Logistics
- Start: Bedwyn station (station code BDW, postcode SN8 5RD)
- Finish: Hungerford station (station code HGD, postcode RG17 0DY)
- Distance: 12.76km
- Total ascent: 155m
- Naismith time: 2h 48m
- London terminus: Paddington (change Newbury)
- Ticketing: Day return to Bedwyn
- Intermediate transport: none
- Facilities: Pub, café and convenience shop in Great Bedwyn; all facilities in Hungerford
Description
Of course, the quickest walk from Bedwyn to Hungerford is to take the towpath of the Kennet and Avon Canal. This route, however, plunges into the surrounds of Burridge Heath to the east, and includes the Long Walk through Stype Wood before descending to the canal for the final 2km into Hungerford.
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