We are trekkers
Inclusive NATURE CONNECTION & outdoor adventures for the Global Majority
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Who are we?
Founded in 2023, Trekkers UK is a Birmingham based, not for profit community organisation creating joyful, inclusive spaces for the Global Majority to connect with nature, move their bodies and vibe outdoors.
We bring people together through feel-good wellbeing walkshops, countryside hikes, retreats and outdoor adventures that support mental, physical and social wellbeing. Rooted in the Five Ways to Wellbeing, our experiences are more than just walks; They’re about laughter, community, good conversation and that lighter feeling you get after time spent in nature.
Whether it’s a gentle local stroll or a countryside strideout hike, Trekkers UK exists to help our community reset, recharge and reconnect with nature, with each other and with themselves. We centre fun and cultural belonging, all whilst making nature connection a positive, accessible and mentally nourishing part of life.
What’s the mission?
As a Birmingham-led, not for profit organisation, we use nature connection to support mental and physical wellbeing, foster joy, and nurture collective care. We actively respond to the stress, burnout, and disconnection often experienced in inner-city life. Guided by the Five Pathways to Nature Connectedness (Contact, Beauty, Emotion, Meaning, and Compassion) we create spaces where people can pause, feel safe, and experience nature and outdoor adventure as restorative rather than intimidating.
Our mission is to diversify green spaces, dismantle cultural and structural barriers to the outdoor adventure, and cultivate a future where caring for mental health through nature connection is normal, accessible, and joyful for everyone in our community.
upcoming EVENTs
Discover our upcoming Trekkers UK events, from guided hikes to friendly social walkshops and special outdoor experiences across the UK. Each activity is led and supported by our amazing team of volunteers.
Check out our upcoming events below.
Squad, we’re heading to Wales! 👀🥾
This November, we’re swapping the usual weekend routine for the breathtaking landscapes of Elan Valley, a stunning part of the Welsh countryside known for its spectacular reservoirs, impressive dams, rolling hills and beautiful open spaces. Back in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Elan Valley dams and reservoirs were constructed to supply Birmingham with clean drinking water. The ambitious engineering project transformed this beautiful Welsh landscape and created a water supply system that continues to serve the city today.
Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, discover somewhere new or simply spend a day outdoors with good people, this one’s for you!
So, lace up those hiking boots, grab your waterproofs (just incase!) and get ready for our last transported trip of the year!
🥾 The Hike
Get ready to explore approximately 13km of the beautiful Elan Valley landscape!
This is a moderate-level hike, with the main incline at the beginning as we make our way out of the valley. It’s a chance to get those legs working early before continuing our adventure through the surrounding countryside.
Expect uphill sections, uneven terrain and plenty of opportunities to take in the scenery along the way.
You don’t need to be an expert hiker, but you should be comfortable walking longer distances and tackling uphill sections.
As always, we’re about more than reaching the destination. We’ll take our time, encourage one another, enjoy the journey and create a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy the outdoors.
Key Details
📅 Date: Sunday 15th November 2026
📍 Destination: Elan Valley, Powys, Wales
🥾 Distance: Approximately 13km
⛰️ Difficulty: Moderate
🚌 Pick-up time: 7:00am SHARP! from B35 area (Postcode to be shared upon booking)
🏡 Return time: 6:30pm
🥐 Included: Light continental breakfast
🎟️ Choose Your Ticket
🥾 Standard Ticket — £30
Your ticket includes:
🚌 Return coach transport from Birmingham
🥐 A light continental breakfast
🥾 A group hiking experience through the beautiful Elan Valley
💚 Pay It Forward Ticket — £35
Want to help make future adventures more accessible? Our Pay It Forward ticket allows you to contribute an additional £5 towards the ongoing work of Trekkers UK.
That extra contribution helps us:
🌱 Subsidise future hikes and activities for community members who may otherwise struggle to afford them.
💚 Keep outdoor adventures accessible to people on lower incomes.
🥾 Support future community experiences that bring people together through nature, movement and connection.
🌍 Help us create welcoming outdoor spaces where more people can experience the benefits of nature.
Because we believe the outdoors should be for everyone, not just those who can afford it.
Pay It Forward contributions support Trekkers UK’s wider community activities and future accessibility initiatives; they do not guarantee a specific subsidised place.
🥾 Meet Us There Ticket — £5
Local to Wales? Prefer to make your own way there? We’ve got you! 👀💚
If you’re local to the area or prefer to travel independently, you can still join the Trekkers Squad for our Elan Valley adventure with a Meet Us There ticket for just £5!
This nominal fee allows you to join us for the group hike without paying for coach transport or breakfast.
Please note:
🚗 You’ll need to arrange your own transport to and from Elan Valley.
📍 The designated meeting point and arrival time will be shared with ticket holders before the event.
🥐 Breakfast and return coach transport are not included.
📍 Destination: Elan Valley Visitors Centre, Rhayader LD6 5HP
🥾 Meet Time: 10am
🚗 Parking Fee: £3 all day
🎒 What to Bring
🥾 Comfortable, sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes + hiking poles
🧥 Waterproof jacket and trousers
🎒 A comfortable daypack
💧 Plenty of water
🥪 Snacks and a packed lunch
🧤 Warm layers, hat and gloves
📸 Your phone or camera to capture the views!
November in Wales can be cold, wet and windy, so please dress appropriately for changeable weather.
🌱 Making Adventures Possible
From Birmingham to the Welsh valleys, we’re connecting with nature, discovering our history and exploring the places that link us together. This activity has been partially funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, helping Trekkers UK continue creating opportunities for our community to connect with nature, support their wellbeing and enjoy outdoor adventures together.
A huge thank you to National Lottery players for helping make these experiences possible!
🚌 Our Last Transported Trip of the Year!
Squad, this is our last transported trip of the year, so let’s make it one to remember!
One last adventure, one more chance to explore somewhere new, connect with nature and make memories together before we wrap up another year of Trekkers transported adventures.
We’re talking beautiful Welsh scenery, fresh air, good people and those unforgettable moments that make getting outdoors so worthwhile.
13km. One squad. One last big adventure. 🥾🏞️
A lil cold. A lil warm. A LOT of good energy.
Come and spend the afternoon with us at The Lakes at Lavender Hall for The Wild Reset, a chance to slow down, get outside, try something new and enjoy a little outdoor wellness with the Trekkers community.
The Wild Reset is our take on an outdoor wellness experience bringing together sauna, wild swimming, cold-water immersion and fireside connection in one beautiful lakeside setting.
THE WILD RESET AFTERNOON
Feel free to join us from 2pm to settle into the space, grab a coffee or cake from the on-site café and socialise with the Trekkers community before we get started.
From 3:00pm, you’ll have 90 minutes of free time to enjoy the sauna, ice baths and wild swim at your own pace.
Dip, swim, warm up, repeat or simply enjoy the sauna and soak up the atmosphere. There’s no pressure to do everything. This is your afternoon, your experience and your reset.
We’ll then come together around the campfire for a gentle, social session roasting marshmallows, making s’mores, warming up with some hot drinks and enjoying some good ole fireside conversation. 🔥🍫
WHAT’S INCLUDED
🔥 90 minutes of sauna, ice baths & wild swimming
🌊 Beautiful lakeside setting
☕ Optional pre-event coffee & cake at the on-site café
🔥 Fireside social
🍫 Marshmallow & s’mores making
🌿 Time to slow down, connect & reset
✨ Good energy, good people & a little outdoor adventure
WHO IS IT FOR?
Whether you’re already a cold-water convert or you’ve never dipped a toe in before, you’re welcome.
Everything during The Wild Reset is completely optional. There’s no pressure to swim, plunge, sauna or do anything that doesn’t feel right for you.
Want to take a dip? Go for it.
Want to spend longer in the sauna? Absolutely.
Want to sit by the fire with a marshmallow and good conversation? That’s perfectly fine too. 🔥🍫
A NOTE FOR NON-SWIMMERS & LESS CONFIDENT SWIMMERS
You don’t have to be a confident swimmer to enjoy the lake. There are sections of the water where you can stand, so you can choose how much, or how little, you want to get involved.
MADE POSSIBLE BY
This event has been partially funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and OUTO, helping us make outdoor experiences like The Wild Reset more accessible to our community. Special thanks to The Lakes at Lavender Hall Team for also supporting our mission
WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
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Goodrays
We’re grateful to our sponsors for supporting The Wild Reset and helping us create an experience that brings together outdoor adventure, wellbeing and connection.
THE DETAILS
📅 Sunday 25th October
📍 The Lakes at Lavender Hall, Warwickshire
🕑 2pm–5pm
☕ 2pm–3:00pm: Optional café social & arrival
🌊 3:00pm–4.30pm: Sauna, ice baths & wild swim
🔥 4.30pm–5pm: Fireside s’mores & social
🎫 £25 Trekkers Community Member | £35 General Admission
Spaces are VERY limited and we anticipate this event will sell out, so grab your spot and come reset with us.
PLEASE NOTE
Participants should follow all venue safety guidance and cold-water advice. The lake is open water and swimming takes place at your own risk. Please only participate in activities that feel appropriate and comfortable for you.
Have you ever had dinner on a double-decker bus? 👀🚌
Nope? Neither have we! 👀😂 Now’s our chance to tick it off the list!
It’s time to swap the hiking boots for your party shoes! ✨
We’re bringing the Trekkers Squad together for our Festive Link-Up, an evening of delicious Caribbean food, karaoke and good company as we celebrate another year of adventures, connections and memories made together.
Expect a mouth-watering two-course Caribbean dinner, your favourite singalongs, plenty of laughter and all the feel-good energy that makes our community special.
Whether you’re hitting those high notes or vibing along, this is our chance to celebrate together before we head into a new year of adventures!
🎉 What’s included?
🍽️ A delicious two-course Caribbean dinner (you can add on extras at an additional cost)
🎤 Karaoke and singalongs
🥂 Festive Trekker vibes
❤️ A chance to celebrate our amazing community
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday 5th December
Time: Exclusive Hire from 7pm-9pm, with the Bus Station Karaoke Bar open until 11pm
Location: Soul Inah Bowl, 2da, Maypole Fields, Cradley, Halesowen B63 2QB https://soulinahbowl.com/
Ticket Price: From £35, two-course Caribbean dinner and karaoke
🍴 Your Dinner
Choose one of the following combinations:
Starter + Main Course
Main Course + Dessert
We’ll contact you to collect your meal selections. Additional sides are available at an extra cost and must be paid for in advance.
All meal selections and outstanding balances must be finalised by Sunday 15 November 2026.
🎟️ Choose Your Ticket
🍽️ Ticket 1: Secure Your Place — £10 Deposit
Pay £10 now to reserve your place, with the remaining £25 due by 15 November 2026. If you’d like additional sides, the cost will be added to your remaining balance.
🍽️ Ticket 2: Pay in Full — £35
Pay the full ticket price when booking. Additional sides can be arranged and paid for separately in advance.
🎟️ Come link up with the squad!
Let’s end the year the Trekkers way together, with good food, good energy and more unforgettable memories.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot and join us for The Festive Link-Up! 🎄❤️
Please note: All deposits and ticket payments are non-refundable. By booking your place at The Festive Link-Up, you agree to these terms.
This is an optional donation ticket. Contributions help Trekkers UK continue to offer inclusive, low-cost events that support wellbeing, access to nature, community connection & organisation costs
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Trekkers has changed my life in unimaginable ways, having battled social anxiety I’m more active & sociable
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This is the first community I’ve joined where I feel at home, I can just be myself and that’s rare
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The hikes I’ve been on feel like warm hugs!
Sandra.
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