Discover more at the River Wey Navigations
Find out how to get to the River Wey Navigations, where to park, the things to see and do and more.
Guided walks on (and off) the River Wey
- Published:
- 19 October 2022
This year, we've got a packed programme of free guided walks, led by our knowledgeable volunteers, exploring both the towpath from Weybridge to Guildford and further afield such as Farnham, Eashing, Bramley and Alfold. Its always a great experience to get out into the fresh air, chat with different people, and enjoy the scenery. All walks are free, but please book online so we know how many people are coming - thank you.
2025 walks
We're going to be walking on the first Sunday and third Wednesday of every month. Walks will be updated throughout the year.
The Wey to Waverley Abbey
Sun 6 July, 10.30-1.30
From the bizarre meeting place in the middle of the Shepherd and Flock roundabout in Farnham, this walk keeps offering surprises. The various war time relics seem incompatible with the peace and beauty of Waverley Abbey and the wonderful tearoom at Waverley Abbey House. The River Wey gurgles along by your side for most of the walk. Aggressive helicopters dominate the sky for the last section while we walk through a reclaimed tip. This is a 9k walk with no toilets at the start.
We will stop at the tearoom at Waverley Abbey House (where Florence Nightingale used to spend her summers) for refreshments, but feel free to bring a packed lunch.
From River to Navigation
Wed 16 July
A walk around the middle ground of the Wey Navigation. Starting at Ripley Green, (car park and toilets, not NT) this walk will follow the development of the natural river to the course of the Wey Navigation, joining the waterway at Murray’s Bridge and walking the towpath back to Ripley. This is a 10k walk. Please bring a packed lunch
Chertsey Bridge circular
Sun 3 August, 10.30-2.30
How about a nice, flat six-miler? Why not join the River Wey volunteers and get out in the fresh air? Meet at Thames Lock in Weybridge, KT13 8LG, and follow the towpath to Coxes lock before crossing the road to head for Chertsey Meads and the Thames. We’ll stop by Chertsey Bridge for lunch so please bring a packed lunch. 6 mile walk.
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