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Programme of Walks

 No.63

 July to October 2010

 www.stainesramblersgroup.org.uk

THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION

STAINES GROUP COMMITTEE

Emergency Programme Organisers

Bill Grace (walk programme entries – dates etc.)

Margaret Daborn (putting it all together)

Trish Wigley (distribution)

Chairman’s Comments: 

Programme No. 63 has dropped onto our doormats (thanks again to leaders and organisers) with another mix of walks leading us through Summer, into the Autumn of the Ramblers 75th. year. Celebration/publicity walks around Britain will soon reach the South East/London area. Look out for articles in Walk magazine issued to RA members, and see web site: www.ramblers75.org.uk/baton-walks

The annual Ramblers National AGM 2010 took place back in April at Royal Holloway College, Egham, announcing the election of Julia Bradbury (BBC TV outdoor theme presenter) to Ramblers President. Ramblers welcomed this news as part of the drive to encourage more people of all ages to join us (124,000+ members) to enjoy the labyrinth of footpaths and access this country uniquely offers, and to support the campaigns to maintain, such as no other walking organisation does, or can.

Happy hiking all.

From the Committee

Updates by Email

We regularly circulate programme updates and group information by email. If you would like to join the distribution list, send your email address and your full name to the Webmaster, Colin Perkins at colinperkins3@btinternet.com

Edward Glyn has now regained his health after major surgery. Edward has now moved to join Christen in West Kent, and has asked us to thank everyone for their company and friendship over the years. We all wish them both the best of luck for the future. Edward’s mobile number is 07970143244.

Ernie Thomas – in memory of Ernie and in addition to the kissing gate in the Chilterns, we have purchased a seat on the coastal path overlooking The Cob at Lyme Regis. The seat is being installed by the National Trust and has been paid for by the balance of the original fund plus an additional contribution from Ernie’s family.

Hilary Lawrence successfully completed the “Moon Walk” – an overnight walking marathon in aid of breast cancer charities. Hilary wishes to thank the Staines Group members who sponsored her, helping her to raise over £2,000. Congratulations Hilary – an amazing achievement.

Car sharing

We generally meet at Staines Railway Station or Staines Leisure Centre or at the car park at Walton Bridge in order to share cars. However, as car sharing is entirely voluntary, a lift to the start of the walk cannot be guaranteed. Please check with the walk leader if in doubt. Drivers often appreciate it when voluntary contributions are made by passengers. As a guide, 15p per mile – calculated on the outward trip only. Passengers, please remove or cover dirty boots and make sure your gear does not damage the driver’s car. Our thanks to the car drivers for their important role of taking members and prospective members to and from walks.

Dogs - Regretfully, dogs are not allowed on our walks.

Maps and walking books

We hold a vast library of walking books and maps. These are available, on loan, please contact Bill Grace.

Guildford Walking Festival

As we did not have a full programme of walks, we have included some walks in this programme that are part of the Guildford Walking Festival.

Diary dates – from our social secretary, Sylvie Marie -

Saturday 4th. September

The place - The White Swan, Twickenham Riverside

The time - 12:00 for 12:30

The idea - a stroll on the riverside to Teddington in conjunction with the Richmond & Hounslow branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale). This will include a few stops at pubs along the way.

Thursday 28th. October

The place - The Ghurkha Oven, 3 Kingston Road, Staines.

The time - 18:30 for 19:00

The food - a mix of Nepalese/Indian/Asian foods

To book your place, please contact Sylvie on 0208 7515284 (please leave message + telephone number if not there) no later than Monday 25 th October.

The pub night is on the first Thursday in the month at the Red Lion pub (near Staines Railway Station.) This is a chance to meet away from the walks and have a chat with fellow members. All are welcome.

Adverse weather conditions

Leaders may decide to cancel a planned walk if weather conditions are considered to be hazardous. If walkers are planning to go straight to the start of the walk, it is advisable in harsh weather conditions, to check with the leader that the planned walk is going ahead. Please remember that walkers ramble at their own risk

Group Holidays

If you are interested in any of the 2 following group holidays, please contact Mike Heather on 020 8707 4905 for more information.

Friday, 9 – 12th, July – Sidmouth in South Devon, staying at the Devoran and Kingswood Hotels which are on the seafront. Prices are £55 per person per night with no single supplements. Coastal walks of approx. 10 miles