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Loddon Valley Group

We are the Loddon Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

Lets Explore Waltham St Lawrence. This village has a fascinating history going back to Anglo Saxon times and together with Shottesbrooke, a parish in its own right, it makes for an interesting stroll. Come along and hear how we connect the first vertical take-off jet, The Kings Royal Goldsmith, poor Dicken Smith, who met a very sticky end and selling beer by the pound!
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
LVR advise walkers to use the following details. START: RG10 0JH (51.48400,-0.80600) ///backpacks.custom.physics , CONTACT Leader: Sally B Phone: 0134 477 4468 (On day 07876141817)

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 83006 76793
Nearest postcode:
RG10 0JH
what3words:
unfounded.hothouse.dreamer
Start time:
10:30 am

The Bell, Waltham St Lawrence.

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