Regents Canal Walk

This 5-mile linear walk explores the Kings Cross Granary Square, Grand Union Canal and Regents Park, ending at the free music festival in the park. From Kings Cross Station we will then explore Granary Square and Coal Drops Yard before picking up the Grand Union Canal. The walk continues west along the canal and into Regents Park, passing the vibrant Camden Lock and its famous market. We will continue into Regents Park and will explore the various gardens including the Rose Garden, secret garden and the new Queen Elizabeth garden as well as the wonderful urns along the avenue. We will make our way to the bandstand for 2pm for some swing lessons and then an opportunity to use your new swing dance skills when the Sid Bolan Band play at 3pm.
Refreshments
Coffee shop at the start and lots of choices on route. Bring a picnic and drinks for the park for a late lunch when we reach the bandstand. Option to bring a picnic blanket or chair (but remember this will need to be carried whilst we walk).
Travel
Kings Cross is on mainline, Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith and City, Northern and Victoria lines. Baker Street is closest to the end point, served by Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith and City, Bakerloo and Jubilee lines.
Start
11:00am prompt outside Black Sheep Coffee, Kings Cross Square, N1C 4DEA 6 mile circular walk, flat and leisurely. Walk will be great for photography and nature lovers. We first explore Cassiobury Park then follow the canal to Whippendell Woods. We then climb to Harrocks Wood - on a good day, alpacas are out (lovely curious creatures!). Our return leg will include Newland Spring and nature reserve.

Refreshments
Bring water and snacks. Café inside Cassiobury Park.
Travel
Watford station is on Metropolitan line. Free parking near station.
Start
11:00am prompt outside Watford station (Metropolitan line), Cassiobury Park Avenue, Watford WD18 7LEA

Cost of event is £10. This includes full membership for 1 year , the workshop and follow up training walks. Just £10 now, balance when booking. Event arranged by main group,(www.hawog.org.uk (http://www.hawog.org.uk/)) All day walks are free to full members. Please rsvp & pay via paypal link. We will send you confirmation mail on booking. Any questions please mail meetup@hawog.org.uk