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Cranborne Chase Guided Archaeological Walk

June 24, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF PITT RIVERS

Friday 24 June, 10.00 a.m. – 4.00 pm (Meeting at Win Green Hill car park)

A guided walk around Cranborne Chase visiting archaeological sites excavated by General Pitt-Rivers. Led by Adrian Green, Director of Salisbury Museum.

An enjoyable circular walk on uneven ground including some steep climbs. The walk lasts approximately 4-5 hours stopping at Rotherley and Tollard Royal along the way with fantastic views of Cranborne Chase and the Ashcombe Estate. The total distance is about 6 miles.

Please bring clothing suitable for the weather and stout footwear, sun protection, drink and snacks as required. Picnic or pub lunch at Tollard Royal.

Location: Meet at the Win Green Hill car park, grid reference ST 922 204. Turn off the A30 at Ludwell, a few miles east of Shaftesbury and continue south for about a mile and a half. Take the gravel lane on the left (signposted ‘By-Way to Win Green’) at the top of the hill, to the National Trust car park on Win Green.

Please indicate if you would like to join us for lunch at the King John Inn at Tollard Royal.

The cost for the day will be £25 including lunch, which will consist of a fish and chip meal and a drink (beer, tea, coffee, etc.) or £10 for the walk only.

Please complete the form and return to the address on the booking form, with your cheque by 10th June.

There will be a maximum of 30 places for the walk and it will be on a first come basis.

***Download and Print your Booking Form here***

 

 

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Date:
June 24, 2016
Time:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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United Kingdom

Organizer

Jill Preston – For Pentridge Village Hall Committee
Phone
01725 552050
Email
jillpreston9@gmail.com