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Sunday, 22 May 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Start time 10:00
Moderate 12 miles / 19.3 km (Estimated finish time: 16:30)
A circular walk from Eartham Woods via Boxgrove including Boxgrove Priory. Picnic lunch at Halnaker Windmill (c.7 miles) after passing through the lovely Halnaker Windmill tree tunnel. Hilly in places. Good views.
Meet at Eartham Woods Car Park. Nearest postcode PO18 0LU, car park a little further along. If coming from Brighton, take the A27 past Fontwell until you see a sign for Eartham. Turn right onto Brittens Lane and continue through Eartham until you reach the car park on the right. Takes c. 50 mins from Brighton. Cars required.
Start time 11:00
Moderate 5 miles / 8.1 km (Estimated finish time: 16:30)
A leisurely 4-5 hour circular walk from Lewes Railway Station up onto the top of the South Downs to Black Cap lookout. We will walk through the centre of Lewes through the Castle grounds, through the NW of the town and up onto Landport Bottom (steepish but slow, gradual climb on good ground) site of the 1264 ‘Battle of Lewes’ and old Lewes racetrack We’ll return via Offham and walk along the river Ouse back into Lewes returning to the station approx 4.30pm.
We’ll have a 20ish minute break at Black Cap lookout so bring your preference of drinks and snacks.
Dogs welcome as always. Free parking at Lewes Football Club near station.
Wednesday, 25 May 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Start time 18:30
Moderate 5 miles / 8.1 km (Estimated finish time: 21:00)
A circular evening walk around Clayton, Wolstonbury Hill, Pyecombe and the Jack & Jill windmills. Optional drink in the pub at the end.
Please check back here on the day as if the weather is forecast to be heavy rain we will probably cancel the walk.
Thursday, 26 May 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Meeting time 10:15, Start time 10:30
Leisurely 5.3 miles / 8.5 km (Estimated finish time: 12:30)
This is a leisurely walk along the Way & Arun canal at Loxwood. We then go across fields and return to the canal leading back to the Onslow Arms pub.
There is no pre-booking for this walk.
You must not attend this walk if you develop any of the symptoms of Coronovirus or come into close contact with someone who has tested positive for Coronovirus.
Saturday, 28 May 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Meeting time 9:15, Start time 11:15
Leisurely 10 miles / 16.1 km (Estimated finish time: 17:30)
It is essential that if you are attending this walk, you let the leader know in advance in case travel details alter or the walk has to be cancelled for any reason.A linear 10 mile walk from West Ham Tube station, we walk along the Greenway and through the streets of London to Newham City Farm and the Royal Victoria Gardens to the Woolwich Foot tunnel. We then go mainly along the side of the Thames past the Thames Barrier and O2 to North Greenwich where we catch the Jubilee line back to London Bridge and train home from there. There is an option to leave the walk at the Woolwich foot Tunnel ( at the 5-6 mile point) . You then catch a train from the Woolwich Arsenal back to London Bridge. This walk will be a leisurely pace and it is likely to finish around 5-6 p.m meaning we will be arriving home around 8 p.m. A packed lunch is recommended.Train Details ( these may alter - please keep checking). You will need a Thameslink travelcard.9.25 from Brighton ( also calling at Preston Park, Hassocks( cheap parking), Haywards Heath etc arriving London Bridge at 10.44. We then catch the Jubilee Line to West Ham arriving 11.10.
Thursday, 2 June 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Meeting time 10:00, Start time 10:15
Leisurely 8.5 miles / 13.7 km (Estimated finish time: 14:45)
This is a slightly longer walk than usual - 8.5 miles. Starting from Woodingdean we walk the ridge of Pleasant Bottom and continue to Rottingdean. From Kipling Gardens we take the path to Hog Plat until we reach the Windmill ridge.This wooded area has exposed tree roots - watch out! We descend into Ovingdean and follow the route to the church.There is a steepish ascent before we head towards Woodingdean and back to the car park. Local historian James Simister will be adding information and colour to the walk.
Saturday, 4 June 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Moderate 7 miles / 11.3 km (Estimated finish time: 14:30)
A pleasant Wealden walk, going east from the old West Grinstead railway station to Belmoredean, then north past Little Champions Farm and High Hurst Manor. From there over to Coffs Copse, Elliots Farm and Gt Steed Farm before taking the Downs Link back to the start.
Monday, 6 June 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Leisurely 6 miles / 9.7 km (Estimated finish time: 13:30)
This is a lovely circular walk above Rottingdean.
Thursday, 9 June 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Meeting time 9:50, Start time 10:00
Moderate 5.8 miles / 9.3 km (Estimated finish time: 13:00)
A downland walk with some great views from Saltdean Vale, passing the Monument, towards Standean Bottom, Balsdean Cottages.
Saturday, 11 June 2022 (Group: Brighton & Hove)
Meeting time 9:30, Start time 10:50
Moderate 9 miles / 14.5 km (Estimated finish time: 15:30)
Details of meeting/ starting time and train details will be confirmed nearer the time.
This a 9 mile circular walk from Emsworth rail station, walking across the slipper ponds and farm land to Thorney Island. We then follow the coast around the island and back to the start point. A completely flat, but rather exposed walk with no toilets or refreshments en route. It is essential to bring suitable weather gear, a packed lunch and water. There will ne plenty of bird watching opportunities and there may be some seals.