Longleat Forest, Shearwater & Heavens Gate | 12km hike (Women only)

The Adventure Girls Club

Join us on an epic hike around the ancient trees of Longleat forest

Shear Water Car Park

Join us for a walk among giants as we we've our way through the old Redwoods of Longleat Forest. We'll begin our walk at Shear Water where we can spot some amazing wildlife, before heading into the forest towards Heavens Gate. Once we get to Heavens gate we will sit and admire the view with lunch before heading back into the forest and along the lake to the car park. There is a tea room right next to the car park where we can grab a drink to finish. D﻿istance: 12km / 7.5 milesT﻿ime: 4-5 hoursE﻿levation: 176mG﻿rade: Easy - suitable for beginners. Mostly flat with a few short hills. T﻿errain: Mostly gravel tracks with a few muddy trails. A﻿bout your guide:Hi I'm Alice, qualified mountain leader and CEO of The Adventure Girls Club. I'm passionate about reconnecting women back nature through adventure and outdoor skills. I set up the club because I didn't feel like I belonged in the outdoor community and I wanted to create a safe space for women like me to head out and enjoy the outdoors in their own way. I love meeting all the lush people who come along to our events and it's best feeling seeing everyone come away feeling more connected to nature and making connections with other like-minded women too. Transport: This walk is only accessible via car. We'll meet at Shear Water car park which is easily found on Google maps <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vPreZqj5SuzcRLD77" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>What to bring: <ul><li>Hiking boots or trainers</li><li>Plenty of snacks and a packed lunch</li><li>Rucksack </li><li>Water (at least 1 litre) </li><li>Waterproofs and warm layers </li><li>S﻿mall first aid kit with personal medication</li></ul>Toilets:There are no toilets on this hike so you will have to embrace what I like to call a 'wild wee'! Luckily, forest walks have plenty of hidden spots for this. If you need to go, just tell someone in the group and hang back for some privacy.Safety:I like to make these hikes as enjoyable as possible for everyone, so I keep a slow and steady pace. It's about taking in the views and being in nature, not about rushing to the finish line. Having said that, you are responsible for your own health and safety. If you are unsure as to whether you are fit to come on these hikes, please either consult your doctor or let me know your concerns.I am a Qualified Mountain Leader and I am level 3 Outdoor First Aid trained so I will be on hand in case of an emergency.Dogs:Well behaved dogs are more than welcome on my hikes, however, there will be livestock around and potentially other dogs, so they will need to stay on a lead for parts of it. Refund PolicyRefunds will only be given if the event is cancelled. If you can no longer attend you are more than welcome to sell your ticket to someone else but please let me know if you do so.TermsBy signing up to this event you are agreeing to our <a href="https://www.theadventuregirls.club/terms-conditions" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>This event is for over 18’s only.

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