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Taplow to Windsor along the Thames with local boat trip
Sun, Oct 4, 9:00 AMA perennial favourite of the group is this stunning 8 to 9 mile Thames Path walk. Let's go with the flow! Please arrive by 10am to facilitate the purchase of group return train tickets for the 10.47am Elizabeth line train to Taplow that arrives at 11.24am. We leave for the platform at 10.35am. Train ticket : return to Taplow Or you may decide to drive. Meetup fee £8 payable in cash or £6 by Saturday in advance by bank transfer, details available upon request. No PayPal. The walk shall commence by 11.40am. You should bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc waterproof jacket and walking shoes / trainers. Also sunhat, sunglasses and suncream. At Windsor we shall have a drink at Browns before taking the really fun OPTIONAL 40 minute French Brothers boat trip around Windsor. Please do not buy this ticket in advance for various reasons. We shall have an ice-cream too ! Getting back to London from Windsor is easy and would simply involve buying a small supplementary fare from Windsor & Eton Central train station to Slough. It is your responsibility to take note of all agreed times and to bide by them. You should have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity and be able to walk 2.5 miles per hour. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no is 07714250849.
HIKE 18km 🦌 Knole Deer Park, Medieval Manor & the Kent Downs
Sun, Sep 13, 7:40 AM📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 11 miles (18km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 420m • Hiking time: 4.5 to 5 hours • Cost: £31 (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, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: Charing Cross station. Meet in front of the ticket office - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/CharingCross.jpg) • Time: Meet 8:40am, leave 9am for the 9:15am train • Return: 5:21pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Explore the magnificent 1,000-acre **Knole Deer Park**, home to over 350 wild deer roaming freely • Explore the 1,000 acre **Knole Deer Park,** home to over 350 wild deer roaming freely • See **Knole House**, one of England’s largest and grandest country houses with 365 rooms, 52 staircases and 7 courtyards • Hike through beautiful rolling countryside along the **Greensand Way** in the **Kent Downs** • Pass by **Ightham Mote**, one of Britain's finest surviving medieval moated manor houses from 1321 • Discover landscapes that have remained remarkably unchanged since **Tudor times** 🥾 **Hike Description** Step back into the England of kings, knights and grand country estates. Our adventure begins on the beautiful **Greensand Way** before entering the breathtaking **1,000 acre Knole Estate**, one of England's finest historic landscapes. This remarkable **Tudor deer park** has remained largely unchanged for centuries and is home to **over 350 wild fallow and sika deer** that roam freely beneath magnificent ancient oak trees. **Deer sightings are common**. At the heart of the estate stands the extraordinary **Knole House**. Built in **1486** and later owned by **Henry VIII**, it is one of the largest houses in England, boasting an astonishing **365 rooms, 52 staircases and seven courtyards**. Few places combine such architectural grandeur with such an unspoilt natural setting. Leaving Knole behind, we continue across the **rolling Kent Downs**, following peaceful countryside trails through woodland, open fields and quiet valleys towards **Ightham Mote**. Surrounded by its picturesque moat, this beautifully preserved **700-year-old medieval manor** is widely regarded as one of Britain's finest historic houses. Historian David Starkey described it as *"one of the most beautiful and interesting of English country houses."* Throughout the day we'll enjoy **classic Kent countryside**, peaceful walking and spectacular historic landscapes that feel wonderfully untouched by modern life. This is a hike for anyone who enjoys **wildlife, magnificent historic estates, beautiful countryside** and the timeless character of rural England. 🧭 **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
THAMESPATH 💧 £5 WALK - KEW GARDENS🌲🌳🌿 to PUTNEY
Sat, Sep 19, 1:30 PMRIVER THAMES, GREENERY, WOODLAND TRAILs,plus PUB SOCIALISING with CHEAP FOOD and DRINKS. Join us as we walk along Inner london's most attractive stretch of the Thamespath. **WALK START: Kew Gardens Railway and Tube Station (District and London Overground Lines).** WALK FINISH: Putney Bridge Station (District Line). WALK ROUTE: National Archives Gardens and Thamespath walk to Barnes and Putney Lower Common. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 5.0 miles. STOP OUT POINT: Nearby bus routes during most of the walk. Enjoy London! Get out and see your City in the company of great friends! Join us for a Saturday afternoon stroll (followed by socialising in the pub). Walking is one of life's great social activities. 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**: **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.** 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) When you arrive at the station look for Ken with Kens Events Flag outside the station. RAIN POLICY: Only book a walk if you are sure you can attend! Walks will only be cancelled if there is very heavy rain! 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 venue look for Ken with the 'KEN'S EVENTS' Flag/Sign/Badge.
Constable Country
Sat, Oct 24, 8:45 AMCome join us for this wonderfully enchanting 8.5 mile walk by the delightful River Stour, Flatford Mill and Dedham Vale and the setting of The Hay Wain as well as a few other fantastic paintings of Constable ! Let's go with the flow ! We shall buy group return train tickets for the train at 10.25am that arrives at Manningtree at 11.26am. Train ticket : Manningtree return We shall commence the walk at around 11.35am. Or you may decide to drive. Please bring packed lunch, water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket and walking shoes/boots/trainers. We shall have lunch in and around the cafe at Flatford Mill. Meetup fee £5 special price preferably paid in cash on the day ! The final part of the walk shall be on the Essex Way culminating in Boxted Cross from where we shall take the bus at 5.10pm to Colchester train station and then the subsequent train to London. Please only post photos of others with their consent. Neil will be leading this walk as Steven will be away ....his no 07813 689301
COASTAL TRAILS OF THE CINQUE TERRE - ITALY
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00 PM**Join Backabush for a 4 night stay hiking the ancient coastal paths of this UNESCO site and National Park on the Italian Riviera.** These are the picturesque villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore that make up the Cinque Terre National Park. The area could hardly be more visually striking, the trails are filled with amazing views across terraced vineyards and colourful coves. Group Size - 16. Nights - 4. Accommodation - Guest House, twin share rooms. Cost - £449 **DIFFICULTY:** This trip is suitable for everyone with reasonable fitness, the hikes are moderate in difficulty up to around 9 miles each day with a lunch stop at one of the famous villages for some focaccia before we continue along the coast to the next village to finish the hike with a limoncello spritz in the afternoon. Lovely! Trains link our accommodation in La Spezia to all of the villages in the National Park and it is by far the easy way to get around in Cinque Terre. As there is a train station in every village along the trail, our hikes can easily be joined or left in the middle of the day, so the itinerary is completely flexible for people to take a morning enjoying cafe culture or an afternoon wandering the narrow streets. **ACCOMMODATION:** We will be staying in a modern guest house, conveniently located in the neighbouring coastal town of La Spezia. It has all the expected facilities like en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioned rooms. La Spezia is larger than the villages of Cinque Terre but still easy going with a great choice of bars and restaurants for evenings of pesto and local seafood. Our guest house is near the railway station and we will ride between 7 and 25 minutes to and from our hikes each day. **WHAT IS INCLUDED:** * Guest house accommodation in twin share rooms * Full itinerary of guided hikes * Backabush trip leader (qualified Mountain Leader) * Financial protection in accordance with the Package Travel Law 2018 **WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:** * Flights (see below) * Airport transfers (we will take the local train) * Trains in Cinque Terre * Blue trail entrance fee * Meals * Travel insurance **RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:** There are daily flights to Pisa from London, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester. Trains run from Pisa to La Spezia every 30 mins and can be booking online with Trainline, Omio or Trenitalia. It will be easy to meet us at the accommodation anytime on Saturday 12th September, check in is from 4pm. You can walk from the station to the hotel in just a few minutes. On the 16th of September we will need to check out of our hotel at 11am before we head home. Please feel free to book your return flight for any time on the 16th September. **TRANSFERS:** The train journey between Pisa Airport and La Spezia is roughly 1hr 30 and approx £25 return. Service specific tickets can be purchased online but the regional trains do not sell out and offer no advanced discount so we recommend purchasing your ticket on arrival from the ticket desk at Pisa Airport, this allows for any flight delays. **HOW TO BOOK:** To confirm your place on this trip please send payment with online banking, using **CINQUETERRE** as the payment reference. **Your RSVP is not enough to reserve a space.** The account details are: Account Name: BACKABUSH XPLORERS Sort Code: 090127 Account Number: 22440622 The following "terms and conditions" apply to all trip reservations: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ngc5A61k76qb6HGMeTK96AVaXn0565yPS9p42IPzIy8/](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ngc5A61k76qb6HGMeTK96AVaXn0565yPS9p42IPzIy8/edit?usp=sharing) Please email [nathancapay@googlemail.com](http://nathancapay@googlemail.com/) when you send payment so that we can confirm everything with you. CIAO! **IMPORTANT NOTE:** We consider safety to be our number one priority and while we never take unnecessary risks, we do recognise that any outdoor activity involves a danger of personal injury or death. Remember that you should be aware of and accept these risks as you are responsible for your own safety and you should not undertake anything beyond your abilities. It is also your responsibility to be correctly equipped for the weather and activity you have chosen to participate in.
THAMES PATH £5 WALK 🌱 :-CANADA WATER💧 to TOWER BRIDGE
Sun, Oct 25, 2:30 PMTHAMES RIVER WALK with GREAT VIEWS and Interesting features followed by PUB SOCIALISING with CHEAP FOOD and DRINKS. Enjoy London! Get out and see your City in the company of great friends! Join us for an afternoon stroll (followed by socialising in the pub). Walking is one of life's great social activities. **WALK START POINT: Outside Canada WaterTube Station (Jubilee and London Overground Lines)** WALK ROUTE: From Canada Water Tube Station (Jubilee Line and London Overground), along the South Bank of the Thames to Tower Hill, where we will be finishing at a large pub. WALK DISTANCE: Approx 4 miles. WALK END POINT: Close to TOWER HILL and London Bridge Stations STOP OUT POINT: Our route goes close to several London bus routes **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.** 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. 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) If weekday and evening walks are your thing, then you should join Ken's Weekday and Evenings Walking Group. Click here for more information. [(https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/)](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-WEEKDAY-EVENING-WALKS/) When you arrive at the start of the walk look for Ken with 'KEN'S EVENTS/MEETUP' Flag/Sign/Badge outside the station. 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.
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