WALKING FESTIVALCorsham

THE SMALL PRINT

BOOKING ARRANGEMENTS

Booking opens on Monday 1st April 2019. You can book using:

• www.corshamwalkingfestival.org.uk

• Visit: The Pound Arts Centre, Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9HX or Phone 01249 701628 Box Office opening hours Mon-Fri 10.00-18.00: Sat 10.00-16.00.

• Bookings close 14.00hrs the day before the relevant walk.

Payment by cash, cheque or credit/debit cards. A booking fee of £1 will be added to the total ticket value in a single transaction.

Confirmation of purchase will be provided during the booking process.

All enquiries to The Pound Arts Centre Box Office Tel. 01249 701628

For full details please visit the Walking Festival website at:www.corshamwalkingfestival.org.uk

TERMS & CONDITIONS

● The walk leaders are in charge of the walk. Their decision on participation is final. You need to choose a walk suitable for your ability. The walk leaders are experienced but have to take your word that you are sufficiently fit for your chosen grade of walk.

● In the event of any unforeseen circumstances, the Corsham Walking Festival reserves the right to change or cancel a walk without prior notice.

● Booking fees are non-refundable.

● Dogs (other than assistance dogs) are regrettably not permitted on walks; except for SUN8. Please bring water for dogs.

● A responsible adult must accompany vulnerable people, including young people under 18 years old.

● You are responsible for your own personal safety (or must be accompanied by an adult who is). Whilst we endeavour to make all our walks as safe and as enjoyable as possible, any event attended is done so at your own risk. Due care has been exercised in organising the Walking Festival, however the Committee and sponsors accept no liability for loss, accident or injury caused to any person during the festival. You are advised to check your own personal accident cover before taking part.

● Appropriate footwear and clothing must be worn.

● Bring food and drinks and packed lunches for longer walks

● Photos and videos will be taken throughout the festival weekend (with the exception of the Children's Treasure Hunt) and may be used for publicity purposes.

● By making your booking you are agreeing to the above terms & conditions.

Welcome to the 6th Corsham Walking Festival

Corsham is a medieval market town that lies on the fringe of theCotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Choose fromeighteen guided walks plus a varied free programme.

Extend you weekend with the Saturday evening buffet and quiz.

Come and join in the fun whatever your walking ability. You willreceive a warm welcome in our Walkers Are Welcomeaccredited town.

Places are limited - walks fill fast, so advanced booking isstrongly advised. Booking opens on the 1st April see Booking Arrangements.

GRADINGSEASY: Mostly level terrain; suitable for most walkers

MODERATE: Some short steep gradients or rough terrain; some stiles

CHALLENGING: Requires fitness and stamina; steep gradients, stiles

GENERAL INFORMATION ● Parking is FREE at the Springfield Community Campus, SN13 9DN

● All walkers are to register prior to the start of the walk

● All walks will start promptly

● Walking distances and durations are approximate

● All walks are suitable for adults and children as indicated (but see Terms and Conditions)

● Please car share and use public transport when possible

● Share via @corshamwalkfest, #corshamwalkfest

CORSHAM WALKING FESTIVAL 2019 IS SUPPORTED BY:

Original Design by Tricia McLeod Printed by Corsham Print

The Late Lord Methuen’s Charitable Trust

Church Farm B&B

7 - 9JUNE 2019www.corshamwalkingfestival.org.uk

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FRIDAY 7TH JUNE

SATURDAY 8TH JUNE

Corsham Walking Festival will be opened at 12:00 pm onFriday 7th June in The Springfield Community Campus,Beechfield Road, SN13 9DN.

Walk FRI1: South of Corsham8 miles, Moderate, 4.25 hrs, 12:15 Springfield Campus, £4Our opening circular walk with views to Westbury and the Great Cheverellescarpment. Sponsored by Airbus

Walk FRI2: Hartham Grounds and Weavern Wonders6 miles, Moderate, 4.5 hrs, 13:00 Springfield Campus, £5 includes donation toAsthma UKA unique opportunity to see Hartham Estate’s grounds returning via Weavern'sancient woodland. By kind permission of Hartham Park and Church Farm B&B.

Walk FRI3: Corsham Park Amble5 miles, Easy, 3 hrs, 14:00 Springfield Campus, £4A gentle walk through Corsham Park viewing the Court and lake beforereturning through open fields via Easton and Westrop.

Walk SUN1: Box, St Catherines and Marshfield Long Loop17.5 miles. Challenging. 8 hrs duration. 08:30 from The Selwyn Hall free car park, Valens Terrace, Box, SN13 8NT, £4, 16+ A breath-taking circular route via Bannerdown, the secluded St Catherine’s Valleyto Marshfield before returning via Euridge and the peaceful By Brook valley.Sponsored by Airbus Walk SUN2: Nordic Walking Taster - see SAT2 for details Walk SUN3: Corsham Bounds14 miles, Moderate, 8 hrs, 09:00 Springfield Campus, £4, 16+A new circular route via Corsham Park to visit the outlying villages of Easton,Gastard, Neston and Box Hill. Many places of interest on the walk and superbcountryside views. Walk SUN4: A Murder Mystery - see SAT4 for detailsWalk SUN5: Hidden Valleys, Woods and Panoramas11.5 miles, Challenging, 6 hrs, 09:30 Springfield Campus, £4, 16+ A circular walk out to Colerne with secluded valleys and far-reaching views.Sponsored by BCH CampingWalk SUN6: Castle Combe’s Babbling Brooks & Reserve8 miles, Moderate, 5.5 hrs, 10:00 from Castle Combe upper free car park, SN147HH, £5 includes donation to Cotswold Voluntary WardensWalk with Cotswold Voluntary Wardens, to visit a secluded nature reserve.Walk SUN7: Biddestone, Slaughterford and Colerne Loop8.5 miles, Challenging, 5 hrs, 10:00 at Biddestone Green, SN14 7DG, £4, 16+ A walk across the By Brook Valley steeped in history and boundless views.Walk SUN8: Walkies3 miles, 2 hrs, Easy, 10:30 from Box Common, SN13 8HN, FREE but pleasebook in advance, 8+. Donations to Guide Dogs for the Blind.A walk specially designed for dogs and their owners. Dogs must be able tomanage stiles and be on a lead when requested by the walk leader.Walk SUN9: Charmy Down and the Splendours of St. Catherines10 miles, Challenging, 5 hrs, 10:30, Market Place, Marshfield, SN14 8NP, £4, 16+ Walk to Charmy Down’s disused airfield with views towards the Mendips.Return via charming St Catherine’s Valley and Court and the out-of-the-wayOakford Valley.Walk SUN10: Hazelbury Challenge7.5 miles, Challenging, 4.5 hrs, 11:00 from The Selwyn Hall Car Park (Free),Valens Terrace, Box, SN13 8NT, £4, 16+An opportunity to follow the By Brook and walk the numerous paths aroundHazelbury Manor and return via Lacy Wood, Box.Walk SUN11: Living on the Sun4 miles, Easy, 3 hrs, 11:00 from Springfield Campus, FREE but please book inadvance, Donations to TRANSCOCO optionalCome with TRANSCOCO to see local sustainability in action - a communityorchard, wildflower community garden and solar power installations. Walk SUN12: In and Around Corsham5 miles, Easy, 3.5 hrs, 13:30 Springfield Campus, £4An informative walk without stiles with views of important houses and thesurrounding countryside. Sponsored by David Ingram Residential

Walk SAT1: Brown’s Folly19 miles, Challenging, 9 hrs, 08:30 Springfield Campus, £4, 16+A circular walk to Brown’s Folly Nature Reserve along paths across rolling hillsand valleys.Sponsored by Airbus

Walk SAT2: Nordic Walking Taster2 miles, Easy, 1 hr, 09:00 Springfield Campus, FREE but please book, 16+Learn how Nordic walking can mobilise the whole body. Sponsored by Chafing Thighs

Walk SAT3: Cotswold Corsham to Georgian Bath11 miles, Moderate, 6 hrs, 09:00 Springfield Campus, £4, 16+A linear walk from Corsham via hamlets and the rolling countryside to the centre of Bath. NB: Linear walk so make own arrangements from Bath back to Springfield Campus.Good bus service (X31); bring bus pass if applicable. Sponsored by BCH Camping

Walk SAT4: A Murder Mystery 2 miles, Easy, 2 hrs, starts between 09:00 – 14:00 from the Springfield Campus,FREE but please book in advanceA local self-guided walk for teams of 2 – 4 to solve a murder mystery. A mapand questions are provided - you must finish by 16:30. Prizes donated by Automattic Comics and Toys of Corsham for the highestscoring team.

Walk SAT5: Lacock Loop and Village 10 miles, Moderate, 5.5 hrs, 09:30 from the Springfield Campus, £4, 16+Circular walk to the National Trust village of Lacock including a short tour of the village. Sponsored by Carl Todd Clinic

SATURDAY EVENING QUIZ & BUFFET SUPPER 19:00 – 23:00. Springfield Campus, Corsham, £12

Fun quiz open to all. Bring a team (max 6), or join a team onthe night, to compete for The Golden Boots. Price includesdelicious buffet supper. For special dietary needs pleasenotify when booking. Paying bar available. Raffle for WiltshireAir Ambulance.

SUNDAY 9TH JUNEWalk SAT6: Wild Flower Walk4 miles, Moderate, 3 hrs, 09:30 Quarryman’s Arms, SN13 8HN, Box, £5 includesdonation to Plantlife

Walk with a wildflower enthusiast to identify wild plants, with their curious namesand folklore. Optional lunch at Quarryman's Arms, not included in walk fee.

Walk SAT7: West of Castle Combe9 miles, Moderate, 5 hrs, 10:00 from the Castle Combe Market Cross, SN14 7HT,free car parking at upper Castle Combe car park, SN14 7HH, £4

A circular walk following the Broadmead Brook valley out to West Kingtonbefore returning to Castle Combe via North Wraxall. Secluded valleys and ridgetop views.

Walk SAT8: Circular Route Through the Avon and Frome Valleys9.6 miles, Moderate, 5 hrs duration, 10:00 from Bailey’s Barn the Canal andRivers Trust pay car park, Bradford on Avon (BoA), BA15 1BX, £4, 16+

A walk lead by the BoA Walkers are Welcome. This is a circular walk through thevalleys of the Rivers Avon and Frome passing Farleigh Castle and Iford.

Walk SAT9: The Hidden Quarries of Box Hill7.5 miles, Moderate, 5 hrs including a 1-hour talk, 10:30 from the SpringfieldCampus, £5 includes donation to Wiltshire Air Ambulance

A circular walk taking in Box Common, with wonderful views over the By BrookValley. An expert on the history of the Box Hill mines will give a fascinating andinformative talk

Walk SAT10: Mindfulness1.5 miles, Easy, 2 hrs including time for tea and a chat, 10:30 from SpringfieldCampus, FREE but please book in advance, 12+

An introduction to walking meditation. No meditation experience necessary.

Sponsored by People Business Psychology

Walk SAT11: Hidden in Plain Sight2 miles, Easy, 2 hrs, 15:00 Springfield Campus, FREE but please book inadvance, Donations to TRANSCOCO optional. Walk with Transcoco using zoom-in hand lenses to see lichens, mosses and ferns on walls and trees. They'realways there. You never noticed!

Walk SAT12: Children’s Treasure Hunt 1.5 miles, Easy, 1 hr, Start time anytime between 14:30 – 15:30 from SpringfieldCampus, you must finish by 16:30. FREE but please book children in advance

Encourages children to discover Corsham – a fun self-guided hunt. Suitable for5-12 year olds accompanied by an adult

Prizes donated by Automattic Comics and Toys of Corsham

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