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This group is sponsored by Escape Rooms Cardiff.
The Walking Social Club - making friends & adventures since March '24.
Welcome!
A free walking group with occasional events and activities, for adventure lovers who want to explore parts of South Wales and its surrounding areas of beauty.
For nature, city, and park walks, shorter routes are generally on weekday evenings, and longer ones on Sunday afternoons.
Social events & activities are varied and sporadic!
✌️ We welcome new, friendly faces. Come and say hi - we've all been newbies - I was nervous at my first event, too. (It would help if you had a photo on your profile so we know who you are.)
💎 Meetup IS free, with ads, but please be aware that they will push Meetup+ at you regularly. You do not have to take up their offer of free trial. Look out for the X to close the pop-ups.
⚠️ Be prepared! Please *read* the event description, check the weather forecast, and wear sensible, appropriate walking gear and boots. Routes and paths are often uneven, steep, wet, and muddy!
🐕 Dogs are very welcome on our walks (the more the merrier!) but must be kept on a lead in areas that require it. You must be comfortable walking with dogs, as they usually attend every walk.
🥪 Bring some water and some snacks if you get hangry. Some bring a light-packed lunch, and we usually stop for 20 minutes at the top. Consider getting a cheap seat pad to park yourself on; they are very handy.
🕒 Please update your RSVP if you can no longer attend, as it saves us from hanging around. ❌ A '3 No-shows and out' rule applies to those who can't remember. End times are always estimated (please don't make plans immediately after the end time).
📷 Not everyone wants their photo taken; politely ask before taking pictures of other members at any point during a walk. Please message me if you want a photo of yourself removed.
🗺️ Please remain with the group. If you are ahead, please wait at the next plateau or fork in the path. If you get lost, message the walk leader; they will be waiting for you further along the route. If you find yourself falling behind, make an extra effort to catch up, or give a shout, as we can't always provide a backstop. We generally walk 3pmh/5kmph on flat, but overall we're only as fast as our slowest walker, and we're all ok with that.
💬 We have a WhatsApp Community, it’s a simple space to chat, coordinate lifts, suggest hikes, and reach out when needed.
Totally optional to join (and yes, muting is highly recommended 😄). Ask any member to add you!
⭐ If you consider leaving us a public review, it helps the group grow, but please remember you're *not* rating the weather, the music, your cold chips, or if you didn't like the hills or the view at the top! You are rating the group's event that we volunteer our time to organise for you to enjoy.
🌎 Please feel free to suggest a route you'd like to take or an activity you'd like to do; we love exploring new areas and experiencing new things.
ℹ️ Let us know if you have any questions about the route, additional requirements, needs or health issues you feel we should be aware of.
🏞️ If you're looking for more local rambles, join the lovely bunch at Cardiff Walking & Outdoors Group.
Catch you at the next one.
Calum, Shaun, Diane, Sandy, Chris, Rach, Molly, Zola & Syd 🤓🤠😺😎🧑🙋♀️🐾🐾🐾
This group is sponsored by Escape Rooms Cardiff.
-DISCLAIMER -
Everyone participating in any 'The Walking Social Club' event does so at their own risk. You are always responsible for your safety.
The group is not a registered organisation, community interest, or business, has no employees, and can not be responsible for you.
The group does not employ or provide qualified guides, leaders, or first aiders at any event.
When attending any event, there may be risks associated with high terrain, cattle, obstacles, and other hazards for which the group is not responsible.
No host or leader assumes responsibility for anyone attending an event and is not responsible or legally liable for any accident, injury, or loss resulting from any event or in connection with travel to an event.
Outdoor activities require practical and appropriate equipment (boots, clothing, and waterproofs). You may wish to take out suitable insurance to cover you for any activity at an event.
While accepting no responsibility or liability for events organised, the event host or walk leader may, at their discretion, refuse to admit you to the walk or event.
Upcoming events
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St Govans Head and the Lilly Ponds Circular. Diane's Birthday Weekend
Broadhaven South Carpark, Windsor Road, Bosherston, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, SA71 5DR, Pembroke, GBParking at Broadhaven South Carpark, we follow the coast path to St Governs Head with its beautiful chapel in the cliffs, then inland through Bosherton and around the stunning Lilley Ponds. We will pass the standing stone Samson's Jack on the way to Stackpole Quay and follow the coast path through Barafundle Bay and Broadhaven back to the carpark.
Distance: 9.1 miles / 14.6km
Elevation: 929ftGoogle Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/FAQbgRhEjtW2QME19?g_st=acwhat3words:
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Escape Rooms Cardiff52 attendees
National Botanic Gardens of Wales (you need a ticket)
National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Middleton Hall, Llanarthne, SA32 8HN, Carmarthen, GBLength: approx 6 mile walk, plus gardens
Difficulty: easy to moderateParking is free
One for the nature lovers! We will take a route around the Waun Las nature reserve, followed by a mooch around the botanic gardens and glass houses at our leisure.
This walk requires you to purchase a ticket to enter the grounds of the National Botanic Gardens of Wales.
DISCOUNT when you BOOK ONLINE, Adult ticket = £18.14
Please buy your ticket in advance. We are a large group, waiting until the day will delay us starting. Also I will need to provide numbers to the venue beforehand.
https://botanicgarden.wales/visit-2/
(Scroll to bottom of page for TICKETS)Location: National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Middleton Hall, Llanarthne SA32 8HN
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This is a weekend that dogs on leads are allowed in! Note that dogs aren't allowed in the glass house or tropical house, and must not be on an extendable lead.
The National Botanic Garden of Wales is a charity dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in the science and conservation of plants, especially those in Wales. They have over 5000 species of plants. Home to over 600 types of butterfly & moth, 70 species of bees, over 500 native plant species, more than 100 varieties of birds, plus frogs, toads, palmate newts, common lizards, grass snakes, slow worms, and 20 species of mammal including dormice, otters and bats.
Website says there are no bins, please take any waste home with you.
There is a café and shop on site, though I will probs bring sandwiches too.
Their website for TICKETS & further info:
https://botanicgarden.wales/visit-2/
(Scroll to bottom of page for tickets)Link to audio trail tracks for Waun Las nature reserve:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4TJFWTKYCqekUmBl6jb7hY?si=fc5g0ZC7T1aPcHFMZP8guQ&utm_source=copy-link&pi=x3q547OJSfupD&sci=spotify%3Acard-config%3A5ACjBXUwYZ4jsAQ5NVbeThis event is sponsored by www.EscapeRoomsCardiff.co.uk
30 attendees- $1.00
Escape Rooms Cardiff / Walk / Pint
Escape Rooms Cardiff, 119 St Mary Street ,, Cardiff, GBStarting with a 60-minute walk around Bute Park, up to Blackweir bridge. followed by a 60-minute adventure challenge at our official sponsor, Escape Rooms Cardiff mates-rates of course. Afterwards, we can head over to Spoons for a pint at 2030 if you're interested.
Alternatively, if you'd prefer to skip the walk and just play, you can meet us directly at the Escape Rooms Cardiff reception at 1930.
To secure your spot, there's a one-off, non-refundable payment upon booking. Once made you will be taken off the waiting list.
If you're a regular member or have attended an event this year, the cost is £14 per person.
If you're new, you're welcome to join us at a discounted rate of £20 per person.
*Friends & Family Paypal (or full price if you'd rather via Paypal business)
www.PayPal.me/calumrossjonesI've reserved three rooms for 15 players for now:
- Cardiff Castle - Reforged (new this year)
- Oculus 2 - Harold's House' (Newish serial killer room)
- 'The 13th Floor' (award winner, spooky hotel elevator)
If you haven't when you RSVP'd, please comment with your top preferred room choices or rooms you've already done.
Please RSVP by Monday, August 31st, so I can release any unbooked rooms. If you comment about availability after this date, I'll do my best to accommodate.
If you're unfamiliar with Escape Rooms Cardiff, feel free to visit their website at www.EscapeRoomsCardiff.co.uk. They have well over 5,000 five-star reviews, and people of all ages and interests genuinely enjoy the experience!
34 attendees 
New Orleans Jazz - Full House Brass Band
Pipes Brewery, 183a Kings Road, Cardiff, GBBack with the blast of the big sousaphone, Full House Brass Band will be taking to the stage at King's Road Yard for some more NOLA' goodness.
Expect funky horns, grooving drums and an overall celebration of all things Crescent City, taking you down the mississippi to that good city of New Orleans.
Pizza's available from Tom's Pizza
Drinks available from Pipes' BreweryDoors 7.30
Music 8 - 9.30/9.45 with a short breakFor new faces, if you would like to meet, I will be at the bar at 730 for ten minutes before going in.
Beyond that, there is no meetup point or time for these casual live events, unless discussed in the chat. It's pretty fluid so come as you please. All are welcome.
The event space is right at the back of the Kings Road Yard lane.
This group is sponsored by
Escape Rooms CardiffTickets here:
https://www.ticketsource.com/merlemusicevents/full-house-brass-band/e-rpvjvy23 attendees
Past events
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