On weekends, in the summer months, some parts of it can be quite busy. Copyright @ 2019 She walks in England - All Right Reserved. Follow Halfway Lane, a tarmac access lane, for some distance. This walk follows public footpaths and bridleways which cross private and public land. Species common to most lengths include cuckoo flower, meadowsweet, hemp-agrimony, and purple loosestrife. Eat indoors or use the outside seating by the river. contact the editor here. Experience this 6.6-km loop trail near Godalming, Surrey. There are a lot of generous people out there scoring this walk above 2 stars Avoid, unless you you like the hum of traffic, busy country roads with no sidewalk, well trodden paths, people walking dogs and building sites, A fairly easy walk but quite nice although wear boots, Huge new housing estate being built just after the vets, Great walk along canal. Lovely walk mostly on the flat with a couple of short elevated sections. Lots to see along the River Wey including the Phillips Memorial Park and Eashing bridges, The Fox Way (long distance walking route), Munstead Wood (home of Gertrude Jekyll 1843-1932). You might also see a pink flower called Himalayan balsam, an invasive plant that is bashed to protect other plants in the area, including the orange balsam. The Bookshed is a riverside delight for book lovers. Blue Badge parking, accessible toilets and baby change facilities at Dapdune Wharf. Hydons Ball is one of the countys highest points at 587 feet (179 m) and reveals stunning views across the Surrey Hills AONB. If travel guides like this interest you, head over tomy blog pageto find out more! Guildford to Westhumble 14.5 miles. When the river is in flood, we're unable to operate the boat. Are you sure you wish to delete this comment? Take in the beautiful Surrey scenery by boating along the River Wey Navigation. Not sure what class they belong in. First time here and I was super impressed! Look out for the crumbling stone walls of the Newark Priory and the red-brick of John Donnes Elizabethan Summerhouse. Back in the day, they were to help barge boats gets around the corners of the River. Wonersh was a centre of weaving for the medieval, famously dark-blue wool cloth that was exported from Surrey all over the world. To the left of you is a big field. Enjoy this trek and opportunity to dive back into nature and feel that connection once more. At the bridge, walk down to the river on the side next to the White House pub. You will walk under some trees with their hanging branches, with a view to some riverside houses on the other side. Happy hiking ;). Continue ahead, past the stables and a couple of houses, to reach the T-junction with the road, Lower Eashing. It flies high and appears jerky as it dodges to catch insects in flight. Find information for boat users and licences here. A lovely walk along the river. Turn left along the road, follow it around a sharp right-hand bend (with Eashing Farm on the left) and continue past the complex of barns on the right. Take it at your own pace, admiring the water for darting fish, drifting house boats, and an array of birds nesting and singing from the undergrowth. Keep ahead as the bridleway lane narrows to a stone path heading downhill through a tunnel of trees and follow this all the way to the bottom. 150 metres later, turn left into Halfway Lane (signed as a public bridleway). A Gannett Company. It runs 15 miles from Guildford to the Thames at Weybridge. If youre lucky you can ask someone to drop you off at the start and pick you up four and a half hours later at the end (this is what I did, thanks to my dad who met me for lunch in Guildford as a compromise)! It is a serene and peaceful river that passes through some classic English countryside and has an amazing 300 year old history of barge transport and canal infrastructure. To do this, go over the next bridge and keep going until you reach the main road. Walking trails along the towpath and across countryside. I wouldnt travel to London just to do this walk. The home of an Edwardian party house, the Surrey Hills and a classic landscape garden. The station itself is through the car park and up the stairs. Follow the Wey Navigation for a mile, and youll pass a bridge signposted to Shalford Park, and a hillside of brightly-coloured golden sand, which many suggest is how the town of Guildford got its name (as in Golden crossing). Come and get involved with the friendly team. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can This bit of road goes on for longer than is desirable and is very loud. Book a boat trip here until 6 November. Many of these weavers cottages are now highly desirable Surrey abodes. Crew urgently trying to get their goods to the city, to catch the London tides. Some of the finest hikes around Godalming take to the hills and seek out panoramic viewpoints. You will cross over and under numerous bridges, all the while following the gentle flow of the river. It could be a good idea to stop in for a drink or some lunch if you are walking the route on a sunny weekend! Section 1 of the North Downs Way. There is a section of about 500 metres along the edge of a fairly busy road, so the walk is not recommended for young children. Explore the towpath from Guildford to Shalford and onto the pretty village of Wonersh with this crisp wintery walk. The River Wey Navigation connects to the Basingstoke Canal at West Byfleet, and the Godalming Navigation to the Wey and Arun Canal near Shalford.Wey and Godalming Navigations. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's New Haw length was once an urban length of the navigation but is now suburban, with only the noise of the M25 passing overhead at Byfleet. The job role evolved over time, and now is run by lengths men who manage water levels and vegetation along their length. You will also walk past this roller thing. Id get board. This travel guide provides information on how to walk or cycle along the River Wey Navigation Path. Everything I write about is a walk I have done so I can give you a personal account of what they are like. You can choose whether your trip goes upstream or downstream. Is there confession in the Armenian Church? Across the field to the right were loads of houses. The rest of the Way navigation remained a working waterway until the late 1960s. Our Waters - River Wey. It was also at this point, when getting out my ticket, that I realised I had only bought a single, not a return ticket. The Parish Church of St Peter & St Paul. Lived in Godalming for 25 years but never explored this walk. Youll see plenty of unusual buildings along this length with Coxes Mill, the Grist Mill at Parvis Wharf and traditional rowing clubhouses backing onto the waterway. It was nice to get away from the very busy road. Under the bridge, the potentially muddy dirt path continues, and you will walk past a Wey Navigation river split. The Godalming Navigation, opened in 1764, enabled barges to work a further four miles upriver. Lots to see along the River Wey including the Phillips Memorial Park and Eashing bridges. Flying about in their flock. The Shed opens Fri-Sun 10-4.30 from 4th March, before returning to five days a week in line with Dapdune Wharf's summer opening hours from Saturday 25th March. I decided to wait until I reached the end of the route in Guildford before getting lunch as that meant there was a reward to look forward to! The Basingstoke Canal Towpath Trail is 33 miles from Penny Bridge to the River Wey at Woodham. Experience the River Wey by water and discover the history of the river navigations on a boat trip from Dapdune Wharf. It runs 15 miles from Guildford to the Thames at Weybridge. Some muddy sections which proved to be relatively tricky and LOTS of nettles but beautiful views, peaceful and very worth it. 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Find information for paddlers and licences here. Yes no problem with that the surface is smooth. Customize Map data OpenStreetMap contributors Park opens at 0800 daily and trail parallels the Santa Ana River. Anyway, keep going and you will soon reach Instead Lock. About River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf Top features Dapdune Wharf Award-winning visitor centre telling the story of the navigations and the people who lived and worked on them. Within one of the gardens on your right, look out for the old monkey puzzle tree which has grown significantly taller than the cottage itself. I wasnt expecting this, so it was a nice surprise. I was convinced I would get pooped on.luckily I didnt. Keep walking along the river, and things go from tree cover, back to openness, as you pass some river side houses to reach Broadford Bridge. I shall not reiterate a full description of the history of the Wey Navigation, covered very well by Richard Clayton in his introduction to Walk 31. This walk covers the southern part of the River Wey from the busy centre of Guildford the path soon takes on a rural nature. The site is largely rough grass, with mown paths, Picnic benches are available around the Wharf. I love getting together with friends in the morning and hitting the trail. Leave Godalming rail station via the main exit (on Platform 2), cross the road and turn left along the pavement. Fun Fact: During the winter months, they would raise the level of the River Wey to flood the field. Clearly the monks knew how to build bridges to last! Our Tour recommendations are based on thousands of activities completed by other people on komoot. Its fairly steep and rugged, and the ground becomes sand which can add to the slippiness. The section between Weybridge and Guildford came first. Nice and quiet. There are two boat trips to choose from: the Time Traveller and the River Watch. Here there are three trails. If you are interested in houseboats, the path runs past two marinas for you to admire a great number of the moored boats. Countryside A sanctuary for wildlife, a historic waterway running through the heart of Surrey. From Saturday 4th March the Bookshed at Dapdune Wharf reopens, packed to the rafters with a wonderful variety of second-hand books, all donated by visitors and local communities around the River Wey. And on this side, once past some more barges, some houses appeared again.and then, the bright orange Sainsburies sign. Once past a car park, keep going past the bridge and into the green. The Shed opens Fri-Sun 10-4.30 from 4th March, before returning to five days a week in line with Dapdune Wharf's summer opening hours from Saturday 25th March. River Walk Park, Eastvale: Address, Phone Number, River Walk Park Reviews: 4.5/5. 96% of travelers recommend this experience. Some great views too, only downsides are muddy paths (inevitable at this time of year I know) that were slanted so very difficult not to slip about, also some points where you had to walk on a road with no path and sharp corners so difficult to see oncoming traffic. There is a sign here pointing which way boats and river traffic should go. Join or log in above if you are already a member. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Very clean and well maintained. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Boat trips run from Dapdune Wharf from Thursday to Monday during our open season. They make summer roosts in trees and bridges along the towpath. Parking at Dapdune Wharf is free for members for up to 4 hours. It runs 15 miles from Guildford to the Thames at Weybridge. Bear right along this drive and continue only until you reach the corner of a garden wall on your right. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please We can sometimes accommodate pay-on-the-day trips, but this cannot be guaranteed. It follows unmade bridleways and paths for the most part, which can be very uneven underfoot and can also get very muddy at times so good boots are a must (or wellingtons with grips in the wet winter months). Can you walk small dogs on a leash on the dirt area? And bonus, you can walk almost the whole way to Goldalming station along the river. 7. Box hill and Stepping Stones walk 4 miles. Some twisting fast roads with no pavements. The Godalming Navigation, opened in 1764, extended the navigable waterway a further 4 miles to Godalming. So unless you plan on taking a bit of a wild swim dip, I would suggest doing this in the cooler months. Still a great circular walk though! A little further away, (but not too far). This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. On a clear sunny day, this is an absolute delight. The river flooded the trail, the walk is not feasible at the moment. One of the fields may have livestock. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 53 min to complete. Very strange animals. Very muddy in a few places but nothing wellies cant handle. You will pass the Fitzpatrick Vet Hospital on your left (which you may recognise from the TV show, Supervet) and then come to a junction of paths alongside a single cottage, Far Cottage. Walking trails along the towpath and across countryside. Tick off the steps on the trail, have a go at the bunny racecourse, shoot your arrows as far as they'll go, build a den. Keep going until you meet Broadford Bridge, which crosses over the river at Shalford. The River Wey Navigation opened in 1653. In fact, it becomes less trail, and more tidy path. During heat waves, you will find kids jumping off the bridge, and people generally taking a dip to cool down from the heat. Went here with the family (5) to ride bikes and enjoy our time together. Expect mud on the path if it has been raining. Can imagine there would be lovely views in summer. Less money meant that the navigations couldnt be maintained. You'll have chance to see Guildford's famous cobbled High Street plus Guildford Castle along with the picturesque River Wey where on summer days you'l see narrow boats, rowing boats and canoes all messing about on the river. Enjoy the free frisbee/disc Golf course, look the nature, there is a bunch of butterflies, squirrels, lizards. Stay with the main bridleway which climbs steadily, swinging left and then continues along a ridge within the woodland. The Wey Navigation was built 100 years before the Canal Age. However, one will observe individuals not wearing masks nor abiding by the social distancing requirements. Caution: Watch for bikers as they tend to disregard hikers / walkers. Find out how you can volunteer and help our visitors enjoy the peaceful waterways just a few miles from London. The Wey Navigation was built 100 years before the Canal Age. As its apoint to point trail, it lacks the luxury of a circular route where you can drive to the starting point and leave from the same place you began. book1 godalming farnham walk12 swcwalks tocw112 433851046 G-S River Wey, Waverley Abbey & Peper Harrow Park Length 20.6km (12.8 miles), 6 hours. The garden of Munstead Wood, the Grade 1 listed home of Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932) while now privately owned can be visited by contacting the owners directly on the website link below. We also offer scoop and tub ice cream and children's lunch boxes and high chairs are available. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Stoke length is where the creation of the Wey Navigation started. The whole of the route is suitable for walkers while cyclists can enjoy a nice waterside section in Guildford. Food /drink: At Shalford, youll find The Parrot Inn and The Seahorse pub, as well as the Snooty Fox caf and groceries. A mix of path types along the way with a few stretches of the walk along quiet roads. Along the towpath dogs must be under control and on leads in lock areas. It was also significantly louder along here. Lovely scenery particularly on the second part of the walk near the River Wey. From memory, this bit got particularly muddy. Nice to have varied scenery to walk through. You have a few incredible viewpoints on this walk, and a little bit of history with the gunpowder mills. I found that, for this section of the walk, the car noise went on for a little longer than I would have liked. Although it's one of the shortest lengths, it's also one of the prettiest, with the Royal Horticultural Society Gardens at Wisley forming the backdrop to the natural river. For those wanting to walk long, on arriving in Godalming you can continue your walk alonside the River Wey on its tow path all the way to Guildford. Commercial barges ceased in 1983. If you choose to cycle by the river, please be aware it is a potentially dangerous activity. There is an excellent pub in Eashing , half way round! A walk along the Basingstoke Canal. Being in Surrey, there are plenty of walks to do nearby in the Surrey Hills. Discover our different types of membership, Newark Lock at River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Surrey, About River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Visiting the Wey Navigations with your dog, Family-friendly things to do at River Wey Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Wey Navigation Dapdune Wharf to Cartbridge Wharf walk, Miles: 5.5 (km: 8.8) - miles: 11.0 (km: 17.6), Miles: 5.5 (km: 8.8) to miles: 11.0 (km: 17.6), Our work renewing lock gates on the River Wey, Volunteer opportunities at River Wey Navigations, Climate change adaptation guidance for heritage organisations, National Trust Registered Charity 205846 Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2NA, River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf. The path climbs first steadily and then more steeply to reach a kissing gate. Fantastic trail. Commercial barges ceased in 1983. Access is available to Walkingworld subscribers or you can buy the walk individually for 1.95 once you are logged in. The scenery is beautiful. Every time you present a reusable cup when you order a hot drink, well give you 25p off as a thank you for helping the environment. The terrain was excellent and you dont have to worry about navigating; just follow the river! Discover our different types of membership, River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, back to River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, A boat trip on the Dapdune Belle at River Wey, Man standing on the footbridge over the River Wey near Bowers Lock, Teenagers dip fishing nets on poles into the water at River Wey, Family-friendly things to do at River Wey Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Climate change adaptation guidance for heritage organisations, National Trust Registered Charity 205846 Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2NA. Or, you could do a combination and park your car at West Byfleet then walk the trail and take the train or a taxi back to your car again. After crossing the Weir, the path does get slightly muddy. Enjoy a range of refreshments at the tea-room or browse the second-hand bookshop at Dapdune to discover your next favourite read. An attractive and easy countryside walk in Send, where the River Wey Navigations has its workshops. Experience the River Wey Navigations on a boat trip, or enjoy a leisurely walk along the towpath, looking out for wildlife along the waters edge. Book your boat trip from Dapdune Wharf here. The route took me just under 4 hours to complete, but I walked relatively fast and with only a few breaks. This adds 4 miles to the walk. The special places in National Trust care sometimes come with a few risks for visitors, be it coastline or countryside. Alternatively you can bike the route in 45 minutes to an hour. The trail starts and finishes at bridge crossings. There are a number of pubs on the River Wey which you will walk past. Second, you are never that far from a road or railway. This walk takes you along the River Arun the whole way to Arundel, where you will get a glimpse of the impressive Arundel Castle. This is a popular trail for horseback riding, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Departures leave from Dapdune Wharf. Ancient Monument, Cafe, Church, Food Shop, Industrial Archaeology, Pub, Public Transport, Restaurant, River, Woodland, Self Contained self catering accommodation. A few stinging nettles but all good. The whole vibe of the trail changes. Lovely walk. Unfortunately, there is no water currently in the river. The view across the river is actually quite pretty, with the houses. For your safety use the grass verges where possible and swap between the two road edges to ensure you are visible to the traffic. St Catherine's length runs from the once industrial hamlet of Broadford, curving around the sharp bends under St Catherine's Hill, giving you a glimpse of the golden sands that gave Guildford its name, to Millmead Lock in the centre of town. This bit I found quite calming. It meant business. Tuesdays: 10am . Beyond the bridge, keep straight ahead, passing some offices on your left. The . . Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 47 min to complete. Please respect people's privacy, keep dogs under control and remember the Countryside Code. Near Shalford the path comes to the junction of the Wey and Arun Canal where you can take the Wey South Path or climb Chinthurst Hill where there is a tower. Today we parked at the listed address and then took the trail to the left. frequent services, alight at the Cricket Ground on Woodbridge Road, Dapdune Wharf is on Wharf Road to rear of Surrey County Cricket Ground, off Woodbridge Road, A322 (only accessible from the northbound carriageway), Guildford, Navigations Office and Dapdune Wharf, Wharf Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4RR. There are two pathways, one dirt trail for horses and the other (asphalt) for bikers and hikers / runners. Triggs length is the most rural length along the Navigation. Paddling along the River Wey Navigations is a great way to explore this historic waterway. 92% of travelers recommend this experience. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. Visit Dapdune Wharf and learn about the history of the people to lived and worked on the River Wey. About 20 metres beyond the railway bridge, turn left onto the signed public footpath and follow this with a stream running on your right. Try this rout. The banks and waterway support a rich variety of wildlife, so whether you're on a walk or in a boat, keep your eyes peeled for the natural world around you. Not great for Bandit Dog. Here, you will come into the historic village of Wonersh (Saxon for crooked field). Past the field, and under some more trees, you will soon reach the bridge. It is a truly beautiful stretch of water to paddle, cycle or walk along. Road Cycling Collection by .css-15tc4lh{margin-right:0.3em;vertical-align:middle;}.css-1wi8bdd{border-radius:100%;display:inline-block;height:16px;overflow:hidden;width:16px;background-image:url(https://d2exd72xrrp1s7.cloudfront.net/www/2y/2ybguf62finf10zpa1jz1g3ia6ae4x7f153727-full/0?width=32&height=32&crop=true&q=70);-webkit-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;background-color:rgb(240,240,240);margin-right:0.3em;vertical-align:middle;}komoot. Owned by the National Trust, the River Wey Navigation connects to the Basingstoke Canal at West Byfleet, and the Godalming Navigation to the Wey and Arun Canal near Shalford, meaning, you can extend your cycle journey if you desire. Stay with the main bridleway lane which swings right and then left to pass another property on your right. Toilets available at the Wharf, in the tearoom and at the far end of the site. Tea-room serving hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, pastries and ice cream. Regents Canal full walk Also starting at Little Venice, except this one takes you along the full length of the canal, as far as the River Thames. Editors' Code of Practice. Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places. For less strenuous outings, there are plenty of serene waterside walks with beautiful meadows and the company of canal boats chugging along. Treat yourself at the Lock keepers cafe - we serve barista style coffees with traditional round cakes and tray bakes. access to Dapdune Wharf from town centre via towpath or Woodbridge Road. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Well, it actually continues to be quite pretty. The walk I recommend begins in West Byfleet and follows a path south towards Guildford. Eventually you will emerge from the woodland via another staggered barrier. After crossing the river at Pyrford Lock, you walk along the River Wey Navigation Path pretty much back to the car. Property in Eashing. I really like this trail. Hidden Valley Nature Center and Wildlife Area is located along the Santa Ana River, east of Norco on Arlington Avenue, one mile west of La Sierra Avenue. With a view to the tree covered hills, and a little secluded looking home in the distance. Restrooms are currently not open due to the Virus concerns. For me, thats too long to walk straight along a river or canal. It is a good route for bringing dogs or little ones a great route for a run. At the end of William Rd at the right hand side there is a footpath, follow the footpath into Wharf Rd, about 80M, Entry to Dapdune Wharf is on your left. You will then approach a section where the trail is lined with fence, and houses on the other side. Most of the Wharf is slightly uneven terrain. Rye to Camber Sands 6 miles. The River Wey, now navigable, was used to transport goods to and from London and the River Thames. The award-winning visitor centre at Dapdune Wharf in Guildford tells the story of the navigations and the people who lived and worked on them. The Jack Phillips (Titanic senior wireless operator) Memorial garden, designed by Gertrude Jekyll was built and opened exactly two years to the day of the Titanic sinking. At the railway station, turn right and follow the railway line until you meet the Wey Navigation. The Daubentons is slightly bigger and is often seen flying a few centimetres above the water, taking insects from close to the surface hence their common name, the water bat. You may also want to search for a place to park first before setting off, as it takes you to the station car park where you will need to pay to park.
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