. Improve your overall fitness levels, meet new people and make new friends. Walking is one of life's great social activities.
Social Event:
Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub. Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole friendly experience!Post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group. Only post photos of other members with their consent.
Please note that this is a joint event with Kens Events.
Click here to see who else is attending from Ken's Events.WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK?
For a list of future walks go to https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events
Instagram Page
Kenswalks
Twitter
@KenEvents
Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/KenseventsRAIN POLICY: Light rain is not usually a problem . If torrentail rain is forecast, we may postpone.
No large dogs and small children are allowed.
NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:
Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions.
Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk.
These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches.
In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route.
Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.Please note that this is a joint event with Ken's Events.
DISCLAIMER
All Ken's Events and events on this group are subject to the same disclaimer. Please click here
https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/
to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer applicable to both groups. - GREEN £5 WALK 🌳🌲🌿 WIMBLEDON to WALLINGTONWimbledon Station, London
A GREEN WALK from Wimbledon Station primarily along the River Wandle to Carshalton and Wallington Station.
Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air and improve your overall fitness levels. Meet some new friends at the same time.
START POINT: Wimbledon Station - Zone 3.
WALK DISTANCE: Approx 6.5 miles.
WALK END POINT: Wallington Station - National Rail - Zone 5.
WALK STOP OUT POINT: Our route crosses various London bus routes.
- Walk will be at a good pace and continuous with few stops.
- It is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk.
- Only book a walk if you are sure you can attend! Walks will only be cancelled if there is very heavy rain!
If walking and hiking is your thing, this is the event for you!!
When you arrive at the station look for Ken with the 'KEN'S EVENTS/Meetup Badge/Sign.Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.
ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
COST of EVENT:
All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility.
This walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.If walking and hiking is your thing, this is the event for you!!
It is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk.
FRESH AIR: Breathe some fresh air on a green walk. Improve your overall fitness levels, meet new people and make new friends. Walking is one of life's great social activities.
Social Event:
Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub. Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole friendly experience!Post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group. Only post photos of other members with their consent.
Please note that this is a joint event with Kens Events.
Click here to see who else is attending from Ken's Events.WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK?
For a list of future walks go to https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events
Instagram Page
Kenswalks
Twitter
@KenEvents
Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/KenseventsRAIN POLICY: Light rain is not usually a problem . If torrentail rain is forecast, we may postpone.
No large dogs and small children are allowed.
NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:
Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions.
Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk.
These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches.
In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route.
Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.Please note that this is a joint event with Ken's Events.
DISCLAIMER
All Ken's Events and events on this group are subject to the same disclaimer. Please click here
https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/
to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer applicable to both groups. - STUNNING £5 🌳🌲🌿 💦WALK:- BREATHTAKING VIEWS of THAMES BARRIERPontoon Dock DLR station, London E16 2HP
THAMES RIVER, THAMES BARRIER PARK,DOCKS, BREATHTAKING VIEWS, HISTORIC BUILDINGS, FOOT TUNNEL, plus PUB SOCIALISING with CHEAP FOOD and DRINKS.
The main theme of today's walk is water.
Note that this walk may not be suitable for vertigo sufferers.
WALK START: Meet at PONTOON DOCK station (Zone 3 DLR City Airport branch). Use Jubilee line to Canning Town or National Rail to Woolwich Arsenal and change onto DLR for short hop to PONTOON DOCK.
WALK ROUTE: Starting at the Thames Barrier we continue past the site of the 1917 Silvertown explosion (heard as far as Southampton) around Royal Victoria Dock (the largest Royal Dock in east London opened 1855) taking in a modern inverted fink truss bridge allowing breath taking views, Royal Victoria Gardens, riverside path and Historic Woolwich Arsenal.
WALK FINISH: Finish at Woolwich Arsenal station (Zone 4 DLR & National Rail). To return to Central London either catch the DLR or National Rail or Elizabeth Line from Woolwich Arsenal stations.
STOPOUT POINT: Throughout the walk we will cross several London bus routes.
Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.
ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
COST of EVENT:
All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility.
This walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.If walking and hiking is your thing, this is the event for you!!
It is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk.
FRESH AIR: Breathe some fresh air on a green walk. Improve your overall fitness levels, meet new people and make new friends. Walking is one of life's great social activities.
Social Event:
Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub. Be sure to join us in the pub for the whole friendly experience!Post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group. Only post photos of other members with their consent.
Please note that this is a joint event with Kens Events.
Click here to see who else is attending from Ken's Events.WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK?
For a list of future walks go to https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events
Instagram Page
Kenswalks
Twitter
@KenEvents
Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/KenseventsRAIN POLICY: Light rain is not usually a problem . If torrentail rain is forecast, we may postpone.
No large dogs and small children are allowed.
NOTICE of RISKS applicable for all walks:
Please dress appropriately for weather and terrain conditions.
Only wear good sturdy shoes, with ankle support, and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and able to walk for at least 8 miles. This walk is suitable for the average experienced hill walker. Expect some hills. Do not attend this walk if you do not fit that description or if you have a medical condition (especially heart and/or lung conditions) that may impact upon your capability of completing the walk.
These walks are city walks and countryside walks where all the usual risks of injury during such walks apply resulting from interactions with road traffic, joggers, cyclists, e-scooters,other members of the public, animals (farm, domestic and wild), plants (allergic reactions), uneven surfaces, including portruding tree roots and potholes and there may be low overhanging branches.
In these walks we cross busy roads, use towpaths alongside water, bridlepaths, country lanes and sometimes ill defined paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Some tracks may be muddy and slippery, and conditions may be wet and icy. The walk leader is not and does not purport to be a professional guide, or a medical professional, but is instead a like minded individual who also enjoys hill walking and who is familiar with the intended route.
Do not attend this walk unless you accept and consent to the above risks. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.Please note that this is a joint event with Ken's Events.
DISCLAIMER
All Ken's Events and events on this group are subject to the same disclaimer. Please click here
https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/
to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer applicable to both groups.
