Event Date: Sun 8 July 2018
Event Time: 10:00
9 miles
A scenic walk taking the quiet Gambril Lane with views to Eastwood Park, then through the Tortworth Estate and Arboretum and along the pretty wooded valley of the Little Avon River. We will stop for tea and cake at Tortworth Church, where the Tortworth Chestnut can be seen, before the final hour or so passing the Grade II Heneage Court and lake. Field, bridle-way, woodland and lane walking, with a couple of climbs. For safety reasons, please park as far along the layby as possible. If arriving southbound, park in southbound layby opposite.
Bring a packed lunch.
Walk Leader: Philip T ( (Phone number removed) )
Meet: 10:00 at Aldi/Pizza Hut (Bradley Stoke)
Alternatively meet at 10:30 at A38 northbound layby immediately after the brown tourist “Hotel” sign, north of turning for Oldbury-on-Severn, and immediately before Eastwood Park turning (GR (Phone number removed) )
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How do I join the walk?
Unless stated on the walk page, there is no need to sign up to join a walk. You’re very welcome to try out 1 or 2 walks before you join, but we do insist that after that you join the Brunel Walking Group.
On many walks you can just turn up at the meeting point where we will share lifts to the start of the walk. It’s OK if you don’t drive – we normally have enough drivers who are able to give lifts. Some walks you will need to make your way to walk start or you can post on our facebook group to ask if you can share a lift there.
If sharing lifts passengers are expected to contribute towards petrol costs. Please bring coins or be prepared to make a bank transfer. As a guide, 30p/mile shared by everyone in the car.
How do I know what to bring? And am I fit enough?
We provide a full recommended kit list here. Please do bring water, a rainproof jacket, walking trousers (or similar) and walking shoes/boots – avoid jeans and trainers.
Walks are graded as either 1 boot, 2 boot or 3 boot. Read more about choosing the right walk for your fitness level here,
About Brunel Walking Group
Brunel Walking Group is for young(ish) people in the Bristol and Bath area who love the countryside and like to get outside on a weekend. All of our walk leaders and committee members are volunteers, dedicated to sharing our fantastic countryside with others. Read more on our FAQs page
