What we’re about
Welcome to the Bedfordshire Walking Club, we walk most weekends throughout the year, whatever the weather, mostly around the counties of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Hertfordshire. We also organise some great walking weekends away to some of the best hiking areas around the UK.
Be aware that BWC walks are NOT gentle rambles, we keep to a good pace with few breaks, and our walks are at least ten miles long. So, if you are looking for a gentle stroll in the countryside with lots of breaks and time to take photos, we are probably not the club for you. However, if you are after some great exercise with friendly, like-minded people, have a reasonable standard of fitness, and like a walk that is a bit of a challenge then you have come to the right place.
We are a relaxed and friendly group of all different ages, and we make everyone very welcome. Our hikes are a great chance to meet new people, make new friends and get to know the countryside. Many people come on their own, but you are welcome to bring along a guest if you want.
Come and join us, make some good friends, get some great exercise and experience some of the fantastic UK countryside.
Before signing up please read the guidelines below:
• Our walks are between 10 – 20 miles long and at a pace of over 3mph with only a short break halfway. Please make sure you are fit enough to complete the distance before you sign up for a walk.
The details page of each event will give a full description of the walk, what to expect and a recommended fitness level. If you are not sure that you will be up to the walk, please contact the walk leader for more information.
• ALL members will require a name (not just initials) and profile photo that clearly shows your head, shoulders and face at a reasonably close distance, so you are recognisable. Group photos, photos of children or pets are not acceptable. This is for the safety and peace of mind of the other members, failure to comply may result in a delay in your application being accepted.
• Please make sure we are able to contact you. Your profile privacy settings should be set so at least a walk organiser is able to get in touch with you to inform you of any possible changes.
• We hold walks all year round, in all weathers. Please make sure you come suitably dressed for the terrain and weather conditions with suitable clothing, wet weather gear and sturdy footwear. We don’t always get chance to stop at a pub or café so you should also bring water, a snack and maybe a hot drink in the winter.
•There will be a small charge for the walks, this is to cover the admin costs of the walk leader and running the website. Payment is made in cash at the start of each walk.
• Hiking and hillwalking can be demanding. Each individual member is responsible for their own actions and involvement.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event. Anyone attending one of our events is subject to those terms and conditions.
If a member brings along a guest that is not a member of Meetup, they are subject to the above Terms of Service and attend at their own risk.
Although the leaders of the club walks are very experienced hikers, we do NOT hold any official qualifications and neither the walk leader or the club accepts responsibility for any accidents or injuries of any member while attending a walk.
• We limit the numbers for each of our walks to keep a small close-knit group. So, if you sign up for a walk and then cannot make it, please cancel your RSVP as soon as possible to give other members chance to come along. Those members who make a habit of changing their RSVP the day before or being a no show will be removed from the club.
• Sorry but we do not allow dogs on any of our walks.
If you have any further questions about the club, please don't hesitate to contact the organiser for more information.
Upcoming events
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- £3.00
Sundon - Toddington 11 Mile Circular Walk
Sundon Hills Country Park, Harlington Road,, Upper Sundon, GBThis 11 Mile circular walk takes us from Sundon Hills Country Park following the Chiltern Way through Chalgrove to Toddington, we then follow the ancient Icknield Way across the valley back to the Country Park .
What to Expect
An 11 mile walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be muddy and uneven in places. There will be rolling hills and some short but steeper climbs, total ascent 900ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.This walk will be reasonably challenging due to the distance and amount of ascent. It is suitable for anyone with a good standard of walking fitness.
If you are a first timer please read the 'About us...' section on the homepage before signing up for this walk, ensuring appropriate fitness and suitability.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time to allow others to attend.
The Finer Points
Start: Start point is the car park at Sundon Country Park, Harlington Road Upper Sundon. Nearest post code LU3 3PE. The postcode is not exact so best to follow the directions from the app.
Walk Starts at 09:30.
Parking: The car park is free but it is quite small so please car share where possible and park close together.
Distance: 11 Miles
Total Ascent: 900ft
Walk Time: Approx 4 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: There will be a break at the halfway point so bring a drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: There are no public toilets available on this walk.
Sorry no dogs allowed
Hiking and hillwalking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of, accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.
For further information Contact Nick 07739801881
23 attendees - £3.00
Wrest Park - Shillington - 12 mile Circular Walk
Wrest Park, Bedfordshire, GBWith an impressive mid 19th century house and extensive park and gardens designed by Capability Brown, Wrest park is a great place to start a walk. This circular walk takes us from the estate through the lovely villages, countryside and Woodland that surround the park and past a number of ancient earthworks highlighting the long history of the place.
What to Expect
A 12 mile walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be muddy and uneven in places. There will be a few hills to tackle but nothing too steep. Total ascent is 550ft and we will maintain a pace of over 3mph throughout the walk.Although this walk is reasonably long it is not too challenging. It is suitable for anyone with a moderate standard of walking fitness.
If you are a first timer, please read the 'About us...' section on the homepage before signing up for this walk, ensuring appropriate fitness and suitability.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time to allow others to attend.
The Finer Points
Start Point: The car park in Wrest Park. Nearest post code Silsoe MK45 4HR.
Please follow the directions from the Meetup App to get the exact location.Walk Starts: 09:30.
Parking: The car park is free
Distance: 12 Miles
Total Ascent: 550ft
Walk Time: Approx 4.5 hrs (includes stoppages)
There is a £3.00 charge for the walk
Refreshments: There will be a break at the halfway point so bring a warm drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: Public toilets should be available at the end of the walk.
Sorry no dogs allowed.
Hiking and hillwalking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of, accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.
For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881
27 attendees - £3.00
Deadmans Hill to Ampthill 11.5 mile circular walk
Maulden Wood, Bedford, GBDetails
An 12 mile two woods walk taking in part of the Greensands Ridge Walk, starting from Deadmans Hill through Maulden Wood then over farmland to King's Wood and on to Ampthill Park were there are public toilets and cafe (outside seating only) where we will have our break, returning via Maulden Village and Maulden Wood.
The A6 layby is infamous for the 1960's A6 Hanratty murder case.What to Expect
An 12 mile walk mostly on good paths and farm tracks with some minor roads, we will keep to field boundaries as far as possible, but the route does have a number of field crossings which may have been ploughed and or muddy and slippery, some of the paths may also be muddy and or overgrown in places. There will be rolling hills with a few short but steep climbs and descents, the total ascent for the walk is around 850ft (260m). We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph (5km/hr) throughout the walk, i.e. walking each mile in under 20 minutes.This is quite a long walk but it is not too challenging and is suitable for anyone with a good standard of walking fitness.
If you are a first timer please read the 'About us...' section on the homepage before signing up for this walk, ensuring appropriate fitness and suitability.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time to allow others to attend. Anyone making a habit of changing their RSVP the night before or being a no show will be removed from the club.
The Finer Points
Start point: Maulden Wood main entrance path in the large layby off the northbound side of the A6 dual carriageway at Deadmans Hill 1.5 miles north along the A6 from the A507 / A6 roundabout at Clophill.
Walk Starts: 09:30
Parking: Free, in the large layby on the northbound side of the A6 dual carriageway at Deadmans Hill, 1.5miles north along the A6 from the A507 / A6 roundabout at Clophill.
If you are travelling from the north it may be easier to go down to the A6 / A507 roundabout then back up rather than trying to cross the dual carriageway to access the layby. Maulden Wood, Haynes West End MK45 3UZWhat3Words location: https://what3words.com/blitz.flamingo.used
Distance: 12 Miles
Total Ascent: 850 ft
Walk Time: Approx. 4.5 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: We will have our break around the half way point at the cafe in Ampthill Park so bring a drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: There are public toilets available at the Ampthill Park cafe where we will have our break.
Price: Payment £3 cash only on the day.
Sorry no dogs allowed.
Hiking and hillwalking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of, accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.For further information contact Andrew the walk leader Mob. 07778 041 848
17 attendees - £3.00
Autumn in Ashridge - 11 Mile Walk
Ashridge Visitor Centre, Berkhamsted, GBAshridge is a great place to walk, whatever the season but is particularly spectacular in the autumn when the beech, oak and lime trees add their unique shades to produce some wonderful colours. The different shades of the trees and the great views of the surrounding countryside make this a great walk.
What to Expect
A 11 mile walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be muddy and uneven in places. There will be a few hills to tackle but nothing too steep and a total ascent of around 950ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.This is a lovely walk that is reasonably challenging due to the distance and ascent. It is suitable for anyone that is a regular walker with a good standard of fitness.
If you are a first timer please read the 'About us...' section on the homepage before signing up for this walk, ensuring appropriate fitness and suitability.
The Details:
Start point : The Ashridge Visitor Centre HP4 1LT.
Meet on the green opposite the Café.
The post code is not exact so please follow google maps from the meetup app if you are unsure of where it is.
Walk Starts at: 09:30
Parking: The car park is free
Distance: 11 Miles
Total Ascent: 950ft
Walk Time: Approx 4 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: We will be having a short break around the halfway point so bring a drink and some lunch
There is a £3.00 charge for the walk.
Toilets: There are toilets available at the end of the walk.
No Dogs allowed.
Hiking and hillwalking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of, accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.
For further information Contact Nick 07739801881
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