Terms & Frequently Asked Questions
All participants are requested to take part in a safe way and to adhere to the latest Government guidelines to ensure the safety of everyone, so please.
Are there toilets on the route?
Toilet facilities are available at Ockwells Park and the various pubs along the way.
What MUST I bring with me on the day?
Can I bring my dog?
Of course you can, its always great to see our four-legged friends out enjoying the walk. Please note if you decide to do half of the route we cannot provide transport for your dog, as volunteers use their own cars for this.
What is the path like?
The path is a mixture of pavements and the Thames path itself so in wet weather it can get a bit muddy, so do take care on your walk.
Is the walk suitable for pushchairs?
Yes it is suitable for pushchairs and we love to have little people enjoying the day too. However the route does follow the Thames Path so at some points it becomes narrow and muddy, so please bear this in mind.
Do I have to raise money for charity?
No you do not have to raise money for charity in order to do the walk, however we do encourage you to use this as a fundraising event for a charity you are passionate about. Or perhaps for Rotary, so that we can continue our work in the local community. Please note even if you are not raising funds for charity you are required to bring a sponsor form with you.
I want to register a group – how do I do this?
Registering a group is very easy to do, simply click here to complete the online form and to pay the £15 group registration fee.
How to get your completion certificate?
What is the role of the group organiser?
As group organiser you are responsible for ensuring all your members have completed a sponsor form and that they have all the details needed to do the walk on the day.
How many people have to be in the group to qualify for discounted entry?
To qualify for the one off £15 entry fee you need a minimum of 15 people in your group (split into sub-bubbles of no more than 6 individuals as per latest Government Guidelines).
The organisers can accept no responsibility or liability for any loss or injury to property or persons involved in this event however caused.
- Choose a route and timing that will not inconvenience other members of the public
- To avoid any possible congestion don’t start at the traditional Boundary walk check points
- Park vehicles appropriately
- Be careful when crossing and walking on our roads
- Avoid starting so late that you don’t finish in darkness (it gets dark at around 6pm in late October!)
- Check on the weather and take suitable clothing
- Consider hydration and plan your refreshments, rests and toilet breaks
- Protect our environment, take your litter with you and look after your dogs
- If the guidelines permit, households can walk together, but for others please adhere to social distancing rules
- Groups of walkers should not comprise of more than 6 individuals (if you have registered as a group of 15 or more you must split out into sub-bubbles as per the latest Government guidelines)
- Please consider using masks and gloves and ensure you have hand sanitisers with you.
- Please be neighbourly and keep noise to a minimum
- Tell other people where you are going and at what time, so someone can raise the alarm if you do not return.
- Make sure you have a support crew who can come and get you if you need help
- Ensure your phone is fully charged before you go and consider taking a battery charger with you
- Carry emergency contact details with you (think about track and trace)
- Please remember that this year we are not having a traditional Boundary Walk and support is not available from the Rotary Clubs, who cannot accept any responsibility for any loss to property or injury howsoever caused.
Are there toilets on the route?
Toilet facilities are available at Ockwells Park and the various pubs along the way.
What MUST I bring with me on the day?
- Wear comfortable shoes or boots, carry a lightweight waterproof
- Suitable clothing - warm & wet weather, as well as sun cream as you can never predict the British weather!
- Route Map (click here to download)
- Water to keep you going!
Can I bring my dog?
Of course you can, its always great to see our four-legged friends out enjoying the walk. Please note if you decide to do half of the route we cannot provide transport for your dog, as volunteers use their own cars for this.
What is the path like?
The path is a mixture of pavements and the Thames path itself so in wet weather it can get a bit muddy, so do take care on your walk.
Is the walk suitable for pushchairs?
Yes it is suitable for pushchairs and we love to have little people enjoying the day too. However the route does follow the Thames Path so at some points it becomes narrow and muddy, so please bear this in mind.
Do I have to raise money for charity?
No you do not have to raise money for charity in order to do the walk, however we do encourage you to use this as a fundraising event for a charity you are passionate about. Or perhaps for Rotary, so that we can continue our work in the local community. Please note even if you are not raising funds for charity you are required to bring a sponsor form with you.
I want to register a group – how do I do this?
Registering a group is very easy to do, simply click here to complete the online form and to pay the £15 group registration fee.
How to get your completion certificate?
- Send details of your completed walk by filling out the post-walk form here
- Send us photos whilst out on your walk using the hashtag #MaidenheadBoundaryWalk and we will share them on our social media profiles to show how well you are all doing!
- We'll send you your completion certificate by email, which you can use to show your sponsors you completed the walk.
What is the role of the group organiser?
As group organiser you are responsible for ensuring all your members have completed a sponsor form and that they have all the details needed to do the walk on the day.
How many people have to be in the group to qualify for discounted entry?
To qualify for the one off £15 entry fee you need a minimum of 15 people in your group (split into sub-bubbles of no more than 6 individuals as per latest Government Guidelines).
The organisers can accept no responsibility or liability for any loss or injury to property or persons involved in this event however caused.