Guildford Castle, The North Downs, St Martha on the Hill - Saturday, 23 Sep 2023

Guildford Castle, The North Downs, St Martha on the Hill - Saturday, 23 Sep 2023
£28.00
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Dogs can use this trail as well, but must be on a leash.

BMC Affiliated Club

Distance: 17.1km (10.7 miles)
Grading: Intermediate/Challenging
Rating: 5 out of 10
Ascent: 480 m
Hiking time: About 5.5 to 6.5 hours of actual hiking.

Meeting Point

We'll meet at London Waterloo from 9:00am. (We'll be under Waterloo Station Clock)

Planned arrival time back into London of 7:00pm (we have a group train ticket and you are committed for the day until then).

This walk is covered by our Club's insurance. Our Club is registered on The British Mountaineering Council (BMC)

Description

Details

How to find us

Maria will be at the meeting point detailed in the section "Transport and Meeting Point" below. In case of difficulties locating her, you can call her on 07535295739 (texts cannot be replied to)

This is a good walk at any time of year with some fine bluebell woods in early spring.

We will visit Guildford Castle from outside. Only a romantic ruined keep remains of Guildford Castle today. From the top of the keep, there is a fine view of the Wey river valley.

What looks like a trigonometry point on Pewley Down just outside Guildford.

St Martha on the Hill is perhaps one of the most romantically situated churches in the country, positioned atop a wooded hill.

We will walk by Shere, which is often cited as Surrey's prettiest village.

Food

We will stop during the hike for a snack lunch so please bring food and drink. We will visit a pub after the hike where we can get refreshments.

Cost

The trip is £28 per person which includes the guided hike, the transport to the group departure station listed at the top of this event and the Club's insurance.

Price:

  • Members: £20
  • No Members: £28

Do not forget to click Going! and send a copy of the payment with the full name and contact telephone number of the attendees.

For any questions or more info ask Maria: 07535 295 739 Whatsapp.

What to Bring

  • Suitable hiking clothes & hiking footwear
  • Water (at least 1 and ideally 2 litres)
  • Packed lunch/picnic
  • Money for drinks and refreshments after the hike
  • That's it! We will take care of train tickets, logistics on the day etc, so that you can just turn up and have a great day :-)

Safety

This hike is led by a trained hike leader and qualified Outdoor Activity First Aider. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury. Please come with suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes, waterproof jacket and trousers in case of rain - more info

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