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West Berkshire Group

We are the West Berkshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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
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Overview

The walk starts from the car park near the Control Tower at Greenham Common and initially heads south over the common before turning east to reach Crookham Common from where we descend to Headley Ford. We then walk beside the River Enborne to just above Mill Green where we cross the footbridge to take field paths to reach the Crookham road. The route then follows the Crookham road before descending to the Kennet and Avon Canal via Chamberhouse Mill. After following the canal towpath to Widmead Lock we turn north to reach Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre, returning to the car park via the Reed Beds and Bowdown Woods. 

Sunday, 6 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.1km / 10.6mi
Ascent:
137.2m / 450ft
Type:
circular

Please bring sufficient food and drink for the day and ensure you have adequate wet weather gear in case of rain. 

Numbers are limited to 18 walkers you are requested to book your place via the link below. 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 49928 65062
Nearest postcode:
RG19 8DB
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mats.moves.sang
Start time:
10:00 am

Although the car park is free, voluntary donations can be made via the machines. 

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