Public WhatsApp Group link 25/26: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KelUa6teqoz6izvuxVh6bU
LSESU Outdoors and Hiking Society (formerly known as LSESU Outdoors Society) was created in 2020, but due to COVID-19 restrictions initially had very few events. Fast forward to 2022/3, we executed the biggest flagship event so far, completing the UK 3 Peak 24hr Challenge with 12 participants! Then in 2024/25, we hiked at 20 locations (including Box Hill, Epping Forest, the White Cliffs of Dover, Brecon Beacons, and the South West Coast, to name but a few). In addition to hikes, we host pub socials, walks around London and other navigation/medical workshops and events.
Looking forward to the upcoming academic year, the committee plans to continue our trend of regular events for everyone to get involved as well as the planning of another impressive flagship event.
Joining is the perfect chance to meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors!
What to expect:
We want to involve as many people as possible and therefore plan a multitude of hikes/walks with varying difficulties. From day walks around different parks with Areas of Natural Beauty (AONB) to multi-day expeditions, our society offers it all!
We run hikes, socials, and other events such as Outdoors-related workshops (navigation, first aid etc.) Events tend to be on a weekly or a bi-weekly basis with most hikes taking place on a Saturday or Sunday.
Our day hikes are free, with members only needing to pay for their personal transport to get to the start location of each hike. For larger expeditions, we try our best to reduce the costs as much as possible through group bookings, sponsorships and society funding.
How will you hear from us:
To keep updated with our weekly weekend hiking events (especially GIAGs) please follow us on Instagram! For the beginning of this academic year, we are also using our Public group chat 25/26 to update you about events and opportunities to get involved. After GIAG season, we will switch our main method of communication to our members-only WhatsApp group, and future hikes will only be accessible to members. Please purchase membership and send a screenshot of your email receipt to our Instagram page or any of the committee members / admins of the public chat for admission to the members' group.
Membership:
Student membership is available to all undergraduate and postgraduate LSE students, and costs £5. Associate membership is available to all LSE alumni and students from other universities, and costs £10.
Becoming a member ensures you're informed and invited to all our hikes, events and socials, you gain access to our members-only WhatsApp group, and you can rent from our inventory of hiking equipment for your personal trips. Membership purchases are available year-round, and it's never too late to join since we hike on most weekends!
Contact us:
We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. DM us on Instagram, use the public WhatsApp group chat or email us at outdoor@lsesu.org - the choice is yours!