Monarchs Way

One of the best known stories in British
history is that of the escape of Charles II after
the Battle of Worcester in 1651. The
Monarch's Way provides the opportunity to
relive this great adventure.

For six exciting weeks, the 21 year old
CharlesII was hotly pursued by the
Parliamentary forces under Oliver Cromwell.
Charles first travelled north, where he hid in
the famous oak tree at Boscobel. He then
travelled south through the Cotswolds and
the Mendips to the South Coast at
Charmouth, and finally along the South Downs
to Shoreham from where he made his escape
to France.

This long distance walk (610 miles) using
footpaths and bridleways closely follows the
route taken by Charles and enables you to
visit many historic sites and buildings, maybe
only previously known to you through the
history books, and also takes

you through some of the finest scenery in western and southern
England.

The Monarch's Way is well waymarked and is shown on the latest
editions of Ordnance Survey Landranger and Explorer maps.

Wycheway Country Walks we are proud to be associated with The
Monarch's Way and pleased to offer a variety of walking holidays
including a guided walks package, a self-guided package, short
breaks and guided day walks.

We will be pleased to arrange walking holidays for groups on any
section of The Monarch's Way, please contact us to discuss your
plans.

If you require further details about our Monarch' s Way Walks
please request a copy of our Monarch's Way information sheet.

For further information on The Monarch's Way you may like to visit
the web site. www.monarchsway.50megs.com

Self guided walks are now available on the complete route.