Frequently Asked Questions

What is a day event?

Whilst the main purpose of our group is making weekend (or longer) trips to youth hostels, we also run regular events closer to home. Once or twice a month we organise a day's walking or cycling, usually somewhere in Leicestershire.

Like weekend trips, day events are organised by a member of the group who will collect the names of those interested in going and try to arrange transport for those that need it. Transport arrangements for day evens are a lot more ad-hoc than for weekends due to the shorter distances involved, but we can usually find space for you in somebody's car.

Having met at a suitable rendezvous, we'll walk (or cycle or whatever) for most of the day, usually stopping for a packed lunch on the way. Often, we'll stop at (or near) a pub for lunch, but don't depend on it. It's best to check with the organiser if you want to leave your lunchbox at home - you might end up very hungry!

Not all day events are walks, we might visit tourist attractions or anything else that members want to do. Keep your eye on the programme for upcoming events. If you want to go somewhere or do something, why not make it a group event? It'll be more fun and can work out cheaper too!