Walkie Talkies

A scenic circular hiking route starting from Tring Station takes you along The Ridgeway escarpment to Ivinghoe Beacon and through the Aldbury & Pitstone Common

Starting Point: Tring Station (Hertfordshire), easily accessible by train.

Distance & Duration: Approximately 14KM (8.7 Miles) taking about 4 to 5 hours of steady walking including a stop for lunch and a drink at the pub.

Terrain: Chalk paths, grassy ridges, and compact forest dirt tracks with moderate ascents and descents.

Key Landmarks:
The Ridgeway National Trail: Following Britain's oldest road overlooking the Vale of Aylesbury.
Ivinghoe Beacon: Offering sweeping panoramic 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside.
Bridgewater Monument: A 1832 granite column on the Ashridge Estate where visitors can climb the 172 steps for an elevated viewing gallery.
Aldbury Village: A picturesque English village ideal for post-hike refreshments at a local pub.

There is a National Trust Visitor Centre at Ashridge Estate, near the trail's end, which offers amenities such as toilets and a café.

What to bring:

Rain Jacket - Waterproof, windproof outer layer for all weather conditions. 🦺

Hiking Trousers - Jeans NOT Recommended 👖

Sturdy Boots or Trail Shoes: Footwear with deep tread to prevent slipping. 🥾

Water Bottle: Minimum of 2 litres of water for a standard day hike. 💧

Packed Lunch 🥪

Backpack: To store and keep your belongings safe. 🎒

The Details:

Meet outside WHSmith’s inside London
Euston Station (map of Euston Station is within the event main page with WHSmith’s underlined in Red) from 9:45 - 10:00am for the 10:09am train, arriving into Tring at 10:51am.

I will be driving to Tring Station so feel free to do the same if you prefer.

Either way let’s all meet in the Tring Station Car Park for an 11:00am start.

14KM / 8.7 Miles - 🚶 🚶‍♀️
4-5 hours moving time including a stop for lunch
£5 per person

Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate - The hike does contain some challenging uphill climbs and some optional extra challenges. Please take your time & don’t rush, we are all in this together.

https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/england/hertfordshire/aldbury-and-pitstone-common-circular?p=-1&sh=cecn9i&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

The vibe
Relaxed pace, good company and time in nature.
Walkie Talkie Hikes are welcoming and friendly with a shared love of the outdoors, good times and looking after yourself. No fitness pressure.
Whether you're coming solo or with a friend, you'll be made to feel welcome from the moment you arrive.

What's included
✅ A guided hike
✅ A friendly, welcoming group
✅ An opportunity to meet likeminded people and have some fun & laughter 🙂

Whats NOT Included:

❌ Train Ticket
❌ Any food & drinks

How to Pay:

Once you RSVP, I'll message you with bank details.

To confirm your spot, please pay £5 per person by bank transfer within 48 hours (or before the hike starts, if that's sooner). Unpaid spots will be released after a friendly reminder. Please note we're unable to accept cash on the day. Bank transfer only, thank you.

Any Questions?

Please message me on the Meetup app or on Whatsapp - 07966900710.

I look forward to meeting everyone on the hike.