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Uffington White Horse and the Ridgeway

9 May (Sat, end 2nd week)

This walk will provide impressive views of the oldest hill figure in Britain - the dramatic White Horse of Uffington - dating back to 1000BC. You will also get a chance to explore a 5500-year-old chamber tomb and the Uffington Castle where King Arthur is rumoured to have won his greatest victory against the Saxons.

Meet: Gloucester Green Bus station
Time: 9:30 (bus at 9:45)
Return: at Wantage at around 5 pm, arrive in Oxford approx. 6 pm
Distance: 20km / regular
Fare: Bus, £7
Lunch: Packed
Leader: Christian Weinzetl
Grid ref: SU 40240 88020