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Mid Wiltshire Group

We are the Mid Wiltshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

A fairly easy walk on good paths and pavements, with one ascent near the end of the walk.  The route follows the old railway path out of town towards the modern housing development at Wichelstowe. We follow sections of the Wilts. and Berks Canal, before returning to Swindon Old Town.

Thursday, 17 August 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Bring refreshments for one stop, or visit  the café en route.

You must book with the leader in the week preceding - text preferred. You are not confirmed until you get a reply.

Dogs are at the leaders discretion. 

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 15854 83575
Nearest postcode:
SN3 1QL
what3words:
plank.bowls.chef
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet and park at The Planks Long Stay Car Park, Old Town Swindon. (Just off The High Street) Parking charges apply 4 Hours for £3.30

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