Hobby Groups London

♫ Musical Walk: From Beatles House To Soho Britpop With Tunes & Drinks

If you love music and fun infused popular culture walks then this will be right up your street! Led by a life long passionate music fan, radio & club DJ, ex Journalist and Musicologist (me!)- we will walk hidden historic musical streets littered with musical fame and showbiz to uncover **A Day in the Life** of the Beatles in London... Yep - we're talkin about those four scousers who wrote and recorded some of the greatest songs ever conjured. During this epic **Revolution**ary 7 mile British musical adventure through the heart of London - we''ll discover "memories longer than the roads that stretch out ahead" as we visit key monumental landmarks that encapsulated their time in London including that world famous iconic zebra crossing! Of course I share interesting stories as we relive and hear some of those 227 **Magical Mystery** songs (get your track requests in!) as we take that trip down musical memory lane. Ironically the tour will commence at the site of their last ever official live performance. We'll then take **The** **Long And Winding Road** down to John's residence, the gallery where he met Yoko, the church where Paul married Linda, the recording studio where **Hey Jude** was recorded, pass Ringo's townhouse where Jimi Hendrix lived and **Eleanor Rigby** was composed and glimpise George Harrison's favourite Indian restaurant in Soho. Later - with a **Little Help From Our Friend** Gerry Rafferty - we'll pass Baker Street **-** home to the original Apple records and expereince landmarks where films like **Hard Day's Night** were shot. Then we''ll swiftly take a relaxing walk passing Lord's cricket ground to those world famous Abbey Road studios where their last few albums were recorded including the ground breaking experimental White LP. On to Paul's house - we'll pass the **Helter Skelter** cafe + lots more! And for fellow dedicated followers of fashion (yeah I know it's a song from a rival l band!) - we'll pop into Stella McCartney's fashion boutique to see if she has any **Sgt Peppers Lonely Heart Clubs** uniforms in stock... To maximise interactive engagement, fun and music love, I'll dish out random trivia questions (e.g which Beatles song was transmitted by NASA to star system Polaris to initiate alien contact?), jokes and take **song requests** on the way play a few **From Me To You** at key monuments! Lastly we'll learn the history, meaning and inspiration behind those 227 puzzling **Rock and Roll Music** songs. And if you want to know what a particular song/lyrics was about/meaning - just ask! Don't worry - no paid **Ticket To Ride** needed to aboard this musical escapade - like all our events - attendance is 100% free - as long as you are genuinely passionate about music (preferably like Beatles music!) **Medium to Fast Paced Walk / Fitness Test** Accept for stops at key monuments, this will be a non stop continuous **7 mile** "hike" at a **medium to fast pace** so it's advisable to wear trainers/something comfortable though an **Old Brown Shoe** will suffice as well. Unfortunately, given the large distance that will be covered in a relatively short time frame (2.5 hours) - if you are a slow walker/impaired or not very fit- this event might not be appropriate for you. A quick basic fitness test would be - can you easily run 10 meters fast without any issues? Lastly - **I Don't Want To Spoil The Party** but the no go decision is obviously weather dependent so let's hope it turns out to be a **Good Day Sunshine**. If any significant or prolonged **Rain** is forecast then we will postpone to a future date. The tour will end in Soho - Central London **The Fool On The Hill** Lucas

🌕Rare UK Solar Eclipse & Meteor shower | Wine | Stargazing With Telescopes 🚀

🌌Ever look up and marvel with insatiable curiosity at the beauty and wonder of the **universe?** That wild sobering thought that somewhere in the chaos of creation - the emergence of life - the universe became **conscious** enough to look back in time and not just ask the existential questions, but try to answer them. And now, in our own small moment of cosmic history, join to see rare Solar sun block last seen in UK skies in 1999 and one that will no return again until the year 2090. 🚀 **But there’s more celestial wonder**: After the eclipse ends and skies darken - using telescope we’ll tale a look at **Jupiter,** along with planet's potential life‑harbouring **moons**, Saturn and those amzing rings, iconic beautiful **star fields**, the remnants of supernovae witnessed by our earliest ancestors, **multi‑star systems** reminiscent of the twin suns of *Star Wars* and even **Tau Ceti**, a star hosting two Earth‑like worlds in its habitable zone. Plus Meteors All of this under the spring evening - with drinks, engaging conversation, and good‑natured banter — this April. In between observing - we'll have **drinks and engaging chats** on all astronomy related topics for those inclined: Space exploration \| Fermi Paradox \| Astrobiology \| Cosmology \| paleontology\, \| SETI & Drake Equation for alien civilisations estimates \| exoplanetology etc as well as non space chats and banter too\. No doubt we'll hear the usual jokes we've all heard before\! If those don't make you laugh\, my impersonation of Los Angeles ET will\! 👽 And to help set the mood and make the night feel even extra galactic, I’ll put my DJ hat to play some space‑themed tunes and songs about the stars! You don't need a telescope as you will be able to view through scopes belonging to me and other club members (as long as you behave responsibly and don't temper with expensive equipment). If you have your own telescope/binoculars feel free to bring along and I can help you setting it up if you're a newbie **==== ITINERARY =====** We will meet outside H&I Station in Highbury Islington. After a short wait for anyone delayed, I will escort everyone to our observation point in the local park 5 minutes walk away and brief you in terms of what to expect, observing etiquette, tips, equipment handling and take any questions you have - weather general or astronomy/cosmology related. **After Drinks:** Unless I have a very important 9AM Tue deadline for a unfinished client presentation or something - most of us usually head to a cosy bar for a drink. If so - I will annouce the pub when we leave the park **==== What Can You Expect To See (this time of year)? ====** * Jupiter and 4 moons * Meteors * Andromedia Galaxy * Star clusters such as the Pleiades & Owl Cluster etc * International Space station fly by * Binary & tripple star systems (think planet *Tatooine in* Starwars!), * Neptune * Uranuus * Our moon * A look towards the galactic centre of the Mlikyway where that supermassive £22b Labour black hole sits (Sagittarius A) More here from Jodrell Bank Observatory/Astrophysics Centre: [http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/](http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/) Guide to viewing the cosmos for beginners: [https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp](https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp) **===Weather Dependent=====** The event is subject to clear skies forecasts on the night so if on the actual afternoon of the event the weather forecasts looks unsuitable beyond doubt then I will postpone so please check the event status on the day of the event . If this event is still listed here at 5PM on the day, it will be going ahead at the designated day and time! Lucas Skywalker - The Singin, Dancin, DJ-in AstronomerW

Angel to Victoria park via Regent's canal, 3 miles

* We will meet outside the Angel tube station. We will then make our way via the scenic Regent's canal and arrive at Victoria park. * En route, a small detour to see the mosaics in Shepherdess Walk Park, which started as a project funded by Hackney Council to celebrate 2012, the year of the London Olympics. * A short stop at Sainsbury's in Mare Street for last minute supplies (cold beer) just before we reach our destination. We will then pick our spot for the picnic (ideally by the Pagoda), so please bring **a packed lunch.** * From here we will make our way to Bethnal Green station, this is where the walk ends. Optional visit to the Young V&A museum (free entry), formerly known as Museum of Childhood, at the end of the walk. What to bring: **Packed lunch** Comfortable footwear Water Photo-taking gadgets and chargers An umbrella just in case (it's London after all) The walk is free for members who have subscribed for an annual membership. For other members the fee is £5 cash/card on arrival to contribute towards the organiser's meetup fees and costs. The annual pass option is £15 payable by cash or card on the day. This will provide access to at least 40 walks per year (members are welcome to bring a guest to each event). All walks are free for the NHS staff (also welcome to bring a guest). ***'No Show' Policy:*** *If the member replied 'yes' but did not attend the event, did not update the RSVP and did not inform the organiser on 3 occasions – this triggers an automatic removal from the group. That's once for events with a waiting list.*

🎶Gonna Be Lit: Fun Chats, Live Music🎸+ Sing A Song With 0ur Band🎤

If you **genuinely love music** and mixing with fellow passionate music fans **-** then join for a super fun euphoric captivating night out with cool talented musicians and **us** performing songs from our favourite artists mixed with drinks, fun conversations, laughs and dancing. Not only do you get the rare chance to **meet** elusive **fellow** **music fans** to enjoy standout live hits together but you'll also have the **option to sing** **your favorite** **song** from the all time greatest music tunes catalog with a live band (or if you're too nervous to go up alone - just grab me, we’ll make it happen together!), as a high energy young crowd cheer, sing and dance along with you in full energetic support This epic night will be **fully hosted** by me till the fat lady sings - a friendly radio/club DJ, singer, dancer, Musicologist with a natural innate flair to get the musical vibes flowing through your every chord of existence! Expect to hear **multi-genre** **anthemic songs** from Bruno Mars, Amy Winehouse, Backstreet Boys, Adele, Kings of Leon, Taylor Swift, David Bowie, Natalie Imbruglia, Britney Spears, Nirvana, Bob Marley, Beyoncé, Bon Jovi, Ray Charles, Oasis, Alanis Morissette, Madonna, Beatles, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Fleetwood Mac, Blur, The Proclaimers, ABBA, Nirvana, Queen, Lady Gaga, George Michael, Shania Twain, Whitney, Dua Lipa, Elton John, , A‑ha, Michael Jackson, Radiohead, Guns N’ Roses, Luther Vandross, The Monkees, John Denver, U2 and other musical legends **=== High Octane** **Melody Fueled** **Night Out ===** This will be a highly fun entertaining night out with high octane feelings blanketed with an electrifying atmosphere charged with raw musical energy, soul and emotion. Whether you like to get in front of a mic at Karaoke or you're a secret car perfomer - expect symphonies to unfold in harmony with a vibrant crowd of young music lovers as the band transforms you from boring city of London exe by day into a **pop star** for the night. And if you have a natural sense of rhythm it would be selfish not to show off your charismatic stage presence by droppin some **funky dance moves** as no rock star performance is complete without! Of course, you don't need to get up and perform - if you **love music** but don't want to sing, you are welcome to socialise, cheer, singalong and dance with the rest of us. Slots to build melody fueled new connections are strictly limited. So in order to give genuine music fans a fair chance to attend - as per attendance rules **\- anyone who has not answered the screening question properly or does not demonstrate passion for music as indicated by interests listed in their profiles \- will be moved to not going to create space for like\-minded genuine people** **=== If You're Singing ===** You don't need vocals like Zara Larsson or Amy Winehouse - most of us are not professional singers - we do this for pure fun indulgence, entertaininment and love of music but if you've never sung live with a band on stage before - ideally choose a song that you know the lyrics / musical timing too well. We'll have **two** **experienced guitarists** (base and electric)**,** a **drummer** who also do **backing vocals** to help out if you get lost. **===NEWBIES===** If it is your first time coming to our events - don't worry - us gender mixed regulars are a very freindly bunch and we will look after you. As soon as you arrive - reach out to me and I will introduce you to others. I'll also always share my number and location / table number in the comments in case of any issues finding us **=== Venue & Itinerary ===** We are back at our Camden venue with the band offering excellent choice of songs. Early on we will meet around the bar area and once the first song hits most of us will move closer to the front stage to dance and singalong to the tracks so come on time for early intros - when the band starts it gets pretty loud. I will share my number on the eve and update in the comments section on whereabouts. After the band finishes around midnight, we’ll head to one of my free local Camden music DJ hangouts for more drinks, chats, dancing, and of course music **=== MUSIC EVENTS WATSAPP GROUP ===** For music fans who love music and want to hear about mostly free music‑related events in London, we do have an exclusive WhatsApp group you can join subject to minimal vetting. If you have attended an event before or at least met the organiser in person send me a request and I will add you / send you link to join:! I’ll share all my music events here in advance first so people can RSVP earlier and avoid waiting lists. People can also share last min non‑meetup MUSIC events too. Lucas The Music Maestro

Faversham to Whitstable

A most wonderful 10 mile walk linking these two delightful coastal Kent towns and one of the group's most popular walks. Meeting by BOOTS please arrive by 9am for everyone to buy group train tickets for the 9.40am train that arrives at Faversham at 10.49am. Return train ticket : Whitstable. Or you may decide to drive. The walk shall commence by 11am. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 by Friday by bank transfer, details supplied upon request. No PayPal. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket and walking shoes / trainers. Also sunglasses, sun cream and sunhat. You should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity and be able to walk at 2.5 miles per hour. We shall have a drink at the end of the walk at a pub right on the beach. We shall aim to take the train back at either 4.50pm or 6.28pm from Whitstable as some way well stay on due to the allure of fish and chips eaten on the beach as the sun goes down. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.

🔭NASA Confirms Life on Mars: View With Telescopes, Drinks & Music ☾P Date☽🪐

If you're looking for sensational headlines - my group is defo not for you! But seriously - do you look up and marvel with insatiable curiosity at both the beauty and the wonder of the **universe?** How it began, our place in it, how life evolved and where else in the cosmos other non-microbial life might live (every star you see has exoplanets orbiting (some are rocky Earth like planets like ours with atmospheres) so u have to be naively delusional to believe we are alone in the universe)? And no I didn't make it up - unless you've been in hibernation or have zero idea about Humanity's greatest endeavours - you'll know **NASA** really have found the best evidence to date of **ancient life on Mars** following further scientific verification of the biological signatures of current microbe life discovered on Venus a few years ago. So we'll defo take a look at the red planet as well the majestic rings of **Saturn and it's** potential life harbouring moon, , the international space station, Tau Ceti star with **2 Earth like planets** orbiting in the habitable zone, remnants of **supernova** witnessed by our early ancestors plus a range of other fascinating celestial wonderments (comets, star systems, **galaxies**) over drinks and engaging chats and banter this Aug fully hosted by me - a passionate amateur astronomer and former global Reuters journalist covering cutting edge big picture science related stories. In between observing - we'll have **drinks and engaging chats** on all astronomy related topics for those inclined (Astrobiology, SETI/Femi Paradox, cosmology, space exploration, exoplanetology, astrophysics etc) as well as non space chatter and banter too. No doubt I'll hear the usual jokes we've all heard hundreds of times before! If those don't make you laugh, then my impersonation of Los Angeles ET will! 👽 **====Free Astronomy Club =====** Over the years we have enjoyed numerous social evenings of stargazing and thought provoking chatter with people of all ages and varying levels of astronomy knowledge - so complete beginners that are genuinely curious about the universe are very welcome. If you are just looking to meet generic randoms that you have nothing in common with / share passio**ns** then there are other groups that easily cater for that. The world renowed **BBC Television Sky at Night** also attended our events pre covid and interviewed some of us for it's show that aired on BBC1 in Feb 2019. BBC **Radio London** (94.9 FM / digital) were there Aug 2023 to cover our meteor shower event broadcasting live to millions of Londoners for 3 hours You don't need a telescope as you will be able to view through scopes belonging to me and other club members (as long as you behave responsibly and don't temper with expensive equipment). If you have your own telescope/binoculars feel free to bring along and I can help you setting it up if you're a newbie. **====ITINERARY=====** We will meet outside Camden Station. After a short wait for anyone delayed, I will escort everyone to our observation point in the park about 15-20 minutes walk away and brief you in terms of what to expect, observing etiquette, tips, equipment handling and take any questions you have - weather general or astronomy/cosmology related. **After Drinks:** on work nights - unless I have a important 9AM Thursday deadline for a client presentation I need to deliver or something - most of us usually head our way back to Camden for another drink till about 1am. I will annouce the pub to all on the walk back. **===What Can You Expect To See (this time of year)? ====** * Orion Nebula * Jupiter and 4 moons * Meteors * Andromedia Galaxy * Saturn, rings & moon * Star clusters such as the Pleiades & Owl Cluster etc * International Space station fly by * Venus & Mercury * Binary & tripple star systems (think planet *Tatooine in* Starwars!), * Neptune * Uranuus * Mars * Our moon * A look towards the galactic centre where that supermassive £22b black hole sits (Sagittarius A) More here from Jodrell Bank Observatory/Astrophysics Centre: [http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/](http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/) Guide to viewing the cosmos for beginners: [https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp](https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp) **===Weather Dependent=====** The event is subject to clear skies forecasts on the night so if on the actual afternoon of the event the weather forecasts looks unsuitable beyond doubt then I will postpone so please check the event status on the day of the event . If this event is still listed here at 5PM on the day, it will be going ahead at the designated day and time! Happy Stargazing Lucas Skywalker (Amateur Musical Astronomer)

Finsbury Park and Woodberry Wetlands, 4 miles

* We will meet outside the Finsbury Park station, main entrance. Please aim for Station Place (pictured below). Please arrive at 11:50 for registration and for 12:00 prompt departure. * We will then make our way to see via Finsbury Park to arrive *at Woodberry Wetlands. This was opened by Sir David Attenborough in 2016, having previously been known as Stoke Newington East Reservoir.* * *The wetlands are the result of a proposal by the Trust to enhance the reservoir for wildlife and open it publicly so people can access a high quality, natural space in a densely built-up environment. The site is owned by Thames Water and managed by London Wildlife Trust.* * The nature reserve is managed by a volunteering team who help maintain reedbeds, grassland and hedgerows through regular conservation volunteering workdays. A programme of wildlife monitoring and surveys is also undertaken. * We will then return to Finsbury Park Station where the walk ends. Members who prefer a shorter version can take the tube at Manor House station, which is on route, Optional food/drinks at the end of the walk. What to bring: Comfortable footwear Water Photo-taking gadgets and chargers An umbrella just in case (it's London after all) The walk is free for members who have subscribed for an annual membership. For other members the fee is £5 cash/card on arrival to contribute towards the organiser's meetup fees and costs. The annual pass option is £15 payable by cash or card on the day. This will provide access to at least 40 walks per year (members are welcome to bring a guest to each event). All walks are free for the NHS staff (also welcome to bring a guest). **'No Show' Policy:** *If the member replied 'yes' but did not attend the event, did not update the RSVP and did not inform the organiser on 3 occasions – this triggers an automatic removal from the group. That's once for events with a waiting list.*

Gay Geek Boardgames and mini social - SUNDAY

WRITE CLUB: one hour of silent writing (or reading) in the company of others

The first rule of WRITE CLUB is that you do not talk ***during*** WRITE CLUB. This very simple meetup is based on the premise that public and peer accountability enables more productive writing than sitting at home and getting distracted by the fridge. We will write/read for an hour in silence. (I will be writing thought experiments for my other meetup group: [THOUGHT EXPERIMENTS IN PUBS](https://www.meetup.com/thought-experiments-in-pubs)) If you'd like to hang out afterwards, or if you prefer just to hang out, I have another event immediately afterwards in the same place :-) You can find that here: [HANGING OUT AT THE SOUTHBANK](https://www.meetup.com/experimentsin/events/315825126) And if you'd like to finish the evening with a dance, there is a free social salsa meetup just outside The Southbank Centre just afterwards. More info [here](https://www.instagram.com/salserosfriends/). **This event will take place in the foyer of The Southbank Centre.** You can find us by looking out for: * A tote bag with WRITE CLUB sewn onto it * My T-Shirt, which will have HANGING OUT embroidered on the back of it * If I get away with it: a big red flag with THE SUNRISE CLUB emblazoned on it (though this clearly isn't THE SUNRISE CLUB! If you want to find out about that, you can do so [here](https://www.meetup.com/the-sunrise-club/).) * Other writers - who may be spread out across the centre. They will have white pieces of paper with the WRITE CLUB stamp at the top of the page. There are plenty of places to buy refreshments, but you can also bring your own if you prefer. [WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BpMwnRev0H237KMx4uPnek) [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/experimentsingroupwisdom) [SUBSTACK](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/) Looking forward to meeting and writing with you :-) Bonny

Camden Passage Islington Picture Hunt

We meet outside Angel Islington tube station. We mark up at Wetherspoon Highbury Corner. How are your detecting skills? Welcome to another of our many outside Picture Hunts this year. This time, the event will be centred around shop fronts, buildings and features around Camden Passage Islington antiques area. There’s no crossing of busy roads. If you’re new to Picture Hunts, check photos below and previous events for winners and clue sheets. Pkease aim to turn up for 1:00-1:30 when teams are being arranged. As usual, portions of the road are split up into four areas where teams search for the locations of photographed items in the street, buildings or shop windows, and then record where they found them. Picture Hunts are a great new way to get up to speed with slices of London history while sleuthing around the area. Everyone is presented with twenty partial photos of objects around an area. Your team mission is to find them. Some well known, some well unknown! This makes Picture Hunts more interesting and challenging, bringing out the best of your teams detecting skills. You will also have a map of the area. It will be sub-divided into four sections, P, Q, R, S. Each photo will come from one of these. Four players max per team, but the lower number teams get a point per player start from the biggest team. For example, four teams of one, two, three and four. Four player team, no advantage, (the biggest and theoretically the more knowledge between them, except it doesn't always work like that). Three player team, one point start. Two player team, two point start. One player team, three point start. Scores are always close and around the 15-20 points mark. How many players do you want in your team? There's a dilemma! The clipboard holder enters one of the letters to note its area location. Dead simple, right? 90 minutes to do the hunt. We have the usual prizes of chocolate, including some great new varieties. There is also an equal prize for the funniest team name. Names win prizes too! So there’s everything to play for. We mark up at White Swan highbury corner. Hunts are good fun and the proven experience so far is that members get to know each other better after working in teams as you all have to communicate. Great icebreakers. This is what Meetup is all about. Come and join us. There is a £7 cash/card charge for this event. Contact number on the day is 07422334411 if your transport is delayed. **If you can’t make it, please cancel using the “Edit RSVP Button”.** **Your consideration is greatly appreciated.**

London Sunset Sip & Paint

Welcome to our Sunset Sip & Paint evening! Join us for a relaxing and creative night where you can unwind, enjoy a glass of wine, and paint your own sunset masterpiece. This event is perfect for all skill levels—whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time. Everyone is welcome! We'll guide you through a step-by-step painting session, with plenty of time to chat, sip, and connect with fellow attendees. Expect light prompts and icebreakers to get the conversation flowing as we create together. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm! - **Cost:** Completely Free! - **Refreshments:** Complimentary wine, snacks, and non-alcoholic options will be provided to keep your creativity flowing. - **What to bring:** Just yourself and a willingness to have fun! All painting supplies (canvas, brushes, paints, aprons) are included. Spaces are limited, so please RSVP to secure your spot. We can't wait to paint the sunset with you!

3D London | 3D Networking Community

3D London, Wednesday 5th August @ Truckles Hosted by **[Nadia Monte](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-monte-57436571/)** & **[Ewan Couper](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewancouper/).** It's a night of sharing. * We welcome our attendees to bring work to share with the audience. * We'll have an open conversation on things that matter to you - from the state of the industry, through to starting your career. Think of things you wish to discuss and share - we'll offer prizes for the best discussion topics. What gets discussed at 3D London, stays at 3D London! See you there! Thanks to our sponsors for supporting our monthly meetups. **[SiNi Software](https://www.sinisoftware.com/)** , **[Chaos](https://www.chaos.com/) , [NTI](https://www.nti-group.com/uk/) , [Itoosoft](https://www.itoosoft.com/) , [Heata](https://www.heata.co/)** #3dlondon #monthlymeetup