Dursley

WalkingFestival 2019

Wednesday 2nd

to Sunday 6th OctoberFree walks for a range of abilities exploring the

glorious countryside and heritage ofGloucestershire and the Cotswolds

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Welcome toDursleyWalkingFestival 2019. . .The annual walkingfestival has put theDursley area firmly on themap.It’s a fantastic place towalk and enjoy somestunning countrysideviews around this part ofGloucestershire and theCotswolds.

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Email us at dursleywaw@gmail.com

Telephone us at 07743 307686

Visit our websitewww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

Registered assistancedogsOnly registered assistancedogs are allowed on this walk

Dogs WelcomeWell behaved dogs on a shortlead welcome

Please bring a drink

Packed LunchPlease bring a packed lunch

Bus WalkPlease bring your bus pass orbus fare on this walk

CameraIt is recommended you bring acamera on this walk

Booking EssentialPlease follow the instructionsin the listing for booking thesewalks

Family Friendly WalksA family friendly walk for all thefamily to enjoy

Cafe or pubThese walks will stop at a localpub or cafe, at walkers owncost, during or after the walk

Suitable for Buggies

Our 2019 festival programme hasbeen put together to include walksto suit varying abilities andinterests. Each walk is typicallygraded as follows:Easy - An easy paced walk overvaried terrain with only gentleslopes (No longer than 4 miles)Moderate - An easy paced walkover varied terrain with some hillysections (4 - 7 miles)Hard - A slightly faster pacedwalk with varied terrain and hills (7- 10 miles)Strenuous - A varied all daywalk covering longer distances(10+ miles)The duration of each walk hasbeen estimated by the walk leader.Sometimes walks take longer thanestimated e.g. if there are largenumbers of walkers or difficultconditions underfoot on the day orit is necessary to change the routeslightly due to path closures.Each walker is responsible for theirown safety and for determiningtheir capability to complete thechosen walk. Attendance at awalk/event is at your own risk.The walk leaders are in charge ofthe walk. Their decision onparticipation is final. The walkleaders are experienced but haveto take your word that you aresufficiently fit for your chosen walk.The Dursley area is hilly and manyof the walks will be strenuous -please consider any health issuesyou may have before deciding tojoin the walks and advise walkleaders of any concerns beforesetting off.Please do not walk ahead of theleader unless asked.Many of the walks involve stilesand/or kissing gates so weapologise that, for this reason,many of the walks may not beaccessible for people with somemobility issues or may beunsuitable for push chairs. Pleasecheck with walk leaders in advance.

What to bring on the walk.Appropriate footwear and clothingmust be worn. There have beenreports of more ticks than usual inrecent years. For this reason wesuggest that you wear longsleeved shirts and trousers ratherthan shorts.Please ensure that you take a drinkwith you and a snack or packedlunch where necessary.Please do not feed any animalsyou meet on the walks and makesure that you take all litter homewith you.

Dogs on Festival WalksDogs are allowed on some walks(see individual walk details). Theowner is always responsible fortheir dog. Dogs must be well behavedand kept on a short lead and undercontrol at all times. The ownermust ensure that their dog does nottrip, alarm or inconvenience otherpeople or cause damage. Theymust clean up after their dog. If awalk leader thinks that your dog isnot sufficiently well behaved youwill not be allowed to join the walk.Walks may contain stiles whichdogs could find difficult tonegotiate. When walking througha field containing livestock orhorses, people with dogs shouldwalk at the back of the group.Dogs must not worry livestock. Ifthe livestock/horses becomethreatening then please let the doggo. The dog will be able to runaway and the livestock/horses’interest will be diverted from thewalkers to the dog.

Family FriendlyUnder 18’s and vulnerable

people must be accompanied by aresponsible adult.The Dursley Walking Festivalincludes several family friendlywalks which are marked out by thissymbol.

Accommodation andTravel

A range of accommodation isavailable throughout the area.Please visit www.dursleytowncouncil.gov.ukTravel and TransportBy TrainThe nearest railway station toDursley is Cam and Dursleystation, on the main Bristol toBirmingham line, between Yateand Gloucester. The station isserved by Stagecoach busservices that will take you to thecentre of Cam or Dursley.For details of train times visitwww.gwr.comBus InformationStagecoach buses from Bristol,Berkeley, Thornbury, Gloucester,Stroud, and more all serve Dursley.For details on bus services visit:www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables

Car parkingLong stay parking is available atthe car park in Hill Road Dursley.ST 753980 GL11 4JQ and LongStreet, Dursley ST758982 GL114HR.3 hour parking is available atCastle Street by the Pulse andbehind Sainsbury’s supermarket.If you park on the road please donot inconvenience residents, otherroad users or pedestrians.For walks starting at Cam there isa free public car park in front ofCam Parish Council Offices.Additional parking available in CamTesco car park but please ensureyou register at Tesco CustomerService desk.For walks starting in locations otherthan Dursley then please see walkdetails for information on parking.Updated information on car parkingwill be entered onto our website.Generally festival walks are free –donations to Dursley WelcomesWalkers or to the organisinggroups are at the walker’sdiscretion.

Information for joining our walks

Photos will be taken throughout the festival and may be used for publicity purposes.If you do not wish to be in any photographs please advise the walk leader.

Notes to help you enjoy our festival

WalkNo

StartTime Walk Titles Meeting Points

Start pointsGrid

ReferenceDuration

(Hrs)Distance(Miles)

Wednesday 2nd October1 10:00 AM Curses, Curses By Old Crown Uley ST 791 986 4.5 to 5 8

2 10:00 AM An Ornithological Ramble Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 5.5 6.5

3 10:00 AM A Riparian Ramble Lay By on A38, North entrance toCambridge SO 751 039 5.5 10

4 10:00 AM Cam’s Historic Graveyards Outside Berry Blue, Cam SO 749 003 2 2

5 10:30 AM Building Distance HealthWalk

Seat by Post Box between PostOffice and Tesco, Cam SO 749 003 1.5 3

6 10:30 AM Bus Walk - North Nibley Dursley Bus Station ST 754 982 2 3

7 2:00 PM Leaf and Ground, Up andAround

Leaf and Ground, Dursley Road,Dursley ST 741 993 2 4.5

Pevsner’s Buildings of EnglandThursday 3rd October

8 10:00 AM Uley Bury and Ancient OwlWoodland

The Green, Uley. Outside the OldCrown ST 792 986 6 6.3

9 10:00 AM Bagpath and Beyond Hunters Hall Inn, Kingscote ST 813 960 5.5 9.5

10 10:00 AM Cam Stone Stiles andSevern Views Walk Outside Cam Parish Council Offices SO 749 003 2 3.5

11 10:00 AM North Nibley Monument andbeyond.

Car Park opposite The Old Spot,Dursley ST 754 981 4 to 5 7

12 1:00:PM Cam and the Winterbothams Outside Berry Blue, Cam SO 749 003 3 2

13 2:00 PM A circular walk to BreakheartQuarry and Rockstowes Market Place Dursley ST 756 981 2.75 5

14 2:00 PM Walking for Health By Bennet Jones Estate Agent,Parsonage Street, Dursley ST 755 982 1 1.5

Friday 4th October15 10:00 AM Dursley to Waterley Bottom,

Stancombe and back Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 3 5.5

16 10:00 AM Kingscote Nailsworth Round Hunters Hall Inn, Kingscote ST 813 960 5.5 10

17 10:00 AM Autumn Woodland andCoffee at Uley Ashen Plains Campsite ST 760 966 3 7

18 10:20 AM Bus/Walk to WoodchesterMansion Bus Station, May Lane, Dursley. ST 754 982 7.5 8.5

19 12:00Noon Owlpen Valley Circular Walk The Car Park, Owlpen Manor, Uley ST 800 498 1.5 3

20 1:30:PM Walkies with Dursley Lions The Lions Den, May Lane, Dursley. ST 754 981 2 2 HRS

21 2:00 PM Heritage walk -Dursley Town Centre Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 1.5 to 2 2

22 4:00 PM Apple Scrumping atBreadstone

Ponderosa, Twyditch Lane,Breadstone. SO 713 008 1 0.25

Friday Evening 7:00 PM - Quiz

Dursley Walking Festival 2019 - Programme of Walks

WalkNo

StartTime Walk Titles Meeting Points

Start pointsGrid

ReferenceDuration

(Hrs)Distance(Miles)

Saturday 5th October23 8:00 AM to

9:00 AMThe Lantern Way selfguided challenge

Dursley Town Hall, Market Place,Dursley ST 756 981 At own pace 14

24 9:30 AM Berkeley to Dursley viaTyndale Monument

Dursley Bus Station, May Lane,Dursley ST 754 982

7 hr walkplus busjourney.

12

25 10:00 AM Geology and Scenerybetween Kingscote & Horsley Hunters Hall Inn, Kingscote ST 813 960 7 6

26 10:00 AM 5 Churches Walk St James Church, Dursley ST 757 981 5 7

27 10:00 AM Heritage Walk - Uley Roadand Woodmancote Area. Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 2.5 3

28 10:00 AM Apple Pressing at ChantryCentre

Chantry Centre, Long Street,Dursley ST 757 981 4 0.1

29 10:00 AM Monumental Walk Stinchcombe Hill Public Car Park ST 744 983 4.5 8

30 10:15 AM Station Walk to Dursley viaCam Peak Cam and Dursley Railway Station SO 753 021 6.5 10

31 10:15 AM Station Walk to SlimbridgeWildfowl Trust Cam and Dursley Railway Station SO 753 021 6.5 6.75

32 11:00 AM Nordic Walking Taster Session Ashen Plains Campsite ST 706 966 45 mins 1

33 1:00 PMAshen Plains Campsite,Breakheart Quarry andDursley Town

Ashen Plains Campsite ST 706 966 2 4

34 2:00 PM Exploring the Past andWeaving Workshop Outside Berry Blue, Cam SO 749 003

2 hrs(including 50mins walk)

1.5

Saturday Evening - Talk- Old Paths in Gloucestershire and the Dursley AreaSunday 6th October

35 09:00 AMThe Dursley Figure of 8 - Thiswalk can be a 16 mile walk or2 x 8 miles see also walk 41

Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 9 16

36 10:00 AM Cam, Dursley and UleyGreenway Cam and Dursley Railway Station SO 753 021 3 5.5

37 10:00 AM Short Circuiting the Lantern Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 3 638 11:00 AM Walk and Draw (Art Walk) Post Box outside Tesco Cam SO 749 003 2.25 2.5

39 12:Noon 1st Dursley Scout Challenge 1st Dursley Scout Hut, Phelps MillClose, Dursley. ST 758 981 3 3.65

40 1:30 PM Uley Bury and Cam Long Down Market Place Dursley SO 756 981 3 5.5

41 2:00 PMThe Dursley Figure of 8.See also walk 35 for moreinformation on this walk.

Market Place, Dursley ST 756 981 4 8

Tea and Cakes - Dursley Methodist Church Hall

Dursley Walking Festival 2019 - Programme of WalksDursley Walking Festival 2019 - Programme of Walks

2. An Ornithological Ramble

6.5 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration: 5.5 hrsMeet at Market Place, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 5BZThis walk takes in a good mix ofhabitat including open farmland athigh and low levels taking in Uley,Crawley Hill and Cam Long Down.There are a surprising number ofbird species to be seen on a goodday. Bring binoculars.Leader Ronald Swanwickswanwick@stablestudio.co.uk07743 307686 (leave message)Book at www.eventbrite.co.uk

5. Building Distance Health Walk

3 miles - Easy- 10:30 amApproximate duration:1.5 hrs

Meet at seat by Post Box betweenPost Office and Tesco, Cam

Grid Ref: SO749003Post Code: GL11 5PSA walk mainly off road giving viewsof The Severn Vale. One gentleclimb through woodlands, theremay be livestock grazing and stilesto cross.Leaders Peter and JimVale Vision Walking for Health team.walks@valevision.org.ukwww.valevision.org.uk

6. Bus WalkNorth Nibley to Dursley

3 miles - Moderate - 10:30 amApproximate duration:2 hrsMeet at Dursley Bus Station

Grid Ref: ST754982Post Code: GL11 4JHThree paths around North Nibley,Cotswold Way, steep climb fromStancombe to Stinchcombe Hill,woodland paths downhill to Dursley.Bring bus fare or bus pass.Leaders Dave and ChristinaDursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

Walks - Wednesday 2nd October1. Curses curses

8 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration:4.5 to 5 hrsMeet outside The Old Crown UleyGrid Ref: ST791986Post Code: GL11 5SNA walk through Uley, Elcombe,Woodmancote, Dursley and CamLong Down.Leaders Jill Stuart and Sue Clarkwww.southcotswoldramblers.org.uk

3. A Riparian Ramble

10 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration:5.5 hrs

Meet at layby on east side of A38on north entrance to Cambridge

Grid Ref: SO751039Post Code: GL2 7ALAn easy 10 mile level walk fromCambridge to Saul Junction andback alongside lakes, canals, riversand through Frampton’s famousvillage green.Leaders Mick and PamGloucestershire Area Ramblershttps://gloucestershireramblers. org.uk/grwalks/

7. Leaf and GroundUp and Around

4.5 Miles - Moderate- 2:00 pmGrid Ref: ST741933For details of this walk please see

next page entry for Leaf and Ground

4. Cam’sHistoric Graveyards

2 miles - Easy - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 2 hrs

Meet outside Berry Blue, CamGrid Ref: SO749003Post Code: GL11 5PSA heritage walk around 4 Camchurchyards to see individual gravesand points of historic interest. Therewill be several stops of 2-6 minuteswhilst information is given.Leader Jennywww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

Walks - Wednesday 2nd October - Cont. Walks -Thursday 3rdPevsner's Buildings of England

A walk around Dursley,Gloucestershire

Lecture organised by

Wednesday October 2nd 20197:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Kingshill House, Kingshill Lane,Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4BZ

Explore aspects of history and architecturethrough the work of the architectural historian,Nicholas Pevsner, in his Buildings of Englandseries and consider perceptions of townscapespast and present.Learn about the buildings suggested as themost significant examples in the town.Those attending will be given information onthe perambulation which they can conduct attheir leisure.Cost £10.00 per person

To find out more please go to www.wea.org.uk.The course reference is C3530731, location Dursley.

8.Uley Bury & Ancient Owl Woodlands

6.3 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration:6 hrs

Meet at The Green in Uley, outsidethe Old Crown

Grid Ref: ST792986Post Code: GL11 5SNWe ascend a steep path to UleyBury. Then cross open meadowsto visit a Neolithic long barrow.Heading off the beaten track wemeander through ancientwoodlands. As the woods brieflyopen up into grassland, we stop toenjoy our packed lunches.Once refreshed, we continuethrough beech woodlands.Crossing open fields to reach thehamlet of Owlpen, before headingback to our starting point in Uley.Leader Kate Thomsonwww.cotswoldguidedwalks.comBook at 07766 703334info@cotswoldguidedwalks.com

Walks - Thursday 3rd October - continued

12. Cam & The Winterbothams

2 miles - Easy - 1 pmApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet outside Berry Blue, CamGrid Ref: SO749003Post Code: GL11 5PSThis walk explores the history ofCam and the Winterbotham family,including a tour of Cam Mills(photography is not allowed at CamMills). There will be several stops of2 - 10 minutes during this walk. Teaand cake at Berry Blue £4.00.Leader JennyDursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.ukBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

13. A Circular Walk to Breakheart Quarry and Rockstowes

5 miles - Moderate- 2:00 pmApproximate duration: 2.75 hrsMeet at Market Place, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSStarts with a long climb, steep inplaces, to Breakheart Quarry. Goodviews, woods, field paths with somestiles. Quite a steep descent to theUley valley. Some fields maycontain livestock.Leader GretaCam, Dursley and District U3AU3asites.org.uk/cam-dursley

14. Walking for Health

1.5 miles - Easy- 2 pmApproximate duration: 1 hr

Meet by benches near BennettJones, Parsonage Street, DursleyGrid Ref: ST755982Post Code: GL11 4BPFootpaths and pavements passingthrough St James’s Churchgrounds and down Water Street,alongside the River Ewelmethrough to Uley Road then crossingthe road through to Highfieldsbefore returning to the centre ofDursley. There are steps along theroute but a detour can be made.Leaders Shirley and JimVale Vision Walking for Health team.walks@valevision.org.ukwww.valevision.org.uk

9.Bagpath and Beyond

9.5 miles - Hard- 10:00 amApproximate duration: 5.5 hrs

Meet at Hunters Hall InnKingscote

Grid Ref: ST813960Post Code: GL8 8XZDiscover the delights of Bagpath,Ozleworth and Lasborough in thisjourney through scenic valleys andhistoric houses.Leaders Helen Furmidge andNigel MeredithCotswold Voluntary Wardenswww.cotswoldsaonb.org.uk

10. Cam Stone Stiles & Severn Vale Views

3.5 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration: 2 hrs

Meet outside Cam Parish CouncilOffices

Grid Ref: SO749003Post Code: GL11 5PSThis walk skirts Cam Village andpasses some of the stone stiles,unusual in an area where hedgesare the principal field boundary.After a fairly long uphill section thewalk becomes easier and there areviews of the lower Severn valley,the Cotswold escarpment, a distantGloucester Cathedral, the Malvernsand the Forest of Dean. There arestiles that need some agility.Leaders John FowlesDursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

11. North Nibley Monument & beyond

7 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration: 4-5 hrs

Meet in the Car Park opposite theOld Spot, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST754981Post Code: GL11 4JQStarting in car park opposite the OldSpot we will walk up toStinchcombe Hill and then viaNibley Monument and a stop at theBlack Horse for refreshments.The monument is usually open sothere will be a chance to climb tothe top to take in some spectacularviews. We will walk along the prettyrural lanes of Waterley Bottom onour return journey.Leader Julie

Come and take part in our Family Treasure Hunt.

Our family treasure hunt is open to families and will run throughout the festival.

Entry forms will be available from the following locations fromSaturday 16th September:

● Dursley Library, May Lane, Dursley GL11 4JH

● Dursley Town Council, Jacob's House, Castle Street, Dursley GL11 4BS.

● Bank Cafe, 80 Parsonage Street, Dursley GL11 4AB

● Cam Parish Council, 4 Noel Lee Way, Cam GL11 4PS - open weekday mornings.

Completed entry forms should be :

● Posted through the letter box of Dursley Town Council Offices (Jacob’s House) before 15:00 on Sunday 6th October.

● Posted in Treasure Hunt posting box inside Bank Cafe, Dursley before 15:00 on Sunday 6th October.

● Posted into Treasure Hunt posting box at Dursley Methodist Church Hall Teas event on Sunday 6th before 16:00.

All correct entries collected from these 3 collection points will be enteredinto a draw with a prize of 2 tickets to Cattle Country, Berkeley for the winningentry.

16. Kingscote- Nailsworth Round

10 miles - Strenuous - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 5.5 hrs

Meet at Hunters Hall Inn,Kingscote

Grid Ref: ST813960Post Code: GL8 8XZExplore valleys, through fields andwoodland: some climbing andnumerous stiles, rewarded with fineviews.Some refreshment opportunitiespassing through Nailsworth.Leader John Robertswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

17.Autumn Woodland& coffee at Uley

7 miles - Moderate- 10:00 amApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet at Ashen Plains CampsiteGrid Ref: ST760966Post Code: GL11 6ADThis is a wonderful walk starting atAshen Plains campsite, throughAutumn deciduous woodland andfields, then arriving at thewelcoming Vestry café.Refreshments are optional beforeour return journey. Refreshmentsand toilet facilities are available atthe campsite before and after thewalk.Leader Helen Richardsonwww.allseasonsnordicwalking.co.ukBook at 07876557500 or emailhelen@allseasonsnordicwalking.

co.uk

18. Bus/Walk toWoodchester Mansion

8.5 miles - Hard- 10:20 amApproximate duration: 7.5 hrsMeet at May Lane Bus Station

Grid Ref: ST754982Post Code: GL11 4JHWe will catch the bus to Nympsfieldand then have a 3 mile walk fromNympsfield around WoodchesterPark to the Mansion, bring your busfare or bus pass. We will stop at themansion for about 2 hours for aguided tour (cost £7.50) and lunch(cafe is available). Then return toDursley along the Cotswold Way.Leaders Mick and Pamdursleyramblingclub@mail.comBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

Walks - Friday 4th October15. Dursley to Waterley Bottom,Stancombe and back

5.5 miles - Moderate/hard - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet at Market Place, DursleyGrid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSThe walk will start with a steep climbthrough the woods to the south ofDursley up to the Sculpture Trail,then descend to Waterley Bottom.The route to Stancombe will takequiet single track roads then join theCotswold Way for a steep climb toStinchcombe Golf Course and asteep descent into Dursley.Leaders Rob Boulton andMarjory WrightVale Vision Walking for Health team.walks@valevision.org.ukwww.valevision.org.uk

Walks - Friday 4th October - continued

22. Apple Scrumpingat Breadstone

0.25 miles - easy - 3:00 pmApproximate duration: 1 hr

Meet at Ponderosa, Twyditch Lane,Breadstone

Grid Ref: SO713008Post Code: GL13 9HFA chance to collect apples at yourown pace in a secure orchard.Bring boxes to collect the apples in.Your collected apples can bepressed at the Chantry Centre onSaturday (see walk no. 28).Leader SymonChantry Centre Secret Gardenwww.chantrycentre.org.ukBook on 0747 404056 or emailsteepground@outlook com

7:30 pmQuiz Night

Come and join us foran enjoyable eveningand take part in our

quiz at DursleyCommunity Centre,

Rednock Drive,Dursley, GL11 4BX.

Teams of 4

Cost £6.00 per personincluding a ploughman’s

supper.

Bar available.

Prizes and raffle.

Supper bookings must

be received by

Wednesday 2nd

October.

To book text or call07743 307686.

Email:dursleywaw@gmail.com

Tickets £3.00 excludingfood may be availableon the door if space

permits.

20. Walkies withDursley Lions Club

2 hours - Moderate- 1:30 pmApproximate duration: 2 hrs

Meet at The Lions Den, May Lane,Dursley

Grid Ref: ST754981Post Code: GL11 4JHRiverside and footpaths east ofDursley. A gentle walk with someundulations and a few stiles. All wellbehaved dogs will be entered intoa draw for a chance to win a prizedonated by Dursley Pet Shop plusa small bag of treats for all dogs.A maximum of two dogs per walker.Complimentary tea and biscuits atthe Lions Den at 3:30 pm.Leader Ron Robinswww.dursleylions.co.uk

19. Owlpen ValleyCircular Walk

3 miles - Moderate - 12:00 noonApproximate duration: 1.5 hrsMeet in the car park, Owlpen

Manor, OwlpenGrid Ref: ST800498Post Code: GL11 5BZDelightful walk around the Owlpenvalley outside Uley. The walk takesin stunning beech woods andlimestone pasture, with views overthe Owlpen valley towards Uley andDursley beyond.Bring your own drink and food andstop at the end of the walk for apicnic at the Manor House.Not suitable for buggies.Leader Hugo Mander,www.owlpen.comBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

21. Heritage WalkDursley Town Centre

2 miles - Easy - 2:00 pmApproximate duration: 1.5 - 2 hrs

Meet at Market Place, DursleyGrid Ref: ST576981Post Code: GL11 4BSA slow amble around Dursley’sstreets with frequent stops to lookat some of the town’s old buildingsand other locations with a focus ontheir history.Mostly on pavements and streets.Leader Andy BartonDursley Heritage Centrewww.dursleyhc.org.ukBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

23. The Lantern WayChallenge

A self guided walk14 miles - Strenuous

Start between 8:00 and 9:00 amMeet at Dursley Town Hall,

Market Place, DursleyGrid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSThis self guided walk along theLantern Way follows a waymarkedroute clockwise through Cam,Coaley and Uley and back toDursley. A rural walk throughfarmyard, woodland and countrylanes, some climbs and muddy inplaces. There is some roadcrossing and lane walking, beaware of traffic.Refreshment will be available forpurchase at checkpoints.To take part in this walk you needto be in good physical health andcarry a mobile phone. Contactdetails must be left with organiserswhen checking in.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.ukdursleywaw@gmail.comTel. 07743 307686

Walks - Saturday 5th October24. Berkeley to Dursley

Via Tyndale Monument

12 miles - Strenuous - 09:30 amApproximate walk duration: 7 hrs

Meet at May Lane Bus Station,Dursley

Grid Ref: ST754982Post Code: GL11 4JHA bus ride to Berkeley then a mixedterrain walk through gloriouscountryside taking in TyndaleMonument and a stop at a local pubon the way.2 ascents to escarpment (totalascent 1286ft) but there will beopportunities for a breather. Sturdyfootwear required along withsuitable clothing. We mayencounter livestock.Please check bus timetable (no 62)to confirm bus times. Bring buspass or bus fare.Leaders Ruth and TimNarramoreDursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

25.Geology and Scenerybetween Kingscote & Horsley

6 miles - Moderate - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 7 hrs

Meet at Hunters Hall InnKingscote

Grid Ref: ST813960Post Code: GL8 8XZThe walk will try to explain thescenery of the Upper HorsleyValleys and Cotswold Plateau interms of the underlying rocks andthe processes, past and present,that have sculpted them.AM: we will walk across 2 of theE-W valleys feeding into theHorsley Valley. Lunch will be takenif needed in the Hog.PM: we will walk up to the plateauat Barton End and back toKingscote by the Eastern Valleyside.A magnifying hand lens (x8 or x10)may be useful.Leader Dave Greenwww.geostudies.co.ukTo book for this walk email:davegeostudies@gmail.com

26. 5 Churches Walk

7 miles - Moderate - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 5 hrs

Meet at St James Church,DursleyGrid Ref: ST757981Post Code: GL11 4JELinks St James and St Mark’schurches Dursley, St Giles Uley,Holy Cross Owlpen and StBartholomew’s Nympsfield.Includes part of the Cotswold Way.A short steep section just beforeUley and a gradual climb to theCotswold ridge from Owlpen. Veryfew stiles. Nympsfield Village Hallnear church is final destination.Free transport back to Dursley.Refreshments available at final stop.Leaders David Smith and Dave WoodSt James Church, DursleyEmail davidsmith 2546@gmail.com

27. Heritage WalkUley Road and

Woodmancote area

3 miles - Easy - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 2.5 hrsMeet at Market Place, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSA slow walk around the Uley Roadand Woodmancote areas ofDursley with frequent stops to lookat and talk about places and itemsof historical interest. These willinclude the old mill area of Ferney,Mawdsley’s, Rangers House, StMark’s Church and Dursley’s firstGrammar School in Woodmancoteas well as the impact of WW2 onthe town.Leader Andy BartonDursley Heritage Centrewww.dursleyhc.org.ukBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

29. Monumental Walk

8 miles - Hard - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 4.5 hrs

Meet at Stinchcombe HillPublic Car park

Grid Ref: ST744983Post Code: GL11 6AQCircular walk along Cotswold Wayto Tyndale Monument and back.Leader Richard Davis01453 762373www.southcotswoldramblers.org.uk

Walks - Saturday 5th October30. Station WalkDursley via Cam Peak

10 miles - Moderate/Hard - 10:15 amApproximate duration: 6.5 hrs

Meet at Cam and DursleyRailway Station.Grid Ref:

ST753021Post Code: GL11 5DJA moderate walk with one goodclimb to Cam Peak on the way intoDursley. After a long lunch break,the walk then skirts StinchcombeHill before crossing through UpperCam to pick up the Lantern Wayroute back to the Station. There willbe an hour long lunch break inDursley Town Centre where youcould visit one of the many eatingor drinking places in the town.Leaders Catherine and SusanneGloucestershire Area Ramblers for theWessex Wanderer programme.www.wessexrailwaywalks.org.uk

28. Apple Pressingat the Chantry Centre

0.1 miles - Easy - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 4 hrsMeet at The Garden,ChantryCentre, Long Street, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST757981Post Code: GL11 4HLPreparing and pressing ofscrumped apples from Friday’swalk (no. 22), take home apple juicefor drinking or fermenting into wine(or both).Tea/coffee/drinks available all day.Pizza oven fired up for varieties ofpizza cooked to order.Small charge for drinks and pizza,bring empty bottles to take homejuice.All welcome in the garden.Leader SymonChantry Centre Secret Gardenwww.chantrycentre.org.uk

Walks - Saturday 5th October (continued)

32. Nordic WalkingTaster Session

1 miles - Easy - 11:00 amApproximate duration: 45 minutes

Meet at Ashen Plains CampsiteGrid Ref: ST706966Post Code: GL11 6ADNordic Walking is a great way to getfit, tone your whole body and loseweight. A fun and friendly class.Nordic walking poles are providedfree of charge. At Ashen Plainscampsite there are toilet facilitiesand a common room where we canhave tea or coffee before or after thewalk.Leader Helen Richardsonwww.allseasonsnordicwalking.co.ukBook at 07876557500 or emailhelen@allseasonsnordicwalking.

co.uk

33. Ashen PlainsCampsite, Breakheart

Quarry & Dursley Town

4 miles - Moderate - 1:00 pmApproximate duration: 2 hrs

Meet at Ashen Plains CampsiteGrid Ref: ST706966Post Code: GL11 6ADThis is a fantastic walk throughdeciduous woodland carpeted withleaves, through the quaint highstreet in Dursley and up to thevisitors centre at Breakheart Quarrywhich has lovely views. The routehas a fairly long downhill and oneuphill.Leader Helen Richardsonwww.allseasonsnordicwalking.co.ukBook at 07876557500 or emailhelen@allseasonsnordicwalking.

co.uk

34. Exploring the Past+ Spinning and Weaving

Workshop for children

1.5 miles - Easy - 2:00 pmApproximate duration: 2 hours(including 50 minutes walking)Meet outside Berry Blue, Cam

Grid Ref: ST749003Post Code: GL11 5SPThis History Discovery walk aroundLower Cam and the Weaving andSpinning Workshop at CamMethodist Church Hall is designedfor children of Primary school age.One accompanying adult to 3children please.For Cubs and Brownies there is achance to gain your LocalKnowledge badge.Leader Helenwww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.ukBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

7:30 pm

Illustrated talk

Old Paths ofGloucestershireand the Dursley

area.

Dursley Town Hall,Market Place,

Dursley GL11 4BS

Grid Ref ST 756981

Visitors, residentsand walkers areinvited to attendthis talk by Alan

Pilbeam.

Admission charge £3.00per person, payable on

the door, includestea/coffee and biscuits.

Access to the historicTown Hall, which is onthe first floor, is via anexternal flight of stairs.For this reason it mightnot be accessible for

those with some mobilityproblems.

07743307686

31. Station WalkSlimbridge Wildfowland Wetlands Trust

6.75 miles - Moderate - 10:15 amApproximate duration: 6.5 hrs

Meet at Cam and DursleyRailway Station

Grid Ref: ST753021Post Code: GL11 5DJA circular, level walk from the stationalongside the River Cam, throughCambridge and alongside the canalto the WWT where we will spendabout 3 hrs.We will return by an alternativeroute through Slimbridge.£9.50 special group rate foradmission to Slimbridge. There is acafe for lunch.Leaders Mick and PamGloucestershire Area Ramblers for theWessex Wanderer programme.www.wessexrailwaywalks.org.uk

35. The DursleyFigure of Eight

- see also walk 41

16 miles - Strenuous - 9:00 amApproximate duration: 9 hours

Each part of this can be walked as 8 milehalf day walks or you can join both fora challenging 16 mile day walk.See walk 41 at 2.00pm for the 2nd part.

Meet at Market Place DursleyGrid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSThis walk celebrates Dursley’sidentification as a CotswoldGateway Town. The morning walkis a strenuous 8 miles to the east ofDursley around the Uley valley.There will be an hour long lunchbreak in Dursley Town Centrewhere you could visit one of themany eating or drinking places inthe town, the afternoon walk is aslightly less strenuous 8 miles to thewest over Stinchcombe Hill andaround the villages of Stinchcombeand Cam.Leaders Mick, John, Helen and NigelCotswold Wardens & Dursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

36. Cam, Dursley& Uley Greenway

5.5 miles - Moderate - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet at Cam and Dursley RailwayStation

Grid Ref: ST753021Post Code: GL11 5DJFollow the route of the Greenwaydiscussing plans, problems andoptions. Free parking at the railwaystation. At 10:00 am prompt walk tothe bus stop for travel to Dursley,bring bus pass or bus fare - £2.50.You can join at Dursley bus station.Walk through Dursley to Uley Roadwhere the route from Dursley isdiscussed. Then walk to the stationwith brief stops for discussion. Fairlyflat walk but with stiles.Leaders John Fowleswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

Walks - Sunday 6th October37. Short- Circuiting

the Lantern

6 miles - Moderate - 10:00 amApproximate duration: 3 HrsMeet at Market Place Dursley

Grid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSA 6 mile circular walk from DursleyTown Hall using a little known pathin Twinberrow Woods to accessThe Lantern Way towards Uleybefore cutting back on the CotswoldWay. Muddy in places. Twoascents, few stiles.Leaders David A. and David H.Cotswold Voluntary Wardens

38. Walk and DrawArt Walk

2.5 miles - Easy - 11:00 amApproximate duration: 2 hrs.15 minsMeet at Post Box outside Tesco, CamGrid Ref: S0749003Post Code: GL11 5PS

Drawing is calming andabsorbing and it opens your

eyes to new ways of seeing thelandscape around you.

The walk starts through RackleazeWetland area taking local Camfootpaths across fields towardsAshmead, returning down theancient Halmore Lane backtowards Cam Centre.Beginners and experts alike arewelcome, just bring a pencil andsome paper. It is an art walk and wewill stop about 4 times for about 10minutes.There is an opportunity to havelunch or refreshments at Berry Blueat your own cost.Leaders Christina and MagnusCarterDursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.ukBook at www.eventbrite.co.uk

39. 1st DursleyScout Challenge

3.65 miles - ModerateYou can start this walk anytimebetween 12 noon and 2:00 pmApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet at 1st Dursley Scout Hut,Phelps Mill Close, Dursley

Grid Ref: ST758981Post Code: GL11 4GAA moderate walk, mostly off roadincluding some small challengesrun by the scouts.Leader Peter Tootellpetertootell63@gmail.com01453 546637

40. Uley Buryand Cam Long Down

5.5 miles - Moderate - 1.30 pmApproximate duration: 3 hrs

Meet at Market Place, DursleyGrid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSThe route is along the Uley valley,up the Bury and along the ridge tojoin the Cotswold Way, We thendrop down, cross the valley andclimb Cam Long Down and thendescend and return to Dursley, stillon the Cotswold Way.The walk is quite strenuous with atotal height gain of 1100ft and boththe ascents and descents aresteep. There should be good viewsfrom the Bury and Long Down.Leader Daviddursleyramblingclub@gmail.com

Walks - Sunday 6th October(continued)

41. The DursleyFigure of Eight (Part 2)

Start time 2:00 pmPart 1 of this walk started at 09:00 thismorning. You can join this walk for anafternoon walk or link it with thismornings walk (walk 35) for a 16 milewalk.

Meet at Market Place DursleyGrid Ref: ST756981Post Code: GL11 4BSThis walk celebrates Dursley’sidentification as a CotswoldGateway Town. This part of thewalk is a slightly less strenuous 8miles than the morning part, to thewest of Dursley over StinchcombeHill and around the villages ofStinchcombe, Upthorpe and Cam.Leaders Mick, John, Helen and NigelCotswold Wardens & Dursley Welcomes Walkerswww.dursleywelcomeswalkers.org.uk

Sunday 6th October

3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Afternoon Teas

Join us for a cup of tea orcoffee and a slice of cake.

Walkers, visitors and residents all welcome.

Methodist Church Hall, Castle Street,

Dursley. GL11 4BS.

Grid reference ST 756 982 (Opposite Market Place)

A Chance to relax at the end ofthe walking festival.

Cost £3.00 including a free drink refill.

Enjoy other activities in and around DursleyOpen every day of the walking festival - Dursley Heritage CentreA collection of historical items specific to DursleySaturday 5th and Sunday 6th October - Tyndale Arts WeekVenues throughout Dursley (www.tyndaleartsweek.co.uk)Tuesday 8th October - Dursley and Cam SocietyA talk on The History of Farming in Gloucestershire by John PutleyWednesday 9th to Saturday 12th October - The DODS present Hi de Hiat The Chantry Centre (www.thedods.com). Hi de Hi is a joyful, nostalgicevening of laughs. Featuring all your favourite characters from Maplins Holiday Camp.Saturday 12th October - Dursley Farmers Market(https://dursleyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com/)

Saturday 19th October - Dursley and Cam Royal British LegionPoppy Proms 2019 - featuring Wotton & District Silver Band, Dursley MaleVoice Choir and Mary-Jess Leaverland. Tel. 07880 361531 for more info.Friday 29th November - Festive Dursley 2019

Dursley TownCouncil

Cam ParishCouncil