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Details of the walks currently planned by the Epsom and Ewell Group are shown below. When the start point is a link, clicking on it should show a map of the area from streetmap.com.

Key to abbreviations in programme:

GR - Grid reference on the Ordnance Survey "Landranger" and "Explorer" maps

SSA - Philip's Surrey Street Atlas (Hard back edition - 1996 to date)

REMINDER TO ALL LEADERS: Any footpath problems encountered should be reported to Susan (01932 868524) with Grid Reference and description of problem.

Wednesday Walkers: Members looking for longer walks might like to join Peter S. on a Wednesday. The Wednesday Walkers regularly walk 10 to 15 miles. Not only do they walk in Surrey but Kent, Sussex, Hampshire and the Chilterns. Please contact him on 01372 813741 the previous weekend if you wish to lead a walk, or on the previous two days if you wish to join the walk.

The High Weald Landscape Trail: This linear walk is 90 miles long from Horsham to Rye in seven sections of 12 to 16 miles walking at a moderately fast pace (started Saturday 10th May). We will wander through the High Weald passing through or close to Horsham, Haywards Heath, East Grinstead and Royal Tunbridge Wells. We usually walk on the first Saturday of each month, we use cars and public transport if available. Only two persons allowed per car. Non drivers are welcome to join this walk if transport allows. Any driver and anyone wishing to join one of the walks please telephone Muriel on 020 7274 2456 or Sue on 01372 720627 during the previous week, preferably before mid week, for details of meeting point and transport arrangements. Please leave details on answer-phone and we will respond to all enquiries.

Epsom & Ewell Health Walks: (In conjunction with Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, Lower Mole Countryside Management Project, Lower Mole Countryside Trust and Epsom & Ewell Ramblers). Mondays and Wednesdays at 10.00 am. and Sundays at 11.00 am. For a programme of the Epsom & Ewell Health Walks please contact “Let’s get active” Project Co-ordinator on 01372 732185 or by email at: LeisureDevelopmentsTeam@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

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Tuesday 1st July: Shere, Surrey (5.5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Shere Recreation Ground car park (GR TQ074479; SSA 133 A4) via Albury. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8330 6581; mobile on the day only 07754 001856)

Wednesday 2nd July: Newpound Common and The Arun Valley, West Sussex (11 miles; start 10:15 am)

Moderate pace figure of eight walk from Wildlife Trust car park (GR TQ023237) half way between Petworth and Wisborough Green on A272 [turn east at minor crossroads into small woodland car park]. Bring packed lunch. Possible pub. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 8619; mobile on the day only 07929 198048)

Saturday 5th July: The High Weald Landscape Trail Upper Medway - Section 3 - East Grinstead to Groombridge (13 miles)

Only two persons allowed per car. Non drivers are welcome to join this walk if transport allows. Any driver and anyone wishing to join one of the walks please telephone Muriel on 020 7274 2456 or Sue on 01372 720627 during the previous week, preferably before mid week, for details of meeting point and transport arrangements. Please leave details on answer-phone and we will respond to all enquiries.

Sunday 6th July: "Along the Wey", Bramshott, Hants (8 miles; start 10:30 am)

Round walk from vicinity of St. Mary's Church, Bramshott, (GR SU842329) off A3 via River Wey, Headley and Ludshott Common. Bring picnic lunch, possible pub. Phone leader before setting out, in case of changes. (Leader’s phone No 01372 720816; mobile on the day only 07952 060146)

Tuesday 8th July: Tillingbourne, Surrey (6 miles; start 10:30)

Moderate pace Morning walk from St. Martha’s Church car park, Guildford Lane (GR TQ 035486; SSA 131 F5) via Waterloo Pond, Albury Warren, Little London and Shere. Two hills and some stiles. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s Phone No. 020 8330 0852)

Wednesday 9th July: Pirbright, Surrey (10 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace circular walk including Brookwood Cemetery and Merrist Wood. Meet at Pirbright Green car park (Explorer No. 145 GR SU947560; SSA 87 F5) Level. Bring picnic lunch. Pub likely. (Leader’s phone No. 01483 760727; mobile on day only 07821 182181)

Saturday 12th July: Ashtead Common Interest Walk, Surrey (4.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

Jointly with Croydon Group. Moderate pace morning walk from Ashtead Station (GR TQ180590; SSA 75 E3) (Station car park charge £2 - Yellow lines OK between 10 & 5.00) via Ashtead & Epsom Commons. Mainly flat, could be muddy. Bring snack. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 275036; mobile on day only 07960 976261)

Tuesday 15th July: Friday Street and Leith Hill, Surrey (5.5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace circular walk from Friday Street free car park (GR TQ125457; SSA 155 F8) via Stephen Langton Pub, Leith Hill and Wotton Estate. 2 stiles, one short steep ascent (on return of course). Pleasant woodland walk. Pub after. Can be muddy. (Leader’s phone 01372 740988 or 07947 547191)

Saturday 19th July: Ramblers’ Stall at the Ewell Village Fair

We’ll be pleased to see members and non-members at our stall at the Ewell Village Fair, in the grounds of Ewell Castle School, Church Street, Ewell, from 10:30 a.m. till 4:30 p.m. Any members of the Group who would like to help please ring Bob on 020 8224 3128. The usual other local stands will also be there: Cakes, tombolas, books, Morris Dancers, The Mayor, Dog show, Marching bands etc. Held whatever the weather, you just get wet. Come and enjoy yourselves.

Saturday 19th July: Blackheath, Surrey (14.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderately fast pace round walk from Blackheath car park at end of Blackheath Lane (1 mile s. of Chilworth Station) past “The Villagers Inn” (GR TQ036462; SSA 131 F1) via Compton. Not suitable for sandals. Bring packed lunch. (Leaders’ phone Nos. 01372 720627 or 020 8337 1675; mobile on the day only 07979 851586)

Tuesday 22nd July: Wimbledon Common, London (5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Windmill car park, end of Windmill Road (GR TQ229724; SSA 19 B5) via Springvale Cottage, Kingston Vale, Putney Vale & Putney Heath. Mainly flat, could be muddy. Bring snack or refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 5710)

Wednesday 23rd July: Warnham to Ockley, Surrey (10.5 miles)

Linear walk. Moderate pace. Meet 9.50 am. at Ryka’s car park (GR TQ171520; SSA 115 C5) for 10.21 train from West Humble Station to Warnham (arriving 10.41) (Exp 134/146). Return to Ockley via Monks Farm, Wallis Wood, Eversheds Farm and Vann Lake. Bring packed lunch, possible pub. Return from Ockley Station 17.19 pm. Please phone leader on 020 8393 8533 a few days before to confirm timings.

Sunday 27th July: Epsom Downs, Surrey (5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Tea Hut car park, Tattenham Corner (GR TQ224583; SSA 77 A1) via Mere Pond, Walton on the Hill. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01932 868524; mobile on the day only 07988 343959)

Tuesday 29th July: Upper Gatton, Surrey (5.5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Fanny’s Farm Shop (GR TQ276545; SSA 98 F2) via Merstham, Gatton Bottom & Reeves Rest. Undulating, some stiles. Refreshments after walk at Fanny’s. [Please park at side - not in front]. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8647 2740; mobile on the day only 07815 641117)

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Saturday 2nd August: The High Weald Landscape Trail - Section 4 - Groombridge to Matfield. (14 miles)

Only two persons allowed per car. Non drivers are welcome to join this walk if transport allows. Any driver and anyone wishing to join one of the walks please telephone Muriel on 020 7274 2456 or Sue on 01372 720627 during the previous week, preferably before mid week, for details of meeting point and transport arrangements. Please leave details on answer-phone and we will respond to all enquiries. (Mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

Sunday 3rd August: Knockholt Pound, Kent (9 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Knockholt Pound (GR TQ480595), the highest village in Kent at 725ft. This walk via Cudham, Knockholt and Chevening takes in an area of outstanding beauty. Time 4.5 hours. Good 17th Century Pub or Picnic area for lunch. [Take M25 to Exit 4, the A21 to first roundabout and first exit onto A224 to first roundabout and third exit through Halstead to Knockholt Pound. Parking at back of Village Hall just past the Three Horseshoes.] (Leader’s phone No. 01737 359813; mobile on the day only 07950 402518)

Tuesday 5th August: Ewell and Nonsuch Park, Surrey (5.5 miles; start 10:15 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Ewell East Station (GR TQ225621; SSA 58 B1) via Nonsuch Park, Hogsmill River and Ewell Court. Level walk, can be muddy. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 724906)

Wednesday 6th August: Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire (10 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace circular walk to the West of Henley on Thames. Meet in car park at Henley station (Explorer 171 GR SU766822). Some hills. Bring picnic lunch, pub likely. (Leader’s phone No. 01483 760727; mobile 07821 182181)

Sunday 10th August: Hike the Hogsmill, Surrey (8 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace linear walk from Ewell, Bourne Hall car park (free parking) (GR TQ217626; SSA 57 F2; near Ewell West station) to the Thames in Kingston upon Thames. Historical information given en route. Bring picnic lunch. Return to start by bus 406 as necessary. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8224 0395; mobile on the day 07969 680489)

Wednesday 13th August: Cowden, Kent (8.5 miles; start 10:15 am)

Moderate pace linear walk from Cowden Station (Explorer maps 135 & 147 GR TQ476418) via Holtye Common, Bolebrook Castle to Ashurst Station and return by train. Undulating. Bring picnic lunch, probable pub. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 3628)

Sunday 17th August: Friday Street, Surrey (9.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Friday Street car park. (GR TQ125457; SSA 155 F8) via Coldharbour, Leith Hill Tower and Holmbury St. Mary. Some hills. Bring picnic lunch. Pub after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 728383)

Tuesday 19th August: Newlands Corner, Surrey (6 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Newlands Corner off A25 (GR TQ044492; SSA 132 A7) via St. Martha’s Church, Tilling Bourne and Chilworth. Some hills. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 728383)

Wednesday 20th August: Tunworth, Hants (10 miles; start 10:15 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Tunworth Lodge (GR SU673485 Explorer 144). Park in lane. (Share cars please). Via White Lane, Lasham Corner and Upton Grey. Hilly. Bring packed lunch, no pub. Please phone leader on 020 8393 8533 a few days before to confirm and coordinate car shares.

Sunday 24th August: Brockham Green, Surrey (3 miles; start 10:30 am)

Slow gentle pace morning walk from near Church (GR TQ197494; SSA 137 B7) via Betchworth. Flat easy walk. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8337 0141)

Tuesday 26th August: Shepperton, Surrey (4.5 miles; start 10:30)

Moderate pace morning walk from Thames Towpath off Walton Lane car park (GR TQ077659; SSA 53 B8) via foot ferry over Thames to Shepperton Lock and Chertsey Bridge. Flat, one stile. Bring snack, pub after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8786 7391; mobile on the day only 07763 333787)

Wednesday 27th August: Mountain Wood and Hatchlands, Surrey (9 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Sheepleas car park behind St. Mary's Church on South side of A246 road, West of East Horsley and just in West Horsley area (GR TQ088526; SSA 112 D6) via the Sheepleas to Mountain Wood and back to East Clandon and return through Hatchlands Park (National Trust). Bring picnic lunch, possible pub. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 812759; mobile on the day only 07852 392220)

Sunday 31st August: Reigate Heath, Surrey (10.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

(Jointly with Croydon Group) Moderate pace round walk from Flanchford Road car park, Reigate Heath (GR TQ239502; SSA 117 D1) via Betchworth and Brockham. Some hills. Bring picnic lunch. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 728383)

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LEADERS: Please prepare your walks details and telephone the Walks Secretary on 01372 720816 during September to select a date or dates for the next programme (from November 2008 to February 2009). Those who phone early get the best dates!

Tuesday 2nd September: Abinger Roughs, Surrey (6 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Abinger Roughs National Trust car park, White Down Lane (GR TQ110479; SSA 134 C4) via Abinger Common and Wotton. Undulating. Bring snack. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 728383)

Wednesday 3rd September: Windsor Great Park (10 miles; start 10:15 am)

Moderate pace. A new circular walk mainly in Windsor Great Park, including Virginia Water Lake and Obelisk Pond. Minor hills. Bring picnic lunch, possible pub. Meet in car park (Explorer 160 GR SU980688; SSA 31 A6) near the Wheatsheaf Hotel on A30 near the junction with B389. Note it is usually possible to park free in the long layby on the South side of the A30 to the east of the Wheatsheaf Hotel junction. (Leader’s phone No. 01483 760727; mobile on the day only 07821 182181)

Saturday 6th September: The High Weald Landscape Trail - Section 5 - Matfield to Cranbrook (12 miles)

Only two persons allowed per car. Non drivers are welcome to join this walk if transport allows. Any driver and anyone wishing to join one of the walks please telephone Muriel on 020 7274 2456 or Sue on 01372 720627 during the previous week, preferably before mid week, for details of meeting point and transport arrangements. Please leave details on answer-phone and we will respond to all enquiries. (Mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

NB if you require overnight accommodation for final sections in October leader MUST know by 6th September.

Sunday 7th September: Langley Vale to Cherkley Court, Surrey (6.5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Beaconsfield Road, Langley Vale (GR TQ207577; SSA 96 D8) via Stane Street and Headley. Undulating Bring snack, refreshments after walk. Please park in road near Vale School. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 274884)

Tuesday 9th September: Banstead Woods (5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Holly Lane car park (B2219), near Outwood Lane, Chipstead (GR TQ273583; SSA 78 E1) [near Chipstead Station] Undulating. Refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01737 558160; mobile on the day only 07754 718418)

Wednesday 10th September: Southwater, West Sussex (10.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace. Meet at Ryka’s car park 9.15 am (GR 171520 Exp 146; SSA 115 C5) for car share to Visitor Centre (GR TQ161259 Explorer 134) or meet there 10.00 am. Via Nuthurst, Crabtree & Downs Link. Bring packed lunch, possible pub. [Approach Southwater Visitors Centre from South via roundabout on A24.] (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 8533)

Thursday 11th September: Hindhead, Surrey (9 miles; start 10:00 am)

(Jointly with Mole Valley Group) Moderately fast pace round walk from National Trust car park at Hindhead (GR SU890357; SSA 189 A4) to review progress on the A3 Tunnel and Thursley Common renewal after 2006 fire. Some hills. Bring picnic lunch. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 722192; mobile on the day only 07860 742472)

Sunday 14th September: Horton Country Park Walk and Barbecue (4.5 miles at 10:30 am; 2 miles at 11:00 am)

Morning walks of different lengths from 10.30 am. (4.5 miles) and 11.00 am. (2 miles) followed by family barbecue at Horton Country Park (GR TQ190617; SSA 76 A8). Cost £2.00 per person. For catering purposes please inform Leslie on 01372 720816 if you are coming and whether you can help. Please bring your own drink.

Tuesday 16th September: Ranmore Common, Surrey (7 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Denbies National Trust car park (GR 141503; SSA 114 C1) via North Downs Way and Polesden Lacey. Mainly flat, one climb. Bring snack. Bring National Trust card or pay parking. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 728383)

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Sunday 21st September: West Humble to Polesden Lacey, Surrey (8 miles; 10:30 am)

Moderate pace. Meet at Westhumble Station [SR train 10.17 from Epsom arrives 10.29; SWT from Worcester Park etc. arrives at Epsom 10.06 to connect] via North Downs Way, Yewtree Farm, Polesden Lacey, Bagden Farm. Easy hills. Refreshments at Polesden Lacey (Bring National Trust card). (Leader’s phone No. 020 7274 2456; mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

Tuesday 23rd September: Ripley, Surrey (4 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from 2nd car park near Cricket ground, Ripley [turn right off High St. opposite Wylie & Mar furnishers, before pedestrian crossing] (GR TQ052571; SSA 91 C7) via Wey Navigation & Papercourt Lake. Flat, could be muddy. Bring snack. Refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8877 3825; mobile on the day only 07985 965921)

Wednesday 24th September: Bignor Hill and Stane Street, West Sussex (8 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from National Trust car park on Bignor Hill (SW of Bignor Village at GR SU975129 Explorer 121). Few ups and downs, 1 steep climb. No pub, bring packed lunch. Start 10.00am or meet 9.00am at Ryka’s car park on A24 (GR TQ170520; SSA 115 C5) to share cars. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 8619; mobile on the day only 07929 198048)

Sunday 28th September Chessington/Claygate, Surrey (8 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Horton Country Park car park (GR TQ190615; SSA 57 A1) via Green Lane, Winey Hill, Claygate Common, Great Oaks, Crown Estate (Prince's Coverts/Jessop's Well) & Epsom Common. One short uphill. Bring picnic lunch. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8224 0395; mobile on the day only 07969 680489)

Tuesday 30th September: Horton Country Park (6.5 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Horton Country Park car park (GR TQ190615; SSA 57 A1) via Horton Golf Club, Ewell Court pond, Hogsmill and Bonesgate Rivers. Mainly flat Bring snack, possible pub. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 720816; mobile on the day only 07952 060146)

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Saturday 4th Ocotober: The High Weald Landscape Trail Section 6 - Cranbrook to Small Hythe (15 miles)

Sunday 5th October: The High Weald Landscape Trail Section 7 Small Hythe to Rye (9 miles)

Only two persons allowed per car. Non drivers are welcome to join this walk if transport allows. Any driver and anyone wishing to join one of the walks please telephone Muriel on 020 7274 2456 or Sue on 01372 720627 during the previous week, preferably before mid week, for details of meeting point and transport arrangements. Please leave details on answer-phone and we will respond to all enquiries. (Mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

NB Overnight accommodation will be arranged if required. Please confirm requirements to leader by Saturday 6th September.

Sunday 5th October: Downs Link and Wonersh, Surrey (5.5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Blackheath car park at end of Blackheath Lane past “The Villagers Inn”. (GR TQ036462; SSA 131 F1) one mile south of Chilworth Station via Great Tangley Manor, Bramley and Lynes Farm. One steep hill. Could be muddy. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 740988; mobile on the day only 07947 547191)

Tuesday 7th October: Hogsmill Trail - Ewell to Kingston (7.25 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace linear walk via public transport. Meet West Ewell Station 10.30 am. Level with some pavements. Bring picnic. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8647 2740; mobile on the day only 07815 641117)

Sunday 12th October: Cranleigh, Surrey (8 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk in countryside around Cranleigh, from Leisure Centre car park, Village Way, off the High Street. (GR TQ059389; SSA 174 D2). Fairly flat, could be muddy. Bring picnic lunch. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8949 3471; mobile on the day only 07722 049587)

Tuesday 14th October: Peaslake, Surrey (6 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from car park in Walking Bottom, past Church (GR TQ083445; SSA 154 C5) via Holmbury Hill. Hilly, could be muddy. Bring snack, refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01306 881909)

Wednesday 15th October: East Grinstead, Surrey (10 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Water Tower (paying) car park, Church Lane (off College Lane B2110) (GR TQ397380; SSA 185 F1) via Forest Row, Vanguard Way and Sussex Border Path. Bring packed lunch, no pub. Try and share transport. Please confirm details with leader on 01372 813741 a few days before in case of changes.

Sunday 19th October: Chessington Countryside Walk, Surrey (5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Horton Country Park car park (GR TQ190617; SSA 76 A8) via Epsom & Ashtead Commons, Winey Hill, Chessington and Horton Country Park. Mainly flat, some hills. Bring snack. (Leader’s phone No. 01932 868524; mobile on the day only 07988 343959)

Tuesday 21st October: Dorking to Brockham, Surrey (5 miles; start 10:45 am)

Moderate pace. Meet Dorking Station [10.28 SWT from Epsom arrives 10.40, SR from Sutton arrives Epsom 10.09 to connect] via Pixham, North Downs Way and Brockham. One gradual uphill and one down. Refreshments at Brockham. (Leader’s phone No. 020 7274 2456; mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

Wednesday 22nd October: Having a Ball - Hydon’s Ball, Surrey (dress optional) (8 miles; start 10:30 am)

NB Change of Start Point! (due to expensive parking at Milton Station)

Moderate pace round walk from Hydon's Ball Car Park off Salt Lane (GR SU979401; SSA 171 F5). Terrain level with short ascent of Hydon's Ball. 6 stiles. This walk takes in the view from the top of Hydon's Ball then descends to the delightful village of Hambledon on this rural treat. Refreshments, pub or picnic. (Leader’s phone No. 01737 359813; mobile on the day only 07950 402518)

Sunday 26th October: Oxshott Heath, Surrey (5 miles; start 10:30 am) NB Clocks Change!

Moderate pace morning walk from car park in Sandy Lane off Warren Lane (GR TQ139616; SSA 74 B8) via Esher Common, Black Pond and Fairmile Park. Mainly flat. Could be muddy. Bring snack. Refreshments after walk. (Leader’s phone No. 01372 720816; mobile on the day only 07952 060146)

Tuesday 28th October: Mills and Hills, Surrey/Hampshire (9 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace round walk from Frensham Great Pond car park off A287 (GR SU848405 Explorer 145; SSA 167 D6) via Barford Mill, Churt Golf Course, The Devil’s Jumps, and Churt Common. Some steep hills. Bring packed lunch. (Leader’s phone No. 02392 412321)

Wednesday 29th October: St. Martha’s near Albury, Surrey (10 miles; start 10:00 am)

Moderate pace round walk from St. Martha’s car park off Guildford Lane (GR TQ035484 Exp 145; SSA 131 F5) via Shalford, River Wey, Chinthurst and Blackheath. Hilly. Bring packed lunch, possible pub. (Leader’s phone No. 020 8393 8533)

Saturday 1st November: 'The Box Hill bone breaker', Surrey (11 miles; start 09:30)

Moderately fast pace. Meet at West Humble Station [SR from Epsom departs 09.09 arriving 09.21, SWT to Epsom arrives 08.57 to connect] via Box Hill, Headley and Mickleham. This is a strenuous, hilly walk. Start 09.30 am. NB sunset is 16.30. (Leader’s phone No. 020 7274 2456; mobile on the day only 07753 323237)

Sunday 2nd November: Ockham Common and Wisley, Surrey (5 miles; start 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from Boldermere car park near kiosk, Old Lane (GR TQ078585; SSA 72 B2) via Wisley Airfield, Wisley Common, and Semaphore Tower. Can be very boggy after rain. Some steep steps. Refreshments 1/2 way, just outside Wisley Gardens or after walk. Start 10.30 am. [Driving towards Guildford, leave the A3 before the M25 onto the roundabout and then take 2nd exit back up to the A3 - look for cafe on left and turn into Old Lane.] (Leader’s phone No. 01372 451164; mobile on the day only 07752 059137)

Tuesday 4th November: Ripley, Surrey (5 miles; 10:30 am)

Moderate pace morning walk from car park near childrens’ play ground, Ripley [turn right off High St. opposite Wylie & Mar furnishers, before pedestrian crossing] (GR TQ052571; SSA 91 C7) via Wey Navigation, Pyrford Lock and Ockham Mill. Flat, could be muddy. Bring snack. (Leader’s phone No. 01737 354335)

Wednesday 5th November: Blackheath to Waterloo (10 miles; meet 10:30)

Moderate pace walk across Blackheath, through Greenwich Park, under the river, through Canary Wharf, along the north side Thames path and across the Millenium Bridge. Meet at Platform 12 at Waterloo at 10.30 to catch the 10.50 train from Waterloo East to Blackheath [Arr 11.07]. Paved surface throughout. No hills. Food and drink available on the way. Buy travel card from your local station. (Leader’s phone No. 01483 760727; mobile on the day only 07821 182181)

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