​🌈🚶‍♀️ ICI WALK ‘N’ TALK 🚶‍♂️🌈

​A safe, social space to walk, talk & reconnect 🌿

Let’s stroll riverside! This month’s ICI Walk ‘n’ Talk takes us along the scenic Thames Path from Richmond to Hampton Court – packed with royal history, lush gardens, and riverside views.

​This 12.7km point-to-point trail follows the Thames Path through West London’s most stunning riverside scenery. It’s a moderately challenging route with mostly flat paths and plenty to discover:

​🗺️ ABOUT THIS WALK

​👀 Highlights include:

​🏛️ Asgill House – Grade I Palladian villa
🌸 Rotary & Buccleuch Gardens
🐑 Petersham Meadows & Ham Lands nature reserve
🌊 Thames islands & viewpoints
🌿 Canbury Gardens & riverside cafés
🏰 Hampton Court Park & Palace Bridge finish

​Expect woodland views, river bends, historic sights, and wide open skies 🏞️

​🚶‍♂️ WALK DETAILS 🚶‍♀️

​📍 Route: Thames Path – Richmond ➡️ Hampton Court
📅 Date: Sunday 27th July (Date Change
🕚 Meet: 11:30am at London Waterloo Station or at Richmond Station
🚆 Leave: 11:45am – South Western Railway to Richmond
🍱 Lunch: Bring a packed lunch.
🏁 Finish: Hampton Court Station
📏 Distance: 12.7km
⏱️ Duration: Approx. 2 hr 45 min (plus breaks)
💪 Fitness: Moderate
🎟️ Open to all – members and non-members
🆓 Totally FREE – just register via https://lu.ma/iciwalkntalk20July

​🍻 Post-walk drinks: Optional – TBC on the day.

​🐾 Dogs are welcome too! Off-lead allowed in some areas.

​🌦️ All-weather event – dress appropriately & bring layers!

​🌳 WHAT IS ICI WALK ‘N’ TALK?

​A free, monthly walking group for Gay, Bi, Trans, Pan & Queer men across London – plus allies, mates & furry friends 🐾

​Launched in September 2023 in memory of David Yan, Walk ‘n’ Talk is all about exploring nature while building real, meaningful connection in a safe, supportive space.

​💖 MORE THAN JUST A WALK
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Mental Health First Aiders on hand
🕊️ Honouring David’s love for the outdoors & his ICI legacy
🤝 Whether you chat, listen, or simply walk – your presence matters

​💬 You Are Not Alone
We walk to remind each other that you’re never alone – there’s a community here that sees you, supports you, and walks beside you.

​✨ WHAT TO EXPECT

​🧠 Easygoing, feel-good walks
🌿 Scenic city routes & occasional countryside escapes
🧺 Chill picnic spots or meet-ups before we start
🗣️ Chat, reflect or just vibe – it’s your space
🍻 Optional post-walk drinks to wind down

​🧡 INCLUSIVITY & VIBES
🌈 Everyone’s welcome – GBTQ+ men, allies, first-timers, solo walkers, groups, & dogs too!
🎟️ FREE for all – just register via the ICI website (link in bio)
🏷️ Name badges for everyone – no one walks alone
💬 No pressure to talk – but always someone to walk with if you’d like

​🎒 WHAT TO BRING

​✅ All-weather walk – rain or shine
💧 Water – it’s a walk, stay hydrated!
🍬 Sweets or snacks – keep your sugar levels up
🧢 Hat, sunscreen & layers – we walk in all weather
🥾 Comfy shoes – we keep a chill pace, but it’s still a walk
📱 Your phone – for live location sharing if you’re joining en route

​ 🥾 WALK ‘n’ TALK: WhatsApp Group for On-the-Day Updates

​​While all event info and tickets still go through Luma, the Walk ‘n’ Talk events will continue using its dedicated WhatsApp group for real-time coordination on the day.

​​Join the dedicated ICI Walk n Talk WhatsApp for:
💬 Route updates, live location, and meet-up support
✅ Joining midway? Ping us in the group
❌ Running late? Just drop a message — no DMs please

​​✅ Download “Luma: Delightful Events” on the App Store or Google Play

​​We now use the Luma app to manage bookings, updates, and check-ins.

​​Once you register, you’ll be automatically added to the event chat, where you’ll receive all reminders and info before the walk.

​👥 Open to Everyone – Extra Perks for ICI Members

​​​With our new event platform on Luma, we’ve updated our ticketing tiers to make it easier than ever to welcome everyone — guests, regulars, and new faces alike — while rewarding the ICI community with exclusive member benefits.

​​​✅ ICI Ticketing Tiers – Here’s How It Works:

​​​🎟️ Guests & Free Members: Standard ticket prices apply.

• ​​​Access to all public events

• ​​​Standard ticket prices apply

​​​🌟 General Membership: From £1/month or £10/year

• ​​​NEW: Instant access to discounted ticket rates

• ​​​Discounts apply instantly when you’re logged in

​​​💎 Premium Membership: From £5/month or £50/year

• ​​​Unlock further discounts

• ​​​Pre-sale access to popular events.

• ​​​Free entry to select events, including the Monthly Mixer

​​​💡 Upgrade at anytime to unlock discounts.

• ​​​Make sure your logged in and your profile is complete.

​​Paid Memberships helps support what we do and makes it easier to connect with the wider ICI community.