I have been saying for a while that I would organise a meetup and I am finally setting a date.

The meetup will be in Hitchin starting at the train station at 11am on Sunday 23rd July 2023. There is lots of parking at the station or you can get a direct train from London, Cambridge or Peterborough. It is conveniently two stops from where I live.

The plan is that we will take a walk of an hour or two that will be through some countryside and then into the historic town centre where we can get refreshments at one of the many cafes. Some of the walk will be on the HOOP (Hitchin Outer Orbital Path) passing the site of a Roman villa. There should be plenty of photography opportunities as well as the chance to socialise. I have had help from @daniellemurray in planning the route.

If anyone is not feeling up to the walk they can meet us in town around 1pm. The location will be confirmed later. We can hang out there as long as people want to. It is about a 20 minute walk back to the station.

There are also prizes!

I have two signed copies of this graphic novel by @katharsisdrill to give away to random attendees. You just have to turn up to have a chance of winning one.

I cannot guarantee the weather, but I would suggest being equipped with sturdy shoes, a hat, sun cream and a water bottle. Snacks are optional.

The last time I did an event like this was four years ago in Arlesey. That time there were three of us with @adetorrent and @molometer joining me. I would hope for a few more this time and that some people who have not yet joined Hive will come along. They can grill the experienced Hivers to learn about it.

Please let me know if you think you can come.

I expect some people cannot get there, but you can always organise your own event. All you need is to set a date and a location. Let me know and I will publicise it.