Wey Valley Walk

The walk will follow the course of the river Wey from source-to-sea, as closely and as safely as possible, and will pass through Nottington and Radipole villages en route to Weymouth Harbour. Sites of specific historical interest and/or relevance to Hardy’s life will be pointed out and enlarged upon.

The walk will last approximately 5 hours and will include a stop in Nottington, around 1:00 pm,  for optional delicious freshly-baked scones/cake in the Pear Tree Produce Tea Garden (GF can be catered for, but not vegan). Pre-order is necessary – Walkers will be able to use the facilities on site.

Choices are 2 x scones with Pear Tree Produce Jam or Lemon Polenta Cake (GF) with either tea or homemade elderflower cordial – £6 (Pre-order required on booking)

Please meet at Brewery Square, Dorchester (by the Dray Horse statue) at 10:15 am. We will then take a bus to Elwell St, Upwey, where our walk will commence.

Walkers will need to bring bottled water with them, and to wear appropriate footwear (i.e. boots).

The terrain is uneven in places, and there will be some gradients and stiles to negotiate, so walkers will also be required to have good mobility.

The event is part of  The 27th International Thomas Hardy Conference & Festival