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A springtime walk to put a spring in your step.

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Overview

The walk begins on the flat but there are a couple of climbs, the main one being Lewesdon Hill, and one short but sharp downhill stretch. Needless to say water and mud will feature in a few places. Toilets at the carpark where walk starts and ends. Picnic, no dogs.

Wednesday, 6 March 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 48070 01357
Nearest postcode:
DT8 3DR
what3words:
cyber.treatable.remotes
Start time:
10:00 am

The walk starts at Yarn Barton Car Park. Payment by cash, card or phone app. Its only £4 for all day. Places are available in the town, but please park respectfully. I will start the walk from near the carpark entrance.

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