
Retro Ramblers Walk
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The Retro Ramblers Walk takes place on 24 October 2026, starting and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park in Swindon. Participants will embark on an 8.3 mile loop guided by the Retro Ramblers. The event is free to attend.
Join Retro Ramblers on a 8.3 mile loop, starting from and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park, Swindon.
SUMMARY:
Join Retro Ramblers on a 8.3 mile loop, starting from and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park, Swindon.
We will be meeting outside the public toilets, next to Chapel Street Car Park. Using the paths, we walk through Hawthorn and Tovey Road Park, before heading down Church Walk and Haydon Wick, for a quick convienience break at Orbital Shopping Centre. From here, we head through Abbey Meads and Groundwell, for another convienience break at Dobbies Garden Centre. We then head up Kingsdown Road, along the path behind TNT and B&Q Depots, walking towards Greenbridge and back to Chapel Street Car Park. There is an option, to visit The Swiss Chalet, for a well deserved drink, which is opposite the Car Park at the end.
To keep up to date on any walk, join Retro Ramblers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroramblers/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroramblers/)
HOW TO FIND US:
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Address: Chapel Street Car Park, Chapel Street, Gorse Hill, Swindon SN2 8DA
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Please arrive 15 minutes early, to check in.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome on this walk.
As I cannot control the weather, please wear/bring appropriate footwear and clothing, as well as a drink, to stay hydrated.
PARKING:
Parking is free in the Car Park.
Address: Chapel Street Car Park, Chapel Street, Gorse Hill, Swindon SN2 8DA
ROUTE PLANNING:
The route has been planned using Komoot, and follows paths and right of ways and can be found here: https://www.komoot.com/collection/3346538/-retro-ramblers (https://www.komoot.com/collection/3346538/-retro-ramblers)
DISCLAIMER:
Everyone taking part in these walks, do so at their own risk.
Retro Rambler assumes no responsibility for anyone attending any of the walks, and will not be held responsible for any accidents, injuries or losses that occurred as a result of any walk.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Chapel Street.
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Frequently asked questions
Retro Ramblers Walk takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:00.
Retro Ramblers Walk is held at Chapel Street in Swindon (Chapel Street, Gorse Hill).
Entry to Retro Ramblers Walk is free.
The forecast for Retro Ramblers Walk is Overcast · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Chapel Street can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Retro Ramblers Walk can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Retro Ramblers Walk takes place on 24 October 2026, starting and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park in Swindon. Participants will embark on an 8.3 mile loop guided by the Retro Ramblers. The event is free to attend.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Join Retro Ramblers on a 8.3 mile loop, starting from and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park, Swindon.
SUMMARY:
Join Retro Ramblers on a 8.3 mile loop, starting from and finishing at Chapel Street Car Park, Swindon.
We will be meeting outside the public toilets, next to Chapel Street Car Park. Using the paths, we walk through Hawthorn and Tovey Road Park, before heading down Church Walk and Haydon Wick, for a quick convienience break at Orbital Shopping Centre. From here, we head through Abbey Meads and Groundwell, for another convienience break at Dobbies Garden Centre. We then head up Kingsdown Road, along the path behind TNT and B&Q Depots, walking towards Greenbridge and back to Chapel Street Car Park. There is an option, to visit The Swiss Chalet, for a well deserved drink, which is opposite the Car Park at the end.
To keep up to date on any walk, join Retro Ramblers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroramblers/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/retroramblers/)
HOW TO FIND US:
What3Words: ///chins.craft.shot
Address: Chapel Street Car Park, Chapel Street, Gorse Hill, Swindon SN2 8DA
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Please arrive 15 minutes early, to check in.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome on this walk.
As I cannot control the weather, please wear/bring appropriate footwear and clothing, as well as a drink, to stay hydrated.
PARKING:
Parking is free in the Car Park.
Address: Chapel Street Car Park, Chapel Street, Gorse Hill, Swindon SN2 8DA
ROUTE PLANNING:
The route has been planned using Komoot, and follows paths and right of ways and can be found here: https://www.komoot.com/collection/3346538/-retro-ramblers (https://www.komoot.com/collection/3346538/-retro-ramblers)
DISCLAIMER:
Everyone taking part in these walks, do so at their own risk.
Retro Rambler assumes no responsibility for anyone attending any of the walks, and will not be held responsible for any accidents, injuries or losses that occurred as a result of any walk.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Chapel Street. Searching near Chapel Street, Gorse Hill; check-in Saturday, 24 October 2026.
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WhereChapel Street
Chapel Street, Gorse Hill
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Retro Ramblers Walk?
Retro Ramblers Walk takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Retro Ramblers Walk taking place?
Retro Ramblers Walk is held at Chapel Street in Swindon (Chapel Street, Gorse Hill).
How much are tickets for Retro Ramblers Walk?
Entry to Retro Ramblers Walk is free.
What will the weather be like at Retro Ramblers Walk?
The forecast for Retro Ramblers Walk is Overcast · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Retro Ramblers Walk?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Chapel Street can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Retro Ramblers Walk?
Tickets for Retro Ramblers Walk can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Entry
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feels like 9°C · chance of rain 17% · wind 13 km/h
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Chapel Street, Gorse Hill
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