Hike Together

• 08:30 — Meet at London Paddington ticket office
• 08:55 — Leave meeting point to board the train
• 09:08 — Train departs London Paddington
• 09:30 — Arrive at Maidenhead and change trains
• You have 3 minutes to reach platform 5B and board the connection.
• 09:34 — Train departs Maidenhead
• 09:57 — Arrive at Marlow

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Only one train per hour runs from Maidenhead to Marlow. Missing the connection will delay the walk by one hour. It would be better to travel as an entire group from Maidenhead.

📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2 (local):

• 10:00 — Meet outside Marlow train station

🚶WALK STARTS:

• 10:00 — Marlow train station

🏁 WALK FINISHES:

• 16:00 — Marlow town centre

🍔 LUNCH:

• Bring a packed lunch.
• There will be a pub or café stop, but time is limited.

🌳 TOILETS:

• Use toilets on the train from London before the walk
• “Nature facilities” available during the hike
• Pub and café breaks along the route

👣 STAYING TOGETHER:
Follow the group leader, not the fastest walker. If you are near the back, always keep someone in sight ahead. If walking ahead, stop and wait at junctions so the group can regroup.

💪 TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY:

• Distance: 21 km (13 mi)
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Ascent 591 m | Descent 593 m
• Max Elevation: 151 m | Min: 12 m
• Terrain: Riverside paths, open fields, uneven ground, gravel tracks, and woodland. Mostly flat along the river, with a few short moderate inclines in the forested sections, but nothing really strenuous.
• Walking time: about 5 hours (around 6 hours including breaks)
• Pace: steady 5 km/h, a comfortable and consistent walking speed faster than a casual stroll but not brisk or strenuous

🎒 WHAT TO BRING:

• Packed lunch and plenty of snacks
• At least 2 litres of water
• Sturdy hiking boots
• Layers and waterproofs
• Personal medication, blister plasters, and a basic first aid kit
• Antihistamines for allergies or insect bites
• Optional: walking poles
• Fully charged phone for emergencies
• Head torch just in case
• Spare warm layer
• Extra snacks and a hot drink in a flask
• A happy face and a sense of adventure

↩️ RETURN TRAINS TO LONDON FROM MARLOW:

• 17:00 — Change at Maidenhead, arriving in London at 17:50
• 18:00 — Change at Maidenhead, arriving in London at 19:50

📞 CONTACT:
Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.

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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm that you have read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.
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🚗🅿️💰By Car:
Parking can be expensive and busy (🔺the parking prices in Windsor are increased sharply and unfairly). The Castle Car Park near the station is around 🔺£26.00 for 8 hours (approx). Check current prices here before you set off.

🚂 Fast and indirect train option from London Paddington (30 minutes) - There is a slight risk you will miss the connection:
Buy a return ticket to Windsor & Eton Central (£11.05). Take the 09:08 fast train from London Paddington to Slough (arrives 09:23), then change at Slough for the 09:30 train to Windsor & Eton Central, arriving at 09:36.

🚂 Slow and direct train option from London Waterloo (1 hour):
Buy a return ticket to Windsor & Eton Riverside (£11.80) and take the 08:33 train from London Waterloo direct to Windsor & Eton Riverside, arriving at 09:29.

📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1:
The host will take the slower train from London Waterloo to avoid the risk of missing the connection and delaying the start.

• 08:00 - Meet at the London Waterloo ticket office
• 08:15 - Leave the meeting point and board the train
• 08:33 - Train departs London Waterloo
• 09:29 - Arrive at Windsor & Eton Riverside

📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2:

• 09:40 - Meet at Windsor & Eton Riverside railway station ticket office

🚶WALK STARTS:

• 09:45 - from Windsor & Eton Riverside railway station ticket office
• Please don’t be late, we won’t ask a large group to wait for latecomers and will begin the walk without you.

🏁 WALK FINISHES:

• Approximately 16:30 at **Windsor & Eton Riverside **railway station

🍔 LUNCH:

• Packed lunch and snacks.
• We’ll take a break in the wilderness after about 3 hours of walking (12 km / 7.5 miles).

🌳 TOILETS:

• Discreet nature stops if needed before lunch
• Virginia Water Café
• The Savill Garden Shop

👣 STAYING TOGETHER:
Keep others in sight. If you are at the front, pause at junctions; if you are at the back, make sure you can see someone ahead. Depending on pace, it may be dark near the end; bring a head torch.

🎒WHAT TO BRING:

• Packed lunch and snacks
• Water (at least 2 L)
• Sturdy footwear
• Layers and waterproofs
• Sun protection
• Medication and small first aid (Compeed blister plasters)
• Optional walking poles
• Fully charged phone and a small power bank

🚂 RETURN TRAINS:

• 16:21 - Windsor & Eton Riverside, Arrive London Waterloo 17:19
• 16:51 - Windsor & Eton Riverside, Arrive London Waterloo 17:49
• 17:21 - Windsor & Eton Riverside, Arrive London Waterloo 18:19
• 17:51 - Windsor & Eton Riverside, Arrive London Waterloo 18:49

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• 16:20- Windsor & Eton Central, Arrive London Paddington 16:50
• 16:40- Windsor & Eton Central, Arrive London Paddington 17:20
• 17:20- Windsor & Eton Central, Arrive London Paddington 17:50
• 17:40- Windsor & Eton Central, Arrive London Paddington 18:20

⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY:

• Distance: ~24 km (15 miles)
• Walking time: ~5.5 hours
• Total duration: ~6.5 hours (including breaks)
• Ascent/Descent: 274 m / 272 m
• Elevation: max 86 m, min 23 m
• Pace: steady to moderate (5 km/h)
• Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
• Terrain: Mostly firm parkland paths, some wide concrete tracks, gravel and woodland trails, with short grassy and sandy sections that may be soft in places.

🥾 Footwear guidance

• ✖️ Heavy boots can be less comfortable on long concrete sections.
• ✔️ Lightweight, waterproof hiking boots suitable for mixed terrain.

📞 CONTACT:

• Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.

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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm you’ve read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.

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CREDITS:
Some images courtesy of Saeideh Babashahi [https://www.pexels.com/@saeideh-babashahi-155343566/gallery/]

• Outbound: For trains and group tickets from London, please check with others coming from London as well as National Rail for details

MEETING POINT & TIME:

• Walk starts: 10:00 from outside the Rye railway station car park
• Walk finishes: Approx. 16:00–17:00 in Hastings railway station

DISTANCE AND DIFFICULTY:

• Total distance: approx. ~22km (~14 miles)
• Ascent: 398 m
• Grade: Moderate/Hard
• Pace: Approx. 5 km/h (~3.1 mph)

GUIDE:

• See the attendee list

WHAT TO BRING:

• Water (2 litres recommended)
• Snacks and packed lunch
• Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing
• Sturdy shoes or hiking boots

SAFETY:

• As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.
• ⚠️Coastal cliffs & Uneven terrain

NOTES:

• This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
• A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
• While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
• Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.

DISCLAIMER:
Event Participation Disclaimer
By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
• These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
• The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
• Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
• These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
• Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.

GENERAL GROUP POLICY:

• Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
• No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
• Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
• Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
• Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
• Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
• Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
• No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
• No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
• Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
• First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carry a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.

FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.

• Venue: The Swan Hotel - Arundel ; What-3-Words
• À la carte menu options HERE
• Venue booking from 16:00 to 18:30
• We aim to catch the train 18:44 back to London

💷 The restaurant requires a £10 deposit when booking in advance to secure your seat. This amount will be deducted from your food and drink bill. In other words, you’ll get your £10 back through what you order.

Please only sign up if you are committed to attending. Your place at the hotel will only be confirmed once the deposit is paid.

Why do we ask for a deposit?
To confirm attendance.

💳 Please pay £10 per person hotel deposit direct to the organiser using secure payment: [https://monzo.com/pay/r/hike-together_ctfL2tFnyzowi0]

IF you are booking for more than one person, click the link, then click Pay by easy bank transfer. After that, scroll down and click Other to display the account name and sort code necessary to complete your booking.

THEN whatsApp 07780 972 356 OR message AdrianB in Meetup the transation Id.

🔁 Refunds & Transfers
The deposit is non-refundable. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to another participant, just arrange the payment directly with them and inform the organiser of their name.

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🚆TRANSPORT OPTION 1: Arrange your own transport, by a return to Arundel.

🚆 TRANSPORT OPTION 2: Group tickets arranged by the organiser, click HERE

IF you want to organise your own group tickets you can do it HERE.

London Victoria - Arundel (Return):

• 💚 £13.00 with a DaySave Group Ticket
• 💛 £26.70 with a Network Railcard discount
• 🔺 £40.10 without a Railcard discount

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📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 1 - (London departure):

• 09:00 – Meet at London Victoria station ticket office
• 09:20 – Leave the meeting point and board the train
• 09:35 – Train departs London Victoria (direct to Amberley)
• 10:58 – Train arrives Amberley

📍 MEETING POINT OPTION 2 - (Join at Amberley):

• 11:00 – Meet at Amberley train station

🚶 WALK STARTS:

• 11:00 – Amberley train station

🏁 WALK FINISHES:

• 15:00 – Arundel town centre

🍔 LUNCH:

• Bring a packed lunch

⏸️ BREAKS:

• Expect a pub or café stop and a few short breaks throughout the walk.

↩️ RETURN TRAINS TO LONDON:

• ~20 min walk from Arundel town centre to Arundel railway station
• 18:44 – Arrives London Victoria 20:25
• 19:14 – Arrives London Victoria 20:45

🚻 TOILETS:

• On the train before we begin walking
• Pub, Cafe
• Nature facilities
• Arundel town centre

⚠️ TERRAIN, CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULTY

• Distance: 15km (9 miles)
• Difficulty: Easy
• Ascent/Descent: 212 m ↑ / 508 m ↓
• Average pace: 4.5–5 km/h — slow lesiurly pace
• Walking time: ~3 hours
• Total time incl. breaks: ~4 hours

🎒WHAT TO BRING:

• Packed lunch and snacks
• At least 2 L of water
• Sturdy hiking boots
• Layers and waterproof clothing
• Cold weather protection
• Medication and basic first aid
• Fully charged phone & power bank
• A happy festive spirit

📞CONTACT:

• Message the event host directly via Meetup with any questions.

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⚠️DISCLAIMER:
By joining, you confirm you’ve read and accepted the group policy on the About page. You are responsible for your own safety, and neither the host nor the group can be held liable for injury, loss, or damage.

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📸 CREDITS:

• Image licensed from: https://www.robertharding.com/