St Ives Sociale: Walk the Ouse Valley Way

🚶‍♀️ St Ives Sociale: Walk the Ouse Valley Way 🚶‍♂️

📍 Start & Finish: Norris Museum, St Ives (option to leave en route)
📅 Date: Sunday, 20 July 2025
🕘 Time: Flexible – suggested start at 10am
🚶 Distance & Duration: Flexible – approx. 4 hours with a lunch stop 🥪
🥾 Pace: Relaxed and adaptable for all 😊

Join us for a sociable, easygoing walk along the beautiful Ouse Valley Way 🌿, part of the wider walking celebration hosted by the Great Ouse Valley Trust 🗺️. Their programme is still being updated — check their website for full details.

We’ll agree on the route and lunch plans on the day to make sure everyone’s needs are accommodated. I’ll bring a few suggestions, but feel free to add your own in the comments 💬📍

### 🌟 What to Expect:

• 🌾 A riverside walk through meadows, villages, and historic landmarks like Houghton Mill
• 🛤️ Mostly flat, accessible paths with flexible route options (weather dependent)
• 🐦 Nature, conversation, and plenty of opportunities to pause or turn back early

### ✅ Useful Info:

• 🙌 No need to register – just turn up!
• 💚 Donations to the Great Ouse Valley Trust are encouraged to support their conservation work and their sponsored charity, Hunts Blind
• 👟 Wear suitable shoes, bring water/snacks, and dress for the weather 🌦️
• 🐶 Dogs are welcome!

A great chance to connect with nature and local heritage 🌞🌿