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Sunday 26 November: Exclusive walk & tour of Chicheley Hall awaits
A stunning countryside walk from Cranfield University via the quintessentially English village of North Crawley to the beautifully restored Chicheley Hall awaits us this coming Sunday. All thanks to a special invitation extended to the Cranfield University’s walking society and its members.
Chicheley Hall is home to The Royal Society and its Kavli Royal Society International Centre that offers residential working retreat for scientists worldwide. It is a stunning Grade I listed mansion surrounded by 80 acres of beautifully kept grounds. Now a wedding venue and a conference centre with accommodation available to book.
This walk to Chicheley Hall is one of the longest circular countryside walks you can undertake in proximity of Cranfield University; about 15km and 2 hours each way. Expect to spot lively livestock along the way!
If you are romantically inclined, a true Jane Austin moment awaits you as approach the beautiful Chicheley Hall.
The walk on 26th November is fully booked. If you are interested in joining a countryside walk from Cranfield University to Chicheley Hall sometimes in the future, please get in touch.
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Sunday 14 May walk: exclusive tour of Chicheley Hall
Update on 10th May: the event has been cancelled
Join us for a delightful countryside walk from Cranfield University to the home of The Royal Society and its Kavli Royal Society International Centre. Attend an exclusive guided tour of the house and gardens. A very special event not to be missed!
Chicheley Hall is a stunning Grade I listed mansion surrounded by 80 acres of beautifully kept grounds. Now a wedding venue and a conference centre. Home to Kavli Royal Society International Centre that offers residential working retreat for scientists worldwide.
Meet in front of the Cafe Bookshop. Depart at 11.30 hours.
Return: circa 19.00 hours. En route picnic stop. Optional pub stop on the way back. Total walk length: circa 14 km (2 hours one way) Surface: footpaths, some stiles to cross over, it may be muddy. Cost: £3. Light refreshments at Chicheley Hall included in the price.
Read more about our last walk to Chicheley Hall.
Sunday 2 April walk: exclusive tour of Chicheley Hall
Experience a true Jane Austin moment as you walk from Cranfield University via the quintessentially English village of North Crawley to the beautifully restored Chicheley Hall. Attend an exclusive guided tour of the house and gardens, followed by tea & cakes. A very special event not to be missed!
Chicheley Hall is a stunning Grade I listed mansion surrounded by 80 acres of beautifully kept grounds. Now a wedding venue and a conference centre.
Home to The Royal Society and its Kavli Royal Society International Centre that offers residential working retreat for scientists worldwide.
Walk itinerary:Meet in front of the Cafe Bookshop. Depart at 12.30 hours.
Return: circa 19.00 hours. Optional stop at The Cock Inn pub on the way back. Total walk length: circa 14 km (2 hours one way) Surface: footpaths, some stiles to cross over, it may be muddy. Cost: £7 members, £10 non-members. Teas & cake at Chicheley Hall included in the price.
Limited places available. Book online here via our Eventbrite page.
Read more about our last walk to Chicheley Hall.
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