Mortimer and the Romans

Loddon Valley Group

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Overview

Mortimer & the Romans. NOTE (22/09/24): change to start location. Our gently rolling route takes us past the amphitheatre and through the remains of Calleva Atrebatum. We then cross the railway twice, before going through Stratfield Mortimer and Wokefield Common on our way back to the start. Registered assistance dogs only.

Tuesday, 24 September 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:45 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.lvra.org.uk/Webpages/walks.html

See local website for satnav and contact details.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 63499 62801
Nearest postcode:: RG7 2HJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

To avoid a conflict with another walking group, the walk will now start from Silchester Roman Town car park in Wall Street RG7 2HJ. Note that the car park has a 1.8m height restriction. ( lat/long 51.36161, -1.08903). SU635628. w3w///lurching.giants.letters Bring packed lunch.

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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

Join now for just £3.58 per month