ROWERS' RAMBLE – Goring + Streatley to Henley (25.5km) / Moderate
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STEADY PACED SCENIC WALK
16 mi (25.5 km) / 500m ascent / Moderate (3 paws)
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Crunch through frosty paths and “row” – well, hike, slip and slide – beneath sparkling branches on the Rowers’ Ramble! A crisp winter adventure weaving through enchanting woodlands and rolling countryside before finishing riverside in Henley-on-Thames — the perfect blend of fresh air, seasonal magic, and mid/post-hike pints to warm you up.
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🏋🏻♂️ FITNESS REQUIRED
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AVERAGE TO GOOD – capable of climbing/descending potentially steep hills & walking at a steady pace.
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🏞️ HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Hike like a rower – no boat required!
(#) Soak up sweeping Chiltern Hills vistas & the meandering River Thames
(#) Wander through vibrant woodland, wild meadows & open farmland
(#) Savour a picture-perfect countryside lunch stop
(#) Discover historic villages & character rich, rural countryside pubs along the way.
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🥪 DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch / Afternoon & walk end pub stops (Optional).
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🌎 MEETING POINT
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‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Goring & Streatley Station, no later than specified start time.
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📝 LOGISTICS
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- 9:22 – Train from PADDINGTON
- 9:53 – Connection at READING
- 10:10 – Start walk from GORING & STREATLEY
- 17:00 – Estimated finish, no guarantees!
(Linear Hike) – Finish at HENLEY-ON-THAMES Station
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🚂 TRAIN TICKET
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- 'Return to Goring & Streatley, plus a one-way extension from Henley-on-Thames to Twyford' (for return journey)
(1 Change)
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💰 COST & PAYMENT - £10
Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket
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(A) PAYPAL – @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)
Link - HIKE KIT LIST
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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'.
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