Chilled Out Meetups (Leeds)

Chilled Out Walks are easy going walks where you can get to know new people whilst improving fitness. We generally meet in Leeds City Centre for easy access from bus and train connections, and go for a drink or coffee after the main event.

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Please note, 13:00 is when we set off, so you should arrive for 12:45 at the latest to ensure you don't miss the group. Any type of transport is sensitive to delays, especially busses and trains, so don't get the last service which would make you late if its cancelled and consider arriving early and getting a drink whilst you wait.

We're walking the first section of the Meanwood Valley Trail, walking back via Headingley and ending up in the city centre.

Meeting Point

• Location: City Square (under the horse statue)
• Time: Please arrive by 12:45 PM. We will set off at 13:00 PM sharp.
• Public Transport: The meeting point is just across from the main train station and nearby to all bus connections.
• Parking: Street parking is very hard to find near the meeting point, consider one of the multi-storey car parks instead. Expect to pay £2 - £3 per hour.
• Latecomers: If you're running late, please inform Kris before 1:00 PM so we can wait for a few minutes. If we haven't seen or heard from you by 1:00 PM, we'll assume you won't be attending.
• Alternative Meeting Points: Sorry, our standard group size is too big to arrange a second, later meeting point for some members. Please come to the meeting point at the start time, you can leave the route early if it's more convenient.

Walk Details

• Destination: We'll loop back to the starting point, alternatively you can leave the route early in Meanwood, Headingley or Hyde Park.
• Distance: Leeds to Meanwood Park is about 3 miles. The walk back (if you choose to do it) is another 3 miles.
• Challenge: The walk is mostly on paved ground with some unpaved sections. There may be some slight inclines and steps.
• Clothing: It may be a good idea to wear boots for this, especially if it has rained coming up to the event. May can be hot or cold, with the possibility of rain, so dress for the expected conditions.
• Afterwards: There's no set plan, if you want to go for a drink, coffee or food there's plenty of choice in the city centre.

This event is weather-dependent, please check back here for updates before setting off. In the case of severe rain, the walk will be rescheduled to a later date. However, light, infrequent rain will not delay the event. If you have concerns about weather, message the host directly who will take care of communicating any information to the group.

Let’s go satisfy our caffeine and sweet spots with proper Italian coffee and desserts. (They have banging tiramisu!) this space was suggested from one of our lovely members! I absolutely love the vibe of la bottega and area surrounding :D they don’t have a huge space however, we can take our coffee outside in the court area or move towards the benches near the train station as we settle into the event. I will do my best to get us some space inside but can’t guarantee it!

I will update on the day in the comments under this event and our WhatsApp group <3

If you are nervous about attending, please message me! I’m happy to put you at ease!

See you there
Salma x