Dedham Vale Society Winter 2007 No 61

Spring & Summer WalksProgramme 2007 -2008EXPLORE THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGES AND COUNTRYSIDEOF THE UPPER STOUT VALLEY.UPHILL TO POSLINGFORDSunday 25th March 10am-1pmEnjoy the views and countryside as we head from Cavendish to Poslingford in this littleknown area of the Stour Valley.Approx: 5.5 miles - ModerateOVINGTON OUTSKIRTSSunday 22nd April 10am - 1pmFrom Clare Castle Country Park we‘ll keep a lookout for signs of spring as we follow theColne Valley Path to the outlying village of Ovington..Approx: 5.5 miles - ModerateSTURMER STOMPSunday 3rd June 10am –3pmA chance to see the beautiful Stour Valley in full bloom as we walk from Steeple Bumsteadto Sturmer and back. Bring a picnic.Approx: 7 miles - Moderate plusCALFORD GREEN MIDSUMMER MEANDERThursday 21st June 7pm-9pmEnjoy an evening ramble as we walk from Kedington to Haverhill’s hinterland andback along the Calford Green section of the Haverhill Country Walks. Optional drinkat end. .Approx: 4 miles - Easy/ModerateTIME TRAVEL IN THE THURLOWSSunday 15th July 2pm-3.30pmStroll through the picturesque villages of the Thurlows and Little Bradley and find outabout their past from a Suffolk County Council archaeologist.Approx: 35 miles - Easy/ModerateType of walk: Easy - Gentle stroll with Locations that are very accessible by everyone.Moderate - Country walking may include some rougher ground! stiles.Moderate + - For more experienced walkers covering Longer distances.24