Author Archives: James Mansson

Weather Report for the Cowfold and Wineham Walk

Posted on February 4, 2012 by James Mansson

It is unclear whether the weather will prevent the Cowfold and Wineham walk tomorrow happening. A decision will be made by the walk leader James tomorrow morning. If you are thinking of attending the walk, please call James on 01403 … Continue reading →

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Sussex Area Ramblers AGM 2012

Posted on January 30, 2012 by James Mansson

Last Saturday I attended the AGM for Sussex Area Ramblers both in my capacity as Sussex Area webmaster and as the organiser of Sussex Young Walkers. It was hosted by the South-West Sussex group at held at Boxgrove Village Hall. … Continue reading →

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Walk & Rally to mark the 1st Anniversary of the SDNP

Posted on January 11, 2012 by James Mansson

Hampshire Area is organising a walk for 1 April to mark the first aniversary of South Downs National Park. Here are the details as supplied by them: Hampshire Area of the Ramblers invites you to help us to Celebrate the … Continue reading →

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Latest Walk: Windmills and Beacons

Posted on January 8, 2012 by James Mansson

Many thanks to all who attended the first walk of the new year, Windmills and Beacons. This walk took in the traditional sights of the Jack and Jill Windmills near Clayton (see this website for more information), and Ditchling Beacon, … Continue reading →

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Ramblers: Help with Access Land

Posted on December 12, 2011 by James Mansson

I have been asked by Brian Bailey, Sussex Area Ramblers Access Officer, to pass on the following message to the members of this group: The South Downs Society has a set of ‘joined up’ walks across access land which have … Continue reading →

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Latest Walk: The Christmas Lunch Walk

Posted on December 11, 2011 by James Mansson

Today saw the group’s muddy but enjoyable “Christmas Lunch Walk”, which started and ended near the Balcombe Tea Rooms. The lunch itself was at the White Hart in West Hoathly and was excellent. They were rather busy, however, so we … Continue reading →

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Next Walks Programme – January to April 2012 – Appeal for Walks

Posted on December 6, 2011 by James Mansson

I am now looking ahead to the start of next years and getting together some walks for our new programme. I am interested in walks to be held sometime from January to April 2012. Walks have traditionally been held on … Continue reading →

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Latest Walk: The Blue Ship

Posted on November 27, 2011 by James Mansson

When I got up this morning, it was overcast and raining, but by the start of the walk, the sun was out. It was pretty warm and dry underfoot for this time of year, and so the conditions were right … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Lunch Walk

Posted on November 24, 2011 by James Mansson

Claire has kindly volunteered to lead “The Christmas Lunch” walk on Sunday 11th December, starting at 10:45 am from the tea shop in Balcombe. The tea shop is at grid ref. TQ 309306 (web page http://thebalcombetearooms.co.uk/). It can be reached … Continue reading →

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Latest Walk: Steyning Circular

Posted on November 13, 2011 by James Mansson

I wasn’t able to make David’s walk today, but if anyone who did attend wants to leave a comment, please do so.

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