​🚶‍♂️ ICI WALK ‘N’ TALK • CHRISTMAS EDITION 🎄

​A special festive Walk and Talk to close the year. We will continue the Thames Path from Walton on Thames to Staines on Thames on Sunday 14th of December, followed by an optional cosy ICI Christmas Roast Lunch at The Cornelian at 3.00 pm.

​The walk is free, as always, and you are very welcome to join even if you are not staying for the roast.

​Christmas Roast Booking Rules

• ​Please prebook your roast when you RSVP

• ​Final confirmations by Thursday 11 December

• ​No on the day bookings

• ​All roast bookings are non refundable after Thursday 11 December

​How to Book

​Please select one of the following when you RSVP:

​• Standard Walk Ticket for the walk only

​• Roast Option which includes the walk and the Christmas Lunch

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

🌿 ABOUT THE WALK

​A gentle riverside stretch of the Thames Path, around 12 km, taking around 3 hours at an easy pace. Expect peaceful winter views, river wildlife, boat houses, and lovely spots along the water.

​We will take breaks and walk at our usual relaxed pace. Everyone is welcome whether you are coming for connection, calm, company or a change of scenery.

​🚶‍♂️ WALK DETAILS 🚶‍♀️

​📍 Route: Thames Path

​Walton on Thames ➡️ Staines on Thames

​📅 Date: Sunday 14 December

​🕚 Meet: 11.20 am at London Waterloo Station (Main concourse)

​🚆 Leave: 11.40 am South Western Railway to Walton on Thames Arrival at 12.14 pm

🏁 Finish: Staines on Thames

Please buy your tickets in advance. You will need

​• London Waterloo to Walton on Thames

​• Staines on Thames to London Waterloo for the return

​🍱 Lunch Option: Christmas roast at The Cornelian from 3.00 pm - Details below.

​We will power through the walk so please bring snacks to keep your energy up

​📏 Distance: Approx. 12 km

​⏱️ Duration: Around 3 hours (easy pace with breaks)

​💪 Fitness: Easy to moderate

​Relaxed pace for all

​🎟️ Open to all

​Members and non members welcome

​Walk is free to attend

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

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

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🎄 CHRISTMAS ROAST LUNCH OPTION

​Venue: The Cornelian, Staines on Thames

​Time: 3.00 pm

​Payment: Required in advance, non refundable

​Please choose your roast or main when you RSVP.

​🍽 CHRISTMAS ROAST OPTIONS

​Please choose your roast when you RSVP.

​All roasts must be prepaid and are non refundable due to Christmas menu rules.

​If you have dietary needs or require an alternative dish, please message me and I will update the event.

​🥩 28 day aged sirloin of beef, £18.95

​🍖 Slow braised lamb shank, £21.95

​🍗 Confit chicken, £16.95

​🐖 Roasted pork belly, £16.95

​🥕 Vegetable Wellington (V), £15.95

​🌳 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

​📲 Event Communications

​Luma Chat for all Walk ‘n’ Talk events

​All updates, reminders, meeting point details, route changes, and on-the-day coordination will now take place exclusively through the built-in Luma chat.

​You will be automatically added to the event chat when you RSVP.

​This includes:

​• 💬 On-the-day updates

​• 📍 Live meet-up support

​• 🟡 Running late or joining midway? Just message in the Luma chat

​• ❌ No direct messages please. Only the Luma chat will be monitored on the day.

​✅ 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.

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