Exodus UK Daywalks & Walking Weekends

By Georgina Lawrence

We’ve built our reputation with a fantastic range of worldwide trekking holidays, now you can go trekking with Exodus in the UK. These taster treks provide the perfect opportunity to find out more about Exodus, the walking adventures we offer and to meet some of our leaders, office staff and fellow travellers. Whether you are looking to cram in some pre-trip training before a big ascent or a first-time trekker wanting to find out if a walking holiday is right for you, come along and join us!

This is what our Sales & Marketing Director had this to say the walk in the South Downs:

"My son and I thoroughly joined the inaugural Surrey Hills walk a few months ago. We both had a fabulous day out. Our guide Alex was a dynamo of energy and entertainment. Lunch was far more ‘gourmet’ than expected and the walk itself was pretty spectacular.” Ben Roseveare – Sales & Marketing Director

Walking Weekends

New for 2013! Following on from the success of last year’s daywalks, Exodus is proud to introduce three walking weekends in Britain. Join us as we head for the hills to enjoy some of the finest walking spots in Britain with the added benefit of being able to leave your map at home and indulge in some great company with like-minded walkers. Staying in local B&Bs, there’s also a chance to chat to Exodus representatives on the trail or at the evening slideshow.

Trek the Cambrian Mountains, Wales | Peak District National Park Walking Weekend, England

Alternatively, try our Preparation Trek Weekends in the Brecon Beacons, Wales for Kilimanjaro and Everest Base Camp training.

Please note that Exodus loyalty discount is not applicable to UK trips 

Daywalks

£43.50 – including an exquisite lunch

Distance 16.4km 10.2 miles
Ascent 340 metres
Time 4 1/2 hours plus lunch stop

Hike the hidden treasures along the banks of the Thames. The path goes from a riverside village through National Trust land towards a challengingly steep hill and views of unspoilt countryside. Descending a few miles to flat farmland, we head back up a gentler hill to the beautiful forest above Thurle Down. The elegant Beetle & Wedge Boathouse restaurant provides us with a fabulous lunch, with choices ranging from Berkshire pork loin, Mediterranean Sea bass to lamb with aubergine and olive caviar.

The return follows the always lovely and flat Thames path. If time allows we pop into one of Goring’s fine pubs for an indulgent pint or glass of wine before the journey home.

Where to meet us:
Goring Train Station, Gatehampton Road, Goring, Oxfordshire, RG8 OEP

How to get there:
Train depart London Paddington at 10:03 and arrive in Goring/Streatley Station at 10:57
Driving time is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Central London via M4 (55 miles)

Price: £39 per person including lunch

Distance 8 miles / 13 km
Total Ascent 380
Walking Time 4 hours plus pub lunch

Walk a section of the South Downs Way, a classic route across the rolling hills of Southern England famed for its picturesque agricultural views. We take a “step back in time”, as it were, as we visit the ancient and mysterious Long Man of Wilmington. To top it all off we enjoy lunch in a cosy old world pub in the village of Jevington before returning to the start point through Friston Forest. The day ends with breath-taking sea views and a little reward for all your efforts.

Where to meet us:
Exceat Visitor Centre Car Prk, East Sussex, BN25 4AD

How to get there:
Driving time is approximately 2 hours from Central London via A23 and A27 (75 miles).

By Train & Bus: (Train and bus fare is not included. Timetables for June will be announced closer to the time. Times below are based on current Sunday schedule)
Depart 8:47 London Victoria & arrive 10:22 Seaford with a change Lewes. Transfer to no.12 or 12a bus 10:29 toward Eastbourne. Arrive at Seven Sister Park at 10:41. Return 17:22 12a bus. Depart 17:57 Seaford train and arrive 19:25 London Victoria

 

To book, please call 0845 863 9600 - Please note that Exodus loyalty discount is not applicable to UK trips

Please note: This UK Walking event does not count towards your Exodus Loyalty Rewards.

Cancellation Policy for UK Walks:

• Up to 2 weeks in advance – full refund
• Between 2 weeks and 5 days before – 50% refund
• Within 5 days – no refund

Wanderlust writes: 5 reasons group hiking is cooler than cocktail hour. (July 2012).