Didcot OX11 7NR
UK
This scenic walk will take us through some of Oxfordshire’s scenic villages between Didcot and the River Thames.
Advance booking is not required, but if you plan on attending this walk, please indicate this on Meetup if you can, so others can see that there will be plenty of people going.
Pace: medium. Ascent: 82m.
Walk details
Today’s circular walk will take us through some of Oxfordshire’s quintessential villages between Didcot and the River Thames. Starting at Didcot Parkway station, we’ll briefly walk parallel to the railway to leave Didcot to pass through Long Wittenham and towards the Thames Path. Once there, we’ll follow it towards Dorchester On Thames, where we’ll divert away from the Thames path towards, and after passing through it, we’ll briefly walk along it again before walking through Little Wittenham. From here, we head back into Didcot, where we’ll stop off at The Prince of Wales for those who want a pint.
If people want a slightly shorter walk, there’s the option to cut out the diversion towards Dorchester On Thames, which will reduce the walk to around 12 miles.
Travel details
By public transport
The recommended train from Reading is the 09:47 GWR service, which arrives at Didcot Parkway at 10:01.
By car
Didcot Parkway station has a couple of large car parks, where parking fees apply.
Notes
- Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.
- It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.
- Please feel free to contact the leader with queries about the walk, or if you are delayed on the day.