THE WILDLANDS – Bedwyn to Kintbury (29km) / Strenuous
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HILLY FITNESS WALK
18 mi (29 km) / 900m ascent / Strenuous (4 paws)
Link - HIKE GRADINGS EXPLAINED
Link - TRAIL PHOTOS
A walk on the wild side!
Enjoy a day out with new & old friends as we tackle the rugged wilderness of the North Wessex Downs - a delightful strenuous trail that encompasses colourful fields, mysterious woodland & zippy ascents, as daring adrenaline junkies glide dynamically overhead on their man-made flying contraptions.
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FITNESS REQUIRED
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GOOD TO STRONG - capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a fast pace.
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MEETING POINT
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‘PLATFORM 1 EXIT’ to Bedwyn Station, no later than specified start time.
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DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch – Hill viewpoint / Afternoon & walk end pub stops (Optional).
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HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Impressive panoramic views across the North Wessex Downs
(#) Several challenging, short ascents
(#) Hike sections of the Wayfarer’s Walk, an ancient 71-mile-long trail stretching to the coast
(#) Admire hang gliders & paragliders launching from the notorious 1676 Combe Gibbet at the summit of Gallows Down
(#) Enjoy an outdoor lunch from an inspiring hill viewpoint
(#) Visit traditional, character rich, rural countryside villages & pubs.
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TRAIN TRAVEL
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- 9:05 – Train from PADDINGTON
- 10:11 - Connection at NEWBURY
- 10:35 – Start walk from BEDWYN
- 19:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
Ticket Required - ‘Return to Bedwyn' / 1 Change
(Linear Hike) – Finish at KINTBURY STATION
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COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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RSVP then either:
A) PAYPAL – to @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option ONLY!
B) BANK TRANSFER
Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841
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WHAT TO BRING
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- Torch (Autumn/Winter hikes)
- Sit mat
- Outdoor wear – basic technical clothing & equipment
- AVOID - jeans
- Waterproofs (rain forecast?)
- Footwear – recommend ankle support hiking boots, not essential
- Packed Lunch (high energy snacks possibly)
- Water – 1 to 2 litres
- Vaseline (good for avoiding blisters)
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SAFETY
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This hike is led by an experienced hike leader & qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
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By signing up to or attending this event you are confirming you agree to our ‘T&C's'.
Link - TERMS & CONDITIONS
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