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Berkshire Walkers (Group)

A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.

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Overview

Today’s walk will take us along the Kennet & Avon Canal and Hungerford Common. Starting at Hungerford station, we’ll head towards the Kennet & Avon Canal where we’ll turn onto to follow it. Once at the road, we’ll turn right to cross over the railway and walk through Sling's Firs before heading towards Hungerford Common. Here, we’ll walk through it to take us to The Downgate Pub, where we’ll finish the walk and have a pint. From here, Hungerford station is only a 5-minute walk, or it's a 12 minute walk to the canal boat social. 

Saturday, 7 June 2025
Start time:
11:15 am
Estimated finish time:
1:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.9km / 4.9mi
Ascent:
32m / 105ft
Type:
circular

TRAINS:

The recommended train to get from Reading is the 10:33 GWR train that arrives in Newbury at 10:54. This'll give enough time to change for the 11:01 GWR service that arrives in Hungerford at 11:12.

DRIVING:

Hungerford station has a small car park, where parking fees apply.

DOGS:

Dogs are allowed on this walk as long as they're kept under control.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 34033 68555
Nearest postcode:
RG17 0DX
what3words:
commuted.corrode.coconut
Start time:
11:15 am

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 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