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The story of Stoke with David Rose

Join David for a fascinating look at lesser known stories of the Stoke area of Guildford

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Local historian David Rose leads this walk from Dapdune Wharf downstream to Stoke Lock. Hear about the waterway’s fascinating history along this stretch. We then continue to the Riverside Nature Reserve before following the natural River Wey to look at some Second World War defences in the woods. We return by walking across Stoke Park, focusing on its history before it became a public open space.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

Meet at Dapdune Wharf. Parking and toilets available.

What to bring and wear

Waterproof footwear is advisable if it's been wet.

Accessibility

The walk is mainly flat and the last part is on pavements back to Dapdune Wharf

Upcoming events

Summer of Play at Dapdune Wharf 

Swing into Summer of Play at Dapdune Wharf every day in August from 11am-5pm.

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on
21 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 10 other dates or times

The Literary Walk 

We start by passing Lewis Carroll's house and then go on to the quarry where Agatha Christie vanished in 1926...

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on
7 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30

Unstead wetland nature reserve circular guided walk 

A 5 mile walk from Artington park and ride, via Bramley, to the wetland and back via Tannachie and Trowers Bridge to Artington.

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on
17 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 13:30

Wey River Festival 

Our biggest event on the river this year, with street food, craft stalls, live music and theatre plus free family games and activities on the island.

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on
27 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 20:00