ESSEX LIFE – Shenfield to Brentwood / DAY HIKE - (Moderate)

STEADY PACED SCENIC WALK

The picturesque county of Essex! With 350 miles of coastline, beautiful country parks, sleepy traditional villages & tiny hamlets, this relaxing walk provides a scrumptious taste of this delightful county - see farm fields ablaze with colour, flourishing woodland, blooming flora & fauna, then sit back & relax in a traditional English beer garden for a refreshing beverage.

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HIKE HIGHLIGHTS
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(#) Dreamy distant views of Essex & London skyline
(#) Hike farmland rich in wild flora & fauna
(#) Explore the beautiful woodland, meadows & ponds of Thorndon Country Park
(#) Hunt for birds & butterflies in natural habitat
(#) Visit traditional, character rich, rural countryside villages & pubs.

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HIKE DETAILS
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13 miles (20.9 km) / 250m ascent / Moderate / 3 paws
LINK - Hike Gradings

FITNESS REQUIRED - Average to good, capable of climbing & descending potentially steep hills.

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TRAIL PHOTOS
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LINK - Essex Life

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MEETING POINT
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Meet at the ‘MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT’ to Shenfield Station, no later than specified start time.

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TRAVEL
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LIVERPOOL STREET STATION
Train Ticket (A) – ‘Return to Shenfield’
Train Ticket (B) – ‘Oyster or Contactless: to Shenfield / from Brentwood’

(Note): Linear walk – return journey from Brentwood Station, NOT Shenfield.

10:07 – (Train)
10:35 – (START WALK)

16:30 – (Estimated Finish, NO GUARANTEES!)

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COST & PAYMENT
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£10 – (Includes guided hike / Excludes train ticket).

To join, RSVP then either:

A) PAYPAL – to @tukitiger using the ‘Friends & Family' option

B) BANK TRANSFER

Name: JAMES WASMUTH
Sort Code #: 07 01 16
Acc #: 02162841

Payments are non-refundable & non-transferable. To sell your place, please refer to the ‘FAQ’ link below for guidelines.
LINK - FAQ

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DAY STRUCTURE
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Extended break for lunch – Hill viewpoint / Optional afternoon & walk end pub stops.

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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'.
LINK - Terms & Conditions

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