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Rooted in History

Rooted in History

04 April 2025

10.00 to 14.00


Rooted in History is a 6 mile walk that tells the story of taming the great Wealden forest over 8,000 years, from Mesolithic times to the Anglo-Saxons.

This walk is the second in a series of three, with “The Wild Wood” as the first and “Fuel the Fire” the third.

Despite its name, the Wild Wood has always been shaped by humans. Wood was the fundamental material on which early societies were built.

Each civilisation that encountered the forest managed its trees in their own way.

On this walk, we’ll look for evidence of these past approaches to trees and explore how the landscape has changed.

You’ll need to walk with imagination and curiosity, visualising what once was and feeling the layers of history beneath your feet. Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome.

Details

Start: 04 April 2025
End: 04 April 2025

Location Details

Location Older Hill, Woolbeding, nr Midhurst
Postcode GU29 0QB
Directions

Please do not follow the postcode with satnav, it covers too wide an area. If you book on this walk you will be emailed details about how to find the walk start etc.

Organiser Details

Organiser's Name Rural Strides
Organiser's Website https://ruralstrides.co.uk/rooted-in-history-2/
Organiser's Email walk@ruralstrides.co.uk
Organiser's Telephone 07903 991761

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