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Top organiser Walks
Today, 18:00Gentle35 min

Relaxed Greenwich Park evening walk

Greenwich Park · Greenwich

Hosted by Maya · Relaxed

A gentle loop as the sun goes down. No pressure to keep pace, we walk together and no one gets left behind.

A free filter coffee after the walk
6 going
Runs
Tomorrow, 08:30Easy30 min

Beginner-friendly Blackheath run

Blackheath Common · Blackheath

Hosted by Deste · Easy jog with walk breaks

Short, forgiving intervals with plenty of walking breaks. Built for people getting back into it.

50% off a bottle of water when you take part
4 going
Dog walks
Tomorrow, 10:00Gentle45 min

Riverside dog walk & natter

Thames Path, Greenwich · Greenwich

Hosted by Ivan · Ambling

Bring your dog (or just yourself) for an easy amble along the river with other friendly folk.

Free flat white for you (and a puppuccino for the dog)
8 going
Walks
Wed, 12:30Gentle30 min

Charlton Park lunchtime stroll

Charlton Park · Charlton

Hosted by Priya · Relaxed

A midday reset, step away from the desk for a gentle green loop and a bit of company.

3 going
Walks
Sun, 09:30Easy50 min

Oxleas Woods gentle nature amble

Oxleas Wood · Eltham

Hosted by Tom · Relaxed

A calming woodland walk with a café stop. A bit longer, still very doable, lovely birdsong.

7 going
Runs
Thu, 18:30Easy35 min

Woolwich 'no-pressure' social run

Woolwich riverfront · Woolwich

Hosted by Sam · Conversational

A run slow enough to chat the whole way. If you can hold a conversation, you're going the right speed.

5 going
Walks
Fri, 10:30Gentle40 min

Eltham Park South morning walk

Eltham Park South · Eltham

Hosted by Grace · Relaxed

A friendly weekday-morning walk, especially welcoming if you're new to the area or nervous about starting.

4 going
Runs
Sat, 09:00Moderate40 min

Greenwich Park hill run (a little tougher)

Greenwich Park · Greenwich

Hosted by Leon · Steady

For when you're ready for a bit more, some gentle hills and a steady pace, still supportive and social.

6 going
Dog walks
Sun, 08:30Gentle40 min

Ladywell Fields dog walk

Ladywell Fields · Lewisham

Hosted by Ben · Ambling

Riverside dog walk along the Ravensbourne, friendly dogs and friendlier owners.

5 going
Runs
Mon, 18:45Easy30 min

Telegraph Hill beginners' run

Telegraph Hill Park · New Cross

Hosted by Ceri · Easy jog with walk breaks

A gentle evening jog with a rewarding view. Walk breaks whenever you need them.

3 going
Walks
Wed, 10:00Gentle35 min

Plumstead Common gentle walk

Plumstead Common · Plumstead

Hosted by Joan · Relaxed

An easy morning walk across the common, a friendly regular fixture for locals.

6 going
Walks
Sat, 10:30Easy55 min

Lesnes Abbey Woods weekend amble

Lesnes Abbey Woods · Abbey Wood

Hosted by Farah · Relaxed

Bluebell woods and old abbey ruins, a longer but very gentle wander with a nature-lover host.

9 going
Walks
Tue, 17:45Gentle30 min

Southwark Park after-work stroll

Southwark Park · Bermondsey

Hosted by Ola · Relaxed

Wind down after work with a gentle lap and a friendly chat before heading home.

5 going
Dog walks
Fri, 16:30Gentle40 min

Eltham dog social loop

Eltham Park North · Eltham

Hosted by Marek · Ambling

A friendly Friday dog meet-up to round off the week, dogs make fast friends, and so do owners.

7 going
Top organiser Yoga
Sat, 07:30Gentle45 min

Sunrise yoga in Greenwich Park

Greenwich Park, the flower garden lawn · Greenwich

Hosted by Aisha · Gentle & restorative

Roll out a mat and greet the day with slow, gentle stretches as the sun comes up. No experience needed, every body welcome.

Free herbal tea or coffee after class
9 going
Tai Chi
Sun, 09:00Gentle40 min

Gentle tai chi on Blackheath

Blackheath, near the tea hut · Blackheath

Hosted by David · Slow & flowing

Slow, flowing movements that calm the mind and are wonderfully gentle on the joints. Especially good if you've been inactive for a while.

11 going
Top organiser Qigong
Wed, 18:00Gentle35 min

Qigong for calm, Charlton Park

Charlton Park, the old oak lawn · Charlton

Hosted by Mei · Slow & flowing

Wind down midweek with gentle qigong: soft, flowing movements and breathing to leave you calmer than you arrived.

6 going
Park dance
Fri, 18:30Easy45 min

Joyful park dance, Woolwich

Royal Arsenal riverside lawn · Woolwich

Hosted by Bex · As lively as you like

A big, friendly, no-judgement dance in the open air. No steps to learn, no one watching, just move however feels good and have a laugh.

14 going
Meditation
Tue, 08:00Gentle25 min

Guided meditation on Eltham meadow

Eltham Park South, the top meadow · Eltham

Hosted by Sanjay · Still & calm

Start the day grounded. A short, gently guided sit in the fresh air, with nothing to get right and nowhere to be.

5 going
Sound bath
Thu, 19:30Gentle50 min

Evening sound bath, Southwark Park

Southwark Park, the bowling green lawn · Bermondsey

Hosted by Willow · Lie back & rest

Lie back under the evening sky and let the sound of singing bowls wash over you. Deeply relaxing, and a gentle way to meet calm people.

12 going
Social rides
Sun, 10:00Easy60 min

Easy Greenwich social bike ride

Cutty Sark Gardens · Greenwich

Hosted by Raj · Relaxed & chatty

A gentle group ride along the river and back. No lycra, no dropping anyone, we ride at the pace of the last person.

7 going
Outdoor fitness
Mon, 07:00Moderate40 min

Blackheath outdoor fitness (all levels)

Blackheath Common · Blackheath

Hosted by Chloe · As hard as you like

A friendly bodyweight workout on the grass. Every move has an easier and a harder version, so you set the effort.

8 going
Zumba
Wed, 18:30Easy45 min

Deptford Zumba in the park

Folkestone Gardens · Deptford

Hosted by Lorena · Upbeat & fun

A joyful, sweaty dance workout to big tunes. No steps to memorise, just follow along and laugh through the tricky bits.

Free iced coffee or smoothie after the session
15 going
Paddleboarding
Sat, 11:00Easy60 min

Beginner paddleboarding taster

Greenwich Yacht Club slipway · Greenwich

Hosted by Finn · Calm & steady

Try paddleboarding on calm water with full guidance and all the kit. Falling in is optional and, honestly, half the fun.

5 going
Padel socials
Thu, 19:00Easy60 min

Charlton padel social (bring a friend)

Charlton courts · Charlton

Hosted by Dan · Friendly & social

A relaxed evening of padel, the easiest racquet sport to pick up. We mix up pairs so everyone gets a game and a chat.

6 going
Walking football
Tue, 10:30Gentle50 min

Woolwich walking football

Woolwich Common pitch · Woolwich

Hosted by Colin · Walking pace, no running

Football at walking pace, no running, no tackling. A brilliant way to play again if your knees have opinions.

10 going
Bouldering
Fri, 18:00Easy90 min

Deptford bouldering social (beginners)

Local climbing centre · Deptford

Hosted by Yasmin · At your own level

Try climbing on low walls with crash mats below, no ropes, no experience needed. A supportive crew who cheer every attempt.

6 going
Pilates
Mon, 09:30Gentle45 min

Gentle mat Pilates, Eltham

Eltham Park South pavilion lawn · Eltham

Hosted by Nina · Slow & controlled

Slow, controlled movements to build core strength and ease stiff backs. Wonderfully gentle and suitable for every body.

7 going
Community gardening
Sat, 10:00Gentle90 min

Lewisham community garden morning

Ladywell Fields community plot · Lewisham

Hosted by Pauline · Potter at your own pace

Plant, weed, water and natter. Gentle, purposeful outdoor time that leaves the neighbourhood greener and you calmer.

9 going

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