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7.87miles Coombe Hill to Cadsden loop. Brisk 8.
Saturday, 23 May⋅09:15 – 12:40
Wind the clock series. Walk 21
Walk difficulty/pace: Grade 8. 12.7Km Total ascent 393 M
Starting location.
Coombe Hill National Trust Carpark HP17 0UR
Free car park at the top of Lodge Hill
Nat Grid SP851062
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Open Loc/Plus code 9C3XP6XJ+7VM
Google Maps link:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/W3GdhudHFouUng9H9
Description
Mostly footpaths. Some steep declines and inclines.
We stop for purchase of optional refreshment at Buckmoorend Farm Shop and outdoor kitchen 3/4 of the way along. They have a portaloo.
From the car park, steeply down or less steeply zig-zag down to Ellesborough golf course. Across arable field to Ellesborough Church. Either straight over or around Beacon Hill. Past Ellesborough and Great Kimble Warrens to Pulpit Hill. Down and around Pulpit Hill to Grangelands and Riflerange Nature Reserve. Cross the road at the Plough at Lower Cadsden and take the path which becomes a holloway, past Ninn Wood and on to what on the map is called Dirtywood Farm. Turn left to Buckmoorend, stopping for refreshment at the farm shop. Ridgeway path then continue straight through Goodmer Wood, left to Fugsden Wood and to High Scrubs, Left to Low Scrubs and left again back to the carpark.
Prepare
Dress appropriately for the weather, there could be mud so if it has been wet good boots are essential, not trainers. Walking poles recommended for those who use them. Some steep hills.
Dress according to the weather, layers recommended and small rucksack for carrying.
Dogs
Well behaved dogs are welcome and will need to be on a lead in some locations.
Potential for sheep, cows or horses.
Booking
Booking not required for this walk.
Walk Leader
To be confirmed
Mobile
Grading guide:
Guide: 1-2=easy; 3-4=leisurely; 5-6=moderate; 7-8=brisk/hilly moderate; 9-10=strenuous.
(1=leisurely, wheelchair friendly, 10=such steep or slippery inclines it is only just possible to get traction and the walk will be very strenuous. Most walks will be in the 5-8 range.)
Always check calendar and refresh just before travelling to a walk in case of cancellation.
Walks start promptly so be sure to arrive in time to get your boots on.
All walks are joined at the risk of the participants and participants are responsible for their own actions and those of their dogs.
Please behave kindly and responsibly, being especially careful along roads and while crossing roads.
Grading guide:
Guide: 1-2=easy; 3-4=leisurely; 5-6=moderate; 7-8=brisk/hilly moderate; 9-10=strenuous.
(1=leisurely, wheelchair friendly, 10=such steep or slippery inclines it is only just possible to get traction and the walk will be very strenuous. Most walks will be in the 5-8 range.)
Always check calendar and refresh just before travelling to a walk in case of cancellation.
Walks start promptly so be sure to arrive in time to get your boots on.
All walks are joined at the risk of the participants and participants are responsible for their own actions and those of their dogs.
Please behave kindly and responsibly, being especially careful along roads and while crossing roads.
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