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Douai Abbey Walk

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Overview

The walk starts at the Row Barge car park in Woolhampton. It goes to Upper Woolhampton passing Elstree School to Douai Abbey. It them goes to Beeham via High Wood. Then to GreyField Wood and Ironmongers Copse. It comes back via Copyhold Farm, Kiff Green and Channel Wood to Upper Woolhamton and then to the Row Barge.

Please car share, the leader has 3 spaces. Bring a drink. Max 15 people. Do not contact the leader about bookings, contact the walk coordinators on wberksramblersbooking@gmail.com.

Saturday, 28 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
55m / 180ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://forms.gle/N3NnQ9qQHooPs5Xq5

Please book online by 6pm on Friday 27th June.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 57226 66431
Nearest postcode:
RG7 5SH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park in the southern row of parking spaces in the first car park.

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