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Overview

Today's walk leaves Blackwater station for a walk around the Hawley Woods army training area, used as the location for many films. We'll head around Hawley Lake past the Ely hotel and back via Hawley Common.

Sunday, 15 February 2026
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
50m / 164ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.meetup.com/berkshirewalkers/events/313284935/

Please take the 09:48 Reading to Gatwick Airport train to Blackwater station.

Please bring a packed lunch.

 

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 85301 59921
Nearest postcode:
GU17 9AD
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Start time:
10:15 am

We will meet outside the station at the bus stop.

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