Festival Walks August 2017

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0	Thu 24th Walmer maps...	OPENING CEREMONY This will be held on Walmer Green next to the Lifeboat Station. It will be followed immediately by the first three walks of the festival.	10:00 15 minutes	0 0	WCWF mobile 07940 544211
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1	Thu 24th Walmer maps...	NELSON’S SEAT WALK The walk will go along the seafront to Walmer Castle, then a gentle ascent along quiet roads and paths to fields and woodland. Fine views of The Downs from Nelson’s Seat Gentle ascent, leisurely	10:00 3 hours	6	Diana Backwell 01304 372090
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2	Thu 24th Walmer maps...	A CIRCULAR WALK SOUTH OF WALMER This walk takes us along woodland paths on the chalk downland, inland between Deal and Dover. Our lunch stop will be at the Plough Inn, Ripple. No steep hills, moderate pace	10:00 6 hours	10	John Pitcher WCWF mobile 07940 544211
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3	Thu 24TH Walmer maps...	STARTING AT THE BOTTOM A stroll along the beach, then exploring Rays Bottom, Knights Bottom and Otty Bottom. We’ll pass The Swamp too! Lunch/drink break at Kingsdown pubs. Easy pace, mainly flat with a couple of hills	10:00 3.5 hours	6	Rhona Hodges 01303 258022
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4	Thu 24th Dover maps...	TOUR OF RAMPARTS, BASTIONS AND BATTERIES OF DOVER CASTLE Meet at Broadlees Bottom car park, to the east of castle, opposite Sea Cadets Building. Explore rarely visited areas of Dover Castle and learn more about its military history. Not suitable for children, or dogs. Moderate pace, steep slopes and banks, stout footwear essential! Max. 25 places £3.00 per person	13:00 4 hours	6	Pat Cunningham 07930 361216
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5	Thu 24th Walmer maps...	FISH AND CHIPS WALK Meet at Walmer Railway Station. Walk to Dover via the White Cliffs. Fish and chips in Dover and return (at your own expense) by train or bus. Superb walk, setting sun, twinkling lights of Dover Harbour. Undulating, brisk	17:15 4.25 hours	10.3	Graham Smith 01304 367853
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6	Thu 24th Dover maps...	HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY OF DOVER Meet at Bench Street car park. On this walk, led by a local history expert, you will discover the Dover you never knew existed. It will include new and fascinating insights gleaned from recent excavations. Easy walking Max. 30 people £2.00 per person	18:30 1.5 hours	1	Keith Parfitt Canterbury Archaeological Trust WCWF mobile 07940 544211
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7	Fri 25th Shepherdswell maps...	MINI PILGRIMAGE SHEPHERDSWELL TO DOVER Meet at East Kent Railway Station. Follows the North Downs Way National Trail and the Via Francigena European Pilgrimage route, between Dover and Shepherdswell. Interesting historical insights as you walk. Return by train at own expense. Easy pace Bring a packed lunch.	10:00 6.5 hours	8.5	Pete Morris North Downs Way Trail Manager 07920 792338
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8	Fri 25th Kingsdown maps...	CARERS’ STROLL Meet at the Rising Sun pub for a walk specially designed for people with a disability and/or carers plus anyone who would like to join in a picturesque seaside stroll along the shore to Deal. Refreshments and finish point: Deal Pier. Level, leisurely pace, suitable for wheelchairs	11:00 2 hours	2.7	Sue Mott 07836 283566
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9	Fri 25th Capel-le-Ferne maps...	THE WHITE CLIFFS COASTAL TRAIL: DAY 1 CAPEL TO DOVER Park in The Valiant Sailor pub car park. £2.00 for the day. Outstanding views. Visit Battle of Britain memorial site on the way. Cliff Top Cafe lunch or bring your own. Regular return buses. Cliff walk, some hills £2.00 per car	11:00 4 hours	6.8	Les Preston 01303 863495
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10	Fri 25th Dover maps...	FORT BURGOYNE Meet at the gatehouse at Connaught Barracks in Fort Burgoyne Road. A rare opportunity to explore the fort. Built in the 1860’s to defend the land to the north of Dover Castle, this site is now managed by The Land Trust who are conserving and opening the site to visitors. No unaccompanied under 18s. No dogs. Stout footwear must be worn, some uneven ground, but nothing strenuous Max. 20 places.	14:00 2 hours	1	Chris Valdus The Land Trust 07825 901358
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11	Fri 25th Folkestone maps...	THE WARREN – UNDERCLIFF AND FORESHORE Meet at the car park beside the East Cliff Pavilion, Wear Bay Road. Explore this area of special scientific interest within the natural environment of The Warren. Walk under the cliffs through varied woodland and return along the foreshore. Easy pace with some undulation	14:00 2.5 hours	5	John Grace 01303 250230
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12	Fri 25th Eythorne maps...	LOST RAILWAY TRACKS Meet at The Crown Inn for an early evening walk around Eythorne, Coldred and Waldershare, and see signs of old railway tracks. Supper afterwards at your own expense from 19:30. Phone The Crown to book - 01304 830268 - and mention the Walking Festival. If not eating, please park locally (The Street/Monkton Court Lane Moderate pace	16:30 2.5 hours	6.4	Margaret Lubbock 01304 831011
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13	Sat 26th St Margarets-at-Cliffe maps...	THE WHITE CLIFFS CHALLENGE Start from St Margaret's Village Hall. Entry: long route £8 (non- LDWA £10); shorter route £6 (non- LDWA £8). Includes: Tea and coffee at start, food and drink at checkpoints, meal at finish and certificate. Mug required for drinks. Normal entry via SiEntries. Limit 200 places – closing date for bookings is 18th August. Badge for sale £1.50. Cheque payable to LDWA Kent Group. Online entry at ldwa.org.uk/kent For postal entries and enquiries to: Phyl BUTLER The Boatyard, High Street, Weedon, Northants NN7 4QD ldwa.kg.entries@gmail.com	10:30 runners 08:30 runners	18 32	Graham Smith LDWA Event
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14	Sat 26th Samphire Hoe maps...	REPTILE RAMBLE Meet opposite the Samphire Hoe Education Shelter. Take a gentle stroll around Samphire Hoe, hear about the kinds of places in which reptiles like to live and, with a little luck, see some of the animals in the flesh. Gentle, flat Max. 15 places, parking charge £2.00. Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult.	10:00 1.5 hours	1	Mike Phillips Kent Reptile and Amphibian Group 07540 250320
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15	Sat 26th Dover maps...	THE WHITE CLIFFS COASTAL TRAIL - DAY 2 DOVER TO DEAL Meet at Dover Yacht Club on Dover sea front. A steep climb leads out of Dover. Cliff walk to St. Margaret’s Bay and the Dover Patrol Memorial, then on to Deal. Lunch at the Pines Garden Tea Room or bring your own. Regular return bus and train service available. Undulating, with one flight of steep steps	10:00 6 hours	9.5	Les Preston 01303 863495
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16	Sat 26th Kearsney Abbey maps...	WALK THROUGH A DOWNLAND NATURE RESERVE Meet at car park nearest the café and toilets. A splendid walk over the hills of the Lydden Temple Ewell National Nature Reserve, offering wonderful views. Several steep hills, moderate pace	13:30 3 hours	6	Lesley Stephenson 01304 825102
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17	Sat 26th Dover maps...	DROP REDOUBT Follow North Military Road uphill from Dover Town. At brown tourist sign, turn immediately left on to Drop Redoubt Road and park. See the amazing structures and learn about these excellent examples of British defence from the Napoleonic period through to the Second World War. Some steps, and one low tunnel, nothing strenuous Max. 25 places £2.00 per person	14:00 2 hours	2	Mandy Whall WCWF mobile 07940 544211
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18	Sat 26th Deal maps...	BETTESHANGER COUNTRY PARK WALK Meet at the entrance to Deal Pier. Leisurely walk through old town of Deal to nearby countryside. See how the former spoil heap of Betteshanger Colliery has been transformed. Mostly level with some uneven ground	14:00 2 hours	5	Diana Backwell 01304 372090
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19	Sat 26th Deal maps...	ROYAL MARINES HERITAGE TRAIL PREVIEW Meet on grass between Deal Castle and the sea. The walk previews a fascinating new trail (launch April 2018). Gain an insight into the former RM Depot and the Royal Marines in this area from 1665. Easy pace, flat on town paths	18:00 2 hours	2.5	Bill Butler Founding member of Walmer Royal Marines Heritage Trails 07766 538694
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20	Sun 27th Kearsney Abbey maps...	ALKHAM ADVENTURE   Meet at car park nearest the café and toilets. Discover the Alkham Valley, one of the hidden gems of White Cliffs Country. Brisk pace, hilly	09:30 & 13.30 3.5 & 2 hours	9 6	Graham Smith 01304 367853
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21	Sun 27th Deal maps...	THE WHITE CLIFFS COASTAL TRAIL DAY 3 DEAL TO SANDWICH- Meet near remains of Sandown Castle. A delightful coastal and estuary walk finishing in the medieval town of Sandwich where the Sandwich Festival will be in full progress. Bring snack or late lunch in Sandwich. Good bus service. Flat, easy walk	10:00 4 hours	9.6	Les Preston 01303 863495
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22	Sun 27th St Margarets-at-Cliffe maps...	CLIFFS AND LIGHTHOUSE Meet in the village car park (next to the church). Classic cliff top walk with excellent views via Langdon Cliffs NT (lunch stop at visitor centre or bring your own picnic) and South Foreland Lighthouse. Hilly in places, one set of steep steps, steady pace, not suitable for dogs Hilly in places, one set of steep steps, steady pace, not suitable for dogs.	10:00 4.4 hours	7	Jerry Swallow WCWF mobile 07940 544211
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23	Sun 27th Dover maps...	HISTORY AND WILDLIFE OF THE WESTERN HEIGHTS Meet at Albany Place car park. Discover the fascinating Western Heights on this leisurely walk. Enjoy the splendour, history and views. Picnic on top of Shakespeare Cliff. Undulating, easy pace, dogs on leads welcome £2.00 per person Bring a drink and packed lunch.	11:00 4.5	4	Paul Sampson White Cliffs Countryside Partnership 07773 619121
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24	Sun 27th Northbourne maps...	A SUMMER SUNDAY STROLL Meet at the Parish Hall car park (suggested donation for parking 50p per car). An interesting walk through a mixture of woodland paths, open countryside and some quiet roads, via Betteshanger Church. Undulating, steady pace	14:00 3 hours	6	David Jones 01303 269151
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25	Sun 27th Deal maps...	ROYAL MARINES HERITAGE TRAIL IN DEAL Meet on grass between Deal Castle and the sea. The walk previews a fascinating new trail (launch April 2018). Gain an insight into the former RM Depot and the Royal Marines in this area from 1665. Easy pace, flat on town paths Max. 30 places	18:00 2 hours	2.5	Bill Butler Founding member of Walmer Royal Marines Heritage Trails 07766 538694
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26	Mon 28th Walmer maps...	A BRACING BREAKFAST WALK Start at Kingsdown Road car park (opposite Granville Road). A mixture of coastal, woodland and open country. For those who wish, enjoy a delightful breakfast at the Hope and Lane Cafe (27 The Strand, Walmer, CT14 7DX). Moderately energetic	07:30 2.5 hours	5.5	Les Preston 01303 863495
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27	Mon 28th Lydden maps...	THE 4GOTTEN PITS Park at Lydden Village Hall (situated behind the Lydden Bell pub - Suggested donation for parking 50p per car). Visit the sites of the four Kent collieries which never achieved commercial Production: Stonehall at Lydden, Guilford at Coldred, Hammill near Eastry and Wingham. Pub lunch or bring packed lunch. Hilly, brisk pace, early start, long walk	09:00 8-9 hours	23.6	Peter Jull 01304 36349
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28	Mon 28th Walmer maps...	THE WINDMILL WALK Meet at Walmer Railway Station. Enjoy panoramic views of the sea and countryside on this very popular walk. Pub lunch at the Hare and Hounds, Northbourne or bring a packed lunch. Gentle, undulating	10:00 6 hours	11	Jim Bushnell 07948 149938
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29	Mon 28th Sandwich maps...	SANDWICH BAY WALK Meet in forecourt of Sandwich Guildhall. Walk to beautiful Sandwich Bay via Worth, the marshes and bird-watching area, then return to town via sand dunes and riverside. Flat, moderate pace	10:00 3 hours	6	Richard Blackford 01233 812510
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30	Mon 28th Barfrestone maps...	HEDGEROW AND FIELDS: A FORAGING WE GO! Meet at the Environmental Seals Ltd. factory car park. Discover what Romans left in fields and hedgerows, and what was used in medieval England. Local micro-pub can provide good, simple fare after the walk—booking essential by Wednesday 23rd August, ring 07522 554118. Easy pace, flat Max. 20 places	10:30 2.5 hours	5	John Gilbert 07780 679534
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31	Mon 28th Walmer maps...	SMUGGLERS’ WALK Meet at Kingsdown Road car park (opposite Granville Road). Children, bring your parents along to a thrilling smugglers’ walk! Dress up as a smuggler, paint your face and wear a hat! Get your loot from the pirates and smuggle it along a sea walk, out of sight of the nasty customs men! They will try to catch you! Mainly flat, one hill, gentle pace Parents free, children £1 each, up to 4 children per adult. Max. 40 places	18:00 2.5 hours	2.8	Sue Mott 07836 283566
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32	Tue 29th Goodnestone maps...	JANE’S FOOTSTEPS Meet at the Fitzwalter Room just by the gate of Goodnestone Park. Park in car park for the gardens. The ramble will snake about the picturesque countryside surrounding Goodnestone and conclude with the Serpentine Walk often trodden by Jane Austen. Some readings and history along the way. Lunch at the Fitzwalter Arms. Moderate pace over very gently undulating fields	09:30 6.5 hours	9	Rowena Pearce 01304 614789
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33	Tue 29th Deal maps...	CHANNEL TALES – A STORYTELLER’S PERSPECTIVE Meet at the entrance to Deal Pier, walk across the cliffs to St. Margaret’s - at - Cliffe. On the way, be entertained by tales of dastardly doings on this stretch of coast, from pre- history to today. Suitable for adults and accompanied children of 8 years and over. Picnic on the way then return by bus. Undulating, easy pace	10:00 5 hours	5	Roisin Murray 07932 794251
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34	Tue 29th Dover maps...	TOUR OF RAMPARTS, BASTIONS AND BATTERIES OF DOVER CASTLE Meet at Broadlees Bottom car park, to the east of castle, opposite Sea Cadets Building. Explore rarely visited areas of Dover Castle and learn more about its military history Not suitable for children, or dogs. Moderate pace, steep slopes and banks, stout footwear essential!	13:00 4 hours	6	Pat Cunningham 07930 361216
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35	Tue 29th Ripple maps...	THE ICE CREAM WALK Meet at “Solley’s Farm Ice Cream”, the Dairy car park. Stroll around the pleasant countryside, followed by a conducted tour of the ice cream factory and a chance to have an ice cream. Undulating, easy pace Max. 30 places £4.50 per person (Ice cream included in price)	15:00 3 hours	3	Nigel & Bev Cussans 01304 611834
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36	Tue 29th Dover maps...	HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY OF DOVER Meet at Bench Street car park. On this walk, led by a local history expert, you will discover the Dover you never knew existed. It will include new and fascinating insights gleaned from recent excavations. Easy walking Max. 30 people £2.00 per person	18:30 1.5 hours	1	Keith Parfitt Canterbury Archaeological Trust WCWF Mobile 07940 544211
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37	Wed 30th Newington maps...	HILLS OF THE SAXON SHORE WAY Meet at Newington Village Hall (suggested donation for parking 50p per car). Delightful views across the English Channel from the North Downs. Lunch stop: Valiant Sailor pub, Capel-le-Ferne. Moderate, some steep hills	10:00 6.5 hours	11	Averil & Steve Brice 01303 892252
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38	Wed 30th Sandwich maps...	ST. PETER’S TOWER AND SANDWICH TOWN ‘WALLS’ WALK Meet in the Sandwich Guildhall forecourt. Opportunity to ascend church tower for splendid views. Fee of £3.00. To be followed by a walk of the town ‘walls’ taking in many historical aspects. Flat, leisurely pace Max. 20 places	10:00 2.5 hours	1.5	Nigel & Bev Cussans 01304 611834
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39	Wed 30th Walmer maps...	KINGSDOWN WOOD HILL Meet at Kingsdown Road car park (opposite Granville Road). Country footpaths and village streets leading to this ancient woodland. Fine views over the channel. Undulating, easy pace	10:00 2 hours	4.5	Diana Backwell 01304 372090
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40	Wed 30th Dover maps...	TOWN TO DOWN Meet outside The Ark, Noah's Ark Road. A gentle walk, from housing to hilltop meadows on the top of Whinless Down and High Meadow. Fantastic views. Hear about the meadow wildlife and prehistory. Bring a packed lunch and drink. Gradual uphill, then flatter, easy pace	11:00 2.5 hours	3	Melanie Wrigley White Cliffs Countryside Partnership 01304 241806
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41	Wed 30th Samphire Hoe maps...	SAMPHIRE HOE ADVENTURE Meet at Samphire Hoe Education Shelter. Come and join in a family walk to west beach and back. On the beach we will do a scavenger hunt, the pebble challenge and search for Hag Stones. Easy pace, pushchair friendly on paths then on to shingle Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult. Parking: £2.00.	14:00 1.5 hours	1.5	Paul Holt White Cliffs Countryside Partnership 01304 225649
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42	Wed 30th Dover maps...	THE CHAIRMAN’S CLOSING WALK Meet at Kearsney Abbey, car park nearest the café and toilets. Walk in the woods above Kearsney and enjoy views of the Alkham Valley. Hilly, moderate pace	14:00 2 hours	4.5	Margaret Lubbock 01304 831011
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