What we’re about
👋 Welcome to Our Hiking Group!
Escape the city and explore Britain’s countryside with a welcoming community of nature lovers. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, you’ll find fresh air, adventure, and good company here.
🌱 About Us
Founded in April 2025, we’re a group of outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy exploring trails and building connections. Our aim is to create a respectful, inclusive space where people can discover the outdoors together.
🤝 How We’re Run
The group is run by a small volunteer team. We plan and lead hikes as peers, not professionals, and make decisions with the community’s best interests in mind.
✅ Who Can Join
Adults aged 21+ are welcome. For safety and inclusivity, children and pets are not permitted.
💰 Cost
All hikes are free – just sign up, turn up, and enjoy the trail.
🥾 Our Walks
We run 10–20 mile hikes across London and the surrounding counties, from scenic woodlands to rolling hills (and the occasional muddy field!). Some routes are beginner-friendly, others more challenging, but all offer fresh air, adventure, and good company.
🌄 What to Expect
Expect a friendly welcome at the meeting point, a steady group pace with regular breaks, and a mix of solo adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. Many hikes finish near a café or pub for a relaxed catch-up, and the occasional scenic detour is all part of the fun! 🍓
💪 Fitness & Readiness
Most hikes require moderate fitness and the ability to walk 4–6 km/h at a steady pace. Check each event description for details.
🗺️ Hike Difficulty Levels
- Easy: up to 12 km, mostly flat
- Easy/Moderate: up to 15 km, some slopes
- Moderate: up to 20 km, mixed terrain, moderate fitness
- Moderate/Strenuous: up to 30 km, steep sections, experienced hikers
- Strenuous: 30+ km, rough terrain, advanced hikers
- 👉 Full grading reference available HERE.
👨👩👧👦 Travel
Most hikes are accessible by public transport. You’ll need to buy your own ticket. Where possible, we may coordinate group travel options such as Southern Railway DaySave tickets (£13 advance, same-train travel). Network Railcards may also reduce costs, check National Rail for details.
📍 Meeting Points
Some hikes offer two meeting options: a London station for group travel, or the official starting point.
🎒 What to Bring
- Packed lunch and snacks
- At least 2L water
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Layers and waterproofs
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Personal medication / blister plasters / first aid basics
- Optional: walking poles
- Fully charged phone
👣 Staying Together
Please keep others in sight and avoid straying too far ahead or behind. If you’re at the front, pause at junctions; if you’re at the back, stay close enough to see someone ahead. It’s everyone’s responsibility to help keep the group together.
🌿 Safety & Responsibility
Your safety is your own responsibility. Hiking carries risks such as injury, illness, weather, terrain, and wildlife. Please be honest about your fitness, bring the right kit, and prepare for changing conditions.
Carry sufficient food and water, dress appropriately, and keep your phone fully charged. Download offline maps as signal may be limited. Personal accident insurance is your responsibility.
Organisers may decline participation if they believe safety could be at risk.
🩺 Illness Policy
Please do not attend if you are unwell or recovering from illness. Even mild symptoms can affect your experience and the wellbeing of others. Join us again once you’re fully recovered so you can enjoy the hike safely.
⚠️ Code of Conduct
- Be respectful, kind, and welcoming to all members and trail users.
- Follow safety advice, local laws, and organiser instructions.
- No smoking, drugs, or alcohol (unless explicitly allowed).
- Unsafe, disruptive, or disrespectful behaviour will not be tolerated and may lead to removal from the group.
🌱 Respect for Nature
- Leave No Trace: take your rubbish home.
- Stay on marked paths.
- Do not disturb wildlife or remove plants.
- Respect landowners, gates, and signage.
📅 RSVP & Attendance
Only RSVP if you plan to attend, and update if your plans change. Please cancel at least 24 hours in advance. Frequent no-shows may lead to waitlisting or removal.
If you are a regular attendee and find yourself on the waitlist, please contact the event host or organiser. Regular members may be given priority, as their attendance is usually more reliable.
🧭 Navigation
Always read the event details and bring a map, GPS, or offline app. Let the organiser know if you leave the group. Share an emergency contact with someone you trust.
📸 Media
We may take group photos during events and share them on the Meetup page (visible to members). If you’d prefer not to appear, let the event host know and step out of the frame. Some photos may also be shared on our social media (e.g. Instagram, X, YouTube, LinkedIn), names or personal details will never be included.
⛈️ Event Cancellations
Hikes run in most weather but may be cancelled for safety or organiser availability. Always check the event page before travelling.
🗺️ Hike Guides
Our hikes are planned in advance and led by experienced volunteers. We choose routes with care and local knowledge, so everyone can enjoy the walk safely together. Please remember, we’re not professional guides.
🤔 New or Unsure?
Message the organisers – we’re happy to help.
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✅ Final Acknowledgement
By joining an activity, you confirm that you:
- Have read and understood our rules.
- Acknowledge that you take part at your own risk.
- Please note that organisers, guides, and event hosts are not liable for any accidents, injuries (including serious or fatal), illness, loss, damage, or disputes that may occur in connection with the event.
- Agree to follow these guidelines so everyone can enjoy safe and enjoyable hikes together.
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📢 Stay Connected
Follow us on: 📸 Instagram | 🐦 X | 🎥 YouTube | 💼 LinkedIn
We look forward to welcoming you on the trail 🥾. Let’s explore 🌍, connect 💬, and enjoy the outdoors together 🌞🍃.
Featured event
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🎅 FREE Arundel Festive Hike & Xmas Gathering [TABLE DEPOSIT REQUIRED] ✨
Join us for a relaxed winter hike to the historic town of Arundel, followed by a post-hike social at a restaurant offering an à la carte menu with plenty of delicious options. 🍽️🥂
Our journey begins along the banks of the River Arun, once a vital trade route and now a haven for wildlife, from salmon and sea trout to a wide variety of birdlife that makes the river popular with anglers and nature lovers alike.
The trail takes us through open fields and gentle inclines, with crisp countryside views and the quiet charm of a festive winter’s day. Midway, we’ll pause at a welcoming café or pub ☕❄️, the perfect chance to warm up with a hot drink or snack before continuing.
Our walk finishes in Arundel, a town brimming with history and character. From its majestic castle, home to the Dukes of Norfolk for over 850 years, to the tranquil Wetland Centre where kingfishers and otters can often be spotted, Arundel never fails to delight. During WWII, priceless National Gallery artworks were hidden within the castle walls, and today the town comes alive each August with its vibrant festival of music, art, and theatre.
With its picturesque medieval bridge over the River Arun and its role as a gateway to the South Downs, Arundel is the perfect place to round off our hike. You’ll also have free time to explore its cosy pubs, cafés, and festive atmosphere at your own pace. 🎁🌟
✅ WHO CAN JOIN:
- 🧑🤝🧑 Adults aged 21 and over
- 👶 For safety reasons, no children
- 🐾 No pets (some members have allergies or phobias)
💰 COST:
- The hike is Free
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XMAS SOCIAL EVENT - Table booking deposit required
After the hike, we’ll gather for a festive social with an à la carte menu, seasonal drinks, and a cheerful XMAS get-together to celebrate the season together.
- Venue: The Swan Hotel - Arundel ; What-3-Words
- À la carte menu options HERE
- Venue booking from 16:00 to 18:30
- We aim to catch the train 18:44 back to London
💷 The restaurant requires a £10 deposit when booking in advance to secure your seat. This amount will be deducted from your food and drink bill. In other words, you’ll get your £10 back through what you order.
Please only sign up if you are committed to attending. Your place at the hotel will only be confirmed once the deposit is paid.
Why do we ask for a deposit?
To confirm attendance.
💳 Please pay £10 per person hotel deposit direct to the organiser using secure payment: [https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_ctfL2tFnyzowi0]
IF you are booking for more than one person, click the link, then click Pay by easy bank transfer. After that, scroll down and click Other to display the account name and sort code necessary to complete your booking.
THEN whatsApp 07780 972 356 OR message AdrianB in Meetup the transation Id.
🔁 Refunds & Transfers
The deposit is non-refundable. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to another participant, just arrange the payment directly with them and inform the organiser of their name.
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🚆TRANSPORT OPTION 1: Arrange your own transport, by a return to Arundel.
🚆 TRANSPORT OPTION 2: Group tickets arranged by the organiser, click HERE
IF you want to organise your own group tickets you can do it HERE.
London Victoria - Arundel (Return):
- 💚 £13.00 with a DaySave Group Ticket
- 💛 £26.70 with a Network Railcard discount
- 🔺 £40.10 without a Railcard discount
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📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1 - (London departure):
- 09:00 – Meet at London Victoria station ticket office
- 09:20 – Leave the meeting point and board the train
- 09:35 – Train departs London Victoria (direct to Amberley)
- 10:58 – Train arrives Amberley
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2 - (Join at Amberley):
- 11:00 – Meet at Amberley train station
🚶 WALK STARTS:
- 11:00 – Amberley train station
🏁 WALK FINISHES:
- 15:00 – Arundel town centre
🍔 LUNCH:
- Bring a packed lunch
⏸️ BREAKS:
- Expect a pub or café stop and a few short breaks throughout the walk.
↩️ RETURN TRAINS TO LONDON:
- ~20 min walk from Arundel town centre to Arundel railway station
- 18:44 – Arrives London Victoria 20:25
- 19:14 – Arrives London Victoria 20:45
🚻 TOILETS:
- On the train before we begin walking
- Pub, Cafe
- Nature facilities
- Arundel town centre
⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY
- Distance: 15km (9 miles)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Ascent/Descent: 212 m ↑ / 508 m ↓
- Average pace: 4.5–5 km/h — slow lesiurly pace
- Walking time: ~3 hours
- Total time incl. breaks: ~4 hours
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- At least 2 L of water
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Layers and waterproof clothing
- Cold weather protection
- Medication and basic first aid
- Fully charged phone & power bank
- A happy festive spirit
📞CONTACT:
- Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.
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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm you’ve 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.
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📸 CREDITS:
- Image licensed from: https://www.robertharding.com/
Upcoming events
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FREE HIKE 25.5km | Ouse Valley Viaduct & Ardingly Reservoir
Blackfriars Train Station, Blackfriars, London EC4V 6BJ, London, GB📈 Grade: 🥾🥾🥾 🥾Level 4/5
SUMMARY:
🥾 25.5km (15.8miles) | Circular | Ascent: 530m | ~7 hours
🚆 Train from London Blackfriars train station
⛳️ Meeting Point: 2 Options
1- London Blackfriars train station - Main Ticket Office | 08:45 (Train is at 09:09)
2- Haywards Heath outside train station (Opposite Texaco Petrol station) | 10:00
📍 Hike start: Haywards Heath outside train station (Opposite Texaco Petrol station) | 10:10
🏁 Hike finish: Haywards Heath | approx. 17:00-18:00
⚠️ Some terrain can be muddy or uneven: good walking shoes recommended📖ABOUT:
- Get ready for a stunning circular hike! We will wander through rolling fields and ancient woodlands, pass the shimmering waters of Ardingly Reservoir, and cross the iconic Ouse Valley Viaduct. One of the most photogenic spots in Sussex. We will end the hike in the charming village of Lindfield.
- Expect a mix of peaceful country lanes, forest paths, and open trails. Sturdy shoes are a must, especially if it’s been raining.
- This one’s packed with views, nature, and plenty of fresh air. Don’t miss it!
🌟HIGHLIGHTS:
- Peaceful farmland and ancient woodlands
- Scenic Ardingly Reservoir views
- The breathtaking Ouse Valley Viaduct – perfect photo stop!
- Wildlife spotting along the River Ouse
- A mix of open fields, shady woods, and country lanes
💡TIPS:
- Footwear: Sturdy, waterproof shoes are recommended. Some paths can be muddy after rain.
- Weather Prep: Bring layers and a waterproof jacket in case of changing weather.
- Food & Water: Pack snacks and plenty of water; there may be few shops along the way.
- Safety: Take care on narrow lanes where vehicles might pass.
💷COST:
Free🚆TRAINS | Direct
- Outbound: 09:09 from London Blackfriars train station
- Arrive Haywards Heath 09:59
- Inbound from Haywards Heath train station Approx. 18:00
- Visit National Rail for details
⛳️MEETING POINT & TIME:
- Meet: 2 Options
1- London Blackfriars train station - Main Ticket Office | 08:45
2- Haywards Heath outside train station (Opposite Texaco Petrol station) | 10:00 - Hike start: Outside Haywards Heath train station (Opposite Texaco Petrol station) | 10:10
- Hike finish: Haywards Heath | Approx. 17:00–18:00
🚏DISTANCE AND DIFFICULTY:
- Total distance: approx 25.5km (15.8miles)
- Ascent: 530 m
- Max elevation: 117 m
- Grading: 🥾🥾🥾🥾 Level 4/5
- Time: Approx. 7 hours (with breaks)
- Pace: 5 km/h (~3.1 mph)
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Water (2 litres recommended)
- Snacks and packed lunch
- Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing
- Sturdy shoes or hiking boots
✅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.
• ☑️ Everyone is welcome to RSVP, but to keep things fair for all members:
- If someone often cancels last minute or misses hikes without notice, they may be placed on a waitlist or removed from the group for future events.
- We do a quick check-in on the day of the hike, which helps us keep track and make sure spaces are available for those who really want to join.⚠️SAFETY:
As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.❗️NOTES:
- This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
- A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
- While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
- Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.
🚨DISCLAIMER:
Event Participation Disclaimer
By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:- The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
- These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
- The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
- Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
- These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
- Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.
🚨GENERAL GROUP POLICY:
- Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
- No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
- Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
- Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
- Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
- Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
- Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
- No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
- No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
- Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
- First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carries a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.
🚨FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.89 attendees
FREE HIKE 27km | The Kentish Downs Garden & Woodland Trail
Victoria Station,, London,, SW1V 1JU., GBSet out on a scenic, tough 27 km (17 miles) history-rich adventure from the charming town of Oxted. The route leads through rolling commons, nationally protected landscapes, picturesque villages, and sweeping viewpoints. Blending woodland trails, open countryside, and panoramic ridges, it promises a rewarding day out across the Surrey Hills and the Greensand Ridge on the Kent border.
We begin in Oxted, a town full of character and history, where timber-framed buildings and Victorian façades tell stories from centuries past. From here, we cross Limpsfield Common and wander into the countryside around Westerham, passing landmarks such as Tenchleys Manor, a striking Elizabethan house dating back to 1599, and the colourful Edwardian gardens of Emmetts.
Bring your National Trust card if you’d like to explore Emmetts garden during the lunch break. (Last time, I was able to enter without needing to show my card, but this may vary.)
The trail continues past Chartwell, the much-loved home of Sir Winston Churchill, where he painted many of his landscapes. We also visit Crockham Hill, where Octavia Hill, social reformer and co-founder of the National Trust, is buried, before climbing to Toys Hill, one of the highest points on the Greensand Ridge, offering the sweeping views that helped inspire the founding of the Trust.
This isn’t just a hike, it’s a journey through a changing landscape. One moment you’re walking beneath woodland canopies alive with birdsong; the next you’re crossing open commons or pausing to take in far-reaching views across the Weald. The constant variety makes every step rewarding.
Our hike ends back in Oxted around 16:30–17:00 with the option of a celebratory pub stop before boarding the train home, a fitting close to a day well spent. 🌇 Sunset ~18:00 (bring a head torch in case the group is delayed).
🛑 IMPORTANT: THIS HIKE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS.
✅ WHO CAN JOIN:
- 🧑🤝🧑 Adults aged 21 and over
- 👶 For safety reasons, no children
- 🐾 No pets (some members have allergies or phobias)
📅 RSVP POLICY:
Please RSVP only if you can attend, and update your response if your plans change. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations could limit your ability to join future events. On the day, we will check in attendees individually to confirm attendance; anyone who does not turn up will be marked as a no-show.🚆 TRAIN COSTS FROM LONDON:
- Super Off-Peak Return: £15.20 (or £10.10 with a Network Railcard) from London Terminals → Oxted (OTX).
- We don’t arrange group tickets (there is little cost saving on this route), but if you arrive early you may be able to team up with others who have a Railcard. Buying your own ticket gives you flexibility to return at a time that suits you. If you hike regularly, a Network Railcard costs £35/year and pays for itself within a few trips.
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1 - (London departure):
- 08:00 – Meet at London Victoria station ticket office
- 08:10 – Leave the meeting point and board the train
- 08:20 – Train departs London Victoria (direct to Oxted)
- 09:01 – Train arrives Oxted
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2 - (Join at Oxted):
- 09:01 – Regroup at Oxted station entrance (Station Road East)
🚶 WALK STARTS:
- 09:05 to 09:15 – Oxted station entrance (after check-in is completed)
- We start early to make the most of the available daylight.
🏁 WALK FINISHES:
- Approx. 16:30–17:00 – Oxted station entrance
↩️ RETURN TRAINS TO LONDON:
- 17:23 – Direct to London Victoria (arrives 18:02)
- Additional direct trains also run to London Bridge
🍔 LUNCH:
- Bring a packed lunch and snacks. We’ll stop at Emmetts tea room (café, toilets, indoor and outdoor seating) around 12 km / ~3 hours into the walk.
😌 BREAKS:
- There will be short breaks throughout the walk to allow everyone to regroup, usually at major junctions, viewpoints, and other natural pause points, so that nobody gets left behind. Bring extra snacks.
🚻 TOILETS:
- On the train before we begin walking
- Emmetts tea room at lunchtime
- “Nature facilities” during the hike as needed
👣 STAYING TOGETHER:
Stay in sight of others. If you’re in front, pause at junctions; if you’re at the back, keep someone ahead in view. We all share responsibility for staying together.⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY
- Distance: 27 km (≈17 miles)
- Difficulty: MODERATE/STRENUOUS
- Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous
- Ascent/Descent: 521 m ↑ / 508 m ↓
- High/Low: 244 m / 77 m
- Average pace: 4.5–5.5 km/h — steady and brisk (fast enough to keep warm, slow enough to chat)
- Walking time: ~7 hours
- Total time incl. breaks: ~8 hours
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- At least 2 L of water
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Layers and waterproofs
- Sun protection
- Medication and basic first aid
- Fully charged phone & battery pack
- Head torch
📞CONTACT:
- Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.
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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm you’ve 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.90 attendees
FREE HIKE 26km | Eridge and Harrison’s Rocks
Charing Cross train station (outside ticket office), Charing Cross station, Strand, WC2N 5HS, London, GB📈 Grade: 🥾🥾🥾 🥾 Level 4/5
SUMMARY:
🥾 26km (16miles) | Circular | Ascent: 543m | ~7 hours
🚆 Train from London Charing Cross train station
⛳️ Meeting Point: 2 Options
1- London Charing Cross train station - Main Ticket Office | 08:20 (Train is at 08:45)
2- Tunbridge Wells outside train station | 09:45
📍 Hike start: Tunbridge Wells outside train station | 09:50
🏁 Hike finish: Tunbridge Wells | approx. 17:00-18:00
⚠️ Some terrain can be muddy or uneven: good walking shoes recommended📖ABOUT:
- Explore the stunning High Weald AONB on this scenic circular walk starting near Royal Tunbridge Wells.
- We’ll wander through High Wood, Chase Wood, Whitehill Wood, Forge Wood, Broadwater Warren, Birchden Wood, Friesland Wood, and follow the River Grom, with highlights including the spectacular Harrison’s Rocks and Eridge Rocks.
🌟HIGHLIGHTS:
- Harrison’s Rocks & Eridge Rocks: Dramatic sandstone outcrops, perfect for photo stops.
- Beautiful Woodlands: High Wood, Chase Wood, Whitehill Wood, Forge Wood, Broadwater Warren, Birchden Wood, and Friesland Wood.
- River Grom: A peaceful riverside stretch with chances to spot wildlife.
- High Weald AONB: Rolling countryside and classic English landscapes throughout the route.
- Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for birds, deer, and other local fauna.
💡TIPS:
- Footwear: Parts of the trail may be muddy, especially after rain, so waterproof hiking boots are recommended.
- Fitness: There’s some elevation and uneven ground. Be prepared for a moderate hike.
- Weather: Pack layers and a waterproof jacket; the weather can change quickly
💷COST:
Free🚆TRAINS | Direct
- Outbound: 08:45 from London Charing Cross
- Arrive Tunbridge Wells 09:42
- Inbound from Tunbridge Wells train station Approx. 18:00
- Visit National Rail for details
⛳️MEETING POINT & TIME:
- Meet: 2 Options
1- London Charing Cross - Main Ticket Office | 08:20
2- Tunbridge Wells outside train station | 09:45 - Hike start: Outside Tunbridge Wells train station | 09:50
- Hike finish: Tunbridge Wells | Approx. 17:00–18:00
🚏DISTANCE AND DIFFICULTY:
- Total distance: approx 26km (16miles)
- Ascent: 543 m
- Max elevation: 184 m
- Grading: 🥾🥾🥾 🥾 Level 4/5
- Time: Approx. 7 hours (with breaks)
- Pace: 5 km/h (~3.1 mph)
🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Water (2 litres recommended)
- Snacks and packed lunch
- Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing
- Sturdy shoes or hiking boots
✅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.
• ☑️ Everyone is welcome to RSVP, but to keep things fair for all members:
- If someone often cancels last minute or misses hikes without notice, they may be placed on a waitlist or removed from the group for future events.
- We do a quick check-in on the day of the hike, which helps us keep track and make sure spaces are available for those who really want to join.⚠️SAFETY:
As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.❗️NOTES:
- This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
- A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
- While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
- Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.
🚨DISCLAIMER:
Event Participation Disclaimer
By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:- The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
- These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
- The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
- Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
- These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
- Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.
🚨GENERAL GROUP POLICY:
- Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
- No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
- Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
- Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
- Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
- Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
- Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
- No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
- No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
- Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
- First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carries a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.
🚨FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.47 attendees
FREE HIKE 24K | Windsor Great Park Circular
London Paddington Railway Station, W2 1HQ, London, GBStep into history and nature on a relaxed yet rewarding circular hike through Windsor Great Park, one of England’s most iconic royal landscapes.
Stretching across nearly 2,000 hectares of ancient woodland, rolling meadows and tranquil lakes, this breathtaking park was once the private hunting ground of Windsor Castle and today is beautifully cared for by the Crown Estate.
This route is rated easy to moderate, ideal for beginners and intermediate hikers. Paths are mostly flat and well kept, while the distance still offers a satisfying challenge.
We begin in Windsor on the Long Walk, a majestic 2.5-mile avenue with Windsor Castle rising in the distance. Our first landmark is the Copper Horse, the imposing statue of King George III atop Snow Hill, with panoramic views across the park.
Next we wind through shaded trails in The Plantations and along the quiet edges of Obelisk Pond. In autumn the park glows with golden oaks, fiery chestnuts and russet beeches. Continuing south, we glimpse the Valley Gardens, a spectacle of colour throughout the year.
At Virginia Water Lake, we loop the shoreline and visit:
- The Ruins of Leptis Magna, fragments from a Roman city in modern-day Libya
- The Cascade, an ornamental waterfall, picturesque even when dry
- The Totem Pole, a towering gift from Canada carved with intricate detail
After a refreshing stop at the Virginia Water Café, we return via peaceful Cow Pond. Once reshaped in the 18th century by architect William Kent, this ornamental water was designed to mirror the trees and sky and remains a tranquil highlight today.
Finally we retrace the Long Walk, with Windsor Castle dramatically framed ahead, a perfect finale to a day immersed in history and nature.
We finish at Windsor & Eton Central where you can explore the town, relax in a local pub or catch a train home.
🌅 Sunset on 1 November is at 16:30, with civil twilight ending at 17:06, so please bring a head torch in case the group is a little slower than expected.
✅ WHO CAN JOIN:
- 🧑🤝🧑 Adults aged 21 and over
- 👶 No children
- 🐾 No pets (allergies and phobias)
📅 RSVP POLICY:
- Please RSVP only if you plan to attend and update your response if your plans change. If you need to cancel, try to do so at least 24 hours in advance so others can join.
- Frequent no-shows or late cancellations may lead to being waitlisted for future events.
- We will check in attendees on the day, and those who don’t attend will be marked as no-shows.
- Regular attendees who end up on the waitlist can contact the event host or organiser for priority.
- Thanks for helping keep things fair and running smoothly for everyone! 🌿
🚆 TRAIN COSTS FROM LONDON PADDINGTON:
- Buy a return from London Paddington to Windsor & Eaton Central
- Option 1: £11.05 with a Network Railcard discount
- Option 2: £16.60 (standard adult fare, no discount)
- Option 3: Arrange your own transport.
🚗🅿️💰BY CAR:
- Parking can be expensive and busy (🔺the parking prices in Windsor are increased sharply and unfairly). The Castle Car Park near the station is around 🔺£26.00 for 8 hours (approx). Check current prices here before you set off.
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1:
- 08:30 - Meet at the London Paddington ticket office
- 08:50 - Leave the meeting point and board the train
- 09:08 - Depart London Paddington
- 09:23 - Change at Slough
- Move fast, less than 5 minutes to reach the next platform and board the train!
- 09:30 - Board the train to Windsor & Eton Central
- 09:36 - Arrive at Windsor & Eton Central
📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2:
- 09:40 - Meet at Windsor & Eton Central railway station ticket office
🚶WALK STARTS:
- 09:45 - from Windsor & Eton Central railway station ticket office
- Please don’t be late, we won’t ask a large group to wait for latecomers and will begin the walk without you.
🏁 WALK FINISHES:
- Approximately 16:30 at Windsor & Eton Central railway station
🍔 FOOD:
- Packed lunch after about 3.5 hours of walking, around 15 km (9 miles).
🌳 TOILETS:
- Discreet nature stops if needed before lunch
- Virginia Water Café
- The Savill Garden Shop
👣 STAYING TOGETHER:
Keep others in sight. If you are at the front, pause at junctions; if you are at the back, make sure you can see someone ahead. Depending on pace, it may be dark near the end; bring a head torch.🎒WHAT TO BRING:
- Packed lunch and snacks
- Water (at least 2 L)
- Sturdy footwear
- Layers and waterproofs
- Sun protection
- Medication and small first aid (Compeed blister plasters)
- Optional walking poles
- Fully charged phone and a small power bank
🚂 RETURN TRAINS:
- 16:49 - Depart Windsor & Eton Central
- 16:55 - Change at Slough
- 17:03 - Train to London Paddington
- 17:20 - Arrive London Paddington
⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY:
- Distance: ~24 km (15 miles)
- Walking time: ~5.5 hours
- Total duration: ~6.5 hours (including breaks)
- Ascent/Descent: 274 m / 272 m
- Elevation: max 86 m, min 23 m
- Pace: steady to moderate (5 km/h)
- Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
- Terrain: Mostly firm parkland paths, some wide concrete tracks, gravel and woodland trails, with short grassy and sandy sections that may be soft in places.
🥾 Footwear guidance
- ✖️ Heavy boots can be less comfortable on long concrete sections.
- ✔️ Lightweight, waterproof hiking boots suitable for mixed terrain.
📞 CONTACT:
- Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.
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