We're still working towards our ascent of Pen Y Fan but the date keeps slipping! However we have a date now for the next walk - May 29th. This time we'll be heading off south towards Wotton or Old Sodbury to do a circular walk with a starting point on the Cotswold Way- so either
10: Wotton-under-Edge
As rich farmland gives way to woodland tracks and rolling parkland, this enchanting walk leads you from scarp top to valley bottom, back into one of the Cotswold’s most charming and thriving small towns. With spectacular views, intriguing shops and historic architecture, all tastes will find something wonderful in this special little corner of the Cotswolds.
Distance: 5 miles (6½ with detour to Newark Park)
Duration: 3 - 4 hours (4 - 5 hours with detour)
Difficulty: Moderate – Stiles and steep sections.
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11. Old Sodbury - The Hill Fort and Church
From the delightful village of Old Sodbury, follow the Cotswold Way up to the serenity of a medieval church, around oak-fringed farmland and along shaded paths to the breath-taking outcrop of an iron-age hillfort. Views, history, peace and rest all combine to make this simple little stroll a wonderful taster of the southern Cotswolds.
Distance: 2½ miles
Duration: 1½ - 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy to moderate – no stiles, steepish slopes.
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We'll have a discussion closer to the date when we know better what sort of weather we'll be up against and also checked out the quality of the local pubs.
A DIARY OF THE WALKS
Jane, Nicky, Lorna and Heather plus guests
Saturday, 8 May 2010
Wednesday, 28 April 2010
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No walks planned at the moment. Lorna has a bad back and the rest of us are too busy/tired/hayfevery to arrange anything.
We still intend scaling the heights of Pen Y Fan but not sure when. Now to go and nag the others about adding to the blog.
We still intend scaling the heights of Pen Y Fan but not sure when. Now to go and nag the others about adding to the blog.
Monday, 19 April 2010
The Sculpture Trail Forest of Dean
Welcome to the Forest of Dean a genuinely magical place, where you can really get away from it all and enjoy yourself. The Forest of Dean, the 'Queen of Forests', has something for everyone - unique and fascinating heritage, spectacular and varied landscapes, plus warm and friendly hospitality.
This special area became the country's first National Forest Park in 1938 and is England's largest oak forest. Tucked between the rivers Wye, Leadon and Severn in western Gloucestershire, it has always been a place apart, living life in its own way.
This special area became the country's first National Forest Park in 1938 and is England's largest oak forest. Tucked between the rivers Wye, Leadon and Severn in western Gloucestershire, it has always been a place apart, living life in its own way.
In 1984 sculptors were invited to visit the Forest to create inspirational works of art. The result? a three and a half mile sculpture trail through majestic oaks and pines which was opened in 1986. The latest sculpture 'Echo' by Annie Cattell was launched in 2009. The sculpture is cast from 310 million year old rocks - touch it and discover the detail with your fingertips.
Friday, 2 April 2010
Next Walk- April 10th Malverns
The Malverns and Malvern Hills in Worcestershire
The Malvern Hills are officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are a famous beauty spot, with scenic views over both English Counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Hills run north/south for about 13km and overlook the River Severn valley to the East, with the Cotswolds beyond. The highest point of the Hills is the Worcestershire Beacon at 425 metres. The hills are famous for their natural mineral springs & wells, and were resposible for the devopment of Great Malvern as a spa in the early 19th century .
There are two passes through the hills, the Wyche cutting ( Wyche means salt) and the A449 road just north of Herfordshire beacon. The Herefordshire beacon is also known as the British Camp, as the remains of an iron age hill fort can be found at the summit.
The are six places with the Malvern name, Great Malvern, Little Malvern, West Malvern, Malvern Link, North Malvern and Malvern Wells.The Malverns and Malvern Hills in Worcestershire
The Malvern Hills are officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are a famous beauty spot, with scenic views over both English Counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Hills run north/south for about 13km and overlook the River Severn valley to the East, with the Cotswolds beyond. The highest point of the Hills is the Worcestershire Beacon at 425 metres. The hills are famous for their natural mineral springs & wells, and were resposible for the devopment of Great Malvern as a spa in the early 19th century .
There are two passes through the hills, the Wyche cutting ( Wyche means salt) and the A449 road just north of Herfordshire beacon. The Herefordshire beacon is also known as the British Camp, as the remains of an iron age hill fort can be found at the summit.
The are six places with the Malvern name, Great Malvern, Little Malvern, West Malvern, Malvern Link, North Malvern and Malvern Wells.
The Malvern Hills are officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are a famous beauty spot, with scenic views over both English Counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Hills run north/south for about 13km and overlook the River Severn valley to the East, with the Cotswolds beyond. The highest point of the Hills is the Worcestershire Beacon at 425 metres. The hills are famous for their natural mineral springs & wells, and were resposible for the devopment of Great Malvern as a spa in the early 19th century .
There are two passes through the hills, the Wyche cutting ( Wyche means salt) and the A449 road just north of Herfordshire beacon. The Herefordshire beacon is also known as the British Camp, as the remains of an iron age hill fort can be found at the summit.
The are six places with the Malvern name, Great Malvern, Little Malvern, West Malvern, Malvern Link, North Malvern and Malvern Wells.The Malverns and Malvern Hills in Worcestershire
The Malvern Hills are officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are a famous beauty spot, with scenic views over both English Counties of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Hills run north/south for about 13km and overlook the River Severn valley to the East, with the Cotswolds beyond. The highest point of the Hills is the Worcestershire Beacon at 425 metres. The hills are famous for their natural mineral springs & wells, and were resposible for the devopment of Great Malvern as a spa in the early 19th century .
There are two passes through the hills, the Wyche cutting ( Wyche means salt) and the A449 road just north of Herfordshire beacon. The Herefordshire beacon is also known as the British Camp, as the remains of an iron age hill fort can be found at the summit.
The are six places with the Malvern name, Great Malvern, Little Malvern, West Malvern, Malvern Link, North Malvern and Malvern Wells.
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