National Parks Series ~ Winter Walking

This is the third in a series of visits to National Parks in UK and Europe. On this occasion we plan to walk in the Cotswolds, the Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons National Park.

What are we doing
We need to have some flexibility to cater for prevailing weather conditions and group ability, however our plan includes some great winter walking options:

• Day 1 & 2 - Cotswolds
• Day 3 - Wye Valley
• Days 4 & 5 - Brecon Beacons

You can join us for one or more days and skip any of the walks if you prefer to do something else.

Travel arrangements
You can make your own travel arrangements or contact Carl R if you would like to travel in our 7 seater vehicle.

We can pick up/drop off at various railway stations on our journey from Reading to Gloucester to Brecon & back to Reading.

Accommodation
You should book your own accommodation to suit your requirements.

We have booked as follows:

• Central Hotel, Gloucester GL1 1DP (2 nights) - arrive 27th, depart 29th.
• The Wellington, Brecon - LD3 7AD (2 nights) - arrive 29th, depart 31st.

If you are traveling with us you should consider staying nearby.

Costs
Your donation towards the cost of transport in our 7-seater vehicle will be based on the actual cost of car parking charges and fuel used. If we have 5 people sharing the cost it is likely to be around £30 per person for the full trip.

The organisers plan this holiday for the enjoyment of the participants and to raise money for charity, not for profit.

On the first day hike you attend we ask for a £5 donation for GOSH Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children.

You pay for your own accommodation direct. Pay as you go for, food, drinks, personal expenses etc.

How do I secure a place on this trip?

• Just sign up to this Meetup.
• We will message you to confirm the full itinerary with pickup/drop off locations etc.
• A £10 deposit is required to reserve a seat in our car. This will be deducted from your transport costs.

Your responsibility

• To have suitable hiking clothes & equipment. Be prepared for winter conditions.
• If you are not sure about anything, including your ability to do the walks, please discuss with Carl in advance so that you can make an informed decision.
• You must take full responsibility for your own welfare & safety.
• You sign up for and attend the walks at your own risk.
• This Meetup group does not have insurances to cover your activity.
• Please do not attend if you do not feel confident to walk on all types of surfaces with steep inclines.

KEY INFORMATION
YOU MUST READ THE THREE SECTIONS BELOW - if you join this trip, you're confirming that you have.

1. The perilous bit
2. Our FAQs, including an explanation of Groupsave tickets which will save you money.
3. See here for what to wear and take