Coffee Morning Walk No. 3: ‘Give the Princess a Wave’
Meet for coffee at 10 am; the walk starts at 10:30. A varied walk in the attractive Avening Valley, with views towards Nailsworth and Minchinhampton. We walk to the historic village of Avening and return via Longman's Barn and Hazel wood. Lunch available at the cafe after the walk if required.
The walk is through fields and woods – some climbs but nothing too steep. Avening Church was founded by Queen Matilda, the wife of William the Conqueror, in1080 AD. Royal connections continue with Gatcombe Park, the home of Princess Anne located nearby. Image courtesy of gloucestershirepubs.co.uk.
This walk is organised by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens, the voluntary arm of the Cotswolds Conservation Board. These walks offer an interesting and often entertaining way of exploring our wonderful Cotswold countryside and landscape. All walks by the Voluntary Wardens are FREE OF CHARGE however donations are welcome and help us to take care of the countryside.
PLEASE: always remember to wear appropriate footwear because some walks may be steep and muddy in places. Dogs are not allowed on walks, except guide dogs and hearing dogs. It is advisable to check the website or call the Cotswolds Conservation Board (07841 663607) beforehand for details of any changes, particularly during bad weather.
| Difficulty: Moderate |
| Date: Wed August 14, 2024 |
| Time: 10:30 AM |
| Duration: 3.5 hours |
| Distance: 5.0 miles |
| OS Grid Ref: ST 853 995 |
| Map Ref: W3W :///winged.outsiders.cookie |
| Starting Point: The Garden Centre, Avening Rd., Nailsworth, GL6 0BS Avening Rd. is the B4014 which joins the A46 in the centre of Nailsworth. Meet in the cafe for coffee at 10 am; the walk starts at 10:30. |
| Stile Free: No |
| Leader: Eric Brown, Brian Mundy |
| Organiser: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens |