A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.
Richard G.
Today's walk will take us through scenic woodland and the quaint, small village of Hambleden.
We'll start from Mill End car park, heading west toward Greenlands then north where we will go through Great Wood. Here, we join Shakespeare's Way for a bit until we reach Gussetts Wood.
From here, we'll follow the footpath next to Dudley Lane until we reach our lunch stop at Old Luxters Barn. If we're lucky enough for it to be open, there may be a food truck and winery/brewery shop here.
After lunch, we'll go through more woods until we reach Skirmett Road. We'll then take the footpath south at Colstrope Lane that will take us to Hambleton, home of a 12th Century Church. We may have a pub stop at The Stag and Huntsman, depending on time and numbers.
After Hambleden, we'll take the path a short way back to the car park and bus stop.
Travel details
Public transport
The 850 bus goes from Reading, starting at Friar Street (stop FC) at 9:45 and arriving at Mill End at 10:42. The car park is then a short walk up Skirmett Road, on the left.
On the way back, buses leave Mill End for Reading every 30 minutes.
By car
Parking is available at Mill End car park where the walk starts, charges apply. Car sharing may be possible if you ask on Meetup or our Facebook page.
Dogs
Dogs welcome on this walk, provided they are kept under control at all times and placed on a lead when requested by the walk leader.
Please see our dogs policy on our group website for more details.
Notes
Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/
Please contact the leader directly if you are delayed on the day or can't find the group (find contact details on our website). We are unlikely to respond to Meetup comments or messages sent on the day in enough time to be helpful.
