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North Hampshire Downs Group

We are the North Hampshire Downs Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

From Theale Bridge CP the walk initially follows the Kennet & Avon Canal (0.5mls) before taking a more southerly route from the canal via Sulhamstead, Ufton Green, Padworth, Padworth Mill and then onto Aldermaston Wharf (6.5 mls). There will be short break during this period but the main break will be at  the tea room at Aldermaston Wharf. The walk then follows the canal back to Theale Bridge (4mls).

Saturday, 25 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
90m / 295ft
Type:
circular

The tea room at Aldermaston Wharf should be open for tea/coffee/ cakes/sandwiches. The plan is to stop here for at least some refreshments/food. However, please bring additional refreshments/food.

May be toilets at Aldermaston Wharf.

Graded as a leisurely walk as essentially level but length is 10.5mls.

Terrain was good for time of year with not too much mud but expect some.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 64777 70458
Nearest postcode:
RG7 4AP
what3words:
light.foods.feast
Start time:
10:00 am

Coming up from Sheffield Bottom towards Theale on Hangar Lane, the CP entrance is immediately before the traffic lights (20metres) and on the right. Note not the sailing club entrance.

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