Events - November 2009  

EXHIBITION: Tales of the Riverbank

Come along to our special exhibition depicting the history and natural history of the Blackwater Valley, showing how man’s activity has helped to shape the riparian environment and the change from working area and resource to amenity landscape. Organised jointly by Blackwater Valley Country Partnership and Surrey Heath Museum. Venue: Surrey Heath Museum, Knoll Road, Camberley GU15 3HD. Tel:01276 707284. Open Wednesday to Saturday 11am - 5pm.
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WALK: Farnham Town Walk

Join a local guide and take a walk of around 2-3 miles to discover more about the history of this Georgian town. Meet at the Wagon Yard car park at the bottom of Downing Street, Farnham. Costs £3 for adults, children free. All the money goes to local chariites. For more details ring 01252 718119. This walk is held on the first Sunday of each month.
  

WALK: Friend’s of Lavell’s Lake Bird walk

Lavell’s Lake is rich in bird life, which is attracted to the reed beds, shallow scrapes and quiet surroundings. Two hides are available for viewing. On the second Sunday of every month join the Friends of Lavell’s Lake for a walk around the Park. Time: 9am-12 noon. Cost: Members free, donation of £1 for non-members. Meet: Sandfords Lane car park opposite the Black Swan Sailing Club, Dinton Pastures Country Park, Davis Street, Hurst, Berks RG10 0TH.
 

WALK: Autumn Glory

Enjoy the late Autumn colour on this gentle 4 mile ramble through the woodlands and fields and along the quiet lanes in the Chobham area. Dogs on leads welcome. Times: 2pm. Meet at Chobham Place Woods car park, Valley End Road, Chobham, Surrey GU24 8TW off the old Windsor road B383. Organised by Surrey Heath Rangers. For more details contact Surrey Heath Borough Council. Tel: 01276 707100 or email: enquiries@surreyheath.gov.uk
 

WALK: The Countryside in Autumn - Popes & Peacocks

This is one of a series of regular mid-week circular walks organised by the Bracknell Forest R.o.W. Ranger. There are three categories: Moderate, Rambler and All Day. Today’s walk is a Rambler walk covering up to 7 miles and lasting about 2½ hours. Meet for a 10.30am start at Pope’s Meadow, St Marks Road, Binfield RG42 4AY. Grid ref: SU: 844 698. For more details contact the R.o.W. Ranger on 07776 160812.
 

HEALTH WALK: Lanes and Parks

Get ‘active for life’ and keep fit by taking a steady 3-mile walk at 3 mph every second Wednesday of the month. Each walk is led by a Ranger so just turn up at 10am. This month the walk will be around Savernake Park. Meet at Savernake Park car park, off Savernake Way, Bracknell RG12 0UX Organised by the Bracknell Forest Rangers, contact 01344 354400/354441 for more details.
 

WALK: The Wild Side of Sandhurst

Join the Blackwater Valley for a walk covering about 5 miles and taking in some of the wilder areas of Sandhurst round Wildmoor Heath & Snaprails Park. Time 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Meet at Sandhurst Memorial Park car park, Yorktown Road, Sandhurst. Grid ref: SU 842 613. This walk has been organised by the Blackwater Valley Walkers’ Link, for more details ring 01252 331353.
 

Tree Surgery Explained at Lily Hill Park

Come and see arboriculturists at work and meet the Bracknell Forest Council’s tree officers as they explain why and how they work on trees. Time: 2pm – 3.30pm. Cost: Free. Meet: North car park, Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, RG12 2RX. Booking essential. Organised by Bracknell Forest Council. Ring 01344 354400/354441 to book and for more details.
 

WALK: Wander the Wey: Newark to Ripley

Join the National Trust River Wey volunteers for this 4.5 mile circular walk around the central part of the Wey Navigation. Time: 11pm. Meet: Newark Road car park (off the B367), near Ripley. For more information contact 01483 561389 or Email riverwey@nationaltrust.org.uk
 

TALK: The Surrey Wildlife Trust Grazing Project

James Adler, SWT Grazing Manager, will describe how the SWT has been introducing cattle back onto the reserves to benefit biodiversity. Time: 2.45pm. Cost: £2 for non-members. Meet: The Guildford Institute, Ward Street, Guildford.
 

EVENT: Christmas Craft Centre

A chance to buy some unusual gifts from visiting craftspeople at the Rural Life Centre, Reeds Road, Tilford, nr Farnham GU10 2DL. Admission charges apply. For more information ring 01252 795571. Email: info@rural-life.org.uk or visit www.rural-life.org.uk
 

WALK: The Countryside in Autumn - Around Broadmoor

This is one of a series of regular mid-week circular walks organised by the Bracknell Forest R.o.W. Ranger. There are three categories: Moderate, Rambler and All Day. Today’s walk is a Rambler walk covering up to 7 miles and lasting about 2½ hours. Meet for a 10.30am start at Wildmoor car park, Crowthorne Road, RG45 7PP. Grid ref: SU 842 630. For more details contact the R.o.W Ranger on 07776 160812.
 

WALK: Historic Heathlands at Yateley

A gentle walk around the Minstry of Defence area of Yateley Common, to try and discover some of the historic secrets of the area. Heathlands abound with history and Yateley Common has more than most. From the A30/B3272 roundabout take Bloomsbury Way and immediately turn right into Woodside. Time: 11am - 1pm. Meet: at the small car park on the right. Grid ref: SU 843 592. Organised by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. For further details contact Alex Cruickshank on 01256 381190. This walk may be subject to cancellation due to military training, so please call to check a few days before the date.
 

WALK: Tree identification in Winter

How do you identify trees without their leaves? Join the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust on this easy stroll around Frimley Lodge Park to see if you can name trees that "all look the same" in their winter state. Meet at 2pm outside the pavilion, Frimley Lodge Park, Sturt Road, Frimley Green. Come prepared for the weather and walking off the main paths. Will last 1½ - 2 hours.  All ages welcome. Well behaved dogs also.
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WALK: Winter Family Walk at Larks Hill

Get out and enjoy the fresh air and country views, with snippets of Warfield history along the way. Approximately 3 miles. Dogs on leads welcome. Time: 2pm – 3pm. Cost: Free. Meet: Larks Hill car park, Harvest Ride, Warfield, RG42 2QD. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers. Ring 01344 354400/354441 for more details.
 

• Event organised by Blackwater Valley Countryside Partnership