Local Walk: Church End & Ridge Lane (N/Warws)

Local Walk: Church End & Ridge Lane (N/Warws)

A new route in a familiar area, with a very rural feel, with small and pretty villages, an ancient forest, a craft centre and a brewery along our journey.

Logistics:
Meet: 10:20 check-in, to start within 10 minutes, or earlier if those visible are ready.
Distance: Around 9 to 10 miles, adjustable to suit the weather.
Start Point: Hoar Park Farm Craft Centre, Nuneaton Road, CV10 0QU
Terrain: We head across gently undulating countryside via some pools to Church End village, and then to Ridge Lane brewery, followed by exploration of an ancient forest before returning along a panorama laden stretch of the Centenary Way

RoadMap: [Streetmap.co.uk - Map of 427089,292369](https://www.streetmap.co.uk/map?x=427089&y=292369&z=115&sv=427089,292369&st=4&ar=y&mapp=map&searchp=ids&dn=760&ax=427089&ay=292369&lm=0)

Earth View: Nuneaton Rd - Google Maps

Refreshments: Picnic stop and a midway pub stop, and optional cafe stop at the end (and at the start for very early arrivals).
Bring: Waterproofs & Refreshments & Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Emergency Contact: 078.137.37.623, though not available for travel advice or routine lateness problems. Today's walk leader is Paul W.

Safety:
As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risk. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks, participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety. You must be comfortable walking the specified distance in order to attend please.

RSVP Commitment:
Places are not unlimited, so withdrawing in the last 24 hours is not allowed. Attendances shouldn't be compromised by ghosting (no-shows, late withdrawals, and uncommitted waitlisting).