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- The Cotswolds - The best walk of the CotswoldsBourton-on-the-Water, Oxfordshire
This lengthy walk in the Cotswolds that includes four villages that in varied ways rank among the most appealing in Cotswold: bustling Bourton-on-the Water, idyllic Lower Slaughter, tranquil Upper Slaughter and tucked-away Naunton. A Bonus is that the countryside around complements these villages, revealing a Cotswold landscape at its finest and most typical, with shelter valleys of the rivers Eye and Windrush, pleasant woodlands and impressive, expansive views across rolling country from breezy uplands.
Please note this Waterfall walk is over 80 miles away - over 2 hours driving from London so only join if you are in the area on Saturday 5th.
I am also organising a “non free” 2 day event the full itinerary is below. Leaving London on Saturday 5th June (Cotswolds), returning late back to London on Sunday 6th after a walk along the Cheddar Gorge.
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 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 be walking high in the Cheddar Gorge and visit the ancient town Cheddar.
Propose Schedule
Saturday 5th July 2025
08:00-11:00 Leave Hatton Cross and drive to the Cotswolds (120 miles from London)
11:00-17:30 Walk in the Cotswold
17:30-18:30 Finish at Bourton-On-the-Water for refreshments and visit
18:30-19:00 Travel to restaurant for dinner
19:00-20:30 Dinner
20:30-21:00 Travel to Premier Inn
Sunday 6th July 2025
09:00-10:00 Drive to Cheddar for walk
10:00-13:00 Cheddar gorge circular walk
13:00-14:00 Lunch break: Snacks and visit cheese shops in Cheddar
14:00-15:00 Drive to Brean (along the Bristol channel)
15:15-16:45 Walk the Brean Bristol Channel circular walk
16:45-18:30 Drive back to Hatton Cross tube station - Tour de France - Hills & Coast of the BoulonnaisNeeds location
20 miles beyond Kent is a completely different hiking experience, as well as world-renowned food and wine, and the opportunity to witness arguably the planet's largest annual sporting event.
On Sunday 6th July 2025 the Tour de France pays a visit to the Cote de Haut Pichot in the Boulonnais hills (think South Downs in France) and this walk will follow sandy beaches and dunes of the Cote d'Opale, before heading inland to cheer the riders racing by towards the seaside.
The base for the walk is the Boulogne-sur-Mer a herring fishing port. Its 12th-C belfry is a World Heritage Site. Boulogne was also the Roman port for supplying Roman Britain.
A short video on the Cote d'Opale is here:
Côte d'Opale (France) - From Cap Gris-Nez to Cap Blanc-NezThe Sunday walk will leave Boulogne around 9am. After stopping to see the race pass we end at Neufchatel-Hardelot to catch the 18.48 train for one stop back into Boulogne at 19.02. Walk length 14 miles.
On Saturday 5th July 2024 there is a choice of two walks:
1. The organizer will be walking from Marquise-Rinxent to the coast at Ambleteuse then along the coast to Boulogne - approx 16 miles
2. Some folks are doing the epic Calais to Boulogne via the two Caps
all along the coast - approx 25 miles 🫡The organizer is crossing by ferry 4-7 July overnighting Friday in Calais and Saturday/Sunday Boulogne. There are also Eurostar options via Lille. Or more ferry or Eurotunnel options with a car. So people can join / leave as suits them.
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);
- Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!
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.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-)
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 and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. 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. - Seven Sisters & a Secret Beach - (15 miles)15 Victoria St, London
A chance to cross all the Seven Sisters and visit a bonus beach which has not featured on walks before. The beach is too far to return to Eastbourne, so the walk ends at Seaford. DaySave tickets are recommended to save over 50% from the off peak day return fare.
TRAVEL
1. Take the 9.24 train from London Victoria to EASTBOURNE.CHEAPEST TRAIN TICKETS - £13 PER PERSON RETURN:
By far the cheapest train fare is to purchase a Group DaySave which allows unlimited travel on Southern trains and for a group of four (£52) is £13 each. It is also possible to buy this ticket for two (cheaper) or three people. NB the ticket must be purchased at least three days before travel from Southern's website. The link is:
Buy DaySave Train Ticket | DaySave Train Ticket | Southern RailwayFeel free to use this event page or the event chat to find fellow travellers for DaySave tickets
Alternatively, an off peak day return ticket purchased on the day to EASTBOURNE is £29.20 + a single from Seaford to Lewes which is £2.45 with a Network card or Groupsave. A cheaper split option from London Bridge is likely available which people can investigate.
The organizer will be standing from 9 am in front of the main WH Smith at London Victoria to act as a focal point for people to gather.
WALK DETAILS
Walk starts 10.55 from EASTBOURNE station. Walk ends at SEAFORD with trains back to London.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);
- Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips:
https://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/
Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section!
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.
Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-)
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 and (if required) accommodation - this gives everyone the freedom and choice to join from wherever they want and stay wherever they want. 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.
We advise not to buy tickets until the day. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave.
