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Overview

Fairford and River Coln.

This walk takes in some of the historical aspects of the town as well as the scenic water meadows and former gravel pits.

Tuesday, 1 October 2024
Meeting time:
9:45 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
4.6m / 15ft
Type:
circular

No hills.

17 miles from Swindon.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 18700 85001
Nearest postcode:
SN3 5FA
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Meeting time:
9:45 am

Covingham Mini-Mart carpark St Pauls Drive Covingham Swindon.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 15300 01301
Nearest postcode:
GL7 4JJ
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Start time:
10:30 am

Fairford Mill Lane carpark opposite the church.

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