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Re: Ridgeway National Trail
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Sanctuary wrote:
Zariadris wrote:
Hi folks,

My wife and I are hoping to make a long-dreamed of trip to England around mid-March and are thinking of hiking the Ridgeway National Trail. It's my understanding that it includes Avebury along the way, and is purportedly the oldest track in Britain. Having studied Britain's megalithic heritage from a distance all these years, we are terribly excited to finally have a chance to visit a select few in person. The trail sounds like a perfect way to experience this ancient landscape.

Has anyone here hiked the path in part or in whole? Any advice, opinions or suggestions would be most appreciated. Also, what can we expect weather-wise in mid to late March?

Thanks very much in advance...

Z.


Hi Z,
Like many here I suspect, I have walked certain parts of the Ridgeway in my time and enjoyed every mile of the bits I have. It was always my intention to walk its entire length but other things in life always seemed to get in the way. Some info here for you although you have probably seen it already. Books are also available detailing every inch of the way with advice on camping and accommodation etc.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ridgeway
For the past couple of years the weather hasn't been too bad toward the end of March but that is no guarantee it will be the same this year if what we have been given so far is anything to go by!!
Have a great time whatever.
Regards, Roy


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Posted by Sanctuary
19th January 2013ce
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