Walk West Tone 21st June 2025

A day of walking and talking with old friends and new.

Open churches with flowers, music, tea and cakes.

A day for everyone in the community to enjoy together.

Come and join us on a community walk through with stunning rural views of the West Tone Benefice.

Enjoy 13 miles from Rockwell Green to Ashbrittle, winding through beautiful lanes and countryside.

The walk wends its way from church to church, these beautiful old buildings acting as waypoints as we travel the landscape in which they lie.

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All Saints Rockwell Green

Holy Cross Sampford Arundel

St. Margaret's Thorne St. Margaret

St. Peter's Greenham

St. Nicholas' Kittisford

St. Bartholomew's Bathealton

St. Michael's Stawley

Arrive St. John the Baptist Ashbrittle

Departure times from each church

9.30am

10.45am

12.10pm

1.30pm

2.55pm

4.25pm

5.40pm

6.20pm

Walkers will be at each church to socialise, sing and eat cake for about 30 minutes before each departure.

Your questions answered

Can't see your question here? Email walkwesttone@icloud.com and we'll be delighted to help.

· Is this just for churchgoers?

No! Everyone is welcome - the more the merrier. This is a community event, and we hope everyone will enjoy meeting others from their local community as they walk.

· 13 miles sounds a long way... do I have to walk all of it?

No! The average distance from church to church is 2 miles, so you could walk just one section which is near your house, or join up with a friend who wants to walk 6 miles and park a car at each end of the bit you want to do. You might prefer to cycle, or to drive to a church and join in the activities there. However you choose to join in, you will be made very welcome!

· Can I bring friends or relatives from outside the area along with me?

Yes, please do. Once you have a plan, know how many of you there will be and how much of the walk you plan to do, it would be very helpful if you could email this information to walkwesttone@icloud.com

· Wait... does that mean I can only take part if I've signed up in advance?

No, it's absolutely fine to just turn up on the day too - advance notice just helps us to make sure there's enough cake to go round.

· Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome to take part with their well-trained owners. Please keep your dog on a lead and be sensitive to the fact that not everyone likes dogs. It goes without saying that anyone bringing a dog is responsible for its behaviour, for picking up any small tributes it may produce, and for ensuring its well-being with regard to water and body temperature. There are several stiles on the route which do not have 'dog slots', and we will cross farmland on several occasions.

· What about toilets? Are there any on the route?

Many of the churches are arranging for there to be access to a toilet (this may be in the village hall or someone's house). Rockwell Green church has its own toilets.

· Will there be refreshments available?

Yes! If there's one thing churches do particularly well, it's tea and cake. However, all participants should remember that they are responsible for their own well-being, so please bring your own packed lunch and plenty to drink if you are taking part in the full day.

· What kind of terrain will I be walking on?

The route is a mixture of footpaths, bridleways and country lanes. Robust and supportive footwear is recommended, and walkers should be prepared for going both uphill and downhill (unavoidable in West Tone!).

· Is the event raising money for charity?

No, the walk is not a fundraiser on this occasion, just a chance to walk and talk with old friends and new in our local community.

Want to join in?

Great! We'd love to have you with us on 21st June. Please email us at walkwesttone@icloud.com with any questions or feedback you may have. Bookmark this page to check back for updates, and please share with all your friends.

www.westtone.org.uk/walk