Walk by the Light of the Silvery Moon!

Join us for an exhilarating adventure under the light of the Full Moon and discover the dark side of the Chilterns!

These evening walks take place on, or near, the night of the full moon. Along the way we take time to tune into the sights and sounds of the night and may get to see and hear owls, deer, and more. If the weather is kind, we will be guided by the light of the silvery moon and get to marvel at the night sky.

Don’t forget to bring a torch!

Walk fee: £12

Walk Details: 4 - 5 miles | approx. 2.5 hrs | moderate pace | undulating terrain | no dogs (sorry!)

Wrap up warm and experience an exhilarating 'Walk on the Dark Side' in the Chiltern Hills! Our after dark explorations are approximately 2 - 2.5 hrs duration. Note some paths and tracks may be rough, uneven or muddy in part.

What do I need?

• A good, comfortable pair of walking shoes or boots

• Comfortable warm outdoor clothing, including waterproofs in case of rain

• A small rucksack for personal provisions, including snacks and water, face covering and hand sanitiser

• Don’t forget your torch (a headtorch is ideal)!

Children 14 yrs + are welcome but mast be capable of walking the distance and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who shall be responsible for them during the walk. Please ensure that you read the walk description carefully.

2024-25 Moon Walks

Wednesday 18 September - Harvest Moon

Binfield Heath - 6.45 pm meet at The Bottle & Glass Inn, RG9 5JT (OS GR: SU 743793)

Thursday 17 October - Hunter’s Moon

Binfield Heath - 6.45 pm meet at The Bottle & Glass Inn, RG9 5JT (OS GR: SU 743793)

Thursday 14 November - Beaver Moon

Nettlebed - 6.45 meet by The Green, Nettlebed, RG9 5AX (GR: SU 701868)

Sunday 15 December - Cold Moon

Shiplake - 6.45 meet at Memorial Avenue playing field, RG9 4DW

Sunday 12 January - Wolf Moon

Binfield Heath - 6.45 pm meet at The Bottle & Glass Inn, RG9 5JT (OS GR: SU 743793)

Monday 10 February - Snow Moon

Watlington Hill - 6.45 pm meet at NT Car Park, Hill Road (OS GR: SU 710935)

Wednesday 12 March - Worm Moon

Maidensgrove Common - 6.45 pm meet on common (Park Lane - top of the hill from Stonor), Nearest post code RG9 6HN (OS GR: SU 720 887)

Thursday 10 April - Pink Moon

Goring - 6.45 pm meet at Wheel Orchard carpark, Station Road, RG8 9HB (OS GR: SU 599807)

Saturday 10 May - Flower Moon

Nettlebed - 6.45 meet by The Green, Nettlebed, RG9 5AX (GR: SU 701868)

Monday 9 June - Strawberry Moon

Walk details tbc

Tuesday 8 July - Buck Moon

Walk details tbc

Thursday 7 August - Sturgeon Moon

Walk details tbc

Please note that participants are responsible for their own travel to/from the meet point for this walk. Cars are left at owners own risk.

If you would like any further information before booking, please get in touch.

Health & Risk Declaration:

When booking and participating in our activities you acknowledge that walking, like all outdoor activity, has a danger of personal injury. There are many variables including, but not limited to, weather, personal fitness level, terrain features and outdoor experience that must be considered prior to walking. You voluntarily choose to take part and are aware of and accept these risks and are responsible for your own actions and involvement.

Please read the walk description carefully. Your booking, and participation on the day, are accepted on the understanding that you, and those you are booking on behalf of, are medically and physically fit to take part in the activity. You undertake to inform us if you have any medical or physical condition which may impact on your ability, or the ability of the group, to safely take part in the activity. If you have any concerns you should discuss this with us prior to booking and participating.

COVID-19 Risk - If you think you may have any symptoms linked to COVID-19, or have recently been exposed to the virus, do not come to the walk.