Birdsong and wildflowers of spring in the Chilterns. (3301)
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Start dateMay 21 2023 -
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Time10:00 am -
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LocationRG8 7DY -
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PriceFREE
This is a longish walk through a range of landscapes with interesting birds and wildflowers as well as some lovely views.
From Pangbourne station we walk along the Thames upstream before heading up into the Chilterns at Hartslock near Goring. There we’ll look at the incredible wildflower grassland on this tiny reserve. We then head east to Path Hill farm where we’ll stop for lunch. At the lunch stop we’ll light our own fire and brew a hot drink, learning how to catch a spark and make a flame. We’ll provide the drinks and sparks but bring your own food.
We’ll then head back down towards the river Thames via Mapledurham and into Reading, ending at Reading station.
Additional information
It’s all good underfoot but possibly slippery and muddy if the weather has been wet.
Adrian Lawson.
Meet outside Pangbourne station. Best to arrive by train.
10 Miles
Long walks (7 or more miles)
6 hours
Fairly easy (some gentle inclines, steps/stiles)
Leisurely
20
Yes
Yes (Older youngsters especially welcome but please bring a parent or guardian.
It’s a long day out and difficult to cut short, so bring lots to eat and drink.)
Yes (By train to Pangbourne station. We won’t return to the station in the walk, so best not to drive there.)