southcotswoldramblers.org.uk Sapperton circular Saturday 28 February 2009

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		Alex reflects on her crowd control skills as she surveys the 35 ramblers gathered in Sapperton .
		Below Sapperton we encounter a new stone marker .
		By the side of a stream .
		And we all hurry downhill .
		To take a closer look at the new bridge .
		There follows a steep climb .
		And a walk through Dorvel Woods .
		Coming out by Daneway House with its weathervane .
		We circle the side of the hill .
		And down into the valley before climbing up to Iles Green .
		I'm lost for words! .
		Our path takes us across fields .
		Until we find a suitable place for coffee .
		Following which we run the gauntlet of a herd of cattle .
		Eventually arriving in Oakridge .
		With its Church .
		We then follow a path .
		Downhill into the Chalford Valley .
		Where we are invited by Daphne Neville to see her otters .
		She gives us an interesting talk .
		Introducing us to her other animals .
		And her garden .
		The famous swan without a partner .
		We then head along the canal .
		Past flooded fields .
		Alex peers back for stragglers .
		While John points out a hazard over the path .
		We pause at the Daneway Portal .
		Before heading up to Sapperton .
		Photos and captions thanks to Richard

As you can see, we thoroughly enjoy getting to know the South Cotswolds. We try to keep fit and succeed in having a good old chat. If you are interested in coming with us, see our Led Walks Programme and ring the leader if you have any questions about a particular walk. After two or three walks we hope you will then want to join the group as part of the Ramblers.