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Guildford Group

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

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

This is a pleasant, level walk along the Basingstoke Canal and through adjacent woodland and meadows. It visits the sites mentioned in the book "War of the Worlds" where the Martians lands as well as some bronze age barrows. 

Sunday, 11 August 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
20m / 66ft
Type:
circular

Toilets available in car park. Please bring a picnic. Refreshments available at cafe at the end

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 99374 60607
Nearest postcode:
GU21 4XY
what3words:
bright.branded.sorters
Start time:
10:00 am

Heather Farm (signed) just off the Chobham Road, A3046

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