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We are sorry to hear that Anastasia (Stacey) Gallagher has lost her battle with Parkinson’s disease. Stacey, who walked with the group for nearly twenty years died in January 2007.A wonderful, friendly person who always had time for others. | |
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Evening meetings - now on Thursdays - see programme for more details but remember start time is 7.45pm now! | |
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Please note: September 25 - 29 A long weekend of walking based at Corsham near Chippenham, Wiltshire. Some places still available. Information on front of programme. | |
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Please note: Sunday October 19 Joint walk with the London Blind Walking Club. Details will be given in the next programme but we need your help, so please put the date in your diary to come and help guide members and meet old friends | |
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Leaders Telephone numbers are only available on the printed programme sent out to all West London Group members and to secondary members. Please email the Secretary if you have any query about one of the walks and he will do his best to answer it. Please allow at least three days notice - if possible. We are all volunteers and may not check emails every day especially if away on holiday! |
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TRAIN TIMES. Please check all train times before travelling as engineering works can lead to either delays in train arrivals or their replacement by buses. If concerned email the Secretary. Leaders will always try and be at the start of the walk on time. | |
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Saturday May 24 Sunningdale circular. 10 miles. Easy pace. Windsor Royal Parks and blossom time in Savill Gardens (picnic or restaurant for lunch). No hills but woods and lakes. Depart Waterloo 9.20, arrive Sunningdale 10.07. Map Explorer 150 Book CDR to Sunningdale Leader:John Kirkbride |
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Sunday May 25 Huntingdon circular. 12 miles. Lunch at St Ives (pub, café or picnic). Depart Kings Cross 9.22, arrive Huntingdon 10.20. Map 153 Book CDR to Huntingdon Leader:Steve Walker |
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Saturday May 31 Iver circular, 4 miles or 9 miles. Meet at station 10.45. Depart Paddington 10.15, Ealing Broadway 10.22, arrive Iver 10.39. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235 Map Explorer 160/172 Book CDR to Iver Leader:Tom Berry |
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Sunday June 1 Putney circular. 12 miles with fine views and plenty of opportunities to shorten the walk.. North Bank of the Thames in the morning, south bank in the afternoon. Lunch at Strand-on-the-Green. Meet Putney Bridge Station (District Line) at 10.00. Map 176 Book Travelcard Zones 1 & 2 Leader:Heather McCauley |
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Saturday June 7 Linear St Margarets (Herts) to Ware via Wareside (lunch at The Chequers). 10 miles. Depart Liverpool Street 9.42, arrive St Margarets 10.21. Map 194 Book CDR to Ware Leader: Tom Towler |
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Sunday June 8 Sevenoaks circular. 10 miles. Undulating pm. Out through Knole Park to Stone Street for lunch at the Padwell Arms. Return via Igtham Mote, the Greensands Way, Rooks Hill and One Tree Hill. Possible tea at Knole House. Depart Charing Cross 9.40, Waterloo East 9.43, London Bridge 9.48, Orpington 10.05, arrive Sevenoaks 10.14. Map 147 Book CDR to Sevenoaks Leader: Ken Royce |
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Saturday June 14 Hertfordshire circular from St Margarets. 7 to 8 miles. Leisurely pace through unspoilt countryside. Morning route via Stansted Abbots, Easeneye to Wareside. Lunch at The White Horse. Afternoon via Morley Hall, Waters Place Farm and the River Lea. Depart Liverpool Street 10.12, arrive St Margarets 10.50 Map Explorer Book CDR St Margarets Leader: Muriel Walker |
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Sunday June 15 Eastbourne circular including the Seven Sisters. 17 miles with bus options at 9 and 12 miles. Early lunch at Birling Gap and maybe snack at Seven Sisters Country Park. Depart Victoria 8.47, Clapham Junction 8.53, Haywards Heath 9.41, arrive Eastbourne 10.24. Map 199 Book CDR to Eastbourne Leader: Roger Wilson |
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Saturday June 21 Linear Chorleywood to Watford. 11 miles. Depart Marylebone 9.57, arrive Chorleywood 10.24. Map 176 Book Travelcard Leader: Martin Harris |
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Sunday June 22 Gerrards Cross circular. 8 miles. Lovely late spring walk in the Bucks countryside. Lunch at a lovely pub in Hegderley village. Depart: London Marylebone 9.54 South Ruislip 10.12, arrive Gerrards Cross 10.24. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235. Map Explorer 172 Book CDR to Gerrards Cross Leader:Tom Berry |
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Saturday June 28 No West London Group walk. No volunteer leader for this date. If you would like to join our friendly bunch of walks leaders please contact the Secretary by email. For a selection of walks on today go to www.ramblers.org.uk and look for Walkfinders. Map Book Leader: |
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Sunday June 29 Linear Clandon to West Humble. About 13 miles with some hills. Via Clandon Downs to the North Downs Way, through Shere to Sutton Abinger (pub lunch at The Volunteer). Continue via Deer Leap Wood, Coombe Farm, North Downs Way to Ranmore Common (tea at the Church). Depart Waterloo 8.57, Clapham Junction 9.05, change at Surbiton to depart for Clandon 9.32, arriving at 9.58. Map Explorer 145/6 Book CDR to Clandon Leader: Howard Densley |
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PLEASE NOTE: RAIL AND UNDERGROUND changes to timetables . National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50 or for Transport for London 020 7222 1234 or go to tfl.gov.uk/journeyplanner Please check all train times and fares before travelling. And, offers of walks please for the next programme wanted by Neil Marsland our genial Rambles Organiser. To get the best dates get in early! Contact Neil on 020 8579 3678. | |
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Saturday July 5 Goring circular. 14˝ miles. Steady pace with some slopes in the morning. Pub lunch at The King William, Hailey. Return along the Thames. Depart Paddington 9.00, Ealing Broadway 9.07, arrive Goring & Streatley 10.06. Map Explorer 171 Book CDR to Goring & Streatley Leader: Richard Bacher |
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Sunday July 6 Henley circular. 12 miles. Undulating pm. Through Henley Park to Middle Assenden for early lunch at The Rainbow Inn. On via Great Wood, Hambledon (possible tea at the church) and back along the river. Depart Paddington 9.44, Ealing Broadway 9.51, change Twyford to arrive Henley 10.50. Map Explorer 171 Book CDR to Henley Leader: Ken Royce |
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Wednesday July 9 Circular west of Guildford. About 9 miles. Lunch (pub, café, picnic) at Compton. Chance to visit Watts Gallery and Chapel.Depart Waterloo 10.15, Clapham Junction 10.22, arrive Guildford 10.50. Map Explorer 145 Book CDR to Guildford Leader: Margaret Lydamore |
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Saturday July 12 Saunderton circular. 10 miles. Scenic Chilterns country on the Oxfordshire border. Some hills but easy pace via Lodge Hill, Bledlow, Radnage Church. Lunch at character pub in unspoilt English village.Depart Marylebone 10.18, arrive Saunderton 10.54 or South Ruislip 10.18, change High Wycombe. Map Chilterns Explorer Book CDR to Saunderton Leader: Alan Ross |
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Sunday July 13 Linear Liphook to Haslemere. About 14 miles with some hills, via Sussex Border Path and Kingsley Copse to Fernhurst. Pub lunch at the Red Lion, continuing via Black Down, Furnace Moor and Holdfast. Depart Waterloo 9.00, Clapham Junction 9.09, arrive Liphook 10.15. Map 133 Book CDR to Liphook Leader: Howard Densley |
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Saturday July 19 Henley circular. 12˝ miles via Remenham Hill, Aston and Mill End to Hambledon (lunch). Return via Lower Wood End Farm, Greenlands and riverside. Depart Paddington 8.48, Ealing Broadway 8.55, change at Twyford to arrive Henley 9.54 Map Explorer 171 Book to Henley Leader: Sue Aldridge |
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Sunday July 20 Balcombe Circular. 10 miles via Ardingly Reservoir. Lunch (pub/picnic) at Ardingly Depart Victoria 9.32 or London Bridge 8.54, Clapham Junction 9.38, arrive Balcombe 10.35. Map 175 Book CDR Balcombe Leader: Dennis West |
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Thursday July 24 Linear Shepperton to Kingston. 9 miles. Lunch at The Weir, Walton-on-Thames, tea at Hampton Court. Depart Waterloo 10.42, Clapham Junction 10.51, Wimbledon 10.58, arrive Shepperton 11.33 Map 176 Book CDR to Shepperton Leader: Bert Neale |
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Saturday July 26 Gerrards Cross circular. 9˝ miles. Undulating. Lunch at The Dumbbell, Horn Hill. Afternoon mostly down hill, with secluded views of rolling hills, to the Marish. Depart Marylebone 10.24, West Ruislip 10.44 arrive Gerrards Cross 10.54. Map 176 Book CDR to Gerrards Cross Leader: Clive Sacks |
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Sunday July 27 Oxted circular via Chartwell. 13 miles. Easy pace. Some hills. Greensands Way, woods and views. Lunch - picnic or National Trust restaurant at Chartwell (home of Winston Churchill). Tea in Oxted. Depart Victoria 9.22, Clapham Junction 9.28, arrive Oxted 10.03. Map Explorer 147 Book CDR to Oxted Leader: John Kirkbride |
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Thursday July 31 Evening circular walk by pond and canal including pub. Meet Boston Manor Station(Piccadilly Line) at 7pm. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235. Map A to Z Book Travelcard Leader: Tom Berry |
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October Walks PLEASE LET NEIL MARSLAND (Tel No 020 8579 3678) HAVE YOUR WALKS FOR THE NEXT PROGRAMME WITH FULL DETAILS OF THE WALKS INCLUDING TRAIN TIMES AND REFERENCE MAPS |
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Saturday August 2 Linear Erith to Albany Park, part of the London Loop. 10 miles. Mostly flat. Lunch around Crayford, tea stop at Hall Place. Depart Cannon Street 9.30, London Bridge 9.34, arrive Erith 10.06. Map Explorer Book travelcard Leader: David Bays |
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Sunday August 3 Linear Rye to Hastings. 13 miles. Early lunch at The New Inn, Winchelsea. Royal Military Canal and cliff scenery, past Fairlight Cove to Fairlight Village (possible tea). Then descend into Fairlight and Ecclesbourne Glens (very hilly section with many steps, but flatter alternative of Barley Lane available). Depart Charing Cross 8.54, Waterloo East 8.57, change at Ashford International for 10.21 to Rye, arriving 10.44. Map Explorer 124/5 Book CDR to Rye Leader: Ken Royce |
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Saturday August 9 Linear Marlow to Henley. 8 – 9 miles. Mostly riverside with one small hill in afternoon. Pub lunch at The Rising Sun, Hurley (sandwiches only). Depart Paddington 9.45, Ealing Broadway 9.52, change Maidenhead for 10.33 to Marlow, arriving 10.56. Map 175 Book CDR Henley Leader: Richard Bacher |
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Sunday August 10 Wendover Circular. 12 to 13 miles. Lunch at Wigginton. Depart Marylebone 9.27 to arrive Wendover 10.15. Map 165 Book CDR to Wendover Leader: Peter Simon |
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Saturday August 16 Linear Broxbourne to Theobalds Grove. 8 miles via River Lea, Clayton Hill, Nazeing for pub lunch at Coach and Horses (food available). On to Fishers Green (tea stop, if wanted), Hook Marsh, Bowyers Water. Some hills, slow to moderate pace. Depart Liverpool Street 10.28, arrive 10.52. Meet outside Hendon Central tube station (Northern line) at 11.30. Map 166 Book CDR Broxbourne Leader: Dave Clark |
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Sunday August 17 Tring circular via Albury and Ivinghoe (lunch at The Rose & Crown). 10 miles. Depart Euston 9.43, Harrow and Wealdstone 9.55, arrive Tring 10.19. Map 165 Book CDR to Tring Leader: Mike henry |
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Thursday August 21 Short, four mile circular walk including café. Meet Southall Station at 10.30am. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235. Map Book Travelcard Leader: Tom Berry |
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Saturday August 23 Tring circular via Ivinghoe. 12 - 13 miles. Lunch at The Rose & Crown, Ivinghoe. Depart Euston 9.34, Harrow and Wealdstone 9.46, arrive Tring 10.18. Map 165 Book CDR to Tring Leader: Liz Binney |
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Sunday August 24 Bishopstone Circular. Leisurely short walk from Seaford. Slow ascent of Seaford Head and return to Bishopstone for tea. Depart Victoria 9.47, change at Lewes to arrive at 11.18. Map 198/199 Book CDR to Bishopstone Leader: Elizabeth Jackson |
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Saturday August 30 A leisurely stroll through West London parks with lunch at Pitshanger Village. Meet Ealing Common Station at 10.30am Map A to Z Book Travelcard Leader: Graham Sawyer |
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Sunday August 31 Amberley circular. About 12 miles. Lunch at The White Horse, Sutton. Hilly after lunch as we ascend Barlavington, Hanger and later join the South Downs Way. Depart Victoria 9.04, Clapham Junction 9.10, arrive 10.27. Map Explorer 121 Book CDR to Amberley Leader: Ken Royce |
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Please note: there is increasing difficulty with train travel at weekends, largely due to engineering works.Please check all train times and if you encounter a problem due to engineering work please allow extra time/leave earlier to ensure you get to the start of the walk on time. The leader will only wait for the train due in at or near the time the walk starts!!!
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Thursday September 4 Linear Wivelsfield to Lewes. 11 miles over Ditchling Common to The White Horse, Ditchling, for lunch. Hillier afternoon via Westmeston, Streat Hill and the Downs. Joint with Richmond Group. Map 122 Book CDR to Lewis Leader: Ken Royce |
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Thursday September 4 Short, three mile circular walk around Gunnersbury Park, museum, and tree trail including café. Meet Acton Town Station at 10.30am. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235. Map A to Z Book Travelcard Leader: Tom Berry |
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Saturday September 6 Linear Newport, Essex to Elsenham. 15 miles via Thaxted (lunch at The Star). Depart Liverpool Street 8.58, arrive 9.58. Map Explorer 195 Book CDR to Newport (in Essex!) Leader: Tom Towler |
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Sunday September 7 Marlow circular. 12 miles. Via Marlow Common, Homefield Wood and Heath Wood to Hambledon for lunch. Return via Rotten Row and Hog Wood. Some hills. Depart Paddington 8.44, Ealing Broadway 8.51, change at Maidenhead to depart at 9.35 for Marlow, arriving at 9.56. Map 175 Book CDR to Marlow Leader: Roger Wilson |
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Saturday September 13 Hever circular. 12 miles, via Cowden, Sussex Border Path, Smarts Hill for pub/picnic lunch; return via Wellers Town and Eden Vale. Undulating. Depart Victoria 10.02. Clapham Junction 10.08, change at East Croydon to depart for Hever at 10.23, arriving 10.49. Map 188 Book CDR to Hever Leader: Jim Cropton |
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Sunday September 14 Guildford circular. 10 -11 miles. Pub lunch at William IV, Little London (food available). Depart Waterloo 9.30, Clapham Junction 9.39, Woking 10.04, arrive 10.12. Map Explorer 186/7 Book CDR to Guildford Leader: Bert Neale |
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Wednesday September 17 Circular south-west of Amersham. About 10 miles via Coleshill and Winchmore Hill. Lunch (pub or picnic) at Penn. Depart Marylebone 10.27, Harrow-on-the Hill 10.39, arrive Amersham 11.02 Map Explorer 172 Book CDR Amersham Leader: Margaret Lydamore |
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Saturday September 20 Broxbourne circular. 8˝ miles via Lea Navigation, Mead Gate, Nazeing, Roydon Hamlet (lunch at The Green Man - food available), Three Forest Way, River Stort Navigation, Dobbs Weir (tea stop – café), New River Path. Slow to moderate pace with one small hill.Depart Liverpool Street 9.58, arrive 10.22. Map 166/7 Book CDR to Broxbourne Leader: Dave Clark |
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Sunday September 21 No West London Group walk. Try Ramblers' website www.ramblers.org.uk and look up 'Walkfinders' for a list of walks by RA Groups by date and area. Map Book Leader: |
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Saturday September 27 Chalfont & Latimer circular. 10 miles around the scenic parts of the Chess Valley with lunch at Sarratt.Depart Marylebone 9.27, Harrow-on-the-Hill 9.39, arrive Chalfont & Latimer 9.58 Map Explorer 172 Book Travelcard Leader: Sue Aldridge |
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Sunday September 28 Ruislip circular. 8 miles. Historic centre of old Ruislip, woodland trails and paths to Harefield. Shorter walk possible with bus back. Meet Ruislip (Metropolitan Line) at 10.30am. Mobile on day only: 0771 919 3235. Map Explorer 172 BookTravelcard Leader: Tom Berry |