Walking Weekend Chiltern Hills West
Friday 18 February 2022 16:00 - Sunday 20 February 2022
(2 nights)
From £289.00
Listed by Spice National
Overview
The area really is perfect for all levels and ability of walkers, with pleasant gentle strolls, and also some more challenging routes. These chalk downlands provide great habitats and we shall be exploring the best of what is on offer against the picturesque villages and grassland meadows.
On one day we are likely to be exploring the area known as Christmas Common with hills noted for their fine views over the surrounding countryside. During our walk we will visit an enchanting village pond at Russell’s water and tarry a while at the church near ‘Peas-grow-hill’ spelt Pishill. This fine quiet walk has some good climbs during the day and makes for a perfect introduction to the area and finishes in the Fox and Hounds a small cosy old-style pub. There are so many other good walks here we may do something else but the decision will be made closer to the time.
On our second day we will probably stay local and explore the area immediately adjacent to the hotel. From the village we can break out towards Beacon and Ashton Hill to survey from where we came. The harder walkers could extend by visiting Stokenchurch and then everyone can head back via footpaths, bridleways and tracks to Kingston Blount and Aston Rowant before heading home energized and refreshed.
So whether you simply wish to catch up with your friends and have a relaxing weekend away or if you like getting out in the fresh air and having some excellent walks and exercise then this is an ideal weekend for you.
Covid: This weekend will be run in accordance with Covid regulations at the time of the event - should we not be able to run the weekend due to Covid restrictions you will be entitled to a credit note or refund.
Includes
2 nights accommodation, 2 evening meals, 2 breakfasts, 2 picnic lunches, 2 guided walks (with a choice of a hard or moderate option each day)
Extras
Transport to walks. local transport (if used)
Guests: Guests & Non Members who are new to Spice are welcome to book at a £36 supplement though they may prefer to join to obtain the member rate and any deals that may be available at the time of booking/joining. Please call your local office to enquire about booking as a guest.
Location & Itinerary
To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, we will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-13 miles with up to 2000+ft of ascent, and a moderate walk of 8-9 miles with less ascent.
Travel & Stay
The Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel blends a classic architecture with all necessary comforts. Its friendly services and a comfortable atmosphere make guests feel at home. This beautifully renovated inn has comfy, modern rooms with air conditioning and is near the border of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. The Kite restaurant offers freshly prepared and carefully sourced produce, served in relaxed surroundings, while the hotel bar tries to convey a traditional pub feel. All rooms have plasma TV screens and internet access. On-site parking is available. All in all, this makes an ideal base for our weekend away!
By Car: OX49 5SQ
From London:
Take the A40 and then the M40 to junction 6. At junction 6, take the B4009 exit to Watlington/P.Risborough. Turn right onto B4009 and then continue onto A40. After 0.1miles turn Left onto London Road / A40 and then turn left onto Butts Way. The hotel is on the left Thame Lambert Hotel.
From Manchester and Birmingham
Take the M6 towards London signed London/M1/M42/M40. Then at Junction 4A follow signs for M42 (S)/M5/London (S & W)/M40/Birmingham (S)/N.E.C/Airport and merge onto M42. Stay on the M42 for miles for 8.5miles until junction 3A, exit here onto M40 toward London/Warwick/Stratford. In 64.3miles at junction 6, take the B4009 exit to Watlington/P.Risborough Watlington P. Riseborough and turn left onto B4009. In 0.4 miles turn Left onto A40. After 0.1miles turn Left onto London Road / A40 and then turn left onto Butts Way. The hotel is on the left Thame Lambert Hotel.
By Train:
The nearest railway station to the Hotel is Princes Risborough 7 miles away. There are a regular services from here.
Taxis: Princes Risborough
Brittania Cars UK: 01844 279100
Thame Taxis & Chinnor Cabs: 01844 216161
Rely on Taxis: 01844 760047
By Bus: From London: Have a butchers at the bus called the Oxford Tube. We’ve not taken it but it looks to be a very regular service from London going three times an hour even on a Sunday. It also looks to be a very reasonable price. It goes to within 1 mile of the hotel to a place called Lewknor where you could grab a taxi. See if it works for you and report back to WalkWise on whether it worked for you.
Check Prices and use the ones above if you can.
Taxis nearby Hotel:
BNM Private Hire: 07855 565254 (£15.00 minimum charge but does take card)
There is one other option but it’s quite complicated. If a few of you are coming from London arriving and departing at the same time on the Oxford tube then contact Andrew at WalkWise 0774 894 2263 or andrew@walkwise.co.uk and he might be able to organise an eight seater pick up for you.
Overall travel contacts http://www.travelline.org.uk 0871 200 22 33
If you are having problems finding the centre, please call them directly, or you could call one of the WalkWise guides…they run the events even if they are not on them.
Andrew Casey: 07748 942263
Gideon Wheater: 07809 070257
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Double Ensuite Share | £239.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Twin Ensuite Share | £239.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Sole Occupancy Ensuite | £289.00 | Available |
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