Accessible for All Tour – Getting to know your spring weeds

An Evening botanical tour 

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A high-quality, fully guided walk, with informative talk,  in the beautiful vale of Pewsey. 

Exploration of the multitude of plants bursting into life. Spring is a magical time as life races into action after the winters hibernation. Who knows what we will see, as every day brings something new.

This tour will be located completely within the village – you will be surprised at what is in plain sight! This tour is led by Walking Wiltshire.

Is it for me?

We are trying to make this tour accessible to all.

Starting in the Co-op car park we will head upstream along the River Avon. Crossing the road by the Co-op entrance, passing by the heritage centre and along the river by Whatley Drive.  Then Crossing Broomcroft road and into the Scotchel. Depending on time available the tour will head towards Bucklease Mill where it will finish, and we will head back to the Co-op car park – although some are planning on visiting the Royal Oak for refreshments.

Apart from entering the Scotchell by Broomcroft road, and leaving by the railway embankment, the route is reasonably level. The paths are reasonably wide, although the bridge in the Scotchell is a little narrow. (I will measure this, as it is wide enough for most Wheelchairs, push chairs, strollers and mobility scooters, it may be too narrow for Trampers – I will find out).  Most surfaces are relatively smooth, although there are a few lumpier bits in the Scotchell. Should be OK for most ambulant people even those with mobility restrictions, with care.  Assistance with slopes can be provided (please contact me before had to ensure provision): if issues are encountered during the tour be assured assistance will be available.

I have concerns…..

Do please drop me a line.  I’m not going to claim that it is accessible for all – Contact me to discuss any concerns. I want to know what needs to be done to improve access to the countryside, so your feedback is important.

If you have an assistant, advocate or carer, they can join for free.

I can meet you before hand and cover the route if this is of assistance.

What happens?

Mike from Walking Wiltshire will take you on a guided tour looking at the wonder of plants. Setting off from the car park it will not be long before something is seen worthy of investigation. Then cross the road towards the heritage centre and follow the river onward to the Scotchel, the journey of discovery starts. The time is spent exploring the plants and their uses. Medicinal, culinary and otherwise. Their history, folk law and legends. Their environment, and numerous other aspects of the plants seen on the day.

A thoroughly enjoyable opportunity to discover the power of some of our most common, and often unseen, companions.

You have questions

You may still have questions or want to know more. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.