Walking
For over a year the pandemic restrictions prevented us from walking as a group, however we now have a full walk programme.
The shorter, slower, "Friday" walks which used to come under the Walking Group have been moved into the new Ambling Group and generally happen on a Thursday.
WHEN: We usually walk on the first, third and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
WHERE: We walk mainly in Surrey, Berkshire and London with occasional walks further afield. Some of our walks meet at a railway station. For those that meet at the start of the walk, car share is usually an option, for which each passenger is expected to pay a fuel contribution to the driver (currently 20p per mile one-way).
AIMS: To maintain and improve fitness as we get older, enjoy the countryside and enjoy companionship.
WALKS: We do a variety of walks, mainly from 5 to 10 miles in length. Most walks are circular but sometimes public transport is used to return to the start. For the more strenuous ones an indication will be given in our walking programme.
PREREQUISITES: To be able to walk at least 5 miles at a moderate pace.
WHAT YOU NEED: As a minimum good country walking shoes. Walking boots are preferable for the wetter weather as are waterproofs or possibly an umbrella – we walk all year round.
CHARGES: To cover the cost of running the group, members are required to pay an annual subscription. This is currently £5.00 per person. Our expenditure is reviewed at the group AGM. Our membership year is the same as that of K2: from September to August.
EVENTS: We sometimes organize a lunch in February, a picnic in the summer and we also have an AGM in November at which all members are welcome to express their views.
GROUP: We are a large group with about 40 members. Typically 5 to 20 people attend each walk.
WALK PROGRAMME: We produce a programme every few months with information on the proposed walks.
The programme is shown on this website (see the links on the right hand side of this page) but the contact details for people are not included to protect privacy.
The programme with the contact details is available in the Members Area (requires you to login to access the file).
Group members also receive the full programme with contact details by email.
VACANCIES: Yes.
| Dates for your Diary | |
|---|---|
| Wed May 1st | Fancy-Free walk: Ripley and the River Wey, 5 miles. This is a group-led walk (download a copy of the route from the Fancy Free Walks website). See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed May 15th | A walk in the Surrey Hills near Polesden Lacey - 5 miles, led by Chris and Ian. See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed May 22nd | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 4, 8 miles, led by Mike & Della. See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed May 29th | A walk around Chobham Common, 7.5 miles, led by Margaret and Norman. See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed Jun 5th | A walk from Ranmore Common to Polesden Lacey, 8 miles - leader Neil. See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed Jun 19th | Fancy Free (group led) walk - details TBA |
| Wed Jun 26th | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 5, 7 miles, leader Neil. See Walking Group Programme - April-Jun 2024 |
| Wed Jul 3rd | Walking Group Coach Trip and walk - Stratford-upon-Avon |
| Wed Jul 17th | A walk around Chobham Common - 6.5 miles. Leaders Della & Mike |
| Wed Jul 24th | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 6 |
| Wed Jul 31st | A walk around Bushy Park/Home Park, led by Margaret and Norman. |
| Wed Aug 7th | Walking Group Annual picnic and short walk |
| Wed Aug 28th | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 7 |
| Wed Sep 25th | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 8 |
| Wed Oct 23rd | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 9 |
| Sat Nov 9th | Walking Group AGM - NOTE the change from the original date. |
| Wed Nov 27th | Capital Ring Walk - Stage 10 |
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