Outdoor activities groups near Ampthill, A5

* Creating friendships * In person meetups * Cafés, walking, meals, activities, movies etc

Welcome to MK Outdoor Activities, Hiking and Scrambling group. We are all about getting people together, socialising to enjoy the great outdoors, walking, hiking and scrambling, with the purpose of having fun. Some events will be physically challenging and not suitable for everyone. Please check with event host in case of any questions.

Including but not limited to Dining out, Quad biking, Cinema, Bowling, Country walks, Go-Karting, Kayaking, Comedy clubs, Clay pigeon shooting, Picnics with outdoor games, indoor Skydiving. All suggestions welcome!

Welcome to this Meetup group, for people who live in Luton, Dunstable and the surrounding areas, who’d like to take part in social activities on a regular basis, meet new friends and lead an active social life. Our typical members range in age from 20s to 60s, but there are no constraints on age (as long as you’re over 18)! We aim to discover unique and unusual local activities and events, together with regular, more traditional Meetups like meals, theatre trips, live music and walks. Our aim is to create a balanced social calendar for single people and couples alike :-)   Most of our events take place in the three counties but sometimes we venture further afield to London.   Our walks are led at a decent pace but we don’t frantically march you from start to finish; our emphasis is more on being sociable rather than just clocking up the maximum distance in the minimum time. We like to be able to maintain a conversation as we walk and you won’t get left behind if you stop to tie your shoelace! Previous Meetups have included a Mad Hatters Tea Party, a Ukulele Jam, a Butterfly Walk, Trampolining, a Narrow Boat Cruise and many more.   We’re always looking for new ideas, so please share with us your thoughts for future events.     PROFILE PHOTO To join this group, you must be easily recognisable from your profile photo. Please note we can’t accept photos from linked social media accounts if your face is not clearly visible. MEMBERSHIP DONATION We are asking members to make a voluntary membership contribution – for example a few pounds per year - to cover the cost of having this group on the Meetup site. (Sadly it’s not a free service to the Organisers!) This can be done by PayPal to: **lutondunstableactivities@gmail.com** Please choose the option for paying friends & family, not a business, so no PayPal fees are deducted. ... or in person when you attend an event. (PS We don't read any emails sent to that Gmail address, it's just for PayPal!) Your member donation also covers your membership of our sister group on Meetup – Luton Cineworld Cinema Lovers, so you can head over to join that group too if you enjoy films! ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR POLICY This group has an Acceptable Behaviour Policy. Please take a moment to familiarise yourself with it. The policy can be seen here: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U_FoXKK3c6PS6kg7-FD1AFr1J_bOYXhIgj9vScGQkPg/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U_FoXKK3c6PS6kg7-FD1AFr1J_bOYXhIgj9vScGQkPg/edit?usp=sharing) In short, we don’t tolerate harassing behaviour towards other members and such behaviour may lead to your removal from the group.   We also ask you to bear in mind that this is neither a dating site nor a mental health support group. Although there are many wonderful Meetup groups dedicated to these two purposes, our group is about friendship, fun and light-hearted conversation.   People come to our events to escape the stresses and strains of their daily life rather than examine and discuss them at length. Whilst numerous romances have actually blossomed from people meeting at our events, our members are unlikely to respond favourably if you just start randomly messaging them through the site with your best chat up lines!     ATTENDANCE OF EVENTS   In addition, we ask that all members keep in mind the fact that our Event Organisers are hosting their events completely voluntarily, in their own time and we need to make the events as straightforward as possible for them to run!   The absolute basic requirement of all members is therefore to ensure that you keep your RSVPs up to date. If you put your name down to attend an event and later cannot make it, please either change your RSVP to ‘No’ ahead of the event or if the event has already started, write a comment in the event to let the host know you are no longer coming.   Occasionally certain events where reservations have been made at venues will require a non-refundable deposit for this reason.   You may be removed from the group for repeated “No Shows” or last minute drop outs. RISK DISCLAIMER Please note that all members take part in all activities solely at their own risk should any personal loss, accident, illness or physical injury occur during an event. RECEIVING OUR EVENT NOTIFICATIONS Please check your Profile settings to ensure you’re opted in to receive emails from our Organiser. We only send occasional emails regarding important communications. Meetup will also email you to notify you when we list new events. Having problems receiving our emails? Try this: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fZp2y92M86CNW2GVhg10_sllu8Lxc6Krfmq1EElmYE8/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fZp2y92M86CNW2GVhg10_sllu8Lxc6Krfmq1EElmYE8/edit?usp=sharing)

**May I wish you all a most warm welcome to - Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire Activity and Social Group (HBASG).** HBASG's Main aim is for all its highly valued members to have an absolutely fabulous time. Meet people in the Hertfordshire + Beds areas and make new friends and as valued individuals, live life with even more fun 😀. Events HBASG now run include Fine Dining, Music, Cinema, Bowling and “Specialist events” such as Picnics, Short Walks, BBQ’s, Flying/Gliding, Ballooning, Gardens, Comedy & Hosted holiday events + We have in fact now run for many years a most "Fabulously Inclusive “ HBASG community for the benefit of ALL of the Hertfordshire & Beds Area :) \*\* To cover the ever increasing running costs incurred from the Meetup Franchise (meetup.com) **HBASG** now charges from June 2021 + a small **BI-ANNUAL FEE of £6 (** but with **NO LIMIT’s** to the events you can attend. :) All this for the cost of one drink...What Great Value :) \*\* Please feel free “literally” to have a browse around at our fun filled events calendar via your PC or mobile phone and perhaps even download the www.meetup.com APP ! This group is run by Hugh as the Group Owner & Main Organiser. However HBASG is also a team effort with some great Event Hosts, and many others who kindly put forward their own kind ideas, and/or help host specific events and also aid Hugh with some Planning and Group Event(s) and administration(s). Although …. more help is always kindly needed/appreciated.     We wish /need ALL OUR MEMBERS to be active/interactive. However we fully appreciate that some newcomers may have some reticence at attending their first event(s). Please don't be shy :) ..We are indeed a fab and introductionally friendly group ! If you feel a little stressed and a little less than intrepid…..Please feel free to private message any of our event host(s) (and/or me ….Hugh) and kindly request we arrange a meeting point either close(r) to or within any HBASG venue(s) actual locale. Our band of happy Event Hosts will always be pleased to help meet and greet you, but can only do so if you are able/willing to turn up in timely fashion at the events planned venue(s) and posted start time(s). If, for any reason you have to alter your attendance plans…..Can you as a courtesy, kindly ensure you inform the event host(s) of any such changes by posting a kind comment on the event board. \*\* If it's on the same day as the event, or the event has already begun, please kindly message the host directly (by text if they have given out their phone number), as they may not be able to see the event comments due to lack of internet at the venue. HBASG Hosts /Organisers usually permit people to bring guests to almost all events, however some are limited to …”Members only”. Kindly note that :- Events are for adults over 18 only unless the event states 'Children Welcome Event '. Guests should be over 18 as well. Please confirm with the event host(s) if you are in any way unsure of the age limitations per event. And now for the “Fiscal Admin etc “  1. The bi-annual fee for HBASG is only £6 which I think you will perhaps agree is.... A GREAT DEAL :)  2. However once you have attended a few events you may wish to donate £1 to £3 perhaps per event towards the events running costs For those who are not yet aware, Meetup Ltd (based HQ in the USA) charge every Meetup Group Owner/Organiser a fee of over $150 every 6 months to run their group on Meetup [https://www.meetup.com/pricing/](https://www.meetup.com/pricing/). To recover these meetup costs, HBASG usually organise a few very specialist fun events during the year and then charge a few pounds extra per person. This coming year (2024+) we will also be requesting occasional additional event funding’s via voluntary contributions – Say an amount we suggest of say …anything from £1 up to say £10. (Example Hugh actually also run “Green Minded Singles and,,,,generously provides(d) £40+ to the BHS Group, but also pays its own full fees of over $150 + per 6 months …Running for the benefit of members areas - HBASG !) Kindly note that If enough “voluntary funds” are received that go over the HBASG Meetup running cost fees. Any additional funds received will be put aside for the next subscription running cost period J and /or be utilised for running of other fun events such as our fabulous picnics and providing non-alcoholic drinks etc at Gliding/Flying /Picnic/Party EventsLlarger HBASG participation events. Meantime….We thank you for your ongoing support and we look forward to seeing you soon at future HBASG Events ! Often Asked Questions :- Q1) When you expectantly have 1000+ members. What happens if everyone contributes, what will you do with any received profit(s)? A1) There are currently less than 950 currently actually "active" members. If contributions go over $240 then we will utilise funds received for next years membership fee’s and/or conduct event discounting if a charge is deemed necessary to cover such future event cost(s). Q2) Why have you asked for Voluntary contributions and membership fee(s) ? A2) HBASG is run by Hugh. Hugh firmly believes like some others that, charging large group membership fee(s) can make Meetup Groups far too business orientated. This was not what was originally intended by the originators of “Meetup.com” i.e To create Fun Membership Groups …..For people to mutually enjoy events with ! Note :- Meetup USA Ltd began with “good intentions” after the US 9/11 attacks to bring “Impacted families/friends “ together in mutual support …….after such a terrible day ! However Meetup is now a major US company making Million dollar profits via charging us the Meetup group owners/organisers $260 + a year. Clearly we are giving “absolutely free” to HBASG members our own considerable amount of valuable time and efforts. We would therefore appreciate being able to recoup at least some of the subscription fees we are bi-annually charged by Meetup.com for the benefit of all group members. Q4) How do I make any donations to HBASG ? A4) either by contacting Hugh Direct (or any event host/organiser) to provide a voluntary payment. Please contact Hugh direct - If you need his HBASG - BACS account details or for any other reasons, questions or concerns you may have.

The group is a group of friendly individuals based in and around Milton Keynes that enjoy doing relaxed social walking and other activities. Please come along and join us for a stroll, followed by a drink and chat or at any of the other activities listed.

This is a group for anyone living in or around Bedford who wants to meet new people and boost their social life. Everyone's welcome including parents with children as we can arrange both day time and evening activities so there's hopefully something for everyone. All event and venue ideas are welcome! Can we please ask that members include a photo of themselves just so we can recognise and welcome you when you join us at a meet up...Thanks!

Welcome to MK's "THE" most funny Hiking , Travel & Activity based social group for people who seek an active life style in a balanced way. Read our Reviews to know more. **My Aim** What I envision from this group is creating a group of nice , friendly & thankful people interested in active life style. As free walks sometimes attracts selfish people who try to get things free without appreciating the effort in organizing it or not being friendly to fellow walkers , I will remove such unfriendly people from the group. **Salient Features** 1. We are different from other free groups as I limit the group size & ensure that only nice & friendly people are kept in the group. I guarantee that You will meet nicer people here as I vet and remove unfriendly people. 2. We are very social , we always have funny self introductions & games to break the ice. 3. We are more explore minded & interested in history , flora & fauna of the places where we visit. 4. We are more spiritual & free minded & into things like yoga , meditation etc. 5. We always have pub lunches (But you are free to bring your own food too). 6. Ideally , distance will be around 16k. We will stick to moderate but regular exercise. By agreeing to join this Group , you are agreeing to the below \*\*Disclaimer\*\* **I am not a qualified hike lead .** Our hikes are just gatherings of like-minded people and our hikes are of self guided nature. I am not responsible for any injury or accidents or safety issues which are possible in travel.There is no business or commercial interest behind us and our events are purely based on hobby. Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Hiking and all other activities we organize are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.

Meet new people make new friends and do many things. Games nights, brunches, dinners, drinks, quizzes, summer and winter activities and so much more! Join us if you have just moved to the zone or if you had lived all your life here and want to meet new people! 🎉 Join also our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/K48bz5TINDWDevLr30RwjM

Stag Walkers is a friendly walking and social group primarily aimed at people in their 20s and 30s but all are welcome and we have members of all ages. We run weekly walks, on Saturdays or Sundays, varying in length from around 5 to 15 miles, and we host regular social nights. Walks and socials generally take place across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and south Cambridgeshire. The group was formed in 2007 and is not profit making. It is part of and funded by Ramblers, Britain's walking charity. It is run by a group of volunteer Ramblers members who are actively involved in the group. **Why walk with Stag Walkers?** • You want to meet like-minded people who enjoy walking • You enjoy getting outdoors and exercising • You want to discover the beauty of Herts, Beds and Cambs countryside **Our Walks** • Take place throughout Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and south Cambridgeshire (although we sometimes go further afield) • Are on country footpaths, through pretty villages and skirt some of the towns in the area • Range from around 5 miles up to 15 miles • Are led by members who volunteer their time for free and are insured to lead walks **Socialising with the Group** In addition to walks, we have a regular social calendar. We organise a range of events throughout the year. **Joining the Group** You are welcome to join up to 3 Ramblers walks free of charge. After you’ve sampled our walks, we ask you to become a member of Ramblers if you wish to continue walking with us. For details of how to join and how much it costs please visit [our website](http://stagwalkers.org.uk/about-us/become-a-member.html). As a charity we ask that non-members consider making a voluntary donation to Ramblers until they become a full member. We suggest £3-4 per walk. A member of the admin team or the walk leader may mention this at the start of the walk and can accept donations on the day. You can also [donate online](https://www.ramblers.org.uk/get-involved/support-us/donations/make-a-donation.aspx) at the Ramblers website. Ramblers is a registered charity, no. 1093577 (England & Wales). Your donation will go directly towards funding Stag Walkers, and to wider Ramblers charitable activities. **Notes for joining a walk** • Please ensure you bring adequate drinking water for the duration of the walk. • Please bring a packed lunch & additional snacks if you require them - a lunch stop cannot be guaranteed. Any pub stops tend to be for drinks rather than food to save time. • Please dress appropriately for the weather and ground conditions. Walking boots and waterproofs are strongly advised in the winter and when wet! • Please arrive at the meeting point in good time, preferably 5-10 minutes before the advertised start time; walks begin promptly at the start time stated. • Car-sharing is encouraged but a lift cannot be guaranteed. We ask members to arrange car-sharing between themselves in advance; the best place to do this is on the Meetup event page for each walk. If you get a lift with another member please offer a contribution to their fuel of £3-5 depending on distance. Remember to take a change of shoes to wear in the car, and a bag for muddy boots **On joining Ramblers as a member of Stag Walkers Walking Group** • You will be sent our regular member e-newsletter (if you opt in to marketing emails) containing upcoming walks, news and interesting information about walking and the Ramblers • You are entitled to join in any of the group's walks, weekends away and socials • Your money will help run the group and Ramblers achieve its charitable objectives • Get great discounts at Cotswold Outdoor, and offers on other products and services from time to time  • You will receive Ramblers quarterly Walk magazine, and biannual Stile magazine covering our Area • [And more](https://www.ramblers.org.uk/get-involved/join-the-ramblers.aspx)... • Don't forget to quote our group code (HF52) when joining! **Please note the following:** • Booking is required for most walks and events - please read the event description for details. •  If coming to a walk for the first time, you will recognise us by our walking gear, we look like Ramblers (only younger) and anyone there can confirm. We look forward to seeing you on a walk soon! If you have any queries, suggestions or concerns, please email the committee via stagwalkers(at)gmail(dot)com

For anyone who is enjoys food, fun activities in Milton Keynes, markets, sports, live music and bars in the surrounding area. It’s a great way to explore MK and make new friends while trying something new!

Milton Keynes Sociable Walkers Mark and Nigel would like to welcome you to the Milton Keynes Sociable Walkers Meetup group. We are a friendly group of walkers of all ages and from all walks of life. We enjoy walking between 5 to 7 miles every Saturday morning, whatever the weather! Meet like-minded individuals, make new friends, and enjoy the great outdoors together. Walking is great for your overall health and well-being. So come and join us for some fresh air, exercise, and good company, it’s a great way to start your day, walking at least 10,000 steps! We walk mostly in the areas of Milton Keynes and the near surrounding counties, enjoying the beautiful countryside, scenery, wildlife and green spaces, as well as some urban areas and local historical sites. Please note: • These are not gentle walks; our walking pace is 3 miles an hour. • Apologies, but dogs are not permitted on our walks. If you would like to join our group, please provide a clear photo of yourself so we can recognise you. (If this is an issue, please contact Mark on Tel: 07956 893 893). Please wear suitable clothing and appropriate footwear, and bring some water or refreshments with you. We sometimes like to meet up afterwards to have a drink, this is arranged by us if there is a local venue nearby, this is optional. If you are unable to attend, please edit you RSVP as soon as possible to avoid delaying our start time and give someone else a chance to join the walk. We expect everyone to be kind and respectful to each other. Disclaimer: • We accept no liability or responsibility for your safety on these walks. • You will need to assess your own fitness and capability for these walks. • Each member joins on the understanding they are responsible for their own health & safety. • We are not qualified walk leaders or first aider or have insurance. • Walking can carry risks, due to some of the terrain we will be walking on. • Each walk is undertaken with full acceptance of these conditions.

This group is to bring a group of girls together that just want to have fun, socialise and get out and about! It can be hard when you are new to an area, or your long term friends just don’t have time that they used to. This is a good way to get to know new people and build new friendship groups. We would like to arrange lots of fun events whether it be brunches, nights out, walks or other activities and will always be open to suggestions. We will try and move the event locations around to keep it new and interesting and help with people that live in the surrounding areas. Looking forward to getting something booked in and to meet you all!

Monotony of Milton Keynes gets us all down at times. Meet up in MK deserves a better calibre of nights out! Are you bored of your current friends group and want to branch out? Do you yearn for a deeper connections with people? Or have recently been marooned here for work and don’t have any mates. Cool! Let’s get drunk and you can tell us all about it! 🍻 Imagine this: finishing work and unwinding with craft beer at a local brewery, or maybe unleashing your inner Chris Brown on the dance floor. One week, we could be exploring the coolest hidden gems in town; the next, we are meeting at Top Golf! This meet up is designated safe space for young professionals in Mk wanting to connect with others- disrespectful behaviour won’t be tolerated. Activities will be fun and sociable and occasionally challenging. Spaces on this group are limited due to organisers capacity so you will need to apply. See you soon 😜

Cross Dressing Connect has now become Counter Couture: Realising Gender, to encompass those individuals who struggle with the concept of a world that only accepts expression if it conforms to biological gender. Expression is a matter of choice. Gender is not. This is a social group which is open to anybody who wants to present a counter gender to their biological gender, their partners and friends. We do not accept those without a profile or admirers for the safety and privacy of our members. This group provides a safe and welcoming environment for members to express themselves freely, without fear of judgement or societal pressures. It's a place where people can come together to celebrate and explore their gender identity in a fun, supportive community. Activities may include social vents, discussions, fashion and make up tips and more. members are encouraged to share their stories, experiences and perspectives on gender identity and the feminine experience. This group embraces diversity and encourages members to express themselves authentically, without fear of criticism or stigma.

This community group was started in Milton Keynes to invite all those who might be interested in learning to meditate and for those who actually want to achieve Yoga. Many are curious as to what meditation or yoga actually is and what's it all about? The meetings aim to provide that insight and know how. The charity offers free bespoke classes that are designed to help those attending get into a genuine meditative state, which can be felt tangibly. It is quite effortless and spontaneous. The free classes feature introductory talks, video's, practical workshops and general question and answer opportunities, making them perfect for seekers trying to establish a state of yoga, and they are available across London most evenings and throughout the UK. Sahaja Yoga free meditation classes help attendees to achieve a deep state of peace and spiritual awareness in life. Try Sahaja Yoga meditation classes and see for yourself the improvement to your mental, physical and emotional state. Learn and experience…- Simple meditation techniques. Guided meditations to help reduce stress and achieve the peace of true meditation. Tips on how to help stay in balance during the day and how to meditate at home. The meditation is based on connecting with the inner chakras (energy centres) and balancing the subtle body. The tradition and aims of meditation are explained which in essence is to be in the present with no mental activity or thoughts about the past or the future. Occasionally there are 1 day retreats to help those interested, deepen their individual experience and hear advice and tips from those who have been practicing for some time. It’s ultimately all about getting into ‘thoughtless awareness’, a natural state of being.