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River Kennet, Padworth College and Kennet and Avon canal

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Overview

River Kennet, Padworth College and Kennet and Avon canal. Along a short stretch of the river Kennet then through Padworth and the grounds of Padworth College. Along Fisherman Lane to Frouds bridge and return to Aldermaston Wharf along the canal.
Sunday, 25 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.lvra.org.uk/Webpages/walks.html
WALK LEADER: Jenny S Phone: 0118 978 5447 (0747 966 3256) STARTING LOCATION Nearest postcode: RG7 4JH Lat/Long: 51.40200,-1.13670 What3words: ///tastes.pills.watchdogs

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 60100 67301
Nearest postcode:
RG7 4SF
what3words:
cyber.dinosaur.booster
Start time:
10:00 am

The entrance to Aldermaston station. Parking on the street, off Mallard Way or in the station car park (pay by phone). Possibility of using the train. Please phone leader if you intend to arrive by train on the 9.43 from Reading which should arrive at Aldermaston at 9.55.

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