What we’re about
Welcome to the Berkshire Walkers (BWs). The BW group is a part of the Ramblers, a national charity dedicated to removing barriers so everyone can enjoy walking in green spaces, and to improving Britain’s most popular and least-known walking places. The Ramblers are committed to campaigning to keep our countryside open to all and to fighting for the things that matter most to walkers. The Ramblers lead the way, and the walks, for a vibrant community united by the joys of walking, helping everyone get more out of their walks.
All participants of all group events are required to adhere to our Group Charter and Ramblers Values - https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/conduct-and-safeguarding/
You can enjoy 3 taster walks with the Berkshire Walkers for FREE, after which you are required to become a member. Annual membership is exceptionally reasonable (just over £3.50pm on Direct Debit).
With membership, you can also join any of the other 500 Rambler groups, including other Berkshire groups and those nearby in Surrey, Sussex, Oxford, and Hampshire. What's not to like! Find out how to join here: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/join-group/
Groups are run entirely by local volunteers. Local group activities can include inspecting and maintaining paths, organising group walks or running local campaigns. Each group is run by an elected committee giving members ownership of what we do locally. We have over 100,000 members.
Please note: we list a full event programme on our website of walks, socials and trips: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/
Upcoming events
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Yateley Common Circular, 5.5 miles, Leisurely
Sandhurst station, Sandhurst GU47 9DT, Sandhurst, GBA circular walk of 5.5 miles starting st Sandhurst station heading out with a little road walking towards Darby Green before joining foot paths to Hill Farm riding stables (Horses are likely to be in these fields).
We then follow a circular route in heathland around Yateley Common and Yateley country park taking in Cricket Hill and Wynham Ponds.
The walk then heads through a residentail area for a 1/4 mile before following the River Blackwater back into Sandhurst.
Sunday 11 January 2026
Start time: 11:10 am
Estimated finish time: 1:15 pm
Difficulty: Leisurely
Distance: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent: 35m / 115ft
Type: circular
Please bring something to drink and a snack.
We will not have a lunch stop on this walk.
Parking is available for free at Sandhurst Library which is located around 7 mins from the wlak start location. Postcode is GU47 9BL.
If taking the train please take the 10:48 train from Reading to Gatwick which arrives at Sandhurst at 11:06.
We will meet on the platform slope on the Reading bound platform. Please exit the station and head under the bridge to reach this location.
Features
Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Introductory walk
Please see our website for more information about the group.21 attendees
Committee Meeting - January 2026
•OnlineOnlineThe Berkshire Walkers are run by a dedicated committee team which meets once a month. The committee is voted in each year at the AGM, the next AGM is in October / November 2026. Members of the committee hold their positions for one year. If you are interested in joining the committee, this meeting will be a great opportunity to find out what being on the committe is all about.
The January committee meeting will be held on the evening of Monday 12th January fom 19:00 to 21:00 (UTC+1, London). The meeting will be a virtual one, via Google Meet.
All our members are welcome to attend committee meetings, though only committee members will be able to vote on meeting matters. Please contact our secretary Ed (ed@berkshirewalkers.co.uk) if you’d like to attend.
The meeting link and agenda will be circulated to attendees nearer the time.11 attendees
Silchester Trail from Bramley, 8 miles, Leisurely
Bramley Rail Station, The Street, Bramley, GBThis 8-mile circular walk from Bramley follows the Silchester Trail to the remains of Calleva Atrebatum, a Roman town developed from its Iron Age predecessor.
Heading northwest out of Bramley we’ll leave the road into fields. Passing under the railway at Clapper’s Farm and over Silchester Brook, the walk will skirt the southern edge of North Copes. The path from here leads to Calleva Atrebatum where on arrival we'll see the 12th century Church of St. Mary the Virgin.
At Calleva Atrebatum the walk will loop round the outer edge of the remaining Roman town seeing sections of wall that still stand. On completion of the loop we'll branch off to the amphitheatre. (Access to the amphitheatre may be restricted due to recent wet weather).
After a lunch stop the walk will head back to Bramley via the Drove which runs through the middle of Calleva Atrebatum. Once on the west side of the site we’ll pick up the footpaths via Three Ashes and Bramley Frith Wood.
Travel details
By public transport
If travelling from Reading, please get the 09:37 train to Bramley (Hampshire), arriving at 09:55. If this train is delayed, the start of the walk will be too. Trains back to Reading run every hour.
By car
There is no car park at Bramley station, if driving please park legally and considerately (e.g. in the nearby Jibbs Meadow car park) allowing time to park and walk to the start point.
Sunday 18 January 2026
Start time: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time: 4:00 pm
Difficulty: Leisurely
Distance: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent: 77m / 253ft
Type: circular
Notes
Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.
It will be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.
Please contact the leader directly if you are delayed on the day or can't find the group (find contact details on our website). We are unlikely to respond to Meetup comments or messages sent on the day of the walk in enough time to be helpful.
Features
Accessible by public transport
Dog friendly
No car needed
Please see our website for more information about the group.13 attendees
Past events
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