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Overview

Stroudwater canal to Ryeford, climb up to Doverow hill, down to Far Westrip, up to Randwick, down to Ruscombe brook, up to Farmhill.

Local walk grade 2 hilly and level mix. Moderate pace.

Maps L162/E179

Thursday, 19 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 84359 05749
Nearest postcode:
GL5 4AH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Stratford Park Leisure Centre car park, top end. Please meet at 9.50

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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 £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE