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East Berkshire Group

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

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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

Overview

A circular walk from Shiplake, touching on the village of Binfield Heath before heading to Harpsden Heights and then returning via Harpsden Wood.  Quiet lanes, fields and woodland.  Undulating, with two or three short steep ascents.

Wednesday, 12 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.4km / 7.1mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

If you intend to lunch after the walk you may use the car park at 'The Baskerville Arms'.  Otherwise please park considerately in nearby roads (some limitations).  It would be possible to come to Shiplake by train - if so, please inform the leader of expected arrival time.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 77583 79732
Nearest postcode:
RG9 3NY
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Start time:
10:00 am

The Baskerville Arms pub car park. Only park there if you intend to lunch in the pub after the walk.

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