Events - June 2011  

WALK: Guildford Town Walks

Go through 1,000 years of history on a walk that will take you past some of the most interesting buildings in Guildford. Discover the history of Guildford as a centre of industry, trade and transport with visits to the Abbot's Hospital, St Mary's Church, the Undercroft and the Castle grounds. Walks start from Tunsgate Arch, which is located half-way up the High Street (opposite the Guildhall Clock), Guildford. Walks lasts 70-90 minutes and are free. For more details contact Guildford Tourist Information Centre. Tel: 01483 444333. Or visit the website
 

WALK: A Date With Nature

Join the Wokingham and Bracknell branch of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds on a monthly walk around Dinton Pastures Country Park. Children under 18 must be accompanied. Time: 9am – 12.30pm. Meet in the main car park at Dinton Pastures Country Park. Cost: £1, children free (proceeds to RSPB).
 

WALK: Farnham Town

Join a local guide on this walk to discover more about the history of this Georgian town. Meet at Wagon Yard car park at the bottom of Downing Street. Time: 11am – 1pm. Covers 2-3 miles. Adults £3, children free. Money goes to local charities. This is a regular walk held on the first Sunday of each month. For more details ring 01252 718119.
 

WALK: Minley Lake  10am

A gentle, one hour, circular walk along mostly man-made tracks, through trees and skirting the lake. This is one of a programme of supervised health walks offered by Surrey Heath Walking for Health and is ideal for new walkers, unfit or recovering from illness / injury. Meet opposite the entrance to Hawley Lake Sailing Club, GU17 9LP. Sorry no dogs. For more details contact Surrey Heath Walking for Health, Surrey Heath Borough Council. Tel: 01276 707100. Email: enquiries@surreyheath.gov.uk
 

WALK: Frimley Green & Deepcut 10am – 12 noon

Walk along the canal, over heath, hills and woodland. One of a programme of supervised health walks offered by Surrey Heath Walking for Health, suitable for regular walkers and those reasonably fit. Meet at Pistachio’s in the Park Café, Frimley Lodge Park, GU16 6HY. Sorry no dogs. Refreshment available at start and end. For more details contact Surrey Heath Walking for Health, Surrey Heath Borough Council. Tel: 01276 707100. Email: enquiries@surreyheath.gov.uk
 

WALK: Przewalski Horses and Other Wildlife at Eelmoor Marsh 10.15am – 3.30pm:

Join Betty Hansell, Conservation Advisor for QinetiQ, and visit this site of special scientific interest near Farnborough – to see orchids and other wildlife and learn about the site’s management.  Booking essential by Sunday 5th. Numbers are strictly limited. Bring a picnic lunch. Sorry no dogs or children. Suggested donation £2.50. organised by Hampshire Wildlife Trust. Contact: Mary.  Tel: 01962 864440. For more details visit the website
 

WALK: Solstice Walk with National Trust Dapdune Wharf 7.30am

Walk the whole 20 miles of the Wey Navigations – from Godalming Godalming Wharf, Godalming, it’s downhill all the wey! Will take about eight hours so bring a packed lunch. Dogs on leads welcome. Organised by National Trust Dapdune Wharf. Tel: 01483 561 389. Email: riverwey@nationaltrust.org.uk For more details visit the website
 

WALK: Midsummer Walk Round Ash 10am – 11am

Enjoy a gentle walk aof around 2 miles round the local area followed by some special ‘features’ to mark midsummer: readings from A Midsummer’s Night Dream and tea or coffee with summer pudding! Meet at The Chapel, Wharf Road, Ash Vale, Surrey, GU12 5BA. Dorry, no dogs. This is a regular walk that takes place on the last Friday of every month. For more details contact  Eric Marsh. Tel: 01252 323253.
 

WALK: Heathland, Hills & History   10am

 A pleasant walk round some of Aldershot’s heathland combining the area’s heathland and history with a few hills that will give unrivalled views around Caesar’s Camp – so be prepared for a steep climb. Meet at the Wellington Statue car park, Claycart Road, Aldershot GU11 1QA. The walk covers between 5-6 miles and does include a steep hill – worth it for the views.Organised by the BV Walker’s Link. For more details ring 01252 331353.
 

WALK: South Hill Park – tour of the grounds   2pm – 3pm

Guided walk to discover the progress of the exciting Heritage Lottery funded restoration works to the grounds of this Grade II Registered Park of Special Historical Interest. Suitable for all ages. Come to South Hill Park Art Centre main entrance, Ringmead, Bracknell RG12 7PA. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers. Tel:  01344 354400 / 354441. For more information visit the website
 

WALK: Regular Health Walk from Basingstoke Canal Centre
10.45am for 11am start

Monthly walk of about 2 miles on the last  Sunday of every month organised by Rushmoor Healthy Living. Meet at the Basingstoke Canal Centre, Mytchett Place Road, Mytchett, GU16 6DD. Sorry no dogs. Rushmoor Healthy Living – Step into Nature. Contact: Christine Pieters.  Tel: 01252 362662. Email: christine.pieters@rushmoorhealthyliving.org.uk
 

WILDLIFE WALK: Bisley Butterfly and Dragonfly Hunt   1pm – 3pm

Join Surrey Wildlife Trust Ranger Steve Proud for a walk around Bisley Common looking at the butterflies and dragonflies that reside there. Binoculars and field guides would be useful. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing. Sorry no dogs. Suggested donation, adults £2, children £1  Booking essential. Meet at Bisley Common car park. GU24 9ER. Contact:  Steve Proud.  Tel:  07891 640140. Email: Stephen.proud@surreywt.org.uk Visit the website:
 

WALK: Discover the Countryside in Spring - Around Cabbage Hill
10.30am – 1pm

Part of a regular series of monthly mid-week walks. This month is a ramlber walk of up to 7 miles. Meets at Jocks Lane Recreation Ground car park, off B3018 Binfield Road, Bracknell, RG12 2BH. Grid ref: SU 859 704. Organised by Bracknell Forest Rangers. Tel: 01344 354400 / 354441. For more information visit the website on
 

• Event organised by Blackwater Valley Countryside Partnership