Afternoon Activities London

Communi-TEA: A Women's Wellness Event & Afternoon Tea

**Communi-TEA is a women-only afternoon of tea, wellbeing, gentle activities and good conversation at Battersea Arts Centre on Saturday 6 June, 12pm–4pm.** Hosted by **Her Way Forward**, this is a relaxed community event for local women who want to take a little time for themselves, meet others, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space. You do not need to know anyone before you come. You can come with a friend, bring a family member, or come on your own. There will be friendly faces, tea, gentle activities and support throughout the afternoon. **What to expect:** * Afternoon tea and refreshments * Gentle movement * Community talks * Arts and crafts * Hair and wellbeing advice * Raffle prize draw * Time to chat, connect and meet other local women This event is **women only**. Mums, carers, aunties, sisters, neighbours and friends are all welcome, but this is not a children’s activity. **Event details:** 📍 Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill, London SW11 5TN 📅 Saturday 6 June 2026 ⏰ 12pm–4pm 🎟 £3 entry, including one raffle ticket All proceeds support women in Wandsworth through Her Way Forward. Come as you are. We would love to welcome you. Tickets available: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/communi-tea-by-her-way-forward-tickets-1988421261520

Music in the afternoon

**We trot along to a favourite venue on Chatterton rd, this afternoon.** Brian Williams…..guitar and vocals and Ross Jacques on harmonica (he’s good but not able to sing at the same time!) produce music from 60s onwards, Both extremely competent and entertaining musicians. There are also floor spots if you fancy doing a turn. The venue is a micro pub and cafe and there is free local parking after 2.30. The gig is free but a hat goes round with the expectation of a fiver’s contribution. No real food at the cafe, but there are local sandwich vendors and Giles, the owner, is fine about bringing food in. Obviously this is a business so please buy at least one drink.

🗣️ Arabic Practice Circle: Social & Structured Session

A regular meetup for those committed to practising and improving their Arabic. It is designed for those who know the very basics and want a structured opportunity to practise reading, listening, speaking, and building confidence. If you're still learning the very basics but want some motivation to keep going, you're very welcome to join. Note: This is a practice group facilitated by a native speaker - not a formal teacher or taught class, and not a Quran teaching session. 📚 SESSION FORMAT: ⏱️ 30 mins Intro & Social: We'll go around and introduce ourselves in Arabic. Feel free to prepare 2-3 sentences beforehand if you don't like being put on the spot! 🗣️ 60 mins Structured Practice: A focused session practising together with guidance : ◾ Taking turns reading passages aloud ◾ Listening to excerpts from an audiobook ◾ Working together to translate and understand the text 💬 Continued Socialising: Feel free to stick around afterwards for more informal chat and connection. ✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a practice session requiring mental engagement and active participation (and not just a social), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose. 📍 LOCATION: Barbican ⌚ MEET: By the cafe G Level (Benugo) ⏱️ TIME: Meet from **11:00am** for intros and socialising. The practice session starts promptly at **11:30am** insha'Allah. 🎒 What to bring: 📚 Any Arabic texts you would like to read 🎧 Headphones (optional, if you prefer listening privately) ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ If you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to free up your spot for someone on the waiting list. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)** *(Follow for latest events updates)*

Afternoon Coffee @ Natural History Museum

*** **Afternoon Coffee Social at Natural History Museum followed by \|Museum Exploration** Join us for an unforgettable day bursting with good vibes 😄, great company 🤗, and a sprinkle of adventure ✨ at the world-renowned Natural History Museum in South Kensington, London! 🏛️ Nestled in the heart of the city’s museum district, this iconic institution, housed in a stunning Victorian Romanesque building since 1881, is a treasure trove of natural wonders 🌍. With over 80 million specimens spanning billions of years, from dinosaur fossils 🦖 to sparkling gems 💎, the museum is a global leader in scientific discovery and a must-visit for explorers of all ages! 🌟 Kick off the afternoon with us at the vibrant **Garden Kitchen** ☕, just outside the museum’s **East Gate** 🚪. We’ve reserved a sunny table ☀️ near the café entrance, perfect for soaking up the atmosphere while sipping on expertly crafted coffee or tea 🍵. This is your chance to connect with new friends and share lively conversation 🗣️ amidst the lush greenery of the museum’s outdoor space—no need to enter the museum itself to join the fun! 🎉 After our café meetup, we’ll venture into the museum in small, friendly groups to explore its awe-inspiring exhibits 🕵️‍♂️. Marvel at the towering Diplodocus skeleton in the Hintze Hall 🦕, uncover the mysteries of the Earth’s past in the geology galleries 🌋, or lose yourself in the interactive wonders of the Darwin Centre 🔬. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious, the museum’s breathtaking displays will ignite your imagination! 🚀 No tickets? No worries! 😎 Entry to the Natural History Museum is free 🎟️, but if you’d like to secure a spot or have any questions, I’ve got a set of tickets reserved just in case—reach out to me on WhatsApp (check the comments below for details) 📱. Bring your enthusiasm, a sense of wonder, and let’s make this a day to remember! 🎊 📍 **Meeting Point:** Enter through the **East Gate** 🚶 and head to the **Garden Kitchen** outside (no need to go inside the museum). Look for our sunny table ☀️ near the café entrance. 💬 **Contact:** WhatsApp me for tickets or details (see comments) 📲 Let’s create unforgettable memories at one of London’s most spectacular landmarks—see you there! 🥳 ### Support Our Amazing London Event Hosts! **🙌** Our incredible crew of hosts is the heartbeat of London’s buzzing meetup scene, bringing people together for unforgettable experiences that spark connection, growth, and fun! 🌟 From museum adventures to flirty dating mixers, these rockstar hosts pour their energy, time, and passion into creating events that level up your social and communication skills. But hosting isn’t easy—it takes resources, effort, and heart. 💖 Please consider supporting our hosts with a donation to keep the good vibes flowing and help us make London the ultimate social hub! 🚀 Below, meet our hosts for this event and see how you can chip in to fuel their amazing work. **Zen & The Meetup Groups** *The Visionary Social Connector* Zen, our AI guru with 25 years in the game, founded these meetups to transform his own social skills and now helps others do the same. From sparking in-person networking to coordinating epic events, Zen’s passion for connection is unstoppable. Help him keep the momentum going! Support Zen: Donate to cover event planning tools, venue bookings, and more. **[Donation Link](https://paypal.me/Zenswalks)** **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/zensocietyofexplorers/](https://www.instagram.com/zensocietyofexplorers/) **⚠️ For anyone having trouble RSVPing to our events using the App, you need to uninstall it and use the website instead. The app is broken.** **Our WhatsApp group:** [See private comment below] **You must introduce yourself on the whatsapp group when you join the whatsapp group or you will be removed.** IMPORTANT: Once you have joined the group READ the Whatsapp Group Description for the rules. These include: ASK permission in-person or using the @ tag before DM unless in THE DM ROOM whatsapp group. Do not promote other events, paid or free. Do not post or invite to other groups. DISCLAIMER ON MEETUP PAGE APPLIES. Host and Organiser and "Zen" is not responsible in any form for anything that arises from use of these groups. **Attendee Numbers & Guest Lists:** We have this event listed on two groups and the guest list includes attendees from both. You can see the list of attendees here: [https://www.meetup.com/london-social-exploration/events/](https://www.meetup.com/london-social-exploration/events/) [https://www.meetup.com/london-socials-for-singles/events/](https://www.meetup.com/london-socials-for-singles/events/) **Disclaimer**: By attending this event you agree that your safety is your own responsibility. By attending any event you agree that the organiser/host is not responsible or liable for the safety of any member, or any member’s guests. By attending the event you accept our policy. This event will be held in conjunction with a non-singles meetup group

INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 AFTERNOONS

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-52/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-afternoons-52/) ⋆⋆⋆ **Suitable for:** Confident beginners **Course length:** 6 weeks – afternoons **Dates:** See below for individual dates/times **Key tools:** Marking tools, hand saws, chisels, hand planes **Project:** Flip-lid dovetail box **Details:** An absorbing five-week course for confident beginners and an enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this five-week course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass-backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes. This well-proportioned flip-lidded box is constructed of European redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project. You will take home a treasure to treasure- and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come. If your keyboard-weary hands have been needing the skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well-equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork. **Key skills:** * Measuring marking and cutting dovetail joints to make an accurate framed box. * Planing and shaping a hardwood lid to fit the softwood frame base. * Making and fitting a hardwood dowel joint to attach the frame base to the lid.

Learn & Play Riichi Mahjong Sunday Afternoon Session

Japanese Riichi Mahjong is a fun game for 4 people but beware it is very addictive ;-)Beginners are welcome. Our hosts and regulars will be glad to show you the basics to get you started on this fun game. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ The board game cafe charges per session are food and drink minimum spend requirement of £15 plus £6.50 cover charge. The Library Pot menu https://librarypot.uk/menu/ **Please don't bring any food or drink to be consumed on the premises.** Sorry no bicycles or buggies of any type inside. DISCLAIMER: By joining in on any of our Meetup activities you agree and accept, that, by the simple act of attending, you are fully responsible for your own safety & well-being and that you will not hold the Host/s responsible in any way for any injuries or other loss that you may suffer.

🔴⛰️ Hike: Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve (Petersfield Circular)

⛰️ Petersfield Curcular via the Ashford Hangers National Nature Reserve, a beautiful area which has been called Little Switzerland due to its wooded hills. The name Hanger comes from the Old English Hangra, meaning "wooded hillside". This lovely farmland and woodland trail that takes you along scenic paths where you can take in the views and keep an eye out for wildlife between the trees and in the fields! 🔴 **HIKE:** 📏 26km (16 miles) 🏔️ Elev. Gain: **800m** 💓 Av. Pace: 5.2km/h *✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.* 📍 **Meet at:** **Waterloo: Opposite Platform 3** 🔄 **Start/End:** **Petersfield Station /** [Waterloo] ⌚ **Meet from:** 9:31, the train departs at **10:03** *[arrives 11:40 at Petersfield \ Return train aimed at 6:24pm.]* **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. **Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket** We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ **Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)** I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this: 💳 **PayPal Here** *Please send via **Friends & Family** and make sure no fee is charged.* ⏳**Deadline:** [Time/Date]. 📱 **Confirmation:** Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid. *ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Waterloo, on-board train **🎒 Essentials to Bring** * **Gear:** Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing. * **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and 1.5–2L of water. * **Tech:** Fully charged phone + portable power bank. * **Safety:** Emergency whistle + Headtorch (winter). * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand. Be ready to join the group promptly to keep us on schedule **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**

AFTERNOON TEA: Fathers' Day

Greenford to Little Venice (Nature walk along The Grand Union Canal) with Paul

Come with me on an enjoyable flat walk from Greenford to Little Venice walking along the Grand Union Canal walking distance 8 miles approx. We will meet at Greenford Station at 11 am, and leave at 11.10 am to go Mcdonald's for a hot drink. After our hot drink we walk to The Grand Union Canal, and start our walk along this picturesque canal. Lunch will be at The Grand Junction Arms {I will need to book lunch so please advise me if you want lunch}. or we bring our own. After lunch, we will walk to Little Venice where our walk ends. With Warwick Avenue underground station and Paddington Station less than 10 minutes away. For those that want to leave after lunch there is a bus stop outside the pub, where you can get a bus to Warwick Avenue Underground station and various other destinations. Also Harlesden Station is few minutes walk away, where you can get overground and underground trains.} £7 meet up fee payable on arrival. {please have the right change} If you have a knee problem or walk slow, this walk is not for you. If you need any more details please Paul on 07530 675739. (Not a smart phone) \*JOIN OUR 45+ NOT GRUMPY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY \* \*[https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/](https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/) <[https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/](https://www.facebook.com/45plusnotgrumpy/)\>\*

Books for Cooks - lunch inside a bookshop!

👩‍🍳 **Good food, great cookbooks, and even better company.** This meetup takes us to Books for Cooks, a charming Notting Hill spot where a cookbook shop meets a working kitchen. We’ll browse shelves filled with inspiring food books, then enjoy freshly made dishes prepared from the very recipes around us. [You can find more information on the bookshop’s website here. ](https://www.booksforcooks.com/story.html) **Lunch costs around £10 and is served strictly at 12.** It’s a relaxed, sociable setting - perfect for chatting, sharing a meal, and connecting with fellow food and culture lovers over something a little different. 📕 **How the meetup will flow** We’ll start by gathering outside Books for Cooks at 11am and we’ll wait 10-15mins for everyone to arrive. We will then go inside and have a relaxed browse through the shelves - a great way to break the ice and discover new favourites. After that, we’ll move to the café area to enjoy one of their freshly prepared dishes, all cooked from book recipes in-store. We’ll keep things easy-going, with plenty of time to chat, share recommendations, and connect over good food and books before wrapping up. 🍽️**Who this is for** This meetup is ideal for anyone who enjoys good food, great conversation, and discovering unique places. Whether you’re a keen home cook, a casual foodie, or just looking to meet like-minded people in a relaxed setting, you’ll feel right at home. Come solo or with a friend - it’s all about easy conversation and shared experience. **Important to note** 1. They don’t accommodate dietary requirements. 2. Lunch is served strictly at 12pm and costs around £10. 3. There is no option to choose meals except for dessert. 4. We can’t book and we’ll need to queue outside. 5. We may not find space in the cafe in which case we’ll go elsewhere. 6. This is perfect for you if you love an adventure. Avoid if you get annoyed with queues or might get disappointed if we don’t find a table.

Treasures & Treats: V&A East Storehouse Adventure + Afternoon Coffee Social ☕🎨

Treasures & Treats: V&A East Storehouse Adventure + Afternoon Coffee Social ☕🎨 Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of wonder and warmth at London's innovative cultural hub – the V&A East Storehouse! 🌟 As part of the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), the world's leading museum of art, design, and performance founded in 1852, the East Storehouse opened in 2025 in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. It provides unprecedented public access to over 250,000 artifacts, 350,000 books, and 1,000 archives from the V&A's vast collection, spanning 5,000 years of human creativity in fields like fashion, textiles, furniture, ceramics, and more. We'll kick off with a fascinating self-guided exploration of this extraordinary open-storage space: marvel at rare fashion garments, intricate textiles, elegant furniture, shimmering ceramics and glass, captivating sculptures, and inspiring design history that will leave you wide-eyed and buzzing with curiosity! 🧵🪑🖼️ Then, we'll gather in the cozy on-site café for delicious afternoon coffee, cakes, and great conversation – the perfect way to unwind and chat about our favorite discoveries. ☕🍰 Whether you're an art buff, design enthusiast, or just love a good caffeine fix with friendly faces, this is the ultimate relaxing-yet-exciting meetup! Come solo or bring a friend – everyone's welcome! ✨ ### \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Some Tips:** 1. **Let’s all commit to updating our RSVPs if plans change**—it helps us plan better and ensures great attendance for everyone. If you RSVP “yes” but don’t attend and don’t update your RSVP, you may be removed from the group to keep things fair. No stress, though—you can rejoin for a small £10 fee! Just send me a DM, and I’ll share the PayPal details to get you back in. 2. **Turn Up on Time at the start!** This helps the quality of the event and helps you. 3. If you are struggling with the **app**, use the web page instead, that's what I use. 4. **Attendee Numbers & Guest Lists:** We have this event listed at least on two groups and the guest list includes attendees from all. You can see the list of attendees here: [https://www.meetup.com/zensingles/](https://www.meetup.com/zensingles/) [https://www.meetup.com/cityzenlondon/](https://www.meetup.com/cityzenlondon/) [https://www.meetup.com/LoveLife](https://www.meetup.com/LoveLife) 5. Join our **social media**: **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/cityzen.london/](https://www.instagram.com/cityzen.london/) **X:** https://x.com/CityZenLondon 6. **Our WhatsApp group:** [See private comment in the comments section below]. We have a few rules including no ads, no DMs unless recipient is in the "Direct Messaging List" or risk removal and £10 rejoin fee. 7. **Support Our Amazing London Event Hosts! 🙌** Our incredible crew of hosts is the heartbeat of London’s buzzing meetup scene, bringing people together for unforgettable experiences that spark connection, growth, and fun! 🌟 From museum adventures to flirty dating mixers, these rockstar hosts pour their energy, time, and passion into creating events that level up your social and communication skills. But hosting isn’t easy—it takes resources, effort, and heart. 💖 Please consider supporting our hosts with a donation to keep the good vibes flowing and help us make London the ultimate social hub! 🚀 Below, meet our hosts for this event and see how you can chip in to fuel their amazing work. 8. To encourage signing up early to events and regulate the number of attendees a late joiner/overflow fee may be applied to an event for any **additional** people wanting to join the event. This may happen on the day or even an hour before the event. So there may be people who obtained a free RSVP to network with our group and some who had to pay. If you have successfully signed up to our event on meetup paid or not then you are in. Happy networking **Zen & The Meetup Groups** *The Visionary Social Connector* Zen, our AI guru with 25 years in the game, founded these meetups to transform his own social skills and now helps others do the same. From sparking in-person networking to coordinating epic events, Zen’s passion for connection is unstoppable. Help him keep the momentum going! Support Zen: Donate to cover event planning tools, venue bookings, and more. **[Donation Link](https://paypal.me/Zenswalks)** \*\*\*\* **Disclaimer, Liability Waiver & Media Consent** By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following: **Organiser Identity** – The organiser operates under the community name **“ZEN”**, which is used as an alias for privacy and branding purposes. By joining, you understand that “ZEN” refers to the organiser and/or designated hosts of this event. **Assumption of Risk** – You understand and accept that participation in any social, recreational, or group activity involves inherent risks, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, property damage, or other unforeseen incidents. You voluntarily choose to attend at your own sole risk. **Personal Responsibility** – You are solely responsible for your own safety, health, wellbeing, and personal belongings at all times. It is your responsibility to exercise good judgment, act responsibly, and take appropriate precautions before, during, and after the event. **No Organiser Liability** – The organiser, hosts, volunteers, and the community known as **ZEN** accept no responsibility and shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, accident, theft, or any other issue that may arise as a result of your participation. **Guests** – If you bring guests, you accept full responsibility for their conduct, safety, and understanding of this disclaimer. **Independent Event** – This event may be held in conjunction with other social or non-singles meetup groups. ZEN is not responsible for the actions, behaviour, or arrangements of any third parties. **Media Consent** – By attending this event, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded. You grant ZEN and its organisers the irrevocable right to use such images and recordings for promotional, marketing, social media, and community purposes without compensation or further approval. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, it is your responsibility to inform the organiser in advance and to remove yourself from areas where filming or photography is taking place. **Acceptance of Terms** – By attending, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted this disclaimer. You release ZEN, its organisers, hosts, volunteers, and members from all claims, demands, or causes of action, whether known or unknown, arising out of your participation or the use of photography/videography captured at the event. Your attendance at this event signifies your full acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree, you should not attend.

Sundays Badminton, Table Tennis & Pickleball at Southwark, London