🟠🚶Hollingbourne via Leeds Castle & Kings Wood

Starting from Hollingbourne, we’ll move through the picturesque Kent village before heading towards the iconic Leeds Castle, a moated fortress first built in 1119 by a Norman knight. From there, the route opens into classic Kent countryside - rolling fields, woodland stretches, and long sweeping paths that are perfect for a steady, purposeful paced hike.

🟠 HIKE:
📏22km (13.6 miles)
🏔️ Elev. Gain: 305m
💓 Av. Pace: 5.2 km/h
🚥 View Walking/Hiking Levels Here

✊ Pace & Purpose: Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are paced walks and hikes (not strolls), so please join us with that active mindset and purpose in mind.

📍 London Victoria Rail Station (opposite platform 7)
🔄 Start/End: Hollingbourne Station
⌚Meet from 8:31am, the train departs at 8:55am [arrives 10:10 at Hollingbourne \ Return train aimed for 5:17pm]

🚆 Travel & Tickets
All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station.
Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket
We recommend buying on the day. Use a Network Railcard or a GroupSave discount where possible.
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Option 2: Group Ticket (3+ People)
I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket. To join this:
💳 PayPay Here: TBC
Please send via Friends & Family and make sure no fee is charged.
⏳Deadline: TBC
📱 Confirmation: Message on WhatsApp with your Meetup Name once paid.
ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.
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🚻 Departing Station / On-board train / Possibly near Castle (if open)

🎒 Essentials:

Gear: Hiking boots (recommended), hiking socks (or double socks), and layered clothing.
Food/Water: Packed lunch, snacks, and 1.5–2L of water.
Tech: Fully charged phone + portable power bank.
Safety: Emergency whistle + Headtorch (winter).
Prayer: If you are praying, please ensure you have wudu beforehand. Be ready to join the group promptly to keep us on schedule

📋 Attendance Policy:
When an event has a waiting list, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [why it matters]

⛑️ Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times.

🚦 Walk/Hike Levels:
🟢 Easy
🟡 Average
🟠 Moderate
🔴 Challenging
⚫ Very Challenging
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