A ramble in the ridges, by Blackwater River and Finchampstead

Loddon Valley Group

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Overview

A ramble in the ridges, by Blackwater River and Finchampstead.

Sunday, 11 August 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.lvra.org.uk/Webpages/walks.html

See local website for satnav and contact details.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 81300 63501
Nearest postcode:: RG45 6AE
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Simon's Wood National Trust car park, by Wellingtonia Road. Bring packed lunch.

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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

Join now for just £3.58 per month