British Red Cross Snowdon Trek
Take on a fantastic 10 mile trek to the summit of Mount Snowdon. Standing at 3,500ft it is the highest mountain peak in England and Wales. Enjoy a challenging day of hiking with Team Red Cross along one of the most popular routes to the top of this mountain - the Llanberis Trail. This is an exclusive Red Cross event and a fantastic opportunity to take in a beautiful and rugged landscape. You will ...
Event at:
Mount Snowdon
in
Gwynedd
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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British Red Cross Charity Red Shoe Walk
Enjoy an exciting day of walking eight miles along the Thames, crossing 13 bridges while raising vital funds for people in crisis.
This fun and unique challenge is an exclusive Red Cross Week event and will take you on an adventure through the heart of London. Get ready to put on your bright red wellies, your sparkly red converse or your cherry red Doc Martens and be a part of Red Cross Week i ...
Event at:
Tower Bridge
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Autumn Tree Walk with The Head Gardener
Join the Head Gardener for a walk around the gardens in all their autumn glory. Details to be announced shortly.
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Event at:
Syon House Syon Park
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Thorndon Country Park Walk in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust
‘Walking together for Cystic Fibrosis’
Now in its 11th year - join our North-East London Branch for this 4 mile beautiful walk.
We are fortunate to be guided by experienced charity walkers. They are more than used to catering for all ages and abilities and will ensure that you don’t get left behind!
There will also be a CF stall between 10.30 and 12.30 selling home made cakes and jams ...
Event at:
Thorndon Country Park South
in
Essex
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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The Chinese Landscape: Walking Tour of Royal Botanic Gardens
Please join us for a fascinating walking tour of the Royal Botanic Gardens, lead by horticultural expert Ray Townsend, Kew's Arboretum and Woody Collections Manager.
Ray will share his three decades of experience while he explains how part of Kew's historic landscape is heavily influenced by China. Some of the most spectacular trees in the gardens originate from the Middle Kingdom - C ...
Event at:
Royal Botanic Gardens
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Event First Aid Cover
First Aid Training & Event Cover Ltd provide Event First Aid Cover for all your public and corporate events.
These may include Fetes, Carnivals, Sports Day, Corporate Functions.
Wherever large groups of people converge, there is a risk of injury and illness - Allow us to cover those concerns, as well as provide a visible presence to promote peace of mind, allowing your visitors to really rel ...
Event at:
Event First Aid Medical Cover
in
Manchester
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Dr Johnson Walks
Follow in Johnson's footsteps and explore the courts and alleys off Fleet Street with an experienced City Guide.
Dr Johnson's Fleet Street - Discover Johnson's life and work in and around Fleet Street and his acquaintances in the area.
Dr Johnson's City - Explore the Fleet Valley, Ludgate Hill and St Paul's Churchyard areas as Johnson knew them.
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Event at:
Dr Johnsons House
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Garden History Tour
On a summer visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse you can now book a guided walk through the historic Palace gardens. Including parts of the grounds not normally open to the public, the tour takes you through the ruins of the 12th-century Abbey to the site of the ancient menagerie, the 17th-century sundial and the Jubilee Border. You will also see where The Queen's annual Garden Party takes pla ...
Event at:
Palace of Holyroodhouse
in
Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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ORGANIC VEGETABLES TALK
Enjoy a tour of Loseley's fascinating Organic Vegetable Garden. Includes a glass of wine and nibbles on arrival and a tub of Loseely ice cream to finish.
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Event at:
Loseley Park
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Friends of Richmond Park Walk
Join the Friends of Richmond Park for a walk. All welcome. Meet at Sheen Gate car park at 10:00am. ...
Event at:
Richmond Park (Sheen Gate car park)
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Single's Introduction to Outdoor Navigation, Edinburgh
On Sunday, 27th May 2012 at 10:00
The day will be spent in great company and you will be joined by a very experienced Mountain Leader who will coach you through the fundamentals. The beauty and history of the Pentland Hills are sure to inspire you and the unmatched views of the Lothians, Edinburgh and beyond offer outstanding backdrops for the day. ...
Event at:
The Flotterstone Inn
in
Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Single's Peak District Walking Weekend
On Friday, 25th May 2012 at 16:00
The entire weekend is aimed at those new to outdoor pursuits and all activities are led by highly qualified mountain leaders. Over the weekend we will also be offering everyone the chance to have a go at a range of interesting activities. ...
Event at:
Bretton, YHA
in
Sheffield
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Friends- walk in the Bamboo Garden
Friends of Kew can explore the Bamboo Garden with Kew expert Ray Townsend. Become a Friend and get unlimited access to the Gardens all year round for 20p per day.
Ray Townsend leads this tour of Kew's fascinating Bamboo Garden, sharing his expertise and offering advice as you go. The garden, created in 1891 with only 40 species of bamboo, now has approximately 1,200 species from China, Japa ...
Event at:
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Single Chilterns Singles' Walk, Buckinghamshire
On Sunday, 20th May 2012 at 10:45
Join us for this Singles' walk in the Chilterns exploring the Ridgeway and Ickneild Way, following Brims Ditch and finally summiting the Ivinghoe Beacon/ Beacon Hills providing views right acro to the White Lion at Whipsnade.
On the descent back to Tring the route passes Moneybury Hill and Bridgewater Monument and takes in several Tumulas, before final ...
Event at:
Entrance to Wendover Train Station on P
in
Buckinghamshire
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Great Strides 65 in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust
The route will take you to a maximum height of 133 metres with a total ascent of just over 500 metres in under 16 hours, with a support team who will meet you at checkpoints to help you to refuel and change clothes.
This event is being organised by the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, the UK's only national charity dedicated to all aspects of Cystic Fibrosis (CF). We fund research to treat and cu ...
Event at:
Newlands Corner
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Guided walking tour - Royal Kew
Kew has a wealth of Royal heritage and connections to be discovered on this fascinating tour timed to coincide with Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
On this tour, Kew Guides will introduce you to the history and importance of Kew, the scientific work that goes on behind the scenes, seasonal highlights and at least one great glasshouse. If the weather is very inclement, tours may be kept ...
Event at:
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Walks and tours - Introduction to the Gardens
Gain an insight into Kew’s history, plants, science and seasonal highlights. Every day of the year except 24 & 25 December.
On this tour Kew Guides will introduce you to the history and role of Kew, the scientific work that goes on behind the scenes, seasonal highlights and at least one great glasshouse. If the weather is very inclement, tours may be kept withing the glasshouses for your co ...
Event at:
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Isabella Plantation Garden Walk
You are invited to join the gardeners for a guided walk in the Isabella Plantation. Walks last about 1.5 hours and are free of charge. ...
Event at:
Richmond Park (Isabella Plantation)
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Keats in London Walk
Keats was known as the 'Cockney poet' and this two and a half hour walk explores parts of London where he lived and studied.
Starting at Keats's birthplace in Moorgate, we will weave through the quiet City streets to Cheapside, walk to Apothecaries Hall and stroll along the river to London Bridge. We cross the River Thames to finish by the Keats memorial stuatue in Guys' Hospita ...
Event at:
Moorgate Underground Station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Pentillie Castle Walk in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust
This is a joint fundraising walk with the CF Unit at Derriford Hospital, so all fundraised monies will be split.
Where? Pentillie Castle, St Mellion, Saltash, Cornwall PL12 6QD
When? Sunday 4 March 2012
How long is the walk? 2.5 miles
What will I need to take? Flat comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The walk takes place over gravel, field and hard core surfaces ...
Event at:
Pentillie Castle
in
Saltash
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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River Lee wandering litter pick
Enjoy a walk along the Olympic waterways, picking litter as you go. Join volunteers from the Big Waterways Clean-Up 2012 to help improve the River Lee Navigation.
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Event at:
Hackeny Wick Station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Hertford Union Canal towpath litter pick
Enjoy a walk along the Olympic waterways, and help improve them at the same time. Volunteer with the Big Waterways Clean-Up 2012 and help to tidy the towpath of the Hertford Union Canal.
Starts and ends at Hackeny Wick Station. ...
Event at:
Hackeny Wick Station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Limehouse Cut walking litter pick
Enjoy a walk along the Olympic waterways, picking up litter along the way. Part of the Big Waterways Clean-Up 2012, a volunteer-led project to improve East London's canals and rivers.
The walk will be from Limehouse Station to Bromley-by-Bow station. Tea and biscuits provided at Bow Locks. ...
Event at:
Limehouse Station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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IWA guided walk on the Regent-s Canal
A winter walk along the Regent's Canal from King's Cross to Camden with the Inland Waterways Association. ...
Event at:
Kings Cross station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Walks and tours - Introduction to the Gardens
Gain an insight into Kew’s history, plants, science and seasonal highlights. Every day of the year except 24 & 25 December.
On this tour Kew Guides will introduce you to the history and role of Kew, the scientific work that goes on behind the scenes, seasonal highlights and at least one great glasshouse. If the weather is very inclement, tours may be kept withing the glasshouses for your co ...
Event at:
Kew Gardens
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Walk in Richmond Park
Join the Friends of Richmond Park for a walk. All welcome. ...
Event at:
Richmond Park
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Isabella Plantation Garden Walk
You are invited to join the gardeners for guided walks throughout the year.
Walks are free of charge
Meet inside the Garden by the gate from Broomfield Hill car park at 11.00 ...
Event at:
Richmond Park
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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THE ENCHANTED WOODLAND
Take a magical walk through Syon Park's 6th annual Enchanted Woodland. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only from Friday 18th November to Sunday 4th December. From 5.00pm to 9.00pm, last entry at 8.00pm. ...
Event at:
Syon Park
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Historic Lakes and Woodland Tours
Join YSP Volunteers for a walk and talk to explore the Park's interesting past, historic lakes and woodland.
Please note that the terrain is uneven and not accessible to wheelchair users. Sensible footwear and clothing is advised. Due to sensitive wildlife habitats, dogs are not permitted around the Upper Lake or in Menagerie Wood.
For more information on the heritage of the Bretto ...
Event at:
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Intercultural Tour: Ivory Religious and Secular Objects
INTERCULTURAL GALLERY TALK: Take a closer look at a range of ivory pieces and hear more about the past use of this natural material. In many different periods and countries, ivory has been used to create highly valued religious objects as well as secular items.
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Event at:
The Victoria and Albert Museum
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Walk in Richmond Park
Join the Friends of Richmond Park for a walk. All welcome.
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Event at:
Richmond Park
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Walk: Hauntings and Hangings
Guided walk through the darker side of London, with tales of churchyard murders, public executions and body snatchers.
From the Museum of London Docklands. Walks last two hours. £10/£8 concessions.
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Event at:
Museum of London Docklands
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Bow Back Rivers and Olympic London guided walk
Guided walk around Bow Back Rivers and London's Olympic waterways with the IWA and London Walks.
£8 or £6 for senior citizens/full-time students. Children under 15 free. Meet 2.30pm Bromley-by-Bow Station (Circle, District and Hammersmith & City lines). ...
Event at:
Bromley-by-Bow Underground Station
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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AUTUMN WALK WITH THE HEAD GARDENER
Join the Head Gardener for a walk around the gardens in all their autumn glory. Booking recommended via the Visitor Centre or tel. Please note: RHS membership not valid for the tours as they are a special event. (see your RHS handbook for terms and conditions) ...
Event at:
Syon Park
in
London
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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Isabella Plantation Garden Walk
You are invited to join the gardeners for guided walks throughout the year.
Walks are free of charge
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Event at:
Richmond Park
in
Surrey
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United Kingdom
Type of Event:
Hiking - Walking Trips - Events
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