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The Thames Path, Part 4. (14 Miles/22KM)
Sat, Oct 31, 10:45 AM**Do this walk because** \- its a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London\. We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks over a 24 month period. Estimated completion is May 2028. We're doing this hike with [Variety is the Spice](https://www.meetup.com/variety-is-the-spice-meetup-group/) Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk. **Walk facts (Stage 4)** **Form:** Linear walk from Newbridge to Oxford. **Distance:** Approximately 14 miles / 22km **Duration:** Walking time circa 5.5 hours. **Grade:** Easy. During wet weather the paths can become muddy. **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** Our route will generally follow the Thames Path. We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames. **Meeting at** Outside [The Rose Revived](https://www.chefandbrewer.com/pubs/oxfordshire/rose-revived) pub, Newbridge. We'll be outside The Rose Revived at 10:45am. We'll start walking at 10:50am. **Travel to the start of the walk** The start location for this walk is very difficult to get to with public transport. It may be possible to join Carl at Reading and travel by car to the start of the walk (subject to space in the car). Please contact Carl if you’d like a lift. A £5 donation is requested for the return journey to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). **Travel home after the walk** Public transport options from Oxford are quite good. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

The Thames Path, Part 5 (13 Miles/20KM)
Sat, Nov 21, 10:10 AM**Do this walk because** \- it's a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London\. We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks over a 24 month period. Estimated completion is May 2028. We're doing this hike with [Variety is the Spice](https://www.meetup.com/variety-is-the-spice-meetup-group/) Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk. **Walk facts (Stage 5)** **Form:** Linear walk from Oxford to Abingdon (finishes at Culham station). **Distance:** Approximately 13 miles / 20km **Duration:** Walking time circa 5 hours. **Grade:** Easy. During wet weather the paths can become muddy. **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames. This walk carries us from Oxford’s historic spires into quiet riverside meadows, with long, peaceful stretches of the Thames guiding us to all the way to Abingdon. In the event that the River Thames is flooding an alternative walk will be offered. **Meeting at** Outside Oxford railway station. We'll be outside the station entrance at 10:10am. We'll start walking at 10:15am. **Travel to the start of the walk** There is a regular train service from Paddington to Oxford. **Travel home after the walk** There is a regular train service from Culham station to Paddington and other destinations. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

Community Event: Sutton Soup
Thu, Oct 22, 5:30 PMPlease join us for a local Community/Charity event: **Sutton Soup** \- It's the sociable way of raising money for local good causes\. You come along and pay £5 for a meal of homemade soup and bread. You get to hear four pitches from local people who need funding for a project that benefits the Sutton community. You get to vote for the one you like best. The winner of the vote gets to keep ALL the money we take on the door on the night. That means your £5! By coming together that £5 turns into hundreds of pounds for the winner. **Schedule of events:** 18:30 - Meet at All Bar One for a cuppa 19:15 - Head to the church for Sutton soup (You can meet us there) **Other Details:** Tickets - You can reserve a ticket [here](https://suttonsoup.org.uk/). This is not required but helps them get an estimate of how much soup to make. Cost: £5 at the door Food and drink: The £5 gets you delicious soup and bread. It may not be a full meal for some, so eat before if you want a fuller dinner. Drinks can be bought at the venue - Yes, they serve wine and beer in the Church for this event. Dogs: Not welcome this time :(

🎄Xmas Cards To Elderly in Care Homes
Tue, Oct 6, 5:30 PMWe will be writing Christmas cards with warm festive messages to elderly people in residential care homes. Many people in residential care do not receive regular visits and Christmas can be particularly isolating. This small act of kindness can help them to not feel as lonely during the Christmas period. Join us, and send some smiles across the miles to those who need them most. I’ll provide the Xmas cards and all the writing material you will need to brighten someone’s day. All you need to bring is your wonderful self! If it’s your first time, don't worry, I’ll have guidelines and inspirational suggestions. \*\*\* POLITE REMINDERS\*\*\* * If you click to attend but then can’t come, PLEASE change your RSVP to say you are no longer attending. This will then allow your space to go to another volunteer who can come instead. * This is a safe and respectful gathering. So please remember to always act respectfully and to be mindful of each other's boundaries. \*\*\* HOW TO FIND US \*\*\* We will be in Paul’s, which is just opposite Earls Court tube station. Look for the table with lots of stationary on it!

Searching for Pearls: Exploring Spiritual Words
Sun, Oct 18, 1:00 PMThroughout history, many words and writings have held a special meaning for people or communities. From a story to a letter, they have all been called sacred at some point. In this workshop, we’ll explore what it means for certain words to be considered sacred and what it is that makes them sacred. Once we’ve explored those questions, we’ll also discover a method for how we can search out those little pearls of meaning that speak to us. **Suggested donation £10** for those who can afford to make a contribution. We are a registered charity. Please give what you can.

Balancers Community Volunteering - Clothing Distribution
Thu, Oct 8, 5:00 PMHi Balancers, We believe community is about more than meeting new people. It's also about showing up for those who need support. As part of our ongoing partnership with Refugee Community Kitchen, we're inviting you to join us for a different kind of volunteering session. This time, we’re joining **Refugee Community Kitchen (RCK)** at their Goodge Street service to provide essential clothing to people who need it. 👕 **HOW IT WORKS** We’ll meet at **6:00 PM in front of the Dominion Theatre**. From there, we’ll cross the road to Primark and split into small groups. Each group will be given a few essential clothing items to find and buy. Once we’re done, we’ll walk about **5 minutes to Goodge Street**, join the RCK service and distribute the clothing while their team serves food. ♻️ **HAVE CLOTHES YOU DON’T USE ANYMORE?** You’re also welcome to bring a **small amount of clean, good-condition clothing** that you no longer use and would be happy to donate. Please only bring a few items, as we have **very limited storage space** and may not be able to take large bags of clothes. **🍻 AFTER VOLUNTEERING** For anyone who wants to stick around, we’ll head to a nearby pub for a drink after the session. A chance to relax, chat and get to know each other a little better. 💷 **CHIPPING IN** We’ll collect contributions from the group and use the full amount to buy the clothing that evening. If you can, **bring some cash** — but there’s absolutely no pressure to contribute much. Even **£1 helps**, and you’re just as welcome to volunteer regardless of how much you contribute. 💬 **Join our Volunteer WhatsApp group for updates and coordination:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1) 🤝 **NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED** We’ll explain everything on the day. Just bring yourself and be ready to help. **Good to know:** 📍 Meet: In front of the Dominion Theatre ⏰ 6:00 PM 👕 Primark is directly across the road 🚶 Goodge Street is around 5 minutes away As always, Respect, Kindness and Authenticity come first. We’re there to support people with dignity and without judgment. Let’s keep showing what our community can do when we act with heart. See you there 💛
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