A Putney perambulation, a Weald walk and the new Capital Challenge route in two bites
A Putney perambulation, a Weald walk and the new Capital Challenge route in two bites
London LDWA
Lots on offer this week, starting on Thursday with an evening midweek in South-West London linking park and common. That's just a taster for the Bank Holiday weekend when you can pack in three days of walks if you fancy it - Sussex on Saturday, then Sunday and Monday devoted to finessing a new route for the Capital Challenge. Scroll down for all the details.
Last call for the winter walks programme
A gentle nudge from Marie, Walks Secretary, to let her know by tomorrow, 20th August, if you can lead a walk next year. There are weekend slots still available, and all you need to give are the basic details for Strider. Any amendments can be made closer to the date. london.walks@ldwa.org.uk or text Marie on 07787 532793
PHOTO Gavin Fuller
Putney Circular and Parks
Thu 22nd Aug 2019
Walk Details:
Event Type
Group Walk
Region
Southern England
Local Group
London
Distance
8ml.
Start Time
18.05
Route
Start/Finish Putney Rail station (train from Waterloo) Chance to step out and visit Putney Heath, Richmond Park, and Wimbledon Common all in one evening!
Balcombe Station (London Bridge 08.31) Map Exp 135 A circular walk taking in the; Sussex Ouse Valley Way, Ardingly College, Highbrook, Sharpthorne (pub), High Weald Landscape Trail, Wakehurst Place
Testing New Capital Challenge Walk (South of Thames) Part 1
Sun 25th Aug 2019
Walk Details:
Event Type
Group Walk
Region
Southern England
Local Group
London
Distance
15ml.
Start Time
10:00
Route
START: St John’s Church 73 Waterloo Rd FINISH: Charlton House (near to railway station) Please bring a copy of Route Description (you will need to cut and paste this link into your browser) https://www.ldwa.org.uk/lgt/downloads/London/Route_Description_ROUTE_1__Test_Version.docx or https://www.ldwa.org.uk/lgt/downloads/London/Route_Description_ROUTE_1__Test_Version.pdf
General Notes
The Capital Challenge Walk has run successfully for 3 years. However the committee has decided to develop two completely new routes. The first route was tested in two stages in July and corrections duly applied including a slight re-route over Clapham Common to avoid a blind crossing. If you wish to help out testing the second route and enjoy a relaxing walk as well do join in. Susanne Waldschmidt will be supervising the walks so no-one goes astray. Refreshments Park Cafés. If anyone would like to check distances I will be eternally grateful. Assistance Dogs only please
Testing New Capital Challenge Walk (South of Thames) Part 2
Mon 26th Aug 2019
Walk Details:
Event Type
Group Walk
Region
Southern England
Local Group
London
Distance
15ml.
Start Time
10:00
Route
START: Grand front entrance of Charlton House (0924 Cannon Street to Charlton Station 0944. The house is a half a mile walk from station) FINISH: Crystal Palace Station Please bring a copy of Route Description (you will need to cut and paste this link into your browser) https://www.ldwa.org.uk/lgt/downloads/London/Route_Description_ROUTE_1__Test_Version.docx https://www.ldwa.org.uk/lgt/downloads/London/Route_Description_ROUTE_1__Test_Version.pdf
General Notes
The Capital Challenge Walk has run successfully for 3 years. However the committee has decided to develop two completely new routes. The first route was tested in two stages in July and corrections duly applied including a slight re-route over Clapham Common to avoid a blind crossing. If you wish to help out testing the second route and enjoy a relaxing walk as well do join in. Susanne Waldschmidt will be supervising the walks so no-one goes astray. Bring sandwiches as refreshments are rather sparse on this section. If anyone would like to check distances I will be eternally grateful. Assistance Dogs only please
