Along the River Thames: Oxford to Sandford Lock
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Dogs are very welcome at the events I organise, please take responsibility for your pet.
We'll start off at Oxford Train Station and head down towards Sandford Lock, past Christ Church Meadows and the many Oxford boat houses and Iffley lock. We will be taking in some of the beautiful views of both the city and the river and pass the location of the Oxford city bumping races (So the Thames might be heaving with lycra clad students training for the races in May).
There will be the chance for a pub lunch and we'll aim to finish at the Punter Pub around 4pm.
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What to bring
For your comfort and safety please be prepared for the anticipated weather and the terrain of the walk - keep in mind the following:
Boots: Hiking boots that are both waterproof and breathable, and provide good ankle support, are important as soon as you encounter any mud. Cross trainers may suffice in good weather and flat routes.
Socks: Proper walking socks keep your feet dry, and help prevent blisters.
Walking Trousers: (ideally water resistant) will be more comfortable than Jeans which are heavy and cold when wet. From April to October shorts are usually a better bet.
Waterproof Over-Trousers: essential in any significant rainfall. Breathable ones are best.
Layered clothing: allows you to quickly adapt to changes in the weather as well as body temperature. E.g. a base layer or a cotton T-Shirt; a mid layer like a micro fleece, or a rugby type thick shirt, and in cooler weather an outer layer consisting of a windproof jacket or a thick fleece.
Waterproof Jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather. You get what you pay for with these. Breathable fabrics are advisable.
Hat: essential both in mid winter to preserve heat and in summer to prevent sunburn and heatstroke.
Gloves: essential in frosty weather.
Small Rucksack: One that is comfortable to wear is essential so that you can use your arms freely. Place valuables in water proof bags inside.
Sunglasses: April- Sept: comfortable sunglasses enhance your pleasure and keep insects out of the eye.
Sunscreen: essential to prevent sunburn.
Water: even in winter one can loose a litre or more of fluid by perspiration. If you fail to make this up you'll get dehydrated which can lead to headaches and other problems. A hydration bladder is easier to use than bottled water, but higher maintenance.
Food: a packed lunch will be required unless otherwise stated. In addition carry energy bars or similar to counter 'sugar lows'.
Medicines: If you have allergies, are diabetic, or have minor ailments don't forget these!
Food & drink
Please make sure you have drinks and a packed lunch. There are M&S and WHSmith shops available at the train station as well as a Sainsbury Local on Park End Street (2 minutes walk).
We might eat at the pub depending the weather but we will definitely stop there for drink(s). More info nearer the date of the event.