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Overview

Savernake Forest.

White Oak Road, Saddle Oaks, Red Vein Bottom, Cock-a-Troop Lane, Chopping Knife Lane & Old Railway Path.

Assemble near information boards.

Latter part of the walk offers fine views across the Kennet Valley.

Steep hill at the end.

Saturday, 28 September 2024
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
61m / 200ft
Type:
circular

12 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 19899 68001
Nearest postcode:
SN8 4ND
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Start time:
10:00 am

Savernake Forest Postern Hill carpark, off A346.

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