Booking preferred - Lakes and Ridges

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Overview

Starting along the Blackwater River, we will pass by several lakes before climbing up to Finchampstead Ridges for glimpses of the surrounding countryside through the trees. The walk continues through mixed woodland and heathland before returning to the Blackwater Valley.

Thursday, 8 August 2024

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:15 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: 85.3m / 280ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.mbra.org.uk/walks/walks-programme.html

Snack stop on the way. Opportunity for lunch after the walk at the Lake View cafe or bring your own.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 82017 62001
Nearest postcode:: GU47 8JW
what3words:: faster.wrong.rigid

Start time:: 10:30 am

Public car park at Horseshoe Lake off Mill Lane near Yateley (left turn before entrance to Activity Centre).

Upcoming walks with Mid Berks Group

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Booking not required - Linear Park , the Holy Brook and Kennet and Avon Canal

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