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WALX Wessex

Walk Description:

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Welford Park is a country house and estate in the village of Welford in the English county of Berkshire, situated 5.2 miles northwest of Newbury and 10.9 miles south of Wantage. Whilst of some historical significance, the estate is perhaps best known for its displays of snowdrops in early Spring, and for being the location of The Great British Bake Off since 2014.

The church of Welford St Gregory, one of only two existing round-tower churches in Berkshire, is located adjacent to the house. The various chalk streams that make up the River Lambourn flow through the grounds.

We start in the village of Welford and undertake a 5 mile walk around the countryside around the park then enter the park for the 1 mile snowdrop walk. There is a tea shop on site for us to have a cuppa or bite to eat afterwards. https://www.welfordpark.co.uk/event/snowdrops-at-welford-park/ - there is a £12 charge to enter the park to view the snowdrops (£11 consession). This should be paid on the day at the kisok as we enter the park. Alternatively you can book online at same prices.

I have priced the extra walk at £8 (£6.80 for pre-pay members and FREE for direct debit members).

Suitable for all levels as faster walkers can walk on ahead and then loop back while others walk at their own pace.

Some moderate hills will be included. 

5 miles in total including the optional walk around the park at the end.

Directions: Park at the main car park. Opens at around 10:15am.

Please note you need to wear suitable shoes for nordic walking - walking shoes or lightweight boots are fine as long as they are flexible enough.

Location Notes:

Park in the car park across from Welford Park in snowdrop times (open 10:30am to 5:30pm. Other times park on village roads.