Walking, Running & Outdoors groups in Manchester

Guided Mountain Trips from Manchester – City Mountaineering

City Mountaineering

City Mountaineering – Guided UK Mountain Trips from Manchester We’ve taken thousands of people into the UK mountains over the years — safely, confidently, and in small groups. Small-Group Mountain Adventures from Manchester City Mountaineering organises professionally planned, small‑group mountain hiking trips from Manchester to Snowdonia, the Lake District, and across Scotland. If you live in Manchester and want to explore the UK’s most spectacular mountains — without worrying about logistics, navigation, or finding the right people — you’re in the right place. What We Do We run guided mountain trips every weekend, taking care of: Transport from Manchester (train and road transfers) Accommodation Route planning and mountain navigation Qualified, experienced mountain leadership Groups are intentionally small (typically max 8 people) to keep trips safe, friendly, and personal. Our members are usually: City-based professionals Solo hikers or pairs Curious, capable, and community‑minded Ranging from confident beginners to experienced walkers You don’t need to come with friends — most people don’t. Is This Group Right for You? This group is for you if: You want real mountain experiences, not crowded coach tours You prefer small groups and a supportive atmosphere You like the idea of building confidence over time You want clear information about fitness levels and expectations This group may not be right if: You’re looking for ultra‑cheap mass trips You only want city walks or casual strolls You’re unwilling to follow safety guidance in the mountains New to City Mountaineering? Start Here 👇 If you’re new, we strongly recommend starting with one of: A Manchester intro talk or social A short UK day hike These are relaxed, low‑commitment ways to: Meet the guides Ask questions about fitness and experience Understand how our longer trips work Safety, Experience & Trust City Mountaineering has been running trips for many years and has taken thousands of people into the UK mountains. Safety is central to everything we do: Conservative decision‑making in poor conditions Careful route choices Clear communication about fitness and kit Small groups with individual attention You’ll always know what’s expected before you book. How to Join a Trip Browse upcoming events on Meetup Read the event description carefully Ask questions in the comments — we’re happy to help Follow the booking link provided in the event Places are limited and trips often fill up. A Note on Community This is an active, real‑world community — not just an events listing. We encourage: Asking questions Commenting on events Coming to socials even if you’re unsure about trips yet If you’re dreaming about the mountains while living in Manchester, this group exists for you. New here? Most members start with a Manchester social or intro event before booking a mountain weekend.

Gay Ramblers

Welcome to the Gay ramblers, a group for members of the LGBTQ+ community to get together for a walk, ramble or just a stroll. Events are currently 1 per month, but if you feel like hosting a walk yourself within the group just drop me a message. All we ask is that you make sure your rsvps are kept upto date.

Lancashire Red Rose Roamers

This is a walking group for people who enjoy the great outdoors and would like to meet and socialise with like minded folk. Our membership is predominantly people between 30-60 years old but all are welcome. Please come along and try a walk if you feel this could be a group to suit you. We lead walks of all varieties, levels and distances across the North West of England and sometimes further afield. And we organise some weekends away and camping trips too. Plus midweek walks during the lighter nights and the odd social event as well.

Rammy mountain bikers

Welcome to Rammy Mountain Bikers! We meet regularly and offer a variety of rides to suit all abilities. From beginner cross country rides to more adventurous challenging off road rides. Our aim is to provide a friendly and supportive atmosphere in which to enjoy our sport, with all the benefits of riding in a social group. As well as regular rides, we also arrange days out to Trail centres, weekend trips away in the UK as well as overseas. We welcome new members to join us but please be aware our ride leaders are not instructors and do not hold any formal qualifications. We will always help and support each other when needed, and will never leave a group member behind, but all riders must accept that mountain biking is a dangerous sport, and that individual riders are responsible for their own safety. Rammy Mountain Bikers, its organisers, hosts and leaders will not be held liable for any injury or loss incurred. Rides will each have one or more designated hosts, who will be familiar with the route. Ride descriptions will give details as to how technically difficult the ride will be, if you are in doubt please contact the ride organiser, it is important you only sign up for rides that are within your capabilities. PARTICIPATION STATEMENT & ACCEPTANCE OF RISK When signing up to join one of our rides you agree and accept the following: MOUNTAIN BIKING IS A DANGEROUS ACTIVITY WHICH CARRIES A RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY RIDE ORGANISERS DO NOT NECESSARILY HOLD ANY MOUNTAIN BIKING QUALIFICATIONS NOR ARE THEY INSTRUCTORS, MENTORS OR TECHNICAL EXPERTS ALL RIDERS ARE INDIVIDUALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN ACTIONS AND SAFETY RIDERS WILL AT ALL TIMES CONSIDER THE SAFETY OF OTHER PERSONS AND  ACT  ACCORDINGLY TO AVOID DANGER TO OTHER RIDERS AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC SELF RELIANCE AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY ARE CENTRAL TO THE WAY RAMMY MOUNTAIN BIKERS OPERATES Further requirements Riders must be 18 years of age or older Approved cycle helmets and knee protection must be worn- No helmet no ride Suitable bikes: Appropriate quality full suspension or hard tail mountain bikes and E-Bikes (With pedals that have not been modified in any way) Rammy Mountain Bikers and Ride Leaders will not be liable for any direct or indirect loss, damage or injury arising from or in connection with mountain biking activity. \\\ Joining Process \\\ You will have a month to try a ride. If you wish to join the club you will be asked to pay a years membership of £12. Membership runs from May to May each year. Managing this group is a voluntary task, so when you do pay your membership fee it covers: • Meetup's fees for the meetup group • As many rides as you would like to join throughout the year \\\ PLEASE NOTE THAT BY JOINING A RIDE YOU ARE RIDING AT YOUR OWN RISK AND AGREEING TO THE AFOREMENTIONED CONDITIONS\\\***

Chorley and Horwich AnyDay Walks

Join our well-established Walking Group for morning walks locally, at various locations around Chorley and Horwich countryside 😀. Walks can be on various days (weekends and weekdays), taking in reservoirs, moors, woodlands, canals, etc around Chorley and Horwich. Normally 10am-1.30pm, between 6-9 miles often with some hills, medium pace, fewer than 8 walkers, and will go ahead whatever the weather. To be eligible for membership, you would live in or around the Chorley/Horwich area, and be able to follow detailed directions/maps to drive yourself to the meeting place in good time for the start of the walk. Only members may attend events, sorry no guests. To apply to join, you would need to answer these 4 questions :- Whereabouts do you live - first part of postcode plus village/area name Maximum number of MILES you have done on a recent walk Would you be bringing a dog on walks - Yes / No / sometimes Which mornings can you usually walk - e.g. weekdays/weekends/various When you join . . . New events are announced to members so please make sure your Meetup settings allow notifications from this group. Please read the event details and meeting directions carefully then RSVP only to events that you definitely plan to attend. Some events listed have not yet been confirmed and will be announced to the group as soon as they are opened up to RSVP's. MEMBERSHIP FEES TOWARDS MEETUP COST - Your first walk is free! After that, it is £5 for any number of our events within 6 months - please pay the Walk Leader in cash at the start of your second walk. This helps towards our Organisers' fee to Meetup of around £300p.a. Disclaimer - Everyone who takes part in our events does so entirely at their own risk. Our event hosts are not qualified leaders/guides or first-aiders. Everyone attending has a general responsibility for taking care of their own safety, other attendees, and of those around them, including taking responsibility for their dogs, and for making sure that the event as described is suitable for their current capability. Group organisers accept no liability in the event of accident, injury or other loss. When you RSVP Yes, you agree to these terms and conditions.