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Readings Rivers & Disused Rail Lines

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Pang Valley Group

Pang Valley Ramblers is a friendly group, open to all in our local community; we walk in countryside around Reading in Berkshire, much of it within an AONB.

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Overview

Meet at The Minster Church at the top of The Butts, nearest post code RG1 2LQ. What3Words fade.strut.teach. This walk explores some of Readings lesser known waterways, up the Kennet to Fobney & Southcote Locks, following The Holy Brook & the old Calcot branch railway & back to the town centre. The walk is mostly flat. One or two stretches may be muddy after rain. Generally flat & firm underfoot. There is the chance of a shortcut reducing to 5.5 miles. A Green Walk no car needed.
Wednesday, 7 February 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.8km / 6.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 71300 73301
Nearest postcode:
RG1 7QL
what3words:
puts.thin.cigar
Start time:
10:30 am

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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  • 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
Register for an account for FREE