Event Date: Sun 4 June 2017
18 miles
Join me for part or
all of the epic Wiltshire White Horse Trail walking challenge!
The White Horse Trail Wiltshire is a 90 mile walk taking in all eight
existing white horses cut into the county’s chalk hillsides.
I have split the walk into 7 circular routes (15-20miles each). This
is a great opportunity for both 3-booters and strong 2-booters to test
out their long distance stride without climbing any mountains. The
routes are all on established paths with no more than 500m of ascent
per walk. If anyone completes all 7 walks with me I will try to source
us some sort of commemorative souvenir to mark the achievement!
Starting from the Pewsey Downs car park we will follow the Tan Hill
Way to join up with the White Horse Trail halfway between Marlborough
and Pewsey. Now following the official trail we pass through Pewsey to
reach its new White Horse (1937). The trail then returns north where
shortly before reaching the car park we will visit the Alton Barnes
White Horse (1812).
Approximately 450m ascent.
Walk leader: Jo C ( (Phone number removed) )
Being packed lunch: Yes
Post walk beverage: None
Car share meeting point: St Mary Redcliffe car park at 8:00 am
Alternative meeting point:Pewsey Downs
car park at 9:00 am. Map URL: SU
116 638.
Please contact walk leader if going directly to alternative meeting point.
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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
