10:35 2 Boot 8.5 ish miler Pensford to Chew Valley and back again (Joint Walk)

Event Date: Sun 29 September 2024
Event Time: 9:49

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This is an 8.5 ish miler starting at Pensford Post Office at 10:35 am on Sunday 29th September. Bring a packed lunch.
if you are travelling by bus, the 376 leaves Templemeads at 09:49 and Arrives in Pensford at 10:29. There is then a 20 metre walk to the post office.
If you are travelling by car, you may want to Park in Pensford Village Hall Car Park, You will need to make a donation for parking via QR code on the door of the village hall. Suggested donation is £2-£3.
The walk will be fairly easy for the first bit towards Stanton Drew where we will stop for a coffee break by the stones. The routes from Stanton to Chew Valley lake will involve some hilly and or uneven terrain, possible muddy patches depending on the weather, and I would advise long trousers due to some brambly areas. Also sticks might be useful. Views towards the lake are lovely and its a really nice walk. We will stop for lunch at the picnic area in Chew Valley. After this we will head back to Stanton Drew via a different route near Chew Magna then onto Stanton Drew to repeat the route at the start of the walk from a different angle.
There may be some fields with cows, therefore you may want to bring a walking stick if this bothers you and remember to walk calmly and quietly at these times.

Bring packed lunch. Pub to finish.

Group: Joint
Walk Leader: Rachael

Walk Grade: 2 Boot
Walk Length: 8.5 (4-5 hours)

Date: Sun 29 Sep 2024
Meet: 9:49 at Temple Meads bus stop

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.

Alternative meeting point: 10:35 at Pensford Post Office Shop

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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. 

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