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Woodlands, Lakes and Blackwater river

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Overview

Woodlands, Lakes and Blackwater river. Quick ramble in Simon's Wood around Heath Pond, heading down to Horseshoe Lake for coffee or banana break. Following the Blackwater river along Horseshoe and Green Moor lakes, then the lower ridges and back up to Simon's Wood.
Thursday, 12 September 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
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 81200 63501
Nearest postcode:
RG45 6AE
what3words:
crimson.hiked.quench
Start time:
10:30 am

Crowthorne: Simon's Wood car park, Wellington Avenue, height: 1.9m.

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