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Serena H.
The first day of May ! Looking to make the most of the longer (and hopefully warmer) early summer days, I'm experimenting with the idea of short early evening walks … a few miles circular… ending at a pub, café, or picnic spot for an optional drink or bite to eat after our walk.
So, kicking off with this one from Arreton Barns, a “Save the Date” entry as pending a recce I’m not yet sure precisely what our route will be, but basically it will be circular; leisurely ; and max 5 miles (possibly shorter), ending back at the Dairyman’s Daughter pub at Arreton Barns where there is the option to drink and eat. I will update this entry nearer the time so please watch this space if you need to know more detail. But hopefully an enjoyable and social walk, weather permitting.
PLEASE NOTE : Booking not needed for the walk itself, but it would be really helpful if you could please let me know (text or whatsapp 07564-811690 or email serenaheyes@hotmail.co.uk ) if you are likely to want to eat so that I can try and book accordingly with the Dairyman’s Daughter ? At present I have provisionally booked a table for 7.15pm for just half a dozen people, but I realise there could be many more (or less !) than that so please let me know if you want to be sure of a seat – it’s a busy pub and a bank holiday w/e coming up, the Fri & Sat nights seem to be already fully booked
By car:
Arreton Barns has a big carpark, or there is a free carpark at Arreton alongside the school
By public transport :
The slightly strange 17.15 start-time is to tie in with that No 8 buses arrive at Arreton Barns from the Newport direction at 16.59 and from the Ryde/Sandown direction at 17.09 - so if you’re thinking of having a drink or two (or indeed even if you’re not) then consider the bus!
Car share:
In the interests of the air, parking, and non-drivers, if anyone is able to offer, or needs, a car share then please post on WhatsApp group (to join group please message Serena 07564-811690).
Take a drink.
Depending on the weather, consider suitable clothing, footwear, walking pole(s), sun cream, drinks, and food. Watch out for ticks and remove ASAP. If you are unsure about your ability to undertake this walk, please contact the walks leader. If you need to leave the walking group, please ensure you inform the leader or back marker
Please note there may be short sections of road walking – please walk in single file and take good care.
Wise to look at the website on the day just in case of any changes or additional info. And in the event of extreme weather please check back for cancellation or postponement notices. You can also check with Serena on 07564-811690.
New walkers welcome
If you are new to the Ramblers you can just turn up for any of our walks, unless we specify otherwise. We invite you to come along for three walks as a non-member.
Emergencies
It's very rare that an emergency occurs, but we may need info about
• Any health concerns that you have
• Any emergency contact information
We'd ask you to make sure that we have ready access to this, if needed
GENERAL :
If you would like to join the informal WhatsApp group (or even just temporarily for the purposes of communications regarding this specific walk and then exit again), please message Serena on 07564-811690 to be added .
Meet at Arreton Barns car park
