War of the Worlds Hike

DESCRIPTION

Join us for a very varied, scenic and interesting hike in and around Woking. After passing HG Wells' house, we go into woodlands and visit a Second World War memorial, zig zagging our way through more woodland, we visit the "Sand Pit" where the martians landed in the "War of the Worlds", then go past the Inn where Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde stayed (In the Novel: "In The League of extraordinary gentleman").

We'll visit an idyllic lake, walk through an airport and then make our way back to Woking along the river towards the martian statue and then to the station.

HIGHLIGHTS

Visit places depicted in HG Wells's War of the Worlds Novel

Idyllic woodlands, Lakes and Streams

Airport, War memorial & Wetlands Centre

STATS

Distance: 18 km (11.2 miles)

Terrain: Nearly all flat. Lots of dense woodland. Some which may be overgrown so wear long trousers....

Parts maybe muddy so wear good hiking / walking boots

Pace: Brisk (parts of the walk go through dense woodland, where we'll need to stick together, it's not advisable to go ahead of the group as you will get lost, it's a very interesting hike, but logistically one of the most complicated that I lead)

There will be several stops along the way. If you are coming for a fast paced hike with few stops do not come on this hike.

MEETING POINT

Just outside the station (on the side where COSTA COFFEE is). If you don't see COSTA COFFEE in front of you take the tunnel to the other side of the station.

Meeting time: 10.30 am (We will meet just outside the station at this time)

Departure time: 10.35 am (We will leave for the walk at this time)

As always bring a packed lunch and water

PARKING

There is parking at the long term car park 85 Oriental Rd, Woking GU22 7AS (check post code and directions yourself). You can then walk from there to the station through the car park. Payment by RingGo App. Allow about 10 minutes to walk from here

Meetup Fee

£8.00 (Bank transfer)

Kats Adventures Limited
40 09 25
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