Trail Run / Hike | No Tech Adventures
Leave your phone at home and pick a challenge for a Saturday out of London on Box Hill.
Choose your adventure
🥾 A 7 to 10km scenic hike
🏃 A 15 to 20km trail run
Box Hill is on the North Downs, under an hour by train from central London. Its chalk slopes, woodland paths and views across the Weald make it one of the best places to get into nature by London.
There are two meeting points: London Victoria and Clapham Junction. One of our hosts will be there to meet you at each station, we will then all travel down on the same train.
Once we arrive there's a briefing, then we split into two groups. Afterwards everyone will meet up for a well deserved lunch and chit chat at a local pub.
After lunch you can choose whether to head home or come along to another pub to watch the Scotland V New Zealand rugby. You're welcome to join either group.
The day
07:45: Meet at London Victoria or Clapham Junction
Around 9:40: Run and hike begin
Around 12:45: Pub lunch together
After lunch: head on to watch the rugby, or catch the train back to London, arriving:
14:38: Back at Clapham Junction
14:45: Back at London Victoria
What's included
Organised phone free group day out
Return train ticket from London to Box Hill & Westhumble
A guided 7 to 10km hike or 15 to 20km trail run
Great company!
What isn't included
Food or drinks
Travel onto the pub to watch the rugby
Who is this for?
Anyone who wants to:
Meet like minded people
Spend more time outdoors
Take a break from screens
If you're running, you should be comfortable covering 15 to 20km off road with some steep hills. If you'd rather go at a gentler pace then pick the hike.
What to bring
Your bank card, for lunch and anything else on the day, since you won't have your phone to pay
Runners: Trail running shoes essential
Runners: A change of socks and warm layers for after if you want
Hikers: Walking shoes / boots with good grip, since the paths can get muddy
Hikers: Layers and a waterproof jacket
Water bottle
Snacks for during the run or hike
Safety
We carry a first aid kit
A host leads each group, so nobody has to find their own way
Both hosts carry a phone for emergencies
Important information
Tell us about any medical conditions or accessibility requirements before attending. There is space for this on the sign up form.
On the form, let us know whether you'd like to run or hike and which station you'll meet us at.
Community
This event is part of the No Tech Adventures community where we aim to connect people through spending more time offline in nature.
Once you've booked, you'll get an invitation to our WhatsApp community. We share meeting details, weather updates and everything else you need there before the day.
FAQ
Can I come alone?
Absolutely!! Most people do and we plan the day so that you can get to know and connect with likeminded people
What happens if it rains?
Light rain isn't a problem, though the trails will be muddier. If conditions become unsafe we'll let everyone know as early as we can.
What do I do with my phone?
We recommend leaving it at home so you can really experience a No Tech Adventure. If you need to bring it for any reason, that's fine. When we hand you your paper train ticket at the station, you switch your phone fully off and it stays off until we're back.
Both hosts carry a phone for emergencies, so you won't be out of reach if something comes up.
We'll share the meeting point details on WhatsApp before the day, so make a physical note of them. All you need to bring is your bank card and turn up at 07:45.
By booking this event, you acknowledge that trail running, hiking and outdoor activities carry inherent risks. You are responsible for deciding whether you are fit enough to take part and for staying within your own abilities throughout the event. Please choose the route that matches your fitness.
Participation is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. No Tech Adventures cannot accept responsibility for loss of or damage to personal belongings, or for injury resulting from risks inherent to the activities or from a participant's own actions.
Please follow all instructions given by the event hosts. We reserve the right to ask anyone to stop or leave the event if we believe conditions are unsafe, or if a participant's behaviour puts themselves or others at risk.
You cannot drink alcohol before or during the run or hike because of the safety implications.
By attending, you confirm that you understand the nature of the activities and agree to take part responsibly.