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The Thames Path, Part 2. (11 Miles/18KM)

The Thames Path, Part 2. (11 Miles/18KM)

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM
From Hike For Charity
4.9

**Do this walk because** \- its a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London\. We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks during the next 24 months. We're doing this hike with [Variety is the Spice](https://www.meetup.com/variety-is-the-spice-meetup-group/) Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk. **Walk facts (Stage 2)** **Form:** Linear walk from Cricklade to Lechlade. **Distance:** Approximately 11 miles / 18km **Duration:** Walking time circa 4.5 hours. **Grade:** *Easy.* We will maintain a steady pace over varied surfaces. *During wet weather the paths can become muddy.* **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** Our route will generally follow the Thames Path. We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames. Additional information will be provided before the walk, however please contact Carl if you need more details at any time. **Meeting at** Outside Tesco Express, 39 High St, Cricklade, Swindon SN6 6BX. We'll be outside Tesco Express at 11am. We'll start walking at 11.10 am. **Travel** If you’re travelling from London, you’ve three options: **Option 1 — Join Carl in Reading (car + bus)** * Carl departs Reading Central railway station at 9:10am in a 7‑seater. * He’ll drive to Swindon station, then take the bus to Cricklade. * Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift. * A £5 donation is requested for the return journey to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). **Option 2 — Travel to Swindon** * Make your own way to Swindon railway station. * Meet us in the station café between 10:00am and 10:20am. * We’ll then take the bus together to Cricklade. **Option 3 — Travel directly to Cricklade** * If you prefer, go straight to Tesco Express, Cricklade for 11:00am. ***Getting back to London*** At Letchlade we will catch a bus to Swindon. From Swindon, fast GWR trains run regularly back to London Paddington and the 7 seater vehicle will return to Reading railway station. **If you are driving** Parking at Swindon railway station is probably a good option. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

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The Thames Path, Part 3. (16 Miles/26KM)

The Thames Path, Part 3. (16 Miles/26KM)

Sat, Aug 22, 10:30 AM
From Hike For Charity
4.9

**Do this walk because** \- its a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London\. We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks over a 24 month period. Estimated completion is May 2028. We're doing this hike with [Variety is the Spice](https://www.meetup.com/variety-is-the-spice-meetup-group/) Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk. **Walk facts (Stage 3)** **Form:** Linear walk from Lechlade to Newbridge. **Distance:** Approximately 16 miles / 26km **Duration:** Walking time circa 6.5 hours. **Grade:** Moderate. This is the longest of the Thames Path walks in our schedule & we have some time constraints for public transport. During wet weather the paths can become muddy. **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** Our route will generally follow the Thames Path. We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames. Places of interest include: [The Trout Inn Lechlade](https://thetroutinn.com/) St Johns Lock - [Visit the highest lock on the River Thames](https://www.thamesvalleyguide.co.uk/what-to-do-and-see/around-the-river/locks/st-johns-lock) [Radcot Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radcot_Bridge) [Tadpole Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tadpole_Bridge) [Tenfoot Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tenfoot_Bridge) [New Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Bridge,_River_Thames) **Meeting at** Outside Lechlade Post Office. We'll be outside the Post Office at 11.30am. We'll start walking at 11.35am. **Travel** If you’re travelling from London, you’ve two options: **Option 1 — Join Carl at Reading (car + bus)** * Carl departs Reading Central railway station at 9am in a 7‑seater. * He’ll drive to Witney, then take the bus to Lechlade. * Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift. * A £5 donation is requested for the return journey to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). *Note: It may be possible to pick up at Didcot Parkway railway station at approximately 9. 35am.* **Option 2 — Travel directly to Lechlade** * If you prefer, go straight to Lechlade Post Office, GL7 3AD to meet us at 11.30am. ***Getting back to London*** If you’re travelling to London, you’ve two options: **Option 1 — Bus+Car+Train** * Bus from Newbridge to Witney. * Join Carl in the 7 seat vehicle to Reading Central railway station. * Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift. A £5 donation is requested to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH). *Note: It may be possible to drop at Didcot Parkway railway station.* **Option 2 — Bus+Train** Bus from Newbridge to Oxford. Train from Oxford to Paddington or Marylebone. **If you are driving** Parking at Witney is probably a good option. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

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Summer Disco at mine supporting cancer charities. BRING A FRIEND!

Sun, Aug 16, 2:00 PM
From Bexley and Bromley Belles
4.8
14 attendees
Cotswold capers ~ one or two days

Cotswold capers ~ one or two days

Sat, Aug 1, 9:00 AM
From Hike For Charity
4.9

**Do this walk because** \- it's the Cotswolds\! What more do you need 😊 This will be a busy weekend with lots of hills, so please be prepared. The two walks combined will cover what is generally known as 'The Five Valleys Walk' **Saturday hike** Type \~ Part 1 of a two day circular route around Stroud. Start walk \~ 10am from Stroud railway station. Hiking time approx. 6hrs Hike distance \~ 20km Total ascent \~ 473m *Note: We plan to take a short (4km) bus ride at the start & finish of this walk. You could avoid the bus at the end by walking instead.* **Sunday hike** Type \~ Part 2 of a two day circular route around Stroud. Start walk \~ 10am from Stroud railway station. Hiking time approx. 6 hrs Hike distance \~ 20km Total ascent \~ 511m **Donation to [GOSH](https://www.gosh.org/):** £5 cash on the day. **What to take**: A packed lunch and plenty of water. **Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.** **Walk Description** You have to see for yourself. Words don't do justice. **Meeting at** Outside Stroud railway station. We'll start walking at 10am. *Note: If the train from Paddington is late & you message us we'll delay the start of the walk(s) until 10.20am. There may be bus or taxi options to catch up with us if you arrive after we have set off.* **Travel** If you’re travelling to Stroud from London, get the train from London Paddington. Another option is to travel with Carl R in his 7 seater vehicle. He'll be picking up from Reading Central railway station on Friday. Contact Carl for details. ***Getting back to London*** Over the weekend, there's approximately one train an hour going back to Paddington from Stroud. Another option is with Carl R in his 7 seater vehicle with pick up from Stroud railway station on Sunday & drop off at Reading Central Railway station. Contact Carl for details. **If you are driving** Parking in Stroud is the best option. **KEY INFORMATION** YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have. 1. [The perilous bit](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYmnugrVTjSPTyGAQ?e=KEtxLW) 2. [Our FAQs](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYnTkTcg0qmj9tSzw?e=RtfXnP), including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money. 3. See here for [what to wear and take](https://1drv.ms/w/s!Amm1USRcx4vIguYkeUPX7cpM0ZrmIA?e=Bn1d7g). Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions. **AND FINALLY** * We're raising money for [Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children](https://www.gosh.org/) We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊

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GoodGym Haringey // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit

GoodGym Haringey // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit

Wed, Jul 29, 5:45 PM
From GoodGym - Do Good in your local community and Get Fit
4.6

**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.** **Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.** **📍 We meet at** **Blue House Yard, 5 River Park Road, London, N22 7TB** **at 6:45pm.** **🏃‍♂️ At 7:00pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.** **🏃‍♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:45pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?** It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇 — **BOOK ONTO THE SESSION** **To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions **You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins). The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out. p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session. — **FAQ** Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind. 70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍 What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather. Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours. Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤 What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org

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Comedy & Games Night 💪🏼

Fri, Jul 31, 5:30 PM
From London Cosmopolitan Muslim
4.6
11 attendees
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Frequently asked questions

Meetup is a platform that connects people with shared interests. It helps users find and join local groups or attend both in-person and virtual events. By participating, you can meet new people and engage in activities that matter to you.

You can find charity groups in London by searching Meetup with relevant keywords. Filter your results by location to see what's around you, making it easy to join and take part in local causes.

Yes, Meetup often features volunteer opportunities organized by local charity groups. You can browse various events and choose to volunteer your time at a cause that interests you most.

Absolutely! Meetup allows you to find and attend charity events in London. Simply RSVP to events that appeal to you and participating becomes seamless, offering a rewarding way to contribute.

To join a group on Meetup, search for charity groups in London and click 'Join.' This connects you to like-minded individuals passionate about making a positive impact.

While this depends on the group's structure, many charity groups welcome suggestions for events. It's a great way to contribute ideas and help shape activities focused on giving back.

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Yes, Meetup hosts both in-person and online charity events. By browsing the events section, you can find online opportunities suited to your schedule and interests.

Charity events on Meetup are organized gatherings where members support causes through donations or time. Once RSVP’d, you can attend, participate in activities, and contribute as scheduled.

If you want to, you can organize a Meetup group and host charity events. This enables you to gather people with a similar mission and contribute collectively to society.

No, events on Meetup are organized by the groups themselves, not the Meetup platform. It's always recommended to check with the specific group's organizer for event details.

Meetup provides a fantastic way to meet people with shared interests, though building connections often relies on your participation and engagement in events.

The level of activity in charity groups can vary. Some groups may have frequent events, while others might be more occasional, depending on the community and organizers.

Availability of groups or events depends on existing initiatives in London. Continuous exploration can uncover vibrant communities and varied events.

Meetup focuses on group activities and community engagement, not on individual pairings for volunteering. It encourages collective efforts to support charitable activities.