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Andrew
455 Posts |
 Posted - 25/03/2009 : 20:56:27
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Hi everyone,
Meet ready for a 10.30 a.m. start. The walk is a 10 miles. Earl Soham is situated on the A1120 approximately midway between Framlingham and Debenham. The walk takes us along paths, tracks, country lanes and into woodland. This part of Suffolk (often referred to as bow and arrow country) is undulating and unspoilt. Earl Soham one of Suffolk’s best kept secrets. The walk also takes us through Cretingham and Brandeston. If time allows at the end of the walk there is a pub in the village.
Please bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink, I’d recommend more than 1 litre. Parts of the walk could be muddy.
Earl Soham is very easy to find. I would suggest driving from Norwich along the A140, continuing until you reach Little Stonham, where you turn left on to the A1120. You will come down a hill into the village of Earl Soham. Turn right, continue round the double bends and you will see the village green with the village sign. Free parking is available along the roadside. The walk will start from the green.
Its best to text me on 07726 412415 or post here.
I look forward to seeing you
Andrew
N.B. If ‘Max’ the bull is out we can take a small detour.
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julian.white
861 Posts |
Posted - 25/03/2009 : 20:58:00
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Max the bull? I hope that doesn't have a double meaning.
Anyway, I'm definitely up for this and looking forward to it!
Cheers
julian. |
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 25/03/2009 : 20:58:59
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| I'll be there Andrew with a 1 litre bottle of cider for Julian |
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Andrew
455 Posts |
Posted - 25/03/2009 : 21:03:05
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Julian,
It has four legs. The sign on his secure under cover home says ' Entrance Free, Exodus Charged'. The under cover home is in the farmyard and not on the route of the walk.
Andrew |
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suz
164 Posts |
Posted - 26/03/2009 : 14:31:06
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Hello Andrew,
We hope to make this one,
suz and Mais |
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mcaton34
46 Posts |
Posted - 26/03/2009 : 18:01:12
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Hi all
I would definitely be up for this walk any chance of a lift from Norwich?
Petrol paid of course.
Laters
mcaton34 |
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 26/03/2009 : 18:21:43
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| Julian/Mark your seats are reserved :) |
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julian.white
861 Posts |
Posted - 26/03/2009 : 19:20:32
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Thanx :)
What time? I've just google earthed it and it's miles away :) |
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 26/03/2009 : 20:00:54
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Let's see what TomTom says- Norwich to Earl Soham 1hr- so with my driving probably 45 minutes, allow for unforeseen events such as Max crossing the road and I reckon we should leave Norwich at
09.15
not too bad really, better than Leg Stretchers |
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Jonny Walker
225 Posts |
Posted - 27/03/2009 : 05:59:38
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| I hope I'll be able to make this one. I cycled those villages last summer and it's very pleasant. |
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Emmab
254 Posts |
Posted - 27/03/2009 : 06:59:07
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Hi Andrew
I am hoping to come along to this one too if I am around
Hope all well
Emma |
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Adrian
8 Posts |
Posted - 28/03/2009 : 13:02:39
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| Hi Andrew Sorry i cant make this. Especially it being local. Try the local brew in the Victoria. Have a good day Adrian |
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Andrew
455 Posts |
Posted - 28/03/2009 : 14:41:57
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Hi Adrian,
Thanks for the tip about the pub. My next walk will probably be near Halesworth. Hopefully you'll be able to make that one.
Andrew |
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Nicky
133 Posts |
Posted - 29/03/2009 : 22:31:52
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Hi Andrew
i would like to come on your walk and will take great delight in being lead very competantly by an expert...see you then...nicky. |
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Emmab
254 Posts |
Posted - 30/03/2009 : 15:56:21
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Hi Andrew
Not 100% sure if i will make this, I will try to remember to text you on the Saturday!
Emma |
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mcaton34
46 Posts |
Posted - 31/03/2009 : 20:53:50
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Hiya all Liam i was just wondering were you are pickin me up from??
As at mo i have no idea lol
Laters
mcaton34 |
Edited by - mcaton34 on 31/03/2009 20:54:12 |
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 31/03/2009 : 21:55:41
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| Norwich train station 09:15 (in case you don't see your Facebook) |
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mcaton34
46 Posts |
Posted - 01/04/2009 : 17:34:29
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Ok cya there will bring some Kitkats.
How much petrol money do you want Liam?
Cya
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 01/04/2009 : 17:46:05
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| A couple of drinks in the pub will be suffice ;) |
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mcaton34
46 Posts |
Posted - 02/04/2009 : 18:26:43
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That sounds fair cya 9.15 at Norwich train station.
Laters
mcaton34 |
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thepathlesstravelled
144 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2009 : 18:19:33
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Andrew,
I think I'll be able to make this one.
See you Sunday.
Cheers,
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suz
164 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2009 : 19:51:02
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Hi Andrew,
I'm afraid I won't be able to make your walk now. Mais is pretty poorly so I won't be going far this weekend,
hope you all have a great time, weather looks good,
suz |
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Nicky
133 Posts |
Posted - 04/04/2009 : 10:45:10
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Hi Andrew, unfortunately i wont be coming to the walk tomorrow as have just looked at distance and its a long way to drive!!!...realy sorry to let you down  |
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Andrew
455 Posts |
Posted - 04/04/2009 : 13:26:49
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Hi everyone,
So it looks as though its going to be Adele, Polly, Gordon, Scott, Julian, Jon, Liam, Mark, Graham and Emma. If anyone else decides at the last minute they would like to come please feel free to do so.
If you are coming from Norwich there is an alternative route. Not far south of the Scole bypass take the left turning to Eye, turn left into the village of Occold (Liam you are going to enjoy driving through this village, don't wake the sleeping policemen) and continue through to Earl Soham. Don't forget to turn left to Earl Soham before you reach Ashfield.
There will be the option of stopping off at as many as 3 pubs.
Look forward to seeing everyone
Andrew |
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liam_dsouza
572 Posts |
Posted - 04/04/2009 : 18:20:05
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| 3 pubs- better not with Julian, we'll still be walking till midnight :) |
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Emmab
254 Posts |
Posted - 04/04/2009 : 18:59:52
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Hi Andrew
I will be there, thanks for arranging.
See you all in the morning
Emma |
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Sunday, April 5th, Earl Soham walk (Suffolk)
