- Saturday Walk: Grand Junction Arms, Bulbourne to Pitstone HillThe Grand Junction Arms, Tring
This is a 'bit of everything' walk to include a bit of canal, some woods and paths through a golf course en route to the main attraction of the views across the plains from the top of Pitstone Hill. That ridge is a smooth, flat path of lush grass that looks out across the Vale of Aylesbury as you walk along it. Walking time about 2.5 hours, distance 6 miles.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
After the walk you can stay for refreshments at The Grand Junction Arms pub on the canal.
Meeting Point and Parking
We'll meet in the car park of the Grand Junction Arms, where there should be ample parking at that time. Please be ready to leave by 11:05.Travelling from London / by Train
There is now a new, on-demand bus service called HertsLynx which runs from all three nearby train stations; Berkhamsted, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. Depending on availability, you can book in advance to get from these stations to many of the walk start points for £2 each way.The HertsLynx app is free and the service stops at Tring Garden Centre, about 400 yards from the Grand Junction Arms pub (if you tell the driver you're going to the pub he'll probably drop you off outside the door). Nearest train station is Tring.
HertsLynx App: https://bookings.hertslynx.co.uk
More info: https://www.intalink.org.uk/hertslynx
Google Map of HertsLynx Pickup Points
The app will invite you to choose one of two districts; Dacorum or North East Herts. Choose the Dacorum district.
Phone HertsLynx: 0300 123 4050
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. These events are not for children.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. If you have any urgent (arrival related) messages within an hour of the start time please post them to the event's Meetup page comments.
- Sunday Walk: Potten End and Little Heath Tea RoomMartins' Pond, Berkhamsted
This is a new walk of 5 miles plus 1 mile. After the walk we'll have tea at the Little Heath Tea Room (pictured), which is a further 600 metres walk away; by the time we've walked back after that we'll have done just under 6 miles. Their car park is too small for a walking group so we'll park in Potten End village instead. The walk itself includes a new view over Berkhamsted that I haven't included on my walks before, and a nice stroll through the well-to-do properties of Ivy House Lane. Total time approx. 2.5 hours.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
Little Heath Tea Room is an idyllic quintessential English garden renowned for good cakes, cafetiere coffee and a wide variety of teas; Earl Grey, Camomile, Darjeeling, Lapsang Souchong; delicious still or sparkling cordials such as Ginger, Raspberry and Rhubarb, Elderflower and Lime and Mint. They also do sandwiches, quiche and other meals - all very nice. It is within Little Heath Farm Nursery with its lovely cottage garden ambience amongst the wildness of nature.
The refreshments after the walk can also be attended as a standalone event.
Free Parking
We'll meet on Potten End village green next to the pond. There is plenty of free parking on the road alongside the village green, in side roads, and in a parking bay in front of the village hall.Travelling from London / by Train
There is now a new, on-demand bus service called HertsLynx which runs from all three nearby train stations; Berkhamsted, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. Depending on availability, you can book in advance to get from these stations to many of the walk start points for £2 each way.The HertsLynx app is free and the service stops right outside the Martins Pond public house where we're meeting. Nearest train station is Berkhamsted.
HertsLynx App: https://bookings.hertslynx.co.uk
More info: https://www.intalink.org.uk/hertslynx
Google Map of HertsLynx Pickup Points
The app will invite you to choose one of two districts; Dacorum or North East Herts. Choose the Dacorum district.
Phone HertsLynx: 01992 555 513
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. These events are not for children.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. If you have any urgent (arrival related) messages within an hour of the start time please post them to the event's Meetup page comments.
- Afternoon Tea or Lunch: Little Heath Tea Room GardenMartins' Pond, Berkhamsted
Little Heath Tea Room is an idyllic quintessential English garden renowned for good cakes, cafetiere coffee and a wide variety of teas; Earl Grey, Camomile, Darjeeling, Lapsang Souchong; delicious still or sparkling cordials such as Ginger, Raspberry and Rhubarb, Elderflower and Lime and Mint. They also do sandwiches, quiche and other meals - all very nice. It is within Little Heath Farm Nursery with its lovely cottage garden ambience amongst the wildness of nature.
There is also a separate walk event before these refreshments which you can attend. Click here for that.
Travelling from London / by Train
There is now a new, on-demand bus service called HertsLynx which runs from all three nearby train stations; Berkhamsted, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. Depending on availability, you can book in advance to get from these stations to many of the walk start points for £2 each way.The HertsLynx app is free and the service stops right outside Little Heath Tea Room (Stop Name: 'Little Heath - Little Heath Farm Nursery'). Nearest train station is Berkhamsted.
HertsLynx App: https://bookings.hertslynx.co.uk
More info: https://www.intalink.org.uk/hertslynx
Google Map of HertsLynx Pickup Points
The app will invite you to choose one of two districts; Dacorum or North East Herts. Choose the Dacorum district.
Phone HertsLynx: 01992 555 513
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP.
- Evening Walk: Markyate to Trowley Bottom (with Optional Bingo After)Plume Of Feathers, St Albans
This 4 mile evening walk has great views over the hills views while walking along the ridge from Markyate to Flamstead, and then some idyllic village scenes in Flamstead. Walking time about 1.5 hours. This event can be attended on its own, or as the first half of "double Meetup" ending with the Bingo Evening that starts at the Plume of Feathers immediately when we get back from this walk.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
After the walk there's the option of staying for a chat, drink and/or food at the Plume of Feathers at Markyate.
Free Parking
There's plenty of free roadside parking around the Plume of Feathers pub, which is our starting and meeting point, plus the pub's car park round the back.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. These events are not for children.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. If you have any urgent (arrival related) messages within an hour of the start time please post them to the event's Meetup page comments.
- Bingo Night: Plume of Feathers, Markyate (Straight After the Evening Walk)Plume Of Feathers, St Albans
An evening of bingo at the very hospitable Plume of Feathers in Markyate. This evening can be attended on its own, or optionally you can also attend the 4 mile evening walk which starts from this same pub a couple of hours earlier and returns here in good time for the bingo.
This event is free to attend. Of course, you can choose if you wish to participate rather than just observe you'll want to buy (or share) a book of bingo cards.
Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled.
Free Parking
There's plenty of free roadside parking around the Plume of Feathers pub, plus the pub's car park round the back. - Sunday Walk: Hill Farm Barn Cafe to Great Coldharbour FarmNorthchurch Common Car Park, Berkhamsted
This fun location is a walk of about 6 miles from Northchurch Common Car Park (opposite Hill Farm Barn Cafe) via Great Coldharbour Farm and Ashridge House and back across the huge, wide open vistas of Northchurch Common. Walking time is about 2.5 hours.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
After the walk you can stay for coffee and cake (see gallery) at the lovely Hill Farm Barn Cafe, where there are also a variety of animals in a pen within the garden eating area.
Meeting Point and Free Parking
We'll meet in the Northchurch Common Car Park, which is on the B4506, opposite the entrance to Hill Farm Barn Cafe.Parking is free in the Northchurch Common Car Park. There is also another (free) parking lay-by a couple of hundred yards up the road if required. Please give yourself plenty of time to get parked.
Travelling from London / by Train
There is now a new, on-demand bus service called HertsLynx which runs from all three nearby train stations; Berkhamsted, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. Depending on availability, you can book in advance to get from these stations to many of the walk start points for £2 each way.The HertsLynx app is free and the service stops at Northchurch - New Rd, Woodside Cottage a ten minute walk away from the start point at Hill Farm Barn Cafe (The name of the stop you require is 'Northchurch - New Rd, Woodside Cottage'). The nearest station is Berkhamsted.
HertsLynx App: https://bookings.hertslynx.co.uk
More info: https://www.intalink.org.uk/hertslynx
Google Map of HertsLynx Pickup Points
The app will invite you to choose one of two districts; Dacorum or North East Herts. Choose the Dacorum district.
Phone HertsLynx: 01992 555 513
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. These events are not for children.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. If you have any urgent (arrival related) messages within an hour of the start time please post them to the event's Meetup page comments.
- Spring Bank Holiday Walk: Ivinghoe Beacon from Aldbury VillageThe Greyhound Inn, Tring
This direct 6.2 mile walk takes us straight to the area's most popular walking tourist spot; Ivinghoe Beacon. We'll take wide natural boulevard like paths which get us to the top of the landmark and back. The Beacon is known for its panoramic views over the plains to the North and hills to the South. Our route traverses a valley floor and tree-covered walkways. Walking time about 2.5 hours.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
After the walk there's the option of staying for a chat, drink and/or food at the Greyhound Inn, Aldbury, or get coffee and cake at the Poppies Cafe across the road.
Free Parking
There's plenty of parking in the village, but do arrive five minutes early to find a spot.Travelling from London / by Train
There is now a new, on-demand bus service called HertsLynx which runs from all three nearby train stations; Berkhamsted, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. Depending on availability, you can book in advance to get from these stations to many of the walk start points for £2 each way.The HertsLynx app is free and the service stops right outside the Greyhound Inn / opposite the pond. Nearest train station is Tring.
HertsLynx App: https://bookings.hertslynx.co.uk
More info: https://www.intalink.org.uk/hertslynx
Google Map of HertsLynx Pickup Points
The app will invite you to choose one of two districts; Dacorum or North East Herts. Choose the Dacorum district.
Phone HertsLynx: 01992 555 513
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. These events are not for children.
If you are unable to attend please be sure to change your RSVP otherwise our departure will be delayed. If you have any urgent (arrival related) messages within an hour of the start time please post them to the event's Meetup page comments.