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Lea Bailey Inclosure and Hope Mansell

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Overview

 A loop through the woods, with a shorter stretch through the lovely Hope Mansell Valley.

Parking space is limited – please share cars if possible.

Please use a text message to contact the walk leader.

Tuesday, 18 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

If you would like to join this walk please book a place by text message with the leader. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your booking so that someone else can take your place. Do not turn up for a walk without booking, as we may have to turn you away.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 64300 19501
Nearest postcode:
GL17 0JN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bailey Lane End. Turn off A40 towards Drybrook. Forest gateway on the right after 1.5 miles (almost opposite turning).

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