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A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.

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Overview

An easy-paced route around the many lakes at Dinton Pastures looking at the various wildlife.

Advance booking is not required, but if you plan on attending this walk, please indicate this on Meetup if you can (see Websitelink), so others can see that there will be plenty of people going.

Pace: gentle.

Tuesday, 9 July 2024
Start time:
6:50 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:50 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Walk details

This walk will start at Winnersh station proceeding with a 1/2 mile of road walking before heading into explore the various lakes of Dinton Pastures country park & a section of the river Loddon.

The lakes at Dinton pastures are old gravel pits turned into a country park and nature reserve with lots of waterfowl and birdlife.

At the end of the walk there is an option to head to the Wheelwright Arms for drinks.

Travel details

By public transport

If travelling from Reading, take the 18:39 train to London Waterloo which arrives at Winnersh at 18:49. The bus route 4/X4 from Reading also stops by Sainsburys which is a few minutes' walk from Winnersh station.

By car

Winnersh station does not have a car park however nearby residential streets offer parking opportunities.

Notes

  • Please bring a drink and a snack.
  • Please feel free to contact the leader with queries about the walk, or if you are delayed on the day.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 78148 70766
Nearest postcode:
RG41 5LU
what3words:
cult.actors.voice
Start time:
6:50 pm

Winnersh Railway 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