South Bank Ramblers

Sat 31 August 2019 - 12 miles - 1066 & ALL THAT - BATTLE CIRCULAR - Leader: Caroline & Anthony

The 1066 County Path, picturesque Battle and its Abbey (SWC30) Lunch: A later Picnic/Pub lunch at Netherfield.

 

BattleCircBayeuxTapHarold

Mural at Battle station just to remind us of where we are

 

BattleCircAbbey

We set off from Battle Abbey

 

BattleCircCowsGeorgeMeadowandUpperStumblets

Some obstacles en route: group entangled amongst a herd of cattle

 

BattleCircStile

As forewarned by group leaders, lots of stiles, many not in good repair, so some improvisation needed

 

BattleCircBrambleClearing

Paths overgrown, requiring a dab hand with the secateurs

 

BattleCircPicnic

Picnic lunch at Tent Hill just over 4 miles into the walk

BattleCircBlackberrying

With the chance to enhance with a little hunting and gathering

 

BattleCircNetherfieldPub

8 miles in, and a welcome drinks stop before the final 4 miles.;

Photos: Ruth