What we’re about
Must all meetup groups in London be fully booked or ridiculously expensive?! Not here!!
Explore Britain and the Great British outdoors free of charge by connecting with walkers, hikers and outdoor lovers!
We are different from most outdoor Meetup Groups because
- we are 100% free & community-driven;
- we are a group of friends, not a business;
- we do different activity types and levels;
- anyone may organize a walk/trip. You, too!
How does it work?
- You only pay for your train tickets and accommodation (if necessary)
- If possible we will share ticket costs and discounts (e.g. GroupSave)
Who should join this group?
- Anyone who loves the outdoors:
- All ages and experience levels;
- Check each individual event's details to decide if it's suitable for you.
What are the rules?
Because each event has a different organizer, please read each event's rules carefully, e.g. some trips may have limited places due to safety reasons;
Get ready for unforgettable adventures, forests, ancient castles, prehistoric ruins, valley walks and hills, weekend breaks and day walks - along the English coasts, the mountains of Wales and the Highlands of Scotland - all for free!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- South Wales - Waterfall walkPontneddfechan, Pontneddfechan
There can be few more exhilarating and satisfying walks than South Wales, waterfall walk in the edge of Fforest Fawr. There will be a series of 3 large waterfalls during the 11 miles trail and the most exciting part of the walk comes when we walk behind the great sheet of water at Sgwd yr Eira (as shown on the Featured photo). Much of the walk would be in woodlands and forest in the Brecon Beacon National Park along two beautiful Welsh powerful rivers. Currently 15 members on this event via other sites.
Please note this Waterfall walk is over 110 miles away - over 3 hours driving from London so only join if you are in the area on Saturday 14th.
I am also organising a “non free” 2 day event the full itinerary is below. Leaving London on Saturday 14th June, returning late back to London on Sunday 15th.
If you are interested in the full 2 day event, just email michaelwk16@yahoo.com Michael will organise all of the logistics: Transportation from London via cars, hotel accommodation in Cardiff and 2 walks, just message me and I will send you details & cost.
You can find images of previous events and full details via this link
Home | MichaelsOutdoorEventOn Sunday will walk along the majestic coastal paths in the the Gowers "Jewel in the Crown" it is indeed very special and known to be the finest Areas of Outstanding Natural beauty. We will be walking through 10 miles of surfing bays, nature reserves, dramatic cliffs and wonderful golden beaches along the coastal paths of Gower Peninsula.
PROPOSE SCHEDULE
The below schedule for Brecon Beacon & the Gowers.
Saturday 14th June 2025
08:00 - 11:15 Driving from Hatton Cross tube station to Pontneddfechan (start of the Brecon Beacon waterfall walk)
11:30 - 17:30 Waterfall walk with 3 waterfalls
18:15 - 19:00 Drive to Premier Inn hotel in Cardiff
19:30 - 21:00 Dinner at a restaurant next door to our Premier Inn hotel
Sunday 15th June 2025
07:00 - 08:00 Breakfast at Premier Inn restaurant
08:15 - 09:15 Drive to Mumble Head for our coastal walk
09:25 - 15:30 Walk 10 miles of coastal walk
15:30 - 16:15 Snacks at the various cafe restuarants at the bay
16:15 - 19:45 Drive back to Hatton Cross
- Isle of Wight night hike with James (24 miles)Ryde Esplanade Railway Station, Ryde
Another summer is coming, so time for another nocturnal outing – with luck moonlit for the whole night – once again on the Isle of Wight. This time exploring the eastern side of the island, rising gently at first, then more steeply over the interior chalk downland to culminate in St. Boniface Down, the highest point on the island from which there will be views far across the English Channel as the sun rises. This is followed by a final descent into the seaside resort of Shanklin just as the town is waking up, for a hearty and well-deserved breakfast.
You will definitely need to BRING A TORCH. Bear in mind this is a longer walk than usual, so not recommended for those who are new to hiking or have doubts about their ability to go the distance. Also there will be few if any opportunities to bail out during the night. Please ensure you have enough water and snacks to get you through to the morning.
NB James is the host so direct any questions to himTRAVEL
Walk start: 21:00 at Ryde Esplanade. The cheapest way to get there is via Portsmouth & Southsea and the hovercraft that completes the Solent crossing in under ten minutes. You can purchase a Super Off-Peak Return from London Waterloo to RYDE HOVERPORT that covers the entire journey for £48.50 with Network Railcard. In order to secure a spot on a particular hovercraft crossing, you will need to book at least 48 hours in advance and follow the instructions here: https://www.hovertravel.co.uk/connections/national-rail/. Another option is to book a similar journey to Ryde Pier Head via Portsmouth Harbour and the Wightlink ferry for £55.70. (In both cases you may be able to find cheaper deals if you're willing to commit to Advance Singles on specific trains.) The hike will end on Sunday morning at Shanklin, from where there are regular local trains back to Ryde (27 minutes, £3.25 with Railcard).
How to join?
- The walk is entirely free of charge;
- You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses;
- Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part);
What to bring
- Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended
- Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk
- Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case
- Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy
- Spare socks
- Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-)
- Yourself...
- ...and your camera!
- Cash for train ticket
- Cash for pub at the end of the walk?
IMPORTANT
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader".
Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen.
By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer.
Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
