About us
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 wish.
Come and join us, meet some like minded people, 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 so we can put a name to a face when you attend a walk and 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 Meetup organiser fees. Payment is made at the start of each walk. Payment details can be found for each individual walk.
• Hiking and hillwalking can be demanding. Each individual member is responsible for their own actions and involvement.
You are welcome to bring along a guest to a walk but they will be your responsibility and must be over 16 years of age.
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.
This is mainly to ensure the walks are safe, inclusive, and easy to manage for everyone. Some members may feel uncomfortable around dogs, or may feel unsafe, especially if we encounter livestock during our walks.
If you have any further questions about the club, please don't hesitate to contact the organiser for more information.
We look forward to welcoming you on a walk soon.
Upcoming events
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- £3.00
The Brickhills, Grand Union Canal and Rushmere. 11 Mile Walk
Little Brickhill, Milton Keynes, GBA great walk though the lovely countryside between Milton Keynes and Leighton Buzzard. With old villages, wonderful countryside, the woodland of Rushmere Country Park and the Grand Union Canal.
What to Expect
An 11 mile circular walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be overgrown and muddy in places. There will be a few hills to tackle with a total ascent of around 850ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.This walk is not too challenging but there are a few hills and some longer climbs. It is suitable for anyone with a reasonable 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.
The Finer Points
Start point is the village of Little Brickhill. We will meet on Watling Street by the small roundabout at the Southern end of the village just off the A5. Nearest postcode MK17 9NZ. Please follow the directions on the Meetup App if you are not sure where it is.
Walk Starts at: 09:30. Please arrive early enough to give yourself time to gear up and book in.
If you are going to be late please let the walk leader know or we may leave without you.
Parking: Park on the road
Distance: 11 Miles
Total Ascent: 850ft
Walk Time: Approx 4hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: We will be having a break around the halfway point so bring a drink and a snack.
There is a £3:00 charge for the walk to cover the admin costs of the walk leader, payable when we meet.
Payment is by cash or card/contactless.
Toilets. There are no Toilets at the beginning of the walk but there are toilets about the 8 Mile point.
We have a no dogs policy on all of our walks.
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
16 attendees - £2.00
Old Warden 5 miles circular (summer evening walk)
St Leonard's Church, Old Warden, church lane sg18 9hd, Bedfordshire, GBDetails
Many have proclaimed that Old Warden is “Bedfordshire’s prettiest village” and they may well be right. This short, but perfectly formed circular walk starts at St Leonards Church in Old Warden. It takes in ancient woods, pretty village cottages and the edge of the Shuttleworth estate, before veering off to Ickwell village green.Start/End Point: Church Lane, Old Warden, Bedfordshire SG18 9HD
What to expect
A varied mix of quiet grassy paths, and footpaths. A small section of road walking. The route features one steep incline as we walk through Warden Warren Wood near to the start, but the rest is fairly flat. It is suitable for anyone with a good standard of walking fitness- we typically maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.The Finer Points
Start/Finish point:
St Leonards Church carpark, Church Lane, Old Warden SG18 9HD
Walk Starts: 18:30pm
Parking: Free
Distance: 5 Miles
Walk Time: Approx. 2hrs
Refreshments: please bring water (and a small snack if you wish)
Public Toilets: there are no public toilets on this walk
Cost: There is a £2 charge payable by cash at the start 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 Nicola on 07952 94668315 attendees - £3.00
Woburn 7 Parish Walk (15 Mile)
Woburn Car Park, Park Street, Woburn, GBSummer is on its way, and as usual for this time of year, we’re adding a few longer walks to the program so we can spend more time outdoors doing what we enjoy most.
Our first longer walk of the year is this classic route from Woburn. It leads us through the beautiful Woburn Deer Park, past the grand house, and into the charming countryside and woodlands of the seven parishes surrounding the estate.What to Expect
A 15 mile circular walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be a little muddy in places. There will be rolling hills and a few steep but short climbs, total ascent 960ft, we will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.
This is quite a long walk with a few hills and a 960ft ascent so is reasonably challenging. 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 point: The public car park in Park Street, Woburn, MK17 9PG. Opposite the Parish Church
Walk Starts: 09:30. Please arrive early enough to give yourself time to gear up and book in.
If you are going to be late please let the walk leader know or we may leave without you.
Parking: The car park in Park Street is free.
Distance: 15 Miles
Total Ascent: 960ft
Walk Time: Approx 5 hrs (includes stoppages)
Payment: There is a £3.00 charge for the walk to cover the admin costs of the walk leader, payable when we meet.
Payment is by cash or card/contactless.
Refreshments: There will be a break at about the halfway point so bring a drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: There are no public toilets available on this walk.
We have a no dogs policy on all of our walks.
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
16 attendees - £2.00
Deepdale & RSPB 6 miles circular (summer evening walk)
Deepdale, Sandy, GBDetails
This Deepdale and RSPB circular walk heads through
Deepdale Woods, passing a tree nursery and following the
Nuthatch Trail towards the RSPB Nature Reserve. Key highlights of the walk include the ascent to the Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort and the Tree of Life owl sculpture. The return leg of the loop skirts the Sandy Heath Quarry.What to expect
A varied mix of quiet grassy paths, and open fields. The route features gentle inclines and is suitable for anyone with a good standard of walking fitness- we typically maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.The Finer Points
Start/Finish point:
Deepdale, near Potton, Bedfordshire SG19 2NH
Walk Starts: 18:30pm
Parking: Free
Distance: 6 Miles
Walk Time: Approx. 2hrs
Refreshments: please bring water (and a small snack if you wish)
Public Toilets: there are toilets at the RSPB, but they are likely to be shut.
Cost: There is a £2 charge payable by cash at the start 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 Nicola on 07952 94668311 attendees
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