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The Old Harry's Rock trail

Sat, 05 Feb

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Hammersmith Station

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The Old Harry's Rock trail
The Old Harry's Rock trail

Time & Location

05 Feb 2022, 07:30

Hammersmith Station, Hammersmith Station, London W6 7AE, UK

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About the event

Old Harry Rocks are three chalk formation on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset that were formed about 66 million years ago. They have gradually eroded over the centuries and Old Harry's wife has collapsed in 1509.

They are located at the most eastern point of the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once connected the Isle of Wight to the continent with what we today call the Needles.

This magical place is where legends take place with various stories about the naming of the rocks. The Devil (traditionally known euphemistically as "Old Harry") slept on the rocks. Another local legend says that the rocks were named after Harry Paye, the infamous Poole pirate, whose ship hid behind the rocks awaiting passing merchantmen.And finally, another tale has it that a ninth-century Viking raid was thwarted by a storm and that one of the drowned, Earl Harold, was turned into a pillar of Chalk.

Nevertheless, there is lot of place for our imagination in this stunning place and it certainly is a fantastic spot for a hike so come and join me for another trip on my trails. You will have stunning views that will blow your mind at a nice and relax pace, your camera is also highly recommended!

INFORMATION:

Distance:12 miles/18km Difficulty:medium, a couple of hills

TRAVEL: Via private minibus

MEETING POINT:

08.15 am for a 8.30 am departure at Hammersmith Station

COST:

£ 65 via Paypal

INCLUDED:

Guided hike

Pick up and transport via minibus from London Hammersmith

A great time with lovely people

A lot of sweat and a forced diet to be ready for Christmas! Joke, we will get some food on the way😋

NOT INCLUDED:

Anything not mentioned above

WHAT TO BRING:

Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes, otherwise good trainers;

Weather appropriate clothes, including waterproofs if there is a chance of rain;

Water bottle;

Packed lunch and snacks.

WHATSAPP:

A WhatsApp group will be created a few days before the trips, noone is forced to join of course, but I will post additional information on it, we usually also exchange photos of the beautiful day.

MEETING POINT:

Hammersmith station( I will give the exact location on the WhatsApp group that I will create for the group)

ATTENTION:

Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄

POLICIES:

1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection of any of our trips and this is without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationalities, people of all ages, sex and political beliefs and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group.

2: Our trips are only refundable up to 30 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else.

3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our site, you will be fully refunded

4: Pleasure ensure that you check this page regularly as times and meeting locations might change.

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  • Old Harry's Rocks

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