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On the 1st June as a part of Active Travel Day organised by Faversham Town Council, we will be strolling from the delightful town of Faversh
From the park we will make our way through the historic town of Faversham and onto a path skirting the estuary to Oare. On the way back we will pass through fields and woods to visit the site of the former gunpowder mill and then onto our starting point. Along the way we will hear tales of Kings having very bad days, monsters emerging from the murk of the estuary and ghostly sea captains haunting pubs.π
Date: 1st June 2025
π· Cost: Β£7 per person
β° Meeting Time: 10:15 for 10:30 start
π Meeting Location: Faversham Recreation Ground, 51 Park Rd, Faversham ME13 8EU
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ΏοΈ Car Parking Charges: Not included.
π Terrain: Flat
π Distance: Approximately 12 km (7.5 miles)
ππΆββοΈ Walk Type: Circular
β³ Walking Time: 4.5 hours walking with a lunch stop
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β Leader: Ben
β οΈ Important: The walk starts promptly on time. If you're running a bit behind schedule, give us a call to inform us (you'll find our number on your booking confirmation if you've booked through the website, or message Ian Henderson via MeetUp).
πΎ Friendly dogs are welcome! Please ensure they're leashed when needed, especially around fields with livestock. The owner is fully responsible for their furry friend.
π Before hitting the trail, make sure to pack:
π₯Ώ A. Suitable footwear (preferably walking boots or sturdy shoes, no flip-flops)
π§₯ B. A waterproof coat (and waterproof trousers, if you have them) for rainy days
π§ C. Drinking water and a snack
π D. Personal medication (Let us know confidentially about any medical conditions)
π E. Suitable walking attire
β IMPORTANT
π« Please do not attend if you have any COVID symptoms.
πΈ We take photos on our walks for promotional and training purposes. If you don't want to be included, let us know on the day.
π Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made 4 days before the event will receive a credit note for a future walk, valid for 90 days.
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Date(s)1 Jun 2025
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VenueFaversham Recreation Ground
AddressStation Approach, Folkestone, Kent,
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WebsiteVisit website
VenueFaversham Recreation Ground
AddressStation Approach, Folkestone, Kent,
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Local tourist information guide
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Event Details
| Date | 1 Jun 2025 |
| Time(s) | 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Cost | Β£7 |
| Venue | Faversham Recreation Ground Station Approach Folkestone Kent CT195HB |
| Phone | 07730095759 |
| Category | Sports |
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