FROME & DISTRICT PROBUS WALK
Dear Members
Upton Lovell/with Pub lunch, The Prince Leopold Inn, [the name is in memory of Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany (caricatured opposite with Princess Helena), the youngest son of Queen Victoria, who lived at Boyton Manor in the neighbouring village of Boyton. He died of haemophilia in 1884]. Upton Lovell – BA12 0JP
Parking, alongside the inn as well as on the road outside.
Tuesday 6th August 2024– 10.30 am prompt start for long walk – 11.15 am start for short walk
From The Prince Leopold we head across the railway to Corton and then northwards to Heytesbury. We then follow the River Wyle back to Upton Lovell. The walk is 4 miles long. There are no stiles or hills. We should get back to the inn at about 12.45 pm. for refreshments and lunch. Lunch is booked for 1.00 pm.
The long walk will be led by Arnold Hodgson. There will also be a short walk of about an hour’s duration on footpaths around Upton Lovell led by Mel Noller
Please note: I would like to know who is attending – so please reply specifying long or short walk. The pub menu is not available at the moment but will be sent out during w/c 22/07/24) – PUBS ARE NOW REQUIRING US TO PRE-ORDER.
Important Information
Wives/partners are welcome on the walk and a ‘booking system’ is used.
You need to reply directly to the walk coordinator (Arnold’s contact details below) if you wish to attend.
The deadline for confirming attendance is Monday 29th July.
The walk program is displayed on the Frome Probus website and is updated each month.
Queries and info – Arnold Hodgson (01373 839060) Email: Arnold