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 (4+)
See all- Bromham - Harrold 11.9 Mile Circular WalkMK43 8HJ, Bedford£3.00
A walk from Bromham taking in the north Bedfordshire villages of Carlton, Harrold, and Stevington including picking up part of the John Bunyan Trail / Ouse Valley Way and sections of the disused Bedford Northampton railway.
Walk highlights / things to look out for: wild flowers in Salem Thrift (including bluebells if we are lucky), Harrold Country Park, the River Great Ouse, Stevington’s Holy Well and Windmill, and weather permitting wide ranging views of north Bedfordshire.
What to Expect
A 11.9 mile walk mostly on paths and bridleways, with a few farm tracks and quiet roads, we will need to cross a few fields which given the time of year maybe muddy. There are no steep hills, and the total ascent is around 625 feet. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk, i.e. walking each mile in under 20 minutes.This walk is not too challenging and will be suitable for anyone with a reasonable standard of walking fitness.
The Details
Start Point: Northampton Road junction The Glade Bromham MK43 8HJ
park on Northampton Road before “The Glade” turning.Please don’t rely on the Post Code as this covers quite a large area, use the Google Map Pin on the location map or What3Words
https://what3words.com/nearly.spoons.adverbsWalk Starts at: 09:30
Parking: On the road and is free, but please car share if possible.
Distance: 11.9 Miles
Total Ascent: 625ft
Walk Time: Approx 4.5 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: We will be having a short break at the halfway point at Harrold Country Park so bring a drink and some lunch.
There is a £3.00 charge for the walk.
Toilets: There are toilets available at Harrold Country Park, the halfway point where we have our break.
For further information please contact Andrew on 07778 041 848