Pond Street, Seven Fields, Penhill Park, Upper Stratton and Abbey Meads

Swindon & North East Wilts Group

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Overview

Pond Street, Seven Fields, Penhill Park, Upper Stratton and Abbey Meads.

A tour of North Swindon green spaces. Some sections will be muddy. No stiles.

One 15 minute break.

Contact the leader if you require transport to the start.

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 7.6m / 25ft
Type:: circular

Bus 5 leaves Swindon Bus Station Stop F at 09:38 arrives Orbital Shopping Park 10:00.

Features

Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 13500 88601
Nearest postcode:: SN25 4BQ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Orbital Centre South carpark

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