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Please note that you take part in walks at your own risk and the organisers cannot be liable for any injury or other distress which may occur.

The starting point for a walk is often not accessible by public transport but, provided reasonable notice is given, it will usually be possible to arrange to pick up those requiring transport. The group will set off at the departure time given unless someone expected has not arrived, in which case no more than 15 minutes later.

It is advisable to check before bringing a dog on a walk.

Please wear suitable footwear and clothing. Be prepared for mud, overgrown footpaths, rain or even brilliant sunshine. Inappropriate footwear or clothing can ruin your day.

We ask you not to eat your packed lunch in pubs that sell food.

Saturday 8th February 2025 1015 for 1030	New Addington Walk description: Starting Point: New Addington Tram Stop. Post code CRO OJA Public transport - Trams from East Croydon, West Croydon or Wimbledon. Trams about every 7/8 mins from East Croydon. Please aim to arrive on trams departing :- East Croydon at or before 0955 West Croydon at or before 0950 Wimbledon at or before 0920 allowing time for interchange from other trains if necessary Car parking available on side roads near New Addington Tram Stop Walk description Circular walk in countryside via Fairleigh, Chelsham, and Ficlkeshole This walk featured in the January Issue of Country Walking magazine This walk is led by John - contact details.	about 9 miles
Saturday 8th March 2025 1015 for 1030	Guildford, St Martha's Hill and the Chantries Meet at guildford Station, main entrance Transport options: Travelling by train is the easiest option as car parking in Guildford can be expensive. There are regular train services to Guildford from London Waterloo. For those travelling by car, the cheapest car park in close proximity to the station is Guildford Park pay and display car park (GU2 7NF). The car park, which is off Guildford Park Road - turn right at Grace Baptist church, is about a 10 minute walk from there to the main entrance of Guildford station (noting that you will pass the rear entrance of the station on route). There is no free on- street parking close to the station without time restrictions. In addition, please check for M25 and A3 road works, closures and diversions which may make travel time by car considerbly longer. Walk description: A hilly walk that takes in delightful, varied sections of Guildford's local countryside. This includes Pewley Down Nature reserve, St Martha's Hill, Chilworth Gunpowder Mills, Chantry Wood and a section of the River Wey. Please bring a packed lunch. This walk is led by John M - contact details.	about 8.5 miles
Saturday 12th April 2025 1015 for 1030	Bletchingly/South Park/Godstone/Church Town/Tilburstow Hill Starting Point: Bletchingly Meet outside Red Lion pub, Castle Street RH1 4NU There is roadside parking near the pub, in a parallel side road by the grass. Walk description Circular walk via South Park, Godstone Church Town Bring a picnic lunch Option to leave at Godstone and return to Bletchingley.(Bus 410 at 13.10 and 13.40) Public transport - Bus 410 - dep 10.05 from Redhill station arr Bletchingley 10.14. (Return at 16.15 and 16.42). Toilets - There are no public toilets along the route The toilet at Godstone was closed for refurbishment in late 2024. Refreshmnts at end - Lamingtons tea room is open until 5pm. This walk is led by Armin - contact details.	about 10 miles
Saturday 9th May 2025 1015 for 1030	Greensand Way Part 9 Starting Point: Reigate Heath Car Park, Flanchford Road RH2 8AB The starting point is just over a mile from Reigate station. Please contact the walk leader or the club orgainser if you can offer or require a lift. Walk description Colley Hill, North Downs Way, Gatton Park, Wray Common, Redhill Common, Earlswood Common then joining the Greensand Way to return to the start. Please bring a picnic lunch Refreshmnts - Reigate Hill (after about 4 miles) and possibly at Earlswood Common. This walk is led by Geoff - contact details.	about 10.5 miles
Saturday 14th June 2025 1015 for 1030	Ockley Starting Point: Ockley Village Hall Car Park, Stane Street (A20) Directly opposite Lake Road RH5 5HY Grid ref 148 404 Walk 8-9 miles going around Vann Lake and to Oakwood Hill Church yard. for a picnic lunch. Possible drinks stop at the Scarlett Arms, Wallis wood village, after lunch. The walk returns through woods, jields, Mayes Green and Jayes Park. Afterwards: Possibility of refreshments at the Punchbowl Inn, Oakwood Hill Public transport Train Waterloo 0833 (change) or Victoria 0841 (direct) via Clapham Junction to Ockley station arriving 0951. Approx 1 1/4 mile from start. This walk is led by Daphne - contact details.	8-9 miles
Saturday 12th July 2025 1015 for 1030	Shere Millennium Trail Starting Point: Gomshall, station car park GU5 9NP Walk 7-8 miles along the northern section of the Shere Millennium Trail Bring a picnic lunch. Afterwards: To be advised > This walk is led by John M - contact details.	7-8 miles
Saturday 9th August 2025 0910 for 0925	Joint Surrey/Hampshire walk Starting Point: Chichester Railway station by 0915 Take the 0927 bus for Bracklesham Bay or Selsey Walk Linear 8.5 mile walkalong English coastal path to Selsey Bill RNLI station via Medmerry Nature Reserve. Return to Chichester Railway Station by bus. Be prepared for high temperatures and strong winds. Bring a picnic lunch. Afterwards: Refreshments and a sea swim (bring suitable foot wear for the beach) > This walk is led by Ben Harding Please advise him if you are coming bcharding@live.co.uk or 01243-784948, advising him of you mobile number.	8.5 miles
Saturday 6th September 2025 1015 for 1030 and 1400 Note: this walk is on the 1st Saturday of September	Puttenham Common walk Walk description Figure of 8, hilly walk over Puttenham Common and adjacent farmland. The morning loop (4.6 miles) is via sandy heathland, woodland and heather, with a lovely viewpoint and a lakeside path. The afternoon loop (3.5 miles) is via farmland, quiet lanes and shaded Common paths, with an opportuntiy for mid afternoon drinks at the Good Intent pub in Puttenham. (Unavoidable paths may be overgrown, so trousers and long sleeves are advisable). Start point> Free Parking at Puttenham Common Top Car Park, Suffield Lane, Puttenham, Surrey. Nearest Postcode: GU3 1BG. Grid Ref: SU920461. Lunch Picnic lunch at Puttenham Common Top Car Park. The coffee and snacks van should be there from 9am to 3pm. Directions by car: From the A3 take the A31 towards Farnham. Exit towards Puttenham, turn left onto B3000 and then turn right into Puttenham village. IGNORE THE ROAD AHEAD CLOSED SIGN and turn left into Suffield Lane. After 1.4 miles, turn right and through the height barrier to Puttenham Common Top Car park. (N.B. There are road works blocking Suffield Lane beyond the car park until at least 13th September. Access to the car park is not possible by any other route. Afterwards Opportunity for an early pub meal. This walk is led by Barbara E	8 miles

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