Cricklade Wharf, Eisey, Down Ampney Airfield and Latton.

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Overview

Cricklade Wharf, Eisey, Down Ampney Airfield and Latton.

Thames & Severn Canal Towpath, disused airfield and scenic villages.

Down Ampney airfield was used by D Day airborne forces in 1944.

One refreshment stop.

Saturday, 21 December 2024

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: 7.6m / 25ft
Type:: circular

Park considerately in Latton Village or on old Roman main road.

11 miles from Swindon.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: SU 16000 83001
Nearest postcode:: SN3 1PL
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

B4006 Marlborough Road/Pipers Roundabout Swindon

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 09099 95501
Nearest postcode:: SN6 6DT
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Latton War Memorial on street parking.

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