JUNE
Saturday 13 June
Cobham Circular
Waterloo 8.53 (Guildford), Vauxhall 8.57, Clapham Junction 9.02 arrive Effingham Junction 9.45. Change to 9.52 (Surbiton service) arrive Cobham 9.55. This is a fairly level steady-paced walk, mostly through commons and woods, but there are several points of interest such as Cobham Mill, the 1624 Church Stile House, and the 12th century St Andrews Church. Lunch will be at the Bear pub, or picnic nearby. A drop out by bus from the pub to Cobham Station is possible.
About 10 miles. E146/161
Led by Josie R
Wednesday 17 June
Leytonstone to Wanstead in Memory of Peter Harding
Meet 10.30 Leytonstone Station (Central Line Zone 4) outside Church Lane exit. A fairly level easy-paced walk though residential streets of the Browning Road conservation area, across Bush Wood, via Wanstead Flats to Wanstead Park for a break at the tea hut. The walk ends at Wanstead Station (Central Line Zone 4). There are numerous places of refreshment in the High Street and seats for picnics on the green.
About 5 miles London A-Z
Led by Stephen R
Saturday 20 June
Oxford Circular
Paddington 9.22 (Oxford service), Reading 9.49 arrive Oxford 10.18. An easy-paced mostly level walk along the River Isis to Binsey passing the ruins of Godstow Nunnery for lunch at Wolvercote Green; Trout Inn or bring a picnic. Then along the Oxford Canal by Wolfson College by the River Cherwell through the University Parks passing the historic colleges. Drop out possible after lunch by bus to Oxford.
About 10 miles E180 L164
Led by Stephen R
Tuesday 23 June
Croydon to Coulsdon – The National Gallery Art Trail
Victoria 10.08 (Reigate service), Clapham Junction 10.15 arrive East Croydon 10.26 (Zone 5). The National Gallery has come to Croydon, and we hope to visit as many sites as possible on foot and using public transport. We’ll start by taking a tram to New Addington to see a painting outside the library and then return to Lloyd Park to start the trail on foot through Croydon Town centre to Croydon Minster where we’ll see most of the pieces. Then to Rotary Field, Purley to see another, finishing by bus to Coulsdon College for the last viewing. A moderately paced fairly level walk returning from Coulsdon (Zone 6).
About 5.5 miles E161 London A-Z
Led by Joyce N
Saturday 27 June
Herne Bay to Birchington
St Pancras International 9.20 (Ramsgate service), Stratford International 9.27, Rochester 9.57 arrive Herne Bay 10.45. Buy return to Birchington. A fairly level easy-paced walk starting through Herne Bay and then along the coast path ascending steps to cliff top on the approach to Reculver for lunch with its towers and remains of roman fort wall; King Ethelbert pub, Two cafes with outdoor seats for picnics. Possible paddle in sea at Minnis Bay, Birchington.
About 10 miles E150
Led by David T
JULY
Saturday 4 July
Colchester to Wivenhoe
Liverpool Street 9.02 (Ipswich service), Stratford 9.09, arrive Colchester 10.04. Buy return to Wivenhoe. Leader will join train at Chelmsford. A steady paced walk through the Castle Park to Hythe, then along the river Colne (Walking/cycling Trail) to the attractive Quayside location of Wivenhoe for lunch. Pubs and cafe available or picnic in Churchyard. Possible drop out. Afternoon circular walk to Alresford Creek and it’s ruined Church, returning to Wivenhoe Station.
About 10.5 miles. E184
Led by Sam F
Saturday 11 July
WealdwaySection 10 – Berwick Station to Eastbourne Golf Course
Victoria 8.54 (Ore Service), Clapham Junction 9.01, East Croydon 9.10 arrive Lewes 9.57. Change to 10.14 (Eastbourne Service) arrive Berwick 10.25. Buy return to Eastbourne. A steady-paced walk with several long steep sections passing the Long Man of Wilmington. A late lunch after 8 miles at Jevington; Eight Bells Pub or bring a picnic. Then steadily climbing up onto the South Downs before descending reaching Eastbourne Golf Course to take bus into Eastbourne. Possible drop out after 8 miles at Jevington.
About 12 miles OL25
Led by Stephen R
Wednesday 15 July
Mottingham to Beckenham Hill
Charing Cross 9.50 (Gravesend service), Waterloo East 9.53, London Bridge 9.59 arrive Mottingham 10.17 (Zone 4). An easy-paced undulating walk following Section 9 of the Green Chain. Half of the walk is paved. From the station we cross Foxes Field, go by Grove Park Ditch, Upper Marvels Wood, Elmstead Woods, and residential streets to Beckenham Place Park for lunch at the café or bring a picnic.
About 7 miles London A-Z
Led by Stephen R
Saturday 18 July
Wye to Etchinghill
St Pancras International 9.07 (Ramsgate service), Stratford International 9.14, arrive Ashford 9.45. Change to 9.57 (Ramsgate service) arrive Wye 10.03. Alternative a slower cheaper option Charing Cross 8.34 (Ramsgate service), Waterloo East 8.37, London Bridge 8.43 arrive Wye 10.03. Book return to Folkestone. A brisk paced hilly walk along a scenic section of the North Downs Way, starting with a walk through Wye and ascent of Wye Crown, then past the Devil’s Kneading Trough and down to Stowting before climbing again to Farthing Common. Views of Postling village and the Channel on the final ascent. Short picnic lunch. Return by bus from Etchinghill to Folkestone station. There are no convenient drop outs.
About 11 miles E138
Led by Maureen C and David B
Saturday 25 July
Godalming Circular
Waterloo 8.55 (Portsmouth Harbour service),Clapham Junction 9.04, Woking 9.55, Guildford 10.03 arrive Godalming 10.11. A steady-paced undulating walk following the Navigators Way along the River Wey though woodlands. Lunch at Compton; The Withies Inn or bring a picnic. Then via Broadford and Peasmarsh returning to Godalming.
About 10 miles OL34 E145
Led by Marilyn and Bob H
Wednesday 29 July
Hammersmith to Battersea Power Station
Meet 11.15 Hammersmith Station (District, Piccadilly lines Zone 2) between Tesco and Costa Coffee in station shopping area. A leafy, interesting and varied level paced riverside walk on good mud free paths from Hammersmith to Battersea Power Station (Northern Line Zone 1) via Putney where we will stop for lunch at St. Mary’s Church Cafe or bring a picnic. Plentiful drop-out points on our route.
About 7.5 miles London A-Z
Led by Marilyn Daish
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Travel Information Train times listed are the latest available at the time the programme was prepared. Alterations can take place at short notice. It is advisable to check with National Rail (Tel: 03457 48 49 50, www.nationalrail.co.uk) or if your journey involves travel on London Underground and/or London Overground, check with Transport for London (Tel: 0343 222 1234, www.tfl.gov.uk). At mainline stations please meet the group near the booking office in time for the train stated. Check this website walks page for programme changes before setting out. Do make sure you have the correct ticket for the journey as London Underground and most National Rail Companies fine passengers without a valid ticket £50.
Guidance for Members
Follow leaders at all times, and carefully watch where they are going. Make sure you know the time and place for meeting after lunch. If you do not intend to complete the walk, please inform the leader.
Bring along some food and drink, as mention of a pub or café is no guarantee that food will be available.
Please bring some simple first aid equipment with you. Sorry, no dogs, except for assistance dogs
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Stephen Ross (Walks Organiser)
