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The Obligatory walk to the dog tree

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Overview

A walk across Minch and Rodborough Commons to the Dog Tree. One uphill section on the way back.

Terrain T1 - very little climbing

Coffee stop, if we're lucky Winstons may be open

Monday, 29 December 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.8km / 4.2mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 85600 01251
Nearest postcode:
GL6 9AQ
what3words:
amounting.fixated.generals
Start time:
10:30 am

Park in any of the car parks by the reservoir near Tom Longs Post.

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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE