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West Berkshire Group

We are the West Berkshire 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
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Overview

Starting from the recreation ground car park at Vernham Dean, we walk through the village before taking field paths to Thornycombe Wood, Forty Acre Wood, and Well Bottom where there is one short but steep climb, which can be muddy and slippery. We then cross Cow Down and Rushmore Down before skirting round Upton from where the route climbs gently to join the Test Way to Netherton. We return via tracks and field paths passing through the villages of Linkenholt and Vernham Street.

Sunday, 17 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.4km / 10.2mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

Please bring sufficient food and drink for the day and ensure you have adequate wet weather gear in case of rain. 

Numbers are limited to 18 walkers you are requested to book your place via the link below. 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 34517 56400
Nearest postcode:
SP11 0HB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Please meet at the Vernham Green Recreation Ground

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