Beaconsfield, Seer Green, Hodgemoor Woods & Ancient Pub/Country Hike

Walk length 12miles/19km approx. Circular.

A very varied hike exploring a number of features... Jordans is famous as a centre for the Quaker movement during the 17th century. Two sights of interest are the Jordans Friends Meeting House and the Mayflower Barn (wood claimed to be from the Mayflower), we will try to see the outsides of both.

We will through Hodgemoor woods a section of ancient woodland that was the site of a Polish Refugee camp from 1946-1962 one of a number of camps in the area that housed Polish servicemen and their families after WW2, some remains exist.

On the last section we can stop at the Royal Standard of England for a drink which is possibly one of the oldest pubs inthe UK. The pub is a short walk back to Beaconsfield station for trains back to London or final drink at the Beech House Beaconsfield.

The terrain on the hike is gently undulating and the hike should finish around 5pm but the time maybe slightly earlier or later depending on on pace and conditions.

Meeting

Meet outside Beaconsfield Train station, north side of station for the hike to start at 11.08am after the train from London arrives.

PLEASE ALL MEET AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE STATION (YOU MAY HAVE TO USE THE FOOTBRIDGE).

From London

The 10.40am train from London Marylebone gets to Beaconsfield for 11.08am.

If getting the train from London you are suggested to get to Maryebone for 9.20 onwards to give you time to get tickets/groupsaves. Meet outside the WHSmiths (see photo below).

Train £16 return approx with a network railcard or groupsave ticket.
The organizer will not be getting the train but will meet you at Beaconsfield.

By Car, Beaconsfield station charges but some side roads are free (check for parking restrictions and leave enough time to park).
Please bring pack lunch for the hike.

Walk Cost: £7 cash on the day organizer fee (For paypal it is 'colin45@hotmail.co.uk' Please send as friends and family to avoid charges. For bank transfer message organizer.

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

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 should wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking shoes, 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/)

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