Land of the Fanns 100 Stories
Walk 9: Thames Chase and Stubbers

Circular Walk
Monday 3^rd June 2019, 6:30pm-9pm

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Introduction
This walk is part of the Land of the Fanns ‘Community Mapping – 100 Stories project’ led by Kinetika, which, with local communities, will identify and celebrate 100 stories gathered in response to the Land of the Fanns landscape areas, and make 100 silk flags using Kinetika’s batik silk painting process. The project will culminate in a 100 Stories Walking/Arts festival in Summer 2020.

The walk route has been devised by local volunteers to inspire stories, memories and responses and during the walk we invite you to do any or all of the following

• Enjoy the walk, meet people, connect with Land of the Fanns and get to know the area if you are new to it
• Think about your personal connections to the landscape en route
• Share stories about the area
• Capture stories or themes through informal writing and drawing activities
• Record the experience through taking photos on smart phones or cameras

Walk description
The walk starts at Thames Chase Forest Centre where there will be an introduction to the Community Mapping project by Kinetika.  The walk then begins by walking to All Saints Church in Cranham, from here the walk continues to Cranham Marshes.  Cranham Marsh Local
Nature Reserve is an excellent combination of ancient wet woodland, wet meadow and marsh, a survival from the once marshland habitat of much of the area.

The route then continues to Stubbers, this is an historic site in North Ockendon that was once a stately home with extensive park land and gardens, the site is now used as an outdoor pursuits centre. There are a few remnants of the formal gardens in a walled garden and crinkle-crankle wall.  The walk will finish with a summary from Kinetika at Thames Chase Forest Centre.

• Registration for walk: 6:15pm
• Walk starts: 6:30pm
• Meet: Thames Chase Forest Centre, Broadfields, Pike Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 3NS
• Walk ends: 9:30pm
• Ends: Thames Chase Forest Centre, Broadfields, Pike Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 3NS

• Duration: 3 hours
• Distance: 5 miles
• Grading: Moderate
• Walk leaders: Bob Stevenson, Mary Wright

Parking
Parking at Thames Chase Forest Centre, Broadfields, Pike Lane, Upminster, Essex, RM14 3NS

Train stations
The nearest train station: Upminster (approx 1.5 miles from Forest Centre).

Buses
Take 346 bus to Pond Walk – approx. 0.6 miles from Forest Centre
Take 248 bus to Moor Lane – approx. 0.6 miles from Forest Centre
Take 370 bus to Stubbers – approx. 0.4 miles from Forest Centre
Take 347 bus to Winchester Avenue – approx. 0.3 miles from Forest Centre

Accessibility
These walks are of different lengths and on different terrain. Some are mainly on footpaths, and other mainly on footpaths where ground may be uneven. This walk is not suitable for wheelchairs.

About the Land of the Fanns Community Mapping Project: 100 Stories
The 100 Stories programme will work with local communities and individuals of all ages across the Land of the Fanns area to identify and celebrate 100 stories gathered in response to the Land of the Fanns landscape areas, and make 100 silk flags using Kinetika’s batik silk painting process. The project will culminate in a 100 Stories Walking/Arts festival in Summer 2020. Alongside the community mapping and arts festival will be a creative skills training programme including interpreting the landscape through art, creative writing, filming, photography and walk leader training.

Please note:

You need to choose walks within your capabilities; the walk leaders are experienced but must take your word that you are sufficiently fit for the grade of walk you have chosen.

Walk leaders will be at the start of the walk regardless of the weather. In the unlikely event of any unforeseen circumstances, Land of the Fanns and Kinetika reserve the right to change or cancel a walk and/or performance. Please check the website www.landofthefanns.org regularly for any updates or follow us on Twitter  or Facebook. .

Please ensure that you are properly equipped for all walks. The weather can be unpredictable so bring waterproof clothing and/or sun hats and sun cream – it’s best to be prepared for everything!

Walking boots/shoes are recommended, but otherwise please wear suitable and comfortable footwear- best to leave open-toe sandals or high heels at home.

Make sure you bring a packed lunch, if necessary, and plenty to drink.

Due care has been exercised in organising the walks, however Kinetika, the funders and associated partners of the project cannot accept liability for loss, accident or injury caused to any person following the routes.

We will be taking photographs and video of this event to promote and celebrate the project in print and online. If you do not give consent to be photographed or filmed please let a member of the Kinetika team know on the day.

Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Link to Eventbrite page here.