We will head west from Saunderton, climbing up Bledlow Ridge and picking up the Chiltern Way.
We will follow the Chiltern Way past Stokenhurst and then take a little diversion to pass Wormsley Park, home of one of England’s most picturesque cricket grounds (https://wormsley.com/cricket/).
We then turn back east and return to Saunderton. Chalk Hills and woodlands all the way.
There is only one train per hour back to Marylebone. It takes approx. 1 hour. There is a pub in Saunderton to wait in.
Total distance is just under 14 miles; total climb 2200 ft; walking pace will need to be 2.5 to 3 mph. Note that this is a hilly walk.
Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
Starting at Halling station, we head uphill to rejoin the North Downs Way where Phil's section left it.We follow the NDW past Cuxton towards Rochester, where we cross the Medway river. We continue on the NDW on the East side of the Medway, staying up on the Downs until we leave the route to head down through Peters village (a newish development on the site of 19th/20th century cement works) to cross the river back to Halling station.
We'll find a suitable picnic stop on our route, possibly down on the side of the Medway at/near Baty's Marsh Nature Reserve and nearby cafe, though this is off the NDW. Otherwise, there won't be a pub until Wouldham or Peters village, more than ¾ of the way through the walk, or back at Halling at the end of the walk
Please bring a picnic lunch, enough to drink and suitable clothing for the weather.
Let me know if you’d like to be co-leader on this walk and I can send you the route for whichever App/map you choose.
The suggested train is:The 9.50 from St Pancras International (calling at Stratford International 9.57). This is the South Eastern service to Faversham, arriving at Strood at 10.23, then change onto the 10.33 for the two stops to Halling (towards Paddock Wood), arriving there at 10.41.
It looks like there's also a slower route using the Elizabeth line to Abbey Wood, then the 9.47 service from Abbey Wood to Strood, arriving at Strood at 10.28, to change onto the 10.33 service to Halling.
Meet outside the exit of Halling station, where the walk will start at 10.45am.
Buy a return ticket to Halling. Return trains via Strood are two an hour.There aren't really any drop-out points.
Looking forward to walking with you.Helen R
We have booked accommodation for 20 people in a hostel. There are also local hotels and b&bs. Ballintoy is in the UK; you can take domestic flights to either Belfast City or Derry airport, then train from Belfast and a bus to the village, or direct buses from Belfast or Derry. You could extend your stay in Belfast to explore the city or other parts of Ireland - this would mean making your own arrangements at additional cost.
The cost of the Ballintoy hostel accommodation, including food for breakfasts and packed lunches, will be around £195 for 5 nights. You should also budget for flights, which cost around £120 return, plus trains, buses and evening meals.
This trip has opened for booking - see email for further details.
Leaders EB and CC
The usual 3-4 miles with a pub at the end. Meet at City Thameslink station north exit on Holborn Viaduct at 6.30. This is a short walk from St Paul’s tube station on the Central London.
Dave
Details to follow.
Sue Sinton Smith
Best wishes,
Suzie (on behalf of CLOG Social Team)
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This is a week in the Lake District walking a long distance route from the south coast to Borrowdale in the Central Lake District.
Lots of great scenery, and mostly walking at lower levels on rough paths up to 300 meters.
Sometimes the route will coincide with the Cumbria Way but I will not stick to that path all the time.
Local Buses and ferries will be used to access walks on successive days.
There will be a lot of bus travel, but you don't need to back pack, as we will stay in cottages in a central location, probably Ambleside.
The longest walk will be about 13 miles, the shortest walk about 5 miles.
If we get a day of very good weather, I may combine 2 short legs:
eg a 5 mile walk + a 7 mile walk will give 12 miles in one day.
The next day it may be pouring with rain and we can have a day off !
People do need to be fit for walking up to 13 miles on rough paths if they are to do the whole route.
However, I welcome walk leaders who can lead the shorter sections too, 5 miles in the valleys.
On a really good day, I may do an alternative high level walk, Eg Walking the Langdale Pikes instead of the Great Landale valley.
See CLOG emails for further details.
Organiser: Ralph
The plan is to spend two days walking and the trip can be extended directly with the campsite for those who would like to stay longer. The area is hilly with views to Corfe Castle and lovely coastal walks. There is a shop on site and pubs within walking distance.
The campsite is a short walk from a bus stop to Wareham train station and Swanage in the other direction, with a regular service. It is hoped that most campers will travel by public transport.
This trip has opened for booking. See email to members for further details and the booking form.
Max 14 places.
Exact cost will be available nearer the time.
I picked this site, because we will be able to have a fire, there is an honesty shop and the owner is super friendly. There are good walks and places to visit nearby.
It gets lots of 10 star reviews, which Huw, the owner has responded to.
Sue Sinton Smith
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Sarah