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Berkshire Walkers (Group)

A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.

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Overview

This 9.5-mile circular walk from Charlbury features Cotswold views as well as a waterfall and (hopefully) some bluebells.

This walk requires advance booking via Meetup (see Website link). Please do not turn up without booking.

Pace: medium.

Saturday, 18 May 2024
Start time:
11:05 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Walk details

The walk starts at Charlbury station, on the eastern tip of the Cotswolds. We start along a farm track on the hillside with beautiful views of the Cotswold countryside (weather depending!) We will stop for lunch just before joining the Wychwood / Oxfordshire way.

After walking along the side of the River Evenlode (where it might be muddy!) we turn off to ascend up the hill alongside one of the river tributaries. This will lead us to a waterfall (a rarity for Oxfordshire!) where we can pause to take photos. We will then take a refreshment break at The Tite Inn in Chadlington.

The return back towards Charlbury passed through various areas of woodland where we hope to see bluebells. Once we reach Charlbury we will briefly pass through the edge of town and head back towards the station.

Please note that one part of this walk involves walking across a thin bridge over a large pond. There is a hand rail. Please take care when using this crossing. Go slowly and hold the hand rail.

Travel details

By public transport

If travelling from Reading please take the 10:18am train which arrives in Charlbury at 11:01. (You can also pick this train up from Oxford at 10:45.) If this train is delayed the walk will be delayed. After the walk, trains return to Reading once an hour.

By car

Car parking is available at Charlbury station for a charge. Pay on your phone on arrival.

Notes

  • Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.
  • It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.
  • Please feel free to contact the leader with queries about the walk, or if you are delayed on the day.

Booking details

  • This walk is limited to 30 walkers including the walk leader
  • Do not turn up for the walk without booking, else we will have to turn you away.
  • Book a place on this walk via Meetup (see Website link).
  • Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 35250 19450
Nearest postcode:
OX7 3HH
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Start time:
11:05 am

Charlbury Station

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking