Foraging Walks London

🌙 Night Walk at Stanmore Country Park 🌙

Join us for our first Night Walk Meetup as we explore Stanmore Country Park after dark. Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside at night, enjoy fresh air and gentle exercise, and see a familiar place from a completely different perspective. We’ll take a relaxed walk through the park, enjoying the scenery, the sounds of nature, and the unique feeling of being outdoors after sunset. There may be opportunities to spot or listen for nocturnal wildlife along the way, so keep your eyes and ears open! 🦉🦇 📍**Meeting point:** Stanmore Country Park – Dennis Lane entrance (look for the park sign). ⏰ **Duration:** Approximately 2 hours 💷 **Price:** £3 per person Payment can be made in cash on the day or by bank transfer in advance (message me for bank details). 🚶 **Pace:** Relaxed — suitable for anyone who enjoys a gentle walk and meeting new people. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can meet everyone before setting off. Please wear suitable footwear and bring: * Water * Weather-appropriate clothing * A torch/headtorch if you have one

WALK: Mole Valley trail, Vineyard & summer market 🌞🌿🍇

🍇 Mole Valley Trail to Denbies Vineyard & Summer Market 😊 Join me for a beautiful summer walk through the picturesque Mole Valley, following the River Mole from Leatherhead to Denbies Wine Estate, England’s largest vineyard, where we’ll finish in time to enjoy the Summer Market. Our scenic walk is approximately 7 miles (around 3 hours) and takes us through woodland, nature reserves, open countryside, farmland and stunning vineyard landscapes. ✨ Highlights 🌿 Beautiful riverside and woodland scenery 🍎 Historic orchards and open countryside 🌾 Rolling farmland and vineyard views 🍇 Browse the Denbies Summer Market 🥂 Sample award-winning English wines 🍴 Enjoy lunch or refreshments at the restaurant or outdoor terrace 🛍️ Visit the Wine & Gift Shop and Farm Shop, full of local produce and speciality treats 🥾 Terrain A mixture of riverside paths, woodland trails and gentle hills. Some sections may be muddy after rain, so suitable walking footwear is recommended. 🚆 Meeting Point Meet under the central clock at Waterloo Station at 9:20 am. Train departs at 10:02 am, arriving at Leatherhead at 10:46 am, where the walk begins. The walk finishes at Denbies Wine Estate, a short walk from Dorking Main and Dorking Deepdene stations for the return to London. 💷 Organiser’s Fee £8 per person (cash or contactless) on the day. 📱 07816 866300

FREE Afternoon Walk – Bushy Park & Thames Riverside Circular from Kingston

A scenic Sunday walk through one of London’s most beautiful open landscapes — **Bushy Park** — followed by a peaceful riverside walk along the **Thames Path**. Expect wide open views, ancient woodland, historic parkland, and a chance to spot **herds of free-roaming deer**. This is a lovely route — open skies, beautiful trail, and a walk to stretch the legs and clear the mind. *** ### 📍 **Meeting Point** **Kingston Railway Station (KT1 1UJ)** We’ll meet **just outside the main exit**. **Meeting Time:** 15:45 PM We will leave at 16:00 PM sharp. Trains run frequently from Waterloo via Clapham Junction. **Car Park** \- At Canbury Place Car Park or the Cattle Market Car Park\. *** ### 🌿 **Route Highlights** * Wide-open grasslands & old oak avenues in **Bushy Park** * Chance to **see fallow and red deer** roaming freely * Tree-lined water canals and woodland glades * Riverside walking beside the **Thames** * Views of **Hampton Court Palace** area from the riverside * Flat, easy paths — very beginner-friendly Total distance: \~ **12 to 15 kms max** Difficulty: **Easy to Moderate** (flat & steady, suitable for most fitness levels) Pace: **Purposeful and steady** — We walk, talk, and enjoy with lots of stops. *** ### 🎒 **What to Bring** * Comfortable **shoes** * **2L water** * **Cap/Hat and Sunscreen** * A **good spirit** — always required 😄 *** ### ⚠️ **Group Notes** * Please stay **with or behind the walk leader** to keep the group together. * No one gets left behind — I give **catch-up breaks** where needed. * This is a **free, voluntary group** — you are responsible for your own safety. * Be respectful to wildlife (especially the deer — no approaching to avoid incidents). Please read our **About Us** page if you haven’t already: [https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities](https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities) *** ### 🍻 **After-Walk Social** We’ll finish back in Kingston, where we can stop for a drink at a nearby pub and maybe dinner and hang out a bit. *** ### 📱 **Contact** If you’re running late or lost, message me on WhatsApp: **07830 374 629** (Please **do not call** during the walk — I’ll be leading/navigating.)

The Wendover Five: Chilterns Hills | Free Hike 23km (14mi)

**Grade 🥾🥾🥾🥾 Level 4/5** —— **📕ABOUT** A 23 kilometre circular trail in the **Chilterns** from Wendover Station, Buckinghamshire. The trail goes through woodlands and farmlands, featuring steady ascents and descents with great views including **Bacombe Hill Nature Reserve**, **Coombe Hill summit**, **Beacon Hill**, **Whiteleaf Hill**, **Pulpit Hill nature reserve**, and **Goodmerhill Woods**. —— **⭐️HIGHLIGHTS** * **Bacombe Hill Local Nature Reserve** This chalk grassland hill offers magnificent views over Aylesbury Vale. It is renowned for its rare wildflowers and butterflies, with orchids blossoming in spring. * **Coombe Hill** As the highest viewpoint in the Chiltern Hills at 260 meters, Coombe Hill features the **Coombe Hill Monument**, which commemorates local men who perished in the Second Boer War. It provides extensive views over the Vale of Aylesbury and, on clear days, extends to the Cotswolds. The open grassland at the summit is an ideal spot for a pause and picnic. * **Beacon Hill** This small, rounded summit with open grassy slopes is part of the **Chequers Estate**. Historically utilized for signaling with beacons, Beacon Hill offers panoramic views and conveys a sense of expansive open space. * **Whiteleaf Hill** Whiteleaf Hill is home to the Whiteleaf Cross, a chalk hill carving that likely dates back to the 18th century or earlier. It contains a **Neolithic barrow (burial mound)**, with excavations in the 1930s uncovering ancient remains and artifacts. * **Chequers Estate:** A historic country house used as the **official country residence of the British Prime Minister**. It has been the designated retreat for Prime Ministers since 1917, when it was gifted to the nation by Sir Arthur Lee, a politician and former soldier, to provide future leaders a place to relax and host guests. * **Ninn Wood & Pulpit Hill Nature Reserve** This area includes mixed broadleaf woodland with ancient trees and historic earthworks. Pulpit Hill houses an **Iron Age hill fort**, surrounded by banks and ditches that are now moss-covered and mysterious. —— **📖SUMMARY** 🥾23km \(14\.3mi\) \| Ascent: 740m \| Max Elevation 265m 🚆**Train:** Return ticket **London Marylebone** **🔁 Wendover** ⛳️ **Meeting Point:** **2 Options** **1-** London Marylebone station Ticket Office \| **08:30** (Train is at **08:57**) **2-** Wendover outside train station \| **09:45** *⚠️*This is a **Circular** Hike **📍** **Hike** **start:** **Wendover** train station \| **09:55** **🔚** **Hike** **finish:** **Wendover** \| approx\. **17:00** —— ️🚊**TRAIN TICKET INFORMATION:** I would recommend you get: **🎟️Super Off\-Peak Day Return \|** **London Marylebone 🔁 Wendover** (direct) with a *Network Railcard* is £16.10 (instead of £24.20). * **➡️Outbound:** London Marylebone **08:57 → 09:46** Wendover * **⬅️Inbound:** Wendover **any Off-Peak time →** London 💡If you’d like to join other hikers using a **Network Railcard**, please arrive earlier so we can organise small groups. Note that each card can cover up to 4 people. 🚦Visit **[National Rail](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/)** for details —— **💷COST: Free** This hike is completely free to join but participants need to purchase their own transport tickets. —— 🎒**WHAT TO BRING** * 2L Water * Packed lunch and snacks * Comfortable walking/hiking shoes * Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, waterproofs, hat, sunscreen) * Optional: trekking poles, camera —— *✅***WHO CAN JOIN** * Our hikes are open to adults aged 21 and over. * For safety reasons, we’re not able to include children. * We love animals, but pets (including dogs) can’t join our hikes. —— **🚨RSVP & ATTENDANCE** RSVP only if you plan to attend. Please cancel as early as possible if you can no longer make it so others can join. A no-show means you RSVPed but did not attend or cancelled just before or after the start time. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations without a valid reason may lead to removal. Reliable regulars who end up on a waitlist may message the host for priority consideration. —— **☯️STAYING TOGETHER** A dedicated back marker is not always present, so please keep others in sight and avoid moving too far ahead or falling too far behind. Faster walkers should wait at junctions. The hike leader will pause at key points to regroup and reduce the chance of anyone becoming separated from the group. —— ⚠️ **DISCLAIMER** By joining, you confirm that you have read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.

KENT COASTAL WALK: MARGATE to BROADSTAIRS 🌞🥰🏖

☀️ Margate to Broadstairs Coastal Walk 🌊 🌟 Highlights of the Day 🌊 A beautiful 8-mile guided coastal walk along one of Kent’s most spectacular stretches of coastline, taking in sandy beaches, dramatic chalk cliffs and fascinating history. 🎨 Visit the free Turner Contemporary Gallery before we begin the walk and enjoy some wonderful summer exhibitions. 🏖️ Finish at beautiful Viking Bay in Broadstairs, where you can relax on the beach, enjoy an ice cream or even bring your swimming costume for a refreshing swim! 📍 Meeting Point St Pancras International Station Meet at the Ticket Office on the Concourse (Platforms 11–13). 🕗 Meet: 8:45am 🚆 Train departs: 9:20am 💷 Costs 🌿 Organiser’s fee: £9 🚆 Train: Approximately £29 return 🎟️ Save around one-third with a Network Railcard or GroupSave. 🌊 About the Walk Join us for a wonderful summer escape to the Kent coast as we explore one of England’s most beautiful coastal paths. This scenic walk follows part of the Thanet Coastal Path, linking the classic seaside towns of Margate and Broadstairs. 🥾 Distance: Approximately 8 miles 🚶 Difficulty: Easy to moderate, with mostly flat, well-maintained coastal paths. Throughout the day I’ll share interesting stories about the history of both towns and the famous people connected with this beautiful coastline. 🎨 Turner Contemporary Before setting off we’ll visit the wonderful Turner Contemporary Gallery, beautifully situated on Margate’s seafront. Admission is FREE and we’ll have the opportunity to enjoy several excellent summer exhibitions, including: 🖼️ J.M.W. Turner: Breaking Waves – celebrating the 250th anniversary of Turner’s birth. 🌿 Hulda Guzmán: Please Awake – Asked Nature Kindly – colourful contemporary paintings inspired by nature. ☀️ David Hockney: Sunley Window – a striking installation celebrating light and landscape. 🌞 Highlights Along the Way 🏖️ Margate Main Sands 🌊 Walpole Bay 🚤 Palm Bay – often a great place to spot jet skis and water sports. 📍 Foreness Point – wonderful views across the Thames Estuary. 🤍 Botany Bay – one of Kent’s most famous beaches with stunning white chalk cliffs. 🏰 Kingsgate Bay and Kingsgate Castle. 💡 North Foreland Lighthouse. 📖 Bleak House – where Charles Dickens spent many summers and wrote parts of David Copperfield. 🏖️ Arrive in the charming seaside town of Broadstairs. 🏖️ Time to Relax We’ll finish at the beautiful Viking Bay, one of Kent’s finest sandy beaches If the weather is kind, why not bring your swimming costume and enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea? 🌊 There’ll also be time to: 🍦 Enjoy a delicious ice cream at the famous Morelli’s or Chiappini’s. ☕ Relax in one of the lovely seafront cafés. 🏖️ Soak up the summer atmosphere on the beach. 📚 Visit the Dickens House Museum if you’d like to explore a little more history. 🎒 What to Bring 🥾 Comfortable walking shoes 💧 Plenty of water 🥪 Lunch or snacks 🧴 Sun creaml 🧢 Ha 👙 Swimming costume and towel (optional) 📷 Camera for some fantastic coastal photographs! 💳 Payment £9 organiser’s fee, payable on the day by: 💵 Cash 💳 Contactless 📞 Contact Mobile: 07816 866300 ☀️ I’m really looking forward to sharing this beautiful stretch of Kent’s coastline with you. Expect spectacular scenery, fascinating history, inspiring art, great company and perhaps an ice cream—and even a swim—to round off a perfect summer’s day! 🌊🍦🏖️

🌳 Barefoot walk in Hamspead Heath

Join me for a morning walk on Saturday 8th at 11am! **What we will do?** We will meet at Hampstead Heath and walk barefoot for about 2 hours. During the walk, we will be taking short breaks and also offer games to play and reconnect with nature (think tree climbing for example). **What about the terrain?** Hampstead Heath offers both large grass areas and a small forest area. So this circular track is suited for beginners due to a mix between grass/forest **What else?** You can come solo or with friends, and you can also wear light or minimalist shoes if you like. And at the end of the walk, there will be an optional stop for a coffee/lunch :) Looking forward to see you there! To help with the meetup organizer subscription (currently £321.52 per year), this walk costs £5 per person :)

Goring, Reading & Thames – Hilly Country Hike

Walk length 13miles/21km approx. Linear. A scenic hike from Goring to Reading using a mixture of landscapes across fields and woodland using a number of sections of the Chiltern Way which is a waymarked national long-distance footpath. There is also a small section of the Thames path at Reading. THIS IS A SUBSTANTIAL HIKE WITH A NUMBER OF HILL CLIMBS AS WELL AS FLATTER SECTIONS CLOSE TO THE RIVER. Lunch and Finish Please bring a snack lunch and water for the walk. The walk should finish before 4.30pm and include a 30 min snack lunch stop and classy pub at the end!, however the time may be earlier or later than this depending on the weather and pace. Transport and meeting Meet Outside Goring station for the hike to start at 10.43am (after the train from London arrives). By train: The 9.38am train from London Paddington gets to Goring & Streatley for 10.43am. Please note this is a linear hike so you get a return ticket to Goring & Streatley but you will return from Reading which is one the same line. If driving you need to park near Goring or Reading station to collect your car at the end. From London it is suggested you meet from 9.00am next to the WHSmith shop at London Paddington to give you time to get a group save/buy tickets (see photo below). The organizer will not be catching the train from London but will meet you at Goring. Cost: £5 cash payable on the day guided walk & meetup costs. You can do paypal (colin45@hotmail.co.uk) if you prefer. Train price should be approx. £19 return with a groupsave or national railcard discount. Please make a note of the organizers numbers - Colin 07709305681. Walking Safety: Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You must wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking shoes, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. Please see our Terms and Conditions (http://www.meetup.com/London-Explorers/pages/Terms_and_Conditions/) COULD EVERYONE PLEASE AVOID COMMENTS BELOW THAT ARE NOT SPECIFIC TO THE EVENT AS THIS GENERATES SPAM, JUST CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T GO. YOU CAN MESSAGE ME. MANY THANKS.

Sussex Countryside Hike: Balcombe, Ouse Valley Viaduct, Reservoir & Wildlife

Northern Lake District Walking Holiday – Quiet Fells & Classic Ridges

Join Large Outdoors for a five-night small-group walking holiday exploring the quieter side of the Lake District, with guided walks through the Northern Fells, classic ridges and wide open mountain scenery. A great option for people looking for a more adventurous walking holiday with hotel comfort at the end of the day. Many people join on their own. 🥾 Fully guided fell walking 🌿 Explore quieter Lakeland landscapes and classic ridge routes 🛏️ Hotel-based stay with single rooms available ☕ Relaxed and sociable atmosphere 🚶 Ideal for active walkers with good hill fitness **Why people enjoy these trips:** ✔️ Small friendly groups ✔️ Everything organised for you ✔️ Great for solo travellers ✔️ Proper mountain days without planning routes or logistics ✔️ A good mix of walking, fresh air and downtime 📅 Dates available in 2027 📍 Northern Lake District 🔗 Full details & booking: [https://www.largeoutdoors.com/scenic-walking-holiday-northern-lake-district](https://www.largeoutdoors.com/scenic-walking-holiday-northern-lake-district)

HILLY HIKE 20km Hastings to Rye - Saxon trails and Medieval Coastal Towns

**🌳 Large Group Social Hike** One of our **bigger, more sociable** hikes. Prefer a smaller group? See our standard-size hikes. 📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 12 miles (20km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) but with tough hills • Ascent: 468m • Hiking time: 5 to 6 hours • Cost: £33 (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, 1 hour after the lunch stop, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: Victoria station. Meet between WHSmith (no 34) and Nero Express (no 29) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/Victoria.jpg) & [PHOTO](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/VictoriaPhoto.jpg) • Time: Meet 7:50am, leave 8:10am for the 8:24am train • Return: 8:36pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Explore **Hastings**, home to Europe’s largest beach-launched fishing fleet and historic net huts • Follow the scenic **Saxon Shore Way** along one of the South East’s most dramatic coastlines • Enjoy **panoramic cliff-top views**, with France visible across the Channel on a clear day • Visit **Winchelsea**, a medieval port town once on the coast before the sea receded • Discover the cliffs’ **Site of Special Scientific Interest**, where dinosaur fossils and crocodile remains have been found • End in **Rye — one of England’s most enchanting medieval towns**, with cobbled streets and timbered houses 🥾 **Hike Description** Our hike begins in **Hastings**, best known as the site of the famous 1066 battle where William the Conqueror defeated King Harold. Today, Hastings is a lively coastal town and home to **Europe’s largest beach-launched fishing fleet**, a sight made even more distinctive by the tall black wooden fishing net huts that line the seafront. From here we join the **Saxon Shore Way**, a historic coastal route named after the Roman forts that once guarded England’s shores. The path climbs onto dramatic sandstone cliffs that have been designated a **Site of Special Scientific Interest** for both their geological and biological importance. As we traverse the cliff tops, the sea views are spectacular, with France sometimes visible across the Channel. Along the way, we’ll learn how the cliffs have revealed dinosaur fossils and even crocodile bones from the Early Cretaceous Period, over 140 million years ago. The route then leads us inland to **Winchelsea**, a medieval port town founded in the 13th century. Once a thriving harbour, the sea has since retreated, leaving Winchelsea perched inland but still rich in history, with ancient walls, medieval cellars and atmospheric streets to explore. We finish in the enchanting town of **Rye**, one of England’s most beautifully preserved medieval gems. With its cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and centuries-old inns, Rye provides a perfect finale to our hike. **Time is tight** even with an early start and very late return, but you’ll usually have enough time for a quick pub drink or short wander before we head back to London. TOUGHNESS, PACE - this hike has some big and tough hills, also it's done at a good pace as timings are tight, please only sign up if you are happy with this. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [GRAHAM](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487 🍽️ **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

FREE Walk - Richmond Riverside & Park Walk

Join us for a steady circular walk that combines Richmond’s royal parkland, peaceful riverside paths and one of London’s most celebrated viewpoints. This easy loop starts and finishes at Richmond Station and follows a mix of broad park trails, quiet residential streets and the scenic Thames Path. We’ll keep a steady, comfortable pace suitable for anyone confident with moderate distance and light elevation. Please note - this is a pre-lunch walk and we shall aim to finish before 2pm. ### **📍 Meeting Details & Distance** * **Meeting Point:** Outside Richmond Station * **Meeting Time:** 10:00 AM * **Start Time:** 10:15 AM (sharp) * **Distance:** Up to 15 km (circular) * **Difficulty:** Easy ### **🌿 What You’ll See** As we enter Richmond Park — the largest of London’s Royal Parks — expect wide open grasslands, ancient oak trees and the chance to spot red and fallow deer roaming freely. The route passes historic lodges and open viewpoints before reaching Pembroke Lodge, where you’ll enjoy sweeping views across the Thames Valley. We then descend towards the river and join the Thames Path for a calm stretch along the water. This part of the walk features classic Richmond scenery: leafy riverbanks, elegant homes and the arches of Richmond Bridge. ### **🧭 Important Notes** * Please stay with or behind the walk leader to keep the group together. * This is a **voluntary group activity** — you are responsible for your own safety and for ensuring your actions do not harm people, wildlife or the environment. * Please be respectful to fellow walkers and considerate of shared paths. * Be respectful to wildlife (especially the deer — no approaching to avoid incidents). * Please read our **About Us** page if you haven’t already: [https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities](https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities) * Bring **good shoes**, snacks, 2 litre water, and a positive spirit. ### **🍻 After the Walk** We’ll finish at a pub in Richmond, where those who wish can join for a drink or/and lunch. ### **📱 Contact** If you have any issues finding us or lost - **07830374629 (WhatsApp)**

GREEN £5 WALK: SYDENHAM FOREST and CRYSTAL PALACE

A walk through Sydenham Forest and the the majestic landscaping of Crystal Palace Park to Penge LEAFY SUBURBS, OPULENCE, MANSIONS, PARKLANDS, GARDENS, LAKE followed by SOCIALISING with CHEAP FOODS and DRINKS in a convivial pub atmoshere. **WALK START POINT: Forest Hill Station** (National Rail and London Overground Zone 3). WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5 miles. WALK END POINT: A large pub close to Penge East and Penge West Stations - National Rail. WALK ROUTE: A WALK THROUGH LEAFY SUBURBS of South London. Our walk takes us through HORNIMAN GARDENS, Sydenham Woods and Cryystal Palace Park before finishing at a large pub in Penge. WALK STOP OUT POINT: Nearby bus routes during most of the walk. **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.** Enjoy London! Get out and about and see your city in the company of new people! 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. Improve your overall fitness levels and make some great new friends at the same time. Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see. 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 WHERE THE SOCIALISING CAN CONTINUE. RISKS for all walks: Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, rights of way, bridlepaths, country lanes and other established paths and tracks through woodland, bush and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, preferably walking boots and take care as surfaces may be uneven, tree roots may protrude, there may be low overhanging branches and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists and sometimes cars (country lanes). Some tracks may be muddy and slippery. On occasion wild,domestic and farm animals may also encountered. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. No large dogs or small children please. Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk. WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) DISCAIMER All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](http://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. COST of EVENT: A £5 meetup organiser's contribution will be collected from attendees who do not hold the Ken's Events Membership Card. The walk is free for holders of this card. Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) RAIN POLICY: Our walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. Light rain is not usually a problem . However if torrentail rain is forecast, please check back to this webpage on the morning of the event around 10am for the latest update. Tell your friends you are going! When you arrive at the starting point look Ken with the 'KEN'S EVENTS'/MEETUP Flag or Badge.