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Annette W.
There is a limit of 20 people for this walk and booking is essential. Please book after 22 March using the email link.
Catch the 08.54 train from Waterloo (Clapham Junction at 09.01) direct to Alton and arriving at 10.09. Buy a day return to Alton.
If you miss the 08.54 train, catch the 09.00 fast train and change at Woking for the 09.30 to Alton, also arriving at 10.09. At Woking you should arrive at and depart from platform 5, but check.
After leaving Alton, we climb through woods and then follow paths across fields. There are climbs and descents all day and some are steep. We should be rewarded with lovely views and spring flowers. Lunch is at the Sun Inn, Bentworth - website link below. If you want a pub lunch, please email Annette by close on Tuesday 15 April.
Return trains are normally at 15 and 44 minutes past the hour. There is a possibility of tea in Alton or at the Waitrose cafe near the station. The toilets at Alton Station are usually open.
Expect four stiles and sections on stony or rutted tracks. There could be mud and puddles in some sections if we get some rain. If there has been a lot of mud, I might amend part of the afternoon route. Walking boots are essential and poles would be useful.
There are no drop-out points on the walk.
Check for ticks after the walk.
Meet outside Alton Station at 10.09.
