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Berkshire Walkers (Group)

A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.

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Overview

This will be a fast-paced 12 mile walk from Aldermaston Station to Thatcham via Bucklebury Common and Cold Ash.

This walk requires advance booking via Meetup (see Website link). Please do not turn up without booking.

Pace: fast.

Saturday, 17 August 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
190m / 623ft
Type:
linear

Walk details

The walk starts by heading north towards Beenham and then through Bucklebury common. We'll then visit Cold Ash and walk through Thatcham to the train station. There will be a lunch and pub stop during the walk and optional pub stop at the end.

Travel details

By public transport

From Reading take the 10:12 train, arriving at 10:25. From Newbury take the 10:15 train, arriving at 10:28. The walk leader will be on the train from Newbury. We will meet on the north side of the station.

By car

Parking is available at both Thatcham and Aldermaston stations, where charges will probably apply. As this is a linear walk you will need to get a train either before the start or at the end depending on where you park.

Notes

  • Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.
  • It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.
  • Please feel free to contact the leader with queries about the walk, or if you are delayed on the day.

Booking details

  • This walk is limited to 15 walkers including the walk leader
  • Do not turn up for the walk without booking, else we will have to turn you away.
  • Book a place on this walk via Meetup (see Website link).
  • Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 60122 67371
Nearest postcode:
RG7 5QE
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Start time:
10:30 am

Aldermaston Station (north side)

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SU 52750 66350
Nearest postcode:
RG19 4PP
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Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

Thatcham Station

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