Theale Circular via Wilder's Folly, 5.5 miles, easy

Calendar

When:

January 4, 2020 @ 10:45 am

2020-01-04T10:45:00+00:00

2020-01-04T11:00:00+00:00

Where:

Theale Railway Station

Contact:

Jason

Walk

easy Festival of Winter Walks public transport Walk Winter Staycation

Meet at Theale station for a 10.45am start. If you are coming from Reading, take the 10.34am departure arriving at Theale at 10.40am. If you are coming from Newbury, take the 10.12am departure, arriving at Theale at 10.30am. If the train is late, the start of the walk will be too. Parking is available at the station (charges will apply).

We will meander our way through the Berkshire countryside from Theale station through North Street and onto Sulham. We will be crossing over the M4 before heading up to Sulham. After Sulham we will starting heading back towards Southcote, past Ikea and back into Theale

We will get chance to stop at Wilder’s Folly on Nunhide Hill near Sulham to take in the views across Berkshire near the end of the walk.

There will be the opportunity of a pub stop once we head back into Theale at the end of the walk.

This is an easy walk which is relatively flat. The footpaths may be a bit muddy so please wear suitable footwear. Please bring a packed lunch and something to drink.

Part of the Ramblers Festival of Winter Walks

Sat Nav: RG7 4BY or 51.4339 -1.0742

Grid Ref: SU644709

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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.