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In 2024 Malmesbury in North Wiltshire celebrated the 1100th anniversary of Athelstan becoming king. On September 4th 2025 Kingston upon Thames is celebrating the 1100th anniversary of Athelstan's coronation as the King of Wessex and Mercia. To highlight the connection between these events the Athelstan Pilgrim Way, a popular network of footpaths and cycleways across North Wiltshire, is being extended to Kingston for a special event; a symbolic cycle from Malmesbury to Kingston, arriving in Kingston on the anniversary of the coronation.
The cycle will take place over 2 days - leaving Malmesbury at 10:00am on Wednesday 3rd September, overnighting in Maidenhead and arriving in Kingston at 10:30am on Thursday 4th September, to converge with a walking group to participate in a joint reception.
This event will appeal to club and experienced cyclists who are comfortable riding 80 miles in a single day and have access to a suitable bike.
Might you be interested in taking part? Email us at [email protected] or register at https://www.athelstan1100.co.uk/events-ticketing/athelstan-1100-events/walk-the-athelstan-1100-pilgrim-way-malmesbury-to-kingston-2026 and we'll send you more information.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Malmesbury Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury. SN16 9BZ, Chippenham, United Kingdom
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