Here you will find stories and descriptions of many events put on by the IOG, from walks, runs and cycle rides (often with pictures and route maps), to socials, concerts and trampolining, to trips across the UK and further afield.
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Pics contributed by Simon. With a walk title like that, what could possibly go wrong? Well, actually, nothing! Post-walk drinks and chatting took place at the Walnut Tree pub in Stowmarket. A very well organised day!
Text contributed by Angela; pic by David. After a prompt start from Cordy’s Lane in Trimley St Mary, fifteen walkers and a dog embarked on a varied circular walk of approximately six miles. The temperature was a pleasant 19 °C, perfect for springtime walking, and …
Text and pics contributed by Andy. Four of us started on the planned 26-mile cycle ride through Rendlesham forest along many of its tracks. The winds from Storm Kathleen hardly bothered us within the trees and, as a bonus, there was very little water and …
Poem contributed by Glen; pics by Simon. An epic journey up the M6, at last we reached the Lakes Received nicely at Stanley House, with mini-eggs and cakes A late night briefing outlined all the important facts Weary travellers off to bed, pleased to just …
Text contributed by Anneliese; pics by Simon, Pete, Bob, Anneliese, Lou, Kate and Alan. I discovered in Patterdale last year while chatting to members of CLOG (the Central London Outdoor Group) that the IOG has a reputation for great trips away. Having now reached my …
Pics contributed by Simon, Lou, Anni, Christine, Christina, and Paul. The last full day of this year’s IOG Easter trip was more appropriate weather for the Lake District – we woke up to clouds and drizzle. But it didn’t dampen the group’s enthusiasm for getting …