What we’re about
A group with regular organised walks geographically designed to lead you around picturesque landscapes and monumental landmarks.
Each walk is described in detail and often includes a map of the route, approximate miles and skill level. The leader offers historical knowledge about your guided route.
Country and Urban walks, local and not so local, circular, linear.
Coach trips are arranged too which are always a day to remember and add to the variety of the walking events. These coach trips offer you the choice to do the organised walk or you can go off and explore the location and join up with the walkers later. UK seaside resorts and cities are among the many favourites destinations.
Please wear suitable clothing as the weather can be changeable. Walking boots, waterproof jacket are a must, layers are good as easier to be comfortable. Sunscreen, a change of socks perhaps, water bottle, snacks, a charged phone.
By joining the group you are accepting full responsibility for your own health and safety. The group is a non profit organisation and each person is a part of a group of friends. Please don't attend walks if you do not feel fit and well. Each person is totally responsible for their own actions. If that policy doesn't suit then don't join.
Each person joins events at their own risk. There are no qualified staff or First Aiders. The group is merely a group of friends who share a common interest in walking and the great outdoors. You must accept that the group, event organisers and hosts are not liable for your safety and wellbeing. Each person attending the events are equal and take responsibility for themselves. If that policy doesn't suit then don't join.
Each member is expected to treat the fellow members with respect and kindness and any distress caused to other members could lead to immediate removal from the group.
The group is free to join, there is no expectation to pay anything. Members are welcome to contribute voluntarily a couple of pounds a year which will go towards the running costs of the group. This would be greatly appreciated as meetup isn't free. Any surplus funds will be donated to a Wildlife charity of your choice and spent on savoury treats on occasions for you to enjoy.
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All members are required to have a name and photo on their profile. Profile photo should be a clear photo of yourself without sunglasses or face coverings. We must be able to recognise you from your photo.
Enjoy the events and stay safe.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sutton in Ashfield to Brierley Forest Park Eight Mile CircularSutton-in-Ashfield Library, Nottinghamshire
Join us for an eight-mile circular walk along disused railway lines, countryside and forests from Sutton in Ashfield to Skegby, Teversal, Brierley and back to the starting point.
Halfway stop at Brierley Forest Visitor Center for a picnic or a visit to the cafe along with a toilet break.
Free car parking at the Idlewells Shopping Center.
Public transport TrentBarton The Threes departing from Nottingham Victoria at 1030 with return buses every twenty minutes. Buy a single on the outward journey and a single on the return journey for £2 each time a total cost of £4.
What3Words link to the meeting point https://w3w.co/clots.hope.dangerously
Route details Brierley - 13km Walking Route near Dalestorth (ID: 2156455) (plotaroute.com)
Voluntary donations towards the running costs of the group will be gratefully accepted or can be made via PayPal at https://paypal.me/WalkingFriends?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB
Any problems or questions please leave a message via meetup or email me at elknottingham@gmail.com.
- Highfields & Nottingham University Four Mile Circular WalkLakeside Arts, Nottingham
Join me for a stroll around Highfields and the University of Nottingham starting from the Lakeside Pavilion.
Frequent trams and buses to the meeting point along with a free car park.
Well behaved children and dogs welcomed on the walk.
Walking Friends has to pay monthly bills to meetup. Any help to cover these costs is appreciated. Contributions can be made on the PayPal link provided below. Select the pay a friend option and put Walking Friends in the note. Thanks in advance for your contributions.
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NottinghamFriends
Any problems or questions please leave a message via meetup or email me at elknottingham@gmail.com.
- Eight Mile Stapleford to Stanton By Dale ExplorerWalter Parker VC Memorial Square, Nottingham
Join us for an eight-mile walk starting from Stapleford and crossing over to Sandiacre and Stanton by Dale exploring waterways, scenic viewpoints and a quaint village.
Refreshment and toilet break at a pub in Stanton By Dale
Free car parking at the start of the walk-in council car parks in Stapleford or you can find some nearby on-street parking.
Frequent TrentBarton i4 bus service to Stapleford departs from Friar Lane at 1117 return bus every twenty minutes.
What3Words link to the meeting point https://w3w.co/glory.news.yoga
Route details Stanton - 12km Walking Route near Stapleford (ID: 2257983) (plotaroute.com)
Voluntary donations towards the running costs of the group will be gratefully accepted or can be made via https://pay.collctiv.com/yearly-costs-25118
Any problems or questions please leave a message via meetup or email me at elknottingham@gmail.com.