May

Saturday 1st May 2010, TATTINGSTONE - BELSTEAD, Start 10.30am, Distance 6miles. Meet and park 10.10am to pre-order food at "The White Horse", P.H., Tattingstone. A varied route with open countryside and pretty woodland trails and perhaps Bluebells? Returning to the pub for lunch and refreshments at approximately 1pm. Pub post code is IP9 2NU. POST EVENT REVIEW - A pleasant, dry and sunny morning. The woods are very dry in this area and could do with a good soaking. Bluebells are out but perhaps not quite at there best. A very good attendance for this walk with nearly 30 dining at the pub. Many thanks to Andy, Caroline and staff at The White Horse for coping well with such a large group of diners.

Thursday 6th May 2010, HENLEY - CODDENHAM, Start 7pm, Distance 4.5miles. EVENING WALK A BRAND NEW "GO" ROUTE Meet and park 6.40pm to pre-order food at "The Cross Keys", P.H., Henley. A brand NEW walk which hopefully, should provide a fabulous display of Bluebells. Our route takes in the undulating landscape around Hemingstone Hall and close to Shrublands Park. Returning to the pub for food and refreshments at about 8.45pm. Pub post code is IP6 0QP. POST EVENT REVIEW - A chilly but dry and bright evening for this new walk. A good display of Bluebells en route. Many thanks to all who attended and to Mark and staff at The Cross Keys for tasty food and drink after.

Saturday 8th May 2010, GROTON (near Boxford) - POLSTEAD, Start 10.15am, Distance 7.5miles. Meet and park 9.55am to pre-order food at now, newly managed "Fox and Hounds", P.H., Groton. "GO's" longest walk for May and June 2010, featuring long grazing meadows in open and undulating countryside by the River Box. Returning to the pub for lunch and refreshments at approximately 1.15pm. Pub post code is CO10 5ED. POST EVENT REVIEW - The sun does not always shine on "GO" walks and todays weather proved that. It was mostly cloudy with periods of light rain and drizzle but that didn't spoil the occasion. Thank you to all those who supported the event today. Thanks as well to Steve and staff at "The Fox and Hounds" for serving us so promptly with good food and drink.

THURSDAY 13th May 2010, COLNE ENGAINE - PEBMARSH, Start 10.30am, Distance 5.5miles. A number of people have requested a day walk during the week - this is "GO's" response. Meet and park 10.10am to pre-order food at "The Five Bells", P.H., Colne Engaine. A picturesque walk with a good variety of open countryside, woodlands and lakes. Pub post code is CO6 2HY. Returning to the pub for lunch and refreshments at approximately 12.45pm. POST EVENT REVIEW - A picturesque mix of woodland stretches and lakes. Weather remained dry with some sunshine. Would like to feature more day walks during the week if there is adequate support. Please let me know via email or phone if you would be able to attend these.

Saturday 15th May 2010, "GO's" OFFICIAL 2010 BLUEBELL WALK, FORD STREET - WEST BERGHOLT, Start 10.30am, Distance 5.5miles. BOOKINGS ARE STILL ACCEPTED FOR THIS WALK Meet and park 10.10am to pre-order food at "The Old Queens Head", P.H., Ford Street, situated on A1124. A beautiful walk in the Colne Valley, visiting one of the finest Bluebell Woods in the Suffolk and Essex area. Let's hope the time of our visit coincides with a fine display. Returning to the pub for lunch at approximately 1pm. Pub post code is CO6 3PH. POST EVENT REVIEW - A fabulous display of Bluebells, living up to its reputation as one of the best in Suffolk/Essex. Weather dry with some sunny intervals, ideal walking weather. Several last minute cancellations reduced the group size a bit but nonetheless, this special walk was well supported. Many thanks to Julia and staff at the pub for some fine food and the usual prompt service.

Thursday 20th May 2010, LEVINGTON - NACTON, Start 7.15pm, Distance 4.5miles. Please book by Monday 17th May. EVENING WALK Meet and park 6.55pm at "The Ship Inn", Levington. Please use the lower car park at the pub. there will be no need to pre-order food. Certainly one of "GO's" most stunning routes which includes the water meadows at Nacton and a superb shoreline section by the River Orwell giving fabulous views across to the Shotley Peninsula. returning to the pub for food and refreshments at approximately 9pm. Pub post code IP10 0LQ. POST EVENT REVIEW - A warm, dry, perfect summer evening. The Nacton Meadow route was sufficiently dry to allow access through to Decoy Cottage, although a few people were unfortunate to miss a partly submerged plank resulting in wet feet. It would seem that the Levington footpath warden does need to be contacted regarding this section of the walk. Otherwise, the woodland and shore-line sections were just superb. Many thanks to all who supported this walk and to the staff at The Ship Inn, Levington for some delicious food.

Saturday 22nd May 2010, HOLBROOK - HARKSTEAD, Start 10.30am, Distance 6miles. Please book by Wednesday 19th May. Meet and park 10.10am to pre-order food at "The Compasses Inn", Holbrook. A partly undulating route which takes in a superb section along the Suffolk shore of the River Stour and finishes with a short stretch by the Alton Water Reservoir. Returning to the pub for lunch at approximately 1.15pm. Pub post code is IP9 2QR. POST EVENT REVIEW - Sunny and very warm but just a soft, cooling breeze off the river to make it comfortable. The shore-line section was just magnificent, we paused (SEE PICTURE) by old fallen trees to just soak up the sunshine and river air. Our route also featured a pretty section by a stream and finally by Alton Water Reservoir - perfect day!. Thanks to Rick, Jayne and staff at The Compasses for some great food.

Saturday 29th May 2010, A FLOWER FESTIVAL WALK, Wormingford - Bures St.Mary, Start 10.15am, Distance 5.5miles. Please book by Wednesday 26th May. Meet and park 9.30am for coffee and to pre-order food at "The Crown Inn", Wormingford. A route featuring a interesting blend of undulating countryside, pretty meadows with good views by the Stour and across its valley. We shall visit the annual flower festival at the local church before returning to the pub for lunch at approximately 1.15pm. Pub post code CO6 3AB. POST EVENT REVIEW - The rain held off for us for the majority of the walk. Fabulous flower arrangements at the church. Many thanks to Pauline, chef and staff for some really good wholesome food. We will be back.

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