Ivinghoe Beacon

Walk length 9 miles/14km approx. Circular.

This walk takes in panoramic views from the summit of Ivinghoe Beacon, with trails around nearby countryside and woodland.

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Walk Description

Ivinghoe Beacon a is a prominent hill and landmark in the Chiltern Hills, standing 233 m (757 ft) above sea level. It is situated close to the villages of Ivinghoe, and Aldbury in Bucks, the Ashridge Estate, and the village of Little Gaddesden in Hertfordshire, and is managed and owned by the National Trust. Ivinghoe Beacon lies between the towns of Dunstable, Berkhamsted and Tring. It is the starting point of the Icknield Way to the east, and the Ridgeway to the west.

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The walk takes in panoramic views of the surrounding villages from along the ridge. One point of particular interest is the Whipsnade White Lion made in 1933 on the slope just below the Whipsnade wildlife park.

We are going to stop off for a drink at the 'Valiant Trooper' pub very near the end of the walk for about 4pm in the picturesque little village of Aldbury. It is only a mile walk to Tring station at the end of the walk, however if you want to get back to the station and miss the pub, one of the organizers will guide you back.

Lunch & Finish:

Please bring a packed lunch and water for the walk. The walk should finish at about 4.30pm and include a 30 min snack lunch stop & pub at the end, however the time may be earlier or later than this depending on the weather and pace (we have a relaxed pace which includes sightseeing and photography).

Meeting: We are meeting at Tring station for 10.30am for the walk to start at 10.45am.

Car: Tring Station Car park £3.50 on Sunday/Bank Holidays).
Please allow enough time to park and check parking restrictions.

Train: The train from London Euston at 09.53am gets to Tring for 10.31am. Please see London Midland (http://www.londonmidland.com/) for more information on this. If coming by train please let the organizers know.

I would encourage you to seek other members who are driving, or take advantage of a group save on the train. See: Group Save Advice (https://www.meetup.com/Chiltern-Explorers/pages/Group_Save/)

Please make a note of the organizers numbers - Leon 07950125826 and Colin 07709305681.

RSVP: The organizers monitor non-attendance; we will ban anyone who 'no shows' twice for our events. You are also asked to please update your RSVP at least 24 hours beforehand.
Please see our RSVP policy (https://www.meetup.com/Chiltern-Explorers/pages/RSVP_for_Walks/)
Weather: Updates will be posted; see also BBC Weather (http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/)
Please see our weather policy (https://www.meetup.com/Chiltern-Explorers/pages/Weather/)

Walking Safety: Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You must wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking boots, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. Please see our Terms and Conditions (https://www.meetup.com/Chiltern-Explorers/pages/Terms_and_Conditions/)