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EBBESBOURNE WAKE - CHURCH BOTTOM - OLD SHAFTESBURY DROVE - EBBESBOURNE DOWN (20 FEBRUARY)

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Overview

This fine downland walk starts with a steady climb up the dry chalk valley of Church Bottom. We follow the ancient ridgeway along the Old Shaftesbury Drove for a mile, then take the green lane back to the car park.

Tuesday, 20 February 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Guide dogs only. Pub possible - if desired. Map: EX118.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 99084 24091
Nearest postcode:
SP5 5JL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park in church car park, May Lane, Ebbesbourne Wake SP5 5JL

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