POSTPONED: Cholsey and Aston Tirrold, 6.5 miles, easy

Calendar

When:

February 19, 2022 @ 9:45 am

2022-02-19T09:45:00+00:00

2022-02-19T10:00:00+00:00

Where:

Cholsey station

Cost:

Free

Contact:

Zak

Walk

Booking Required Circular easy morning public transport Walk

THIS WALK HAS UNFORTUNATELY BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO RAIL DISRUPTION FOLLOWING STORM EUNICE. A NEW DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN DUE COURSE.

A fairly easy morning walk around around the area between Cholsey and Aston Tirrold, including a chance to see the grave of Agatha Christie.

Walk details

The walk will be mostly across the fields to the west of Cholsey, making a loop around Lollingdon Hill, skirting the edge of the village of Aston Tirrold and following some of the small watercourses before picking up the track to St Mary’s Church on our way back, notable amongst other things as the last resting place of the author Agatha Christie. We’ll then make our way back into Cholsey.

The walk is mostly quite flat, apart from one small hill (about 65m ascent in total), but note that as much of the walk is over farmland, some of the paths could be quite muddy so walking boots are definitely recommended.

There is no lunch or pub stop planned on the walk, but those who are so inclined may seek refreshment in the Red Lion on our return to Cholsey.

Travel details

By public transport

From Reading, take the 09:24 train, arriving into Cholsey at 09:41. From Didcot Parkway, take the 09:38 train, arriving into Cholsey at 09:43. Return trains leave in both directions twice an hour.

By car

There is a car park at the station, where charges will probably apply; otherwise please park legally and considerately nearby.

Notes

If you or someone else from your household has COVID-19 symptoms, please do not attend.
Please be considerate to other path users and step aside to let people past – and don’t forget to say ‘hi’ or ‘thanks’!
Please bring a drink and a snack.
Please note: there is NO lunch stop on this walk.
It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.
If it’s a rainy day, please bring waterproofs.
Please feel free to contact the leader with queries about the walk, or if you are delayed on the day.

Booking details

Do not turn up for the walk without booking, else we will have to turn you away.
Book a place on this walk by completing this Google Form. Booking will open the Wednesday evening before the walk.
If you have any queries, please email walkbookings@berkshirewalkers.co.uk.

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Pace Guide

Gentle: led at a gentle pace with regular short breaks for water or rest. Should be suitable for anyone capable of the distance. (Expect 2–2.5 mph.)
Medium: led at an intermediate pace with fewer breaks but still suitable for most walkers. (Expect 2.5–3 mph.)
Fast: led at a quick pace with minimal breaks. May be a challenge for those with less fitness. (Expect 3 mph+.)

Speeds quoted are only a rough guide, including time spent on short water/rest stops and negotiating stiles/gates/roads etc. but not that spent on longer lunch or pub stops.