The Thames Path, Part 2. (11 Miles/18KM)
Details
Do this walk because - its a great way to see the River Thames and follow its flow from the beautiful Cotswolds towards London.
We plan to complete the 292 km distance in about 20 single-day walks during the next 24 months.
We're doing this hike with Variety is the Spice Meetup group. Carl R will lead the walk.
Walk facts (Stage 2)
Form: Linear walk from Cricklade to Lechlade.
Distance: Approximately 11 miles / 18km
Duration: Walking time circa 4.5 hours.
Grade: Easy. We will maintain a steady pace over varied surfaces. During wet weather the paths can become muddy.
Donation to GOSH: £5 cash on the day.
What to take: A packed lunch and plenty of water.
Also, we're not insured, so please have your own insurance for this type of activity.
Walk Description
Our route will generally follow the Thames Path. We will be walking in the direction of flow of the River Thames.
Additional information will be provided before the walk, however please contact Carl if you need more details at any time.
Meeting at
Outside Tesco Express, 39 High St, Cricklade, Swindon SN6 6BX.
We'll be outside Tesco Express at 11am.
We'll start walking at 11.10 am.
Travel
If you’re travelling from London, you’ve three options:
Option 1 — Join Carl in Reading (car + bus)
- Carl departs Reading Central railway station at 9:10am in a 7‑seater.
- He’ll drive to Swindon station, then take the bus to Cricklade.
- Reserve a seat with Carl if you’d like a lift.
- A £5 donation is requested for the return journey to help cover costs (this is separate to your walk donation to GOSH).
Option 2 — Travel to Swindon
- Make your own way to Swindon railway station.
- Meet us in the station café between 10:00am and 10:20am.
- We’ll then take the bus together to Cricklade.
Option 3 — Travel directly to Cricklade
- If you prefer, go straight to Tesco Express, Cricklade for 11:00am.
Getting back to London
At Letchlade we will catch a bus to Swindon. From Swindon, fast GWR trains run regularly back to London Paddington and the 7 seater vehicle will return to Reading railway station.
If you are driving
Parking at Swindon railway station is probably a good option.
KEY INFORMATION
YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have.
- The perilous bit
- Our FAQs, including an explanation of Group save tickets which will save you money.
- See here for what to wear and take. Specifically make sure you bring good hiking boots and that you are ready for muddy conditions . Please - no trainers, they are not suitable for walking in the wintry muddy conditions.
AND FINALLY
- We're raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
We’ll deduct Meetup fees but all the profits will go to GOSH. After each hike, we’ll let you know exactly how much we’ve all raised. And if you’d like to join us and raise money by leading some hikes, please get in touch – the more the merrier 😊