SN: 116942 - 2021 / Y2708
ALERT - Do NOT attempt to do the 10k when snow is on the ground. Parts of walking trail do not get cleared.
This walk highlights the history of Newtown, one of the oldest towns in Pennsylvania. It passes many information markers provided by the Newtown Historic Society.
Historic Town Walk | |
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Year Round Walk | |
Newtown, Pennsylvania
Bucks County
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
From Fri, Jan 1st, 2021 to Dec 31st, 2021
Special programs
Ice Cream Parlors
Rockin' Around the Clock
Walking the USA A - Z
Walking with America's Veterans
Long description
The 5k, 8k, and 10k routes have a common start. The 5k route goes through the historic downtown and commercial areas. The 8k and 10k routes also venture east and include old and new residential areas, a walking trail (10k only) and the cemetery. There is a short distance of natural walking surface and uneven sidewalks. The 10k has one significant uphill (about 80 feet) on a paved sidewalk. There we a few gradual hills on the route.
Distance: 10k/8k/5k, Rating: 2B
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
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Strollers: Medium |
Wheelchairs: Hard |
Comments
Newtown is very historic. It is one of William Penn's original towns, was prominent during the Revolutionary War, and served as the seat of Bucks County for 88 years. The Newtown Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
Awards and fees: IVV Credit Only
OSB - First register for the event
The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.
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Event website: www.libertybellwanderers.net
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