New Year's Day Walk: Aldbury, Aldbury Nowers and Ashridge
Details
I'd be very grateful if members could make a £1 donation towards Meetup costs. For anyone who has gone 'cashless', please transfer payment to the KROO Bank Meetup account:
Martin Jones
04-07-09
00779315.
Otherwise, it's possible to make a payment through PayPal using paypal.me/MartinJ1986 and choosing the friends and family option.
Thank you!
This is a 5.4 mile walk through rolling wooded countryside and steep chalk grassland. The walk follows typical Chiltern sunken lanes that criss-cross the area. The walk begins in the picturesque village of Aldbury. We walk uphill through the Stocks golf club and into the woods to pick up the Ridgeway where there is one steep climb to Aldbury Nowers which is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) managed by the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust. We continue across open countryside towards Ivinghoe Beacon but cut back to walk uphill towards the Ashridge estate woodland and along Duncombe Terrace. At the Bridgewater Monument we head downhill to return to Aldbury.
There is some parking space in front of the Greyhound pub and around the pond but better options may be in the car park further along Stocks Road or along Trooper Road. In view of the large number of respondents, it would be very helpful if some members could car share.
After the walk, The Greyhound has reserved several tables for us but I need to confirm numbers closer to the date. Please indicate whether you need to leave promptly and are unable to join us afterwards.
Please note that this walk is not led by a qualified leader and, as such, isn't covered by insurance. Be sure to wear suitable boots and clothing. The organiser cannot be held responsible for any injuries, however caused. Members are expected to take responsibility for their own preparation and safety including adequate fluids, weather protection and a snack. Please be sure to make me aware if you have any medical conditions.
Dogs are welcome as always but please be mindful to keep them on leads for roads and around other animals.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. My contact number is 07587867371.