CANCELLED - Wickham and the Forest of Bere - afternoon walk

Join me for a relaxed and scenic circular walk starting from the charming village of Wickham, exploring the beautiful woodland and historic landscapes of the Forest of Bere.
This easy-going route is approximately 4 miles (6.5 km), which should take under 2 hours, making it ideal for a sociable Sunday afternoon stroll.
The walk is mostly flat with gentle gradients, following a mix of old railway paths, woodland trails, and countryside tracks. With one stile to climb over and crossing once the A34.
We begin from Wickham Car Park and head out along the former Meon Valley railway line. The route then leads into the tranquil West Walk area of the forest, one of the largest surviving sections of this historic royal hunting ground.
Along the route, we’ll pass through quiet forest tracks and cross small streams before rejoining the old railway line for a gentle return to Wickham.
The village itself is well worth exploring, with its historic square and independent shops adding to the charm of the day.

There will be a small charge of £2.00 per head per person for this walk on the day.

Meet: at 14:15 in Wickham Car Park (PO17 5JZ)
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Ready to leave at 14:30

Parking:
- Wickham Car Park (PO17 5JZ);
- Wickham Community Centre's Car Park (PO17 5AL);
- Wickham Square Car Parking (PO17 5JG)

Duration: under 2 hours.
For those who wish, there are a couple of pubs where we can go for something to drink afterwards.

Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are allowed, but must be kept on leads at all times.

Note: Please note walks maybe cancelled due to poor weather, please check before leaving.

DISCLAIMER:

By joining this group , you acknowledge and agree to the following:
🍃 All participants must be 18 or older and are fully responsible for their own safety, health, and wellbeing throughout the event. Outdoor environments do carry inherent risks, and participation is entirely voluntary and undertaken at each individual’s own discretion and risk.
🍃 The organiser, guides, or event hosts accept no liability for any injury (including personal injury or fatal accidents), illness, loss, damage, or disputes that may occur before, during, or after the event.
🍃 All event descriptions including timing, distance, pace, and attendance are approximate and may change due to weather, terrain, transport, or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Hope to see you there.