DECEMBER PROGRAMME
Thursday 5th December
Forest Centre, Station Road, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0PR
5 miles flat, easy walking.
10:00am start
Park in centre in the bigger car park , £2 for 3 hours, machines take cash or cards.We chose this walk as there will be no mud as mostly on track. Unfortunately the bridge is closed until further notice so we aren’t able to do the full circular consequently the walk will be shorter than planned but still 5 miles.Parking costs are £2 for 3 hours or £3 for anytime longer than that. We managed it well under 3 hours with a drink in the cafe afterwards.There are picnic benches outside the cafe some of which can be used for own refreshments or alternatively you can buy from the large cafe. Toilets also on site. We can have a coffee stop if people wish part way round also. It’s also possible to shorten the walk to about 3 miles for people who don’t want to do the full 5 miles. The tracks are wide so easy to chat on the walk!Janet and John
Saturday 7th December
Steppingley Christmas Bells Approximately 3 miles CANCELLED
Starting at 10:30am from The Rufus Centre Steppingley Road Flitwick MK45 1AH
Denise will be leading a short walk approximately 3miles to St Lawrence Church Steppingley (her first led walk so please try to join us)
The theme is ‘Christmas Bells’ so you will have a chance to ring bells with a difference!
Starting at 10:30am from The Rufus Centre Steppingley Road Flitwick MK45 1AH
Denise will be leading a short walk approximately 3miles to St Lawrence Church Steppingley (her first led walk so please try to join us)
The theme is ‘Christmas Bells’ so you will have a chance to ring bells with a difference!
Also the Golden
Hare Morris Dancers for you to enjoy.
There will be the usual delicious
selection of savouries and cakes with hot and cold drinks, raffles and Christmas
gifts.
If anyone would like to meet us there and not walk please do join
us.
Sunday 8th December
Christmas lunch at Dunstable Downs Golf Club Lunch will be at 1pm.
2025 subs will be collected after the lunch (still £7/member) NOVEMBER PROGRAMME
Thursday 7th November
A walk around Aspley Heath and Woburn.
Meet
at the Aspley Guise Recreation Ground Car Park – immediately to the
right of Woburn Sands and Aspley Guise Golf Club CP – at 10.00am.
We
will walk to Woburn Sands and then over Aspley Heath to Woburn where
there will be a stop for a picnic lunch (about 5 miles). Note that take
away Hot drinks will be available in the local shop. After lunch we will
return to Aspley Guise and the car park (about 3 miles). Maybe we will
see a couple of elephants on the way back!!
8 miles Bob and Celia
Thursday 14th November - A short Toddington walk - 4 - 5 miles to be
led by Cathy & Neil. 10am from TVH
FOLLOWED BY THE AGM & afterwards a Ploughmans
Lunch at approximately 1 o'c provided by Committee
THURSDAY 21ST NOVEMBER - North Willen Park, Milton Keynes - walk
along the canal, passing Peace Pagoda, Buddhist Temple, North Willen Lake, (The
Hook connection to the Isle of Wight!) Mostly hard surface, refreshment stop
half way. Distance 3 miles
approx. 10 am start.
Meeting Place:
Public parking area outside Ship Ashore Pub, Granville Square, Milton Keynes,
MK15 9JL just off
roundabout called Willen, on corner of Brickhill Street (V10) and Danstead Way
(H4)
Apres Walk:
Option to go to Ship Ashore Pub for coffee/lunch - see link below. lots of food
on offer.
The Ship Ashore
- Classic Pub in Milton Keynes (emberinns.co.uk)
Leader -
Penny
THURSDAY 28TH NOVEMBER Camphill and Campbell Park - 6 miles from
the bottom of Campbell Park walking towards the new Marina where we will
have an early coffee/banana stop - there is a cafe if you want to buy a drink.
Then south along the Canal and
back through Woolstone to arrive at Camphill Cafe for lunch. (If you don't want
lunch you can take an unescorted
walk back to the car park)
I will need to
know who will be staying for lunch at the beginning of the walk.
10 am start-
meeting at the car park by the Canal at the far end of Campbell Park. Approach
the car park via Overgate and turn off at
Green Lane Roundabout. Grid reference - OS Map 192 868 399. [Postcode MK94AD
(approx)]
Leader - Tony ROCTOBER WALKING PROGRAMME
THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER - Hexton - Lilley Hoo - 7 miles - Meet in
Mill Lane, Hexton SG5 3JB outside the Raven PH
Ready to commence walking at 10.00 Please park considerately in the
village. Coffee and picnic along the way.
Leader - Tony P
SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER - 6 mile walk - Leader - Lynn
Lynn has now done a reccy and considering the amount of rain we’ve had, she was quite pleasantly surprised at how much of the route was not muddy or under water. Therefore she will lead the walk from Kimpton that she has led in previous years. It's a pleasant 6 miler with no stiles and will start and finish at The Boot Inn. Those that would like to partake of some refreshment in the pub after the walk may park in their car park. 10 am start.
Lynn has now done a reccy and considering the amount of rain we’ve had, she was quite pleasantly surprised at how much of the route was not muddy or under water. Therefore she will lead the walk from Kimpton that she has led in previous years. It's a pleasant 6 miler with no stiles and will start and finish at The Boot Inn. Those that would like to partake of some refreshment in the pub after the walk may park in their car park. 10 am start.
THURSDAY 10TH OCTOBER - Westoning Parish Church/Flitwick Manor Park
- 3 miles - Meet 10.00 Westoning Church.
Coffee at Nuyard Garden Centre.
Leader - Beryl
SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER - Graveley - 6.5 to 7 miles - Meet 10.15
in the High Street SG4 2LE
- Picnic
Leader - Brenda
THURSDAY 17TH OCTOBER -
Walk
from Wilstead, approx. 4 miles (plus a little).10am start.
Travelling
on the A6 from Clophill direction take the first right into Wilstead onto Luton
Road.
Drive through the village, straight on at the mini roundabout
(where the road is renamed Bedford Road). Go past the two pubs (one on either
side). Further on, on the right-hand side, there is a large layby and a bottle
bank. (Approx postcode MK45 3HL)
We shall be parked there from 9.40 am approx. We aim to leave at 10am.
We shall be parked there from 9.40 am approx. We aim to leave at 10am.
The
walk starts through the village, onto some field paths, up a short but steep
hill, follows a farm track and downhill back to the start. Mike managed the hill
with two stops.
Most is
easy walking and we can stop for a coffee break. It should take about 2 hrs 20
mins with a stop. There were only a few muddy bits that we skirted round apart
from a couple of gateways. No stiles.
We
spoke to the lady in The Woolpack pub and they are happy for us to go in for
lunch. We will need to phone at 10 am to let them know numbers . We have a copy
of the lunch menu, which is the basic Greene King chain menu for those of you
familiar with this. It will probably be helpful if we choose and I can phone
through the orders.
Leaders - Sheila & Mike
SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER - Steppingley Holy Halloween - Richard and
Wendy have very kindly offered to lead a walk from Churchill Drive, Flitwick (MK45 1GF) to
start at 10:30am; approximately 4 miles return walk at a leisurely pace with a
short coffee break.
The theme Holy Halloween
There will be a selection of lovely foods - savouries and cakes. Hot and cold drinks. Raffle and music.
If anyone would like to meet us at St Lawrence’s Church and not do the walk, we aim to be there around 12pm
I have received the follow from Angie -
“We are going to ask Alan our saxophonist to come and play but I know he’s getting over a wrist operation and also when he played last time (your lovely group were not there), nobody seemed to be watching him, so I think he felt quite despondent! But if we tell him that you lovely guys will be present and I know that you interact with his performance, then that may swing him into agreeing!!"
I do hope you can join us and support the church, we are made so welcome. A lovely walk, buffet lunch and lots of laughter and chatting.
The theme Holy Halloween
There will be a selection of lovely foods - savouries and cakes. Hot and cold drinks. Raffle and music.
If anyone would like to meet us at St Lawrence’s Church and not do the walk, we aim to be there around 12pm
I have received the follow from Angie -
“We are going to ask Alan our saxophonist to come and play but I know he’s getting over a wrist operation and also when he played last time (your lovely group were not there), nobody seemed to be watching him, so I think he felt quite despondent! But if we tell him that you lovely guys will be present and I know that you interact with his performance, then that may swing him into agreeing!!"
I do hope you can join us and support the church, we are made so welcome. A lovely walk, buffet lunch and lots of laughter and chatting.
THURSDAY 31ST OCTOBER - Local walk from TVH 9.30 start - 5 miles
Leader - Tony M.SEPTEMBER WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 5th September - Flaunden - 7 miles.
Start time 10.30. parking on the road, Flaunden Hill HP3 OPP
adjacent to the phone box. There are two steep hills so bring poles.
We will stop for coffee and a packed lunch Leaders - Wendy & Richard
Thursday 12th September - This walk is
included on the BEDS AUTUMN FESTIVAL OF WALKS. We have been supporting
this event for several years and you can see the full programme on
their website. https://www.bedswalkfest.co.
The walk from Toddington Rambling Club will be Toddington to Tingrith
Meet 10 am TVH car park. - 6.5 miles - Coffee and picnic stops. Leader - Beryl
Thursday 19th September - Whitwell - Holcott Wood - 7 miles
Parking is available in the playing fields car park SG4 8AX, ready
to commence walking at 10.15. Directions;- From Lilley drive along Lilley Bottom
Road, upon entering Whitwell village take the second right turn into Horn Hill,
then turn left into Broadway, then take the first right turn into the playing
fields car park, up the slight slope. Coffee break & picnic stops along the
way. Leader - Tony P
Thursday 26
September - Flit Valley
Walk. This is a 7.5 mile linear walk from Westoning to Silsoe. Therefore,
lots of cars will be needed (4 to 5 people will require 2 cars). So please let
Beryl know by Wednesday 25 September at 5 pm if you would like to
join the walk and whether or not you are able to drive and how many people your
car can seat including the driver. There will be a coffee stop and also a
picnic lunch stop. We will all meet at Park Avenue, Silsoe alongside the
church at 10 am. Then half the cars – with all the walkers - will drive back
to Westoning where we will start the walk. Leaders Beryl & Sue CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING
AUGUST WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 1 August – Woburn – 2-3 miles
Please meet at Woburn car park opposite the church at 10.30.
Option for coffee at The Woburn afterwards
Leaders Nita & Penny
Please meet at Woburn car park opposite the church at 10.30.
Option for coffee at The Woburn afterwards
Leaders Nita & Penny
Thursday 15th August - Haversham - MK - 7 miles
Parking is at the car park by the railway arches just before crossing the Great Ouse
The nearest post code is MK19 7AU but the car park is on the left BEFORE this post code
A small portion of this walk will be as my previous MK walk
This walk was reccied by myself & Ruth last year but changes had to be made as it was too long.
Coffee break and picnic stops along the way.
Leader - Tony R.
Thursday 22nd August -
Pegsdon Hills, distance 3.45 miles, Commences at 10am
There will be a longish flight of steps at the beginning & we shall go up
Deacon Hill which is steepish but you can walk round the base which is
slightly uphill but nothing terrible. We shall stop for a Coffee/ snack break.
We will park in Pegsdon Enter
on the B655 from Barton to Hitchin Road. There is a gatehouse on the
left just before a sign post on the right pointing left towards Pegsdon
& Shillington. Take this left turn and the following turn on the
left where we shall park. The road leads to the entrance of the Gate
House
Leaders - Debbie & Nick
Thursday 29th August - Clophill - Chicksands Wood - 7 miles
Meet at Reedshill, Clophill MK45 4BY, off Back Street, ready to commence walking at 10.00.
Please park considerately in residential area.
Coffee break and picnic stops along the way.
Leader - Tony P.
JULY WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 4th July - Toddington - Milton Bryan - 7 miles
Meet at TVH ready to commence walking at 10.00.
Coffee break & picnic stop at Milton Bryan duck pond
Leader - Tony P.
Thursday 11th July -Sundon Hills - Sharpenhoe Clappers walk
Due to the continuing road closure I have decided to move the start of the walk from Sundon Hills car park to Sharpenhoe Clappers car park.
The road was scheduled to open on 7th but the closure has now been extended until 12th and could be extended again. It seems this road has been closed more this year than it has been open
The walk will remain basically the same but we will start at a different location.
Therefore this walk will start from Sharpenhoe Clappers car park (MK45 4SH) at 10am & walk to Sundon Hills Country Park & back
The distance is 5.5 miles with some steps & small inclines. Not THE steps We will have a coffee stop during the walk.
NB As with country locations the given postcode is not accurate, and in this case it is at the bottom of the hill leading to SC
The distance is 5.5 miles with some steps & small inclines. We will have a coffee stop during the walk.
Leader Tony RobertsSunday 14th July
STRAWBERRY AFTERNOON TEA At Lower East End Farm, Harlington LU5
6LJ
Sue will
arrange a short walk of about 45 mins from Harlington Village Hall car park for
those who wish, starting at 1pm
OR you can drive directly to Lower East End farm to arrive before 2pm . There will be road parking and a large field.
Bring a picnic or make a donation for a
delicious Afternoon Tea. Live music, meet the animals, look around the gardens,
and there will be games for the children (or adults!). Funds raised will go to
the St Mary's church restoration fund. OR you can drive directly to Lower East End farm to arrive before 2pm . There will be road parking and a large field.
Saturday 20th July - Old Warden - 7 miles
Meet at the Church of St.Leonard's car park Church Lane, Old Warden SG18 9HD ready to commence walking at 10.15
Coffee break and picnic stops along the way.
Leader - Tony P.
Thursday 25th July - Pirton - 7 miles
Meet 10 am near the Motte and Bailey Pub. Pirton SG5 3QD
There will be a coffee stop and lunch/sandwich stop.
It has a few steady long inclines and a couple of short hills, nothing
too strenuous.
Leaders - Janet & John JUNE WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 6th June - Harrold- Odell Country Park - The walk
will start from Harrold-Odell Country park car park at 10am.
(Parking is
free but £1 donation suggested)
We walk along the lakeside initially then follow a circular route with fields and woodland. We will return to the Country Park after approx 5 miles. We suggest that we have a coffee stop half way.
We usually stop at the cafe in the CP afterwards but those who prefer could drive to the Emmaus Charity shopping village on the Carlton to Turvey Road. Also, all the nearby villages have pubs.
We walk along the lakeside initially then follow a circular route with fields and woodland. We will return to the Country Park after approx 5 miles. We suggest that we have a coffee stop half way.
We usually stop at the cafe in the CP afterwards but those who prefer could drive to the Emmaus Charity shopping village on the Carlton to Turvey Road. Also, all the nearby villages have pubs.
Leaders - Sheila & Mike.
Thursday 13th June
Great Linford, Milton Keynes 6.5 miles, No hills, no stiles, no mud
(I hope)
You will see a windmill, a ruined church, giant horseshoes, no concrete
cows but wooden sheep & a half stone circle
Coffee-stop part way and picnic lunch at a lovely spot overlooking a pond
with ducks etc.
Parking at Stonepit Field carpark on Wolverton Rd, nearest post code MK16
6GS on opposite side of road.
Leave TVH at 9.30 am. Walk start at 10.15 am
Leave TVH at 9.30 am. Walk start at 10.15 am
Directions either take A5 to junction after junction for
CMK,Take A422 MK east, at 3rd roundabout turn left up Saxon St, at traffic
lights turn right & car park on right at almost half a mile
Or take M1 to J14, take A509 across Willen Lake, at 6th roundabout
(Portway) after WL, turn right up Saxon St. Carry on until traffic lights, turn
right at lights, car park on right at almost half a mile.
Leader Tony Roberts
Saturday 15th June LONDON BLIND WALKING GROUP
We need members to assist with blind walkers so please attend if you
possibly can
6 miles (approx.) from Leagrave Station to Harlington (Tony and Cynthia’s house/garden).
We will meet the LBW at 10.30 am
at Leagrave Station. Those wishing to go by train should meet at
Harlington Station in order to catch the train at 10.03
am. (Bus passes can be used to buy half-price train tickets (one way
only required) for trains after 10 am.
If ticket machines have to be
used; buy a child’s ticket or you can buy your ticket before the day.)
We
will have a coffee/banana and picnic lunch stops on the way. Drinks and
cakes will be provided at the end of the walk in Tony/Cynthia’s garden. (or
house depending upon the weather). If you would like a special drink
please bring it yourself.
Finally, we will escort the LBWs to Harlington
Station for their return journey to London. Non-walkers are welcome to come
to the tea-party. ETA at Cynthia/Tony's house 2.30 - 3.00 pm.
Please let
Tony R know if you are able to provide a cake for the tea party. Thank you,
Beryl
If you have been good enough to offer to provide a cake & are walking they can be delivered from 8.30 to 9.30. If you are not walking please bring them when you arrive. Although we have many garden chairs more would be appreciated depending upon numbers. Joan & Vivienne plan to sit with Cynthia whilst I am walking so someone should be here all day. - Tony R
Thursday 20th June - Wildlife Trust, College Lake , Tring. HP23
5QG
Leaders Nita and Yvonne.
Two miles circuit of The Lakes
Meet at the car park for 10.30 am to start walking, Parking is free with
a voluntary donation box inside the Visitor Centre.
Group A Stronger walkers could do two circuits. Will be discussed on
arrival
Group B Easy Go walkers. A pleasant walk as far as you want.
There are many benches to sit and enjoy the views. The scenery is great,
take a picnic or have your lunch in the Cafe
Directions - Drive through Dunstable, take the B488 towards Tring.
Carpark on right just after railway bridge traffic lights.
Any queries contact Nita
Thursday 27th June - Maulden - 5 miles - Meet George Pub car
park 10.00 start
(Contact Tony before Thursday if you are having lunch)
Leader - Tony M
MAY WALKING PROGRAMME
Saturday 4th May - Toddington the West, 7.5 miles, Coffee break and
picnic.
Meet at TVH ready to leave at 9.30 - We will walk through the glebe and beyond, to coffee at the pond at Tebworth. We then cross fields to the Woburn Road, returning via the scaffold tower and finally through grassy fields to the back of
the Alma Farm. Depending on the time, we may end up having our picnic in my back garden!
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 9th May - Ayot St. Lawrence - 5-6 miles Park in the road
near Brockett Arms Pub, Postcode AL6 9BT.
Walk start at 10 am. At the end of the walk there are
benches for a picnic for those who wish if the sun is out.
Leader - John D. -
Thursday 16th May - This walk will start from the large west car park of Ampthill Park, it
should be dry and will be about 5 miles. Meet at 10 am
Leaders - John W and Joy
Thursday 23rd May - Whitwell/Holcott Wood - 7 miles
Parking is available in the playing fields car park SG4 8AX ready to
commence walking at 10.15.
From Lilley drive along Lilley Bottom Rd, upon entering Whitwell village take the second right turn Horn Hill, then turn left into Bradway, then take the first right turn into the playing fields car park, up the slight slope.
From Lilley drive along Lilley Bottom Rd, upon entering Whitwell village take the second right turn Horn Hill, then turn left into Bradway, then take the first right turn into the playing fields car park, up the slight slope.
Coffee break and picnic along the way.
Leader - Tony P.
Saturday 25th May - Coopers Hill and Ampthill Park.
Approx 3.to 4,miles 10 am Start.
Leader - Nita
Drive to Ampthill on the A1520, turn left into Station
Rd (no road sign, but mini roundabout) follow signs Alameda School and the Firs School.
Drive down nearly to the bottom and park near to the
sign for Coopers Hill.
If the heather is out it should be lovely.
We will cross over to Russell Plantation. Continue over the
top and enjoy the view.
We aim for Warren Farm and hope to see the Llamas.
You can smell the coffee before we arrive at WOODEN
HILL COFFEE SHOP.
A great place for a rest.
We take a brisk walk back down towards Ampthill
Park and then cross over back to Coopers Hill.
Back home in time for the cup final.
Thursday 30th May - Tring & Hastoe - 6 miles
Meet at the new Woodlands Trust car park. HP23 6AR for 10.30 start.. We will
stop for a picnic lunch.
There are some hills on the walk, please bring walking sticks.
Contact Wendy or Richard on APRIL WALKING PROGRAMME
Saturday 6th April - Steppingley Church Spring cafe event
Steppingley Church
are hosting a Spring Cafe event, there will be the usual
selection of lovely home made foods, savouries, cakes, hot & cold
drinks.
Please try to join
us for an enjoyable
day and support Steppingley church.
We
will be leading two walks. 6 miles and a shorter walk of 4 miles, both walks will meet at Steppingley
church.
If anyone would like to meet us at the church and not
take part in the walks we aim to be there around 12:30Please contact Sue 07805 792590 if you need a
lift.
Richard and Wendy will lead a 4 mile walk with a coffee
stop. Their walk starts promptly at 10am from Churchill Drive
Flitwick MK45
1FZ. The
walk will be 4 miles with a coffee stop. Contact Richard or Wendy 07305
642585
For
the 6 mile walk, meet at T.V.H ready to leave at 9.30
am,
or if you are in Harlington/Flitwick meet at the small car-parking area as
below.
We will set off at 9.50 to get to Steppingley for 12.30 with a coffee stop beforehand5 miles will be before the lunch, only 1 mile back to the cars. We start and finish with some woods; in between there are fields with open views, coffee break during the morning. Hope to avoid the worst of the mud.
Meeting
place/Travel directions: (Longer walk)
OS
grid ref 007340. From Harlington/Toddington, take the road from the A5120
opposite Westoning road, that leads past Wood End. Continue for about 2 miles,
past the turning to Tingrith until a sharp left-hand bend, where the road from
Flitwick joins at a wooded corner. The parking spot is on the left just after
the bend: enough space for 7 cars.
From
Flitwick, go down Temple Way for about 2 miles, and the parking is almost
straight ahead on the left, where your road joins the Wood End Road.
Looking
forward to an enjoyable day and hopefully some sunshine.
If
you have blue boot covers PLEASE bring them with you.
Thursday 11th April - Pulloxhill - 7 miles meet at Harlington Village Hall, Sundon Road LU5 6LS, where parking is available.
Ready to commence walking at 10.00 am Coffee break & picnic stops along the way
Ready to commence walking at 10.00 am Coffee break & picnic stops along the way
Leader - Tony P -
Thursday 18th April - Neil's walk begins from the Ampthill Hub Car Park leaving at 10am
Ampthill to Greenfield via Duck End to Flitwick Moor, then returning to Ampthill.
The walk is approx 7 miles.
We have found a place for you to rest your weary bones for either a banana break or sandwich.
We have walked this a couple of times and although we have had lots of rain we really didn't find any mud. Kathy
Ampthill to Greenfield via Duck End to Flitwick Moor, then returning to Ampthill.
The walk is approx 7 miles.
We have found a place for you to rest your weary bones for either a banana break or sandwich.
We have walked this a couple of times and although we have had lots of rain we really didn't find any mud. Kathy
Saturday 20th April - A walk from Cranfield to Hulcote Church, past ancient Hulcote Wood and on to the new woodland of Rectory Wood for a picnic lunch. Ground conditions permitting we will walk through Marston Thrift, past a vineyard and back to Cranfield
Meet at Cranfield Church at 10 am - 8 miles
Leaders - Bob and Celia -
SUNDAY 21st April - 3 miles (approx) stroll through Campbell Park up to Central Milton Keynes. returning by another route.
We will have an hour break so that folk can enjoy a cuppa or a walk through the shops.
We will have an hour break so that folk can enjoy a cuppa or a walk through the shops.
2 pm start- meeting at the carpark by the Canal at the northeast end of Campbell Park.
Approach the carpark via Overgate and turn off at Green Lane roundabout Grid reference - OS Map 192 SP868399 Postcode MK94AD (approx)
Leaders - Nita and Beryl
Thursday 25th April - Local - 5.5 miles Meet 9.30 am TVH
Leader - Tony M.
Saturday 27th April -
Barton- 7 miles -
WALK SATURDAY 27TH APRIL
Barton
- 7 miles - Meet at entrance to Recreation Ground (opposite
Washbrook Close). Old Road, Barton, MK45 4LF. Parking along Old Road, on
left.
Start the walk at 10 am. Coffee break and picnic stops en route.
There was very little mud around when I walked it to-day.
Leader - Sharon -
Greensand Ridge Walk
This
is walking the Greensand Ridge with transport provided - you park at
the stage end point and transport takes you to the star point, the cost
for transport is £25 all 3 stages or £10 per stage. Please see link
below for details.
https://www.greensandtrust.org/Event/walk-the-ridge-lead-greensand-ridge-walks | As
part of the Greensand Country Festival, we are running led walks along
the Greensand Ridge Route. The walks will be broken down into 3
manageable sections (no more than 14 miles) and will take place on
Saturdays. www.greensandtrust.org |
MARCH WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 7th March - Northchurch Common to Ashridge via Aldbury 7.4 miles
Leaving from Car park at 10am. Car Park is on the right off the main road to Ashridge B4506 at Northchurch common opposite Hill Farm, HP4 1LS Grid reference SP 9794810205 Lat: 51.781964N Long: 0.582980W
(It is not the one we have previously used as that has been blocked off due to all the rain it is before that)
Leaving from Car park at 10am. Car Park is on the right off the main road to Ashridge B4506 at Northchurch common opposite Hill Farm, HP4 1LS Grid reference SP 9794810205 Lat: 51.781964N Long: 0.582980W
(It is not the one we have previously used as that has been blocked off due to all the rain it is before that)
It is a bit muddy in places but generally fine with a steepish track from Aldbury up to Ashridge.We will stop for a coffee break & can take packed lunch or use the open air café at Ashridge near the monument for our lunch break.Leaders - Debbie & Nick -
Thursday 14th March
As original walk is flooded the walk has been changed to Caldecotte lake circular. 3.5 miles, mainly on hard surfaces
Walk start from Caldecotte Lake car park MK7 8HP at 10.15 am
Leaders Sue & Tony R
Saturday 16th March - Pirton - 7 miles - Meet 10 am near the Motte and Bailey Pub, Pirton SG5 3QD There will be a coffee stop and lunch/sandwich stop. It has a few steady long inclines and a couple of
short steep hills though nothing too strenuous. Not too muddy and hopefully dry out
more this coming week.
Leaders - Janet & John -
Thursday 21st March - Keech Hospice - Galley Hill - 7 miles
meet at allotment car park Church Road, LU3 3PN next to the A6 roundabout Luton Road Ready to commence walking at 10 am
Coffee break en route
Leader Tony P -
Thursday 28th March Cancelled - Harrold Odell Country park - 5 miles
FEBRUARY WALKING PROGRAMME
Saturday February 10th,
A Souper Douper Ramble! 0, 4, or 7 miles, Steppingley
Steppingley Church is raising money for a toilet block, and has these wonderful occasional fund-raising lunches, with good homemade food asking for donations. This time it is soup, just what we need part way through a winter walk. We have been before and made very welcome. You can join Wendy and Richard on the short, easy-go walk, or Ruth on the longer brisk walk, or just turn up to meet us there for about 12.30. This time it is in the Village Hall, next to the pub.
For the 7 mile walk, meet at T.V.H ready to leave at 9.20 am, or if you are in Harlington/Flitwick meet at the small car-parking area before 9.45am. We need to be setting off at 9.45 to get to Steppingley for 12.30. 6 miles will be before the lunch, only 1 mile back to the cars. We start and finish with some woods; in between there is fields with open views, and we shall have our morning coffee break at the derelict All Saiints church near Ridgemont. Travel directions: OS grid ref 007340. From Harlington/Toddington, take the road from the A5120 opposite Westoning road, that leads to Wood End. Continue for about 2 miles, past the turning to Tingrith until a sharp left-hand bend, where the road from Flitwick joins at a wooded corner. The parking spot is on the left just after the bend: enough space for 7 cars.From Flitwick, go down Temple Way for about 2 miles , and the parking is almost straight ahead on the left, where your road joins the Wood End road. Let Ruth know if you want a lift from TVH (room for 3 people), or if you are joining us there.
The short walk to Steppingley on 10th February will start 10am from Churchill Drive, Flitwick, MK45 1FZ. The walk will be 4 miles with a coffee stop. Contact Richard or Wendy
Thursday 15th February
Again there will be 2 walks 3 miles & 7 miles both starting from the same placeWoburn Stroll - leaving Woburn car park at NB 10.30 am - 3 miles - possible lunch at Black Horse Pub.NB walk will be postponed if rain or ice. Check with leader.
Leader - Hilary -
7 miles Start walking at 10 am from Woburn car park
More details later
Leaders Tony P & Tony R
Saturday 24th -
Chicheley walk led by Lynn
Cancelled (or postponed) due to floodingThursday 29th - Woburn/Woburn Sands - 6 miles - Meet TVH 9.30 am or Woburn car park 10 am. - Lunch Fir Tree part way round. We will be avoiding the steps on the way backContact Tony M before Thursday if having lunch.
Leader - Tony M. JANUARY WALKING PROGRAMME
Monday 1st January 2024 New Year's Day walk
Depart from Harlington Village Hall car park at 11 am prompt. 2 walks; Longer walk will be 4-5 miles in length; shorter one will be 2.5 miles in length
Led by Tony Roberts & Tony Price
Thursday 4th January
Totternhoe/Dunstable Downs, 4 or 9 miles, Ruth
Meet TVH to car share ready to leave at 9.30.
If you want to go straight there, the National Trust car park, Totterhoe Knolls (free parking). Turn up the narrow lane between the post box and the bus shelter. SP986 218 for about 10am.
We walk around the well surfaced lanes past Maiden Bower and onto the Green Lane of Icknield Way. At this point, we have a coffee break and those doing the 3 mile walk can return to the cars (un guided, but I can point you onto the straight path).
The rest of us continue to Dunstable Downs, where we will stop for lunch: either a picnic, or buy something at the visitors centre. We then drop to the lower route (this part may be slightly muddy) and back to the car park.
Saturday 6th January -
Our 9 mile walk starts from the Gadebridge park free car park in
Hemel Hempstead, postponed due to flooding
Saturday 13th January - A walk from Lilley - I did a reccie for next Saturday’s walk today and assuming the forecasters are right and we have a dry week, then it shouldn’t be too muddy.
Please meet at Lilley Village Hall (LU2 8LH, known as Cassel Memorial Hall) ready to start walking at 10am. The walk is 7 miles with a few gentle inclines but no stiles.
Although I hadn’t specifically planned for a lunch stop, I perhaps
should have suggested that people bring lunch with them, especially if
they are used to eating early ie 12:30 to 1:00.
We’ll be having an elevenses break anyway but can also stop for lunch
if and when folks are getting hungry.
Leader - Lynn
Thursday 25th January - Local/Toddington - 5 miles - Meet
TVH 9.30
Leader - Tony M.
Saturday 27 January – Walk in Milton Keynes, Kents
Hill Park, Milton Keynes Village, Ouzel Valley. About 6 miles. Coffee
stop.
Depending on the rainfall, some of the paths in the Ouzel Valley may be
waterlogged!
Meet at Woburn Big Car Park at 9.45 am – to share
rides and directions or at 10 am at the Car Park at the east
end of Kents Hill Park - MK7 6HQ.
From Kingston roundabout proceed along
H9 Groveway (South West) to Walnut Tree roundabout. Right along V11 Tongwell
Street (North)
Left into Pondgate, Left into Frithwood Crescent, Third
exit at roundabout into the car park. Please park considerately in case of youth
football happening nearby.
Leaders – Beryl and Toruun
DECEMBER WALKING PROGRAMME
Sue will be leading a walk from Harlington Village Hall car park at 10am
5 miles with a coffee stop.
We
will walk across to Bury Orchard to Lincoln Way then head down to
Willow Farm and along Lower End. Heading towards Moleskin Hill and back
towards Harlington.
It may be muddy in places.if not frosty. No big climbs.
If you would like to visit our Christmas Tree Festival after the walk at St Mary’s Church between 12-5pm. Entry is £2:50 (see attachment)
Lots of decorated Christmas trees to enjoy. There will also be craft stalls, a raffle, live music, refreshments. Come and enjoy the sparkle!
Or if you cannot make it on Saturday, then on Sunday we have The Festival Finale with poems, stories and songs at 5pm
Adult entry £2.50, children free.Thursday 7th December - Tewin - 6 miles - Picnic on route weather permitting Meet 10.30am to start - parking AL6 0LX
This is the replacement walk for John's November walk that had to be cancelled due to bad weather.
Leader - John D.
Saturday 9th December
We will meet at Toddington Village Hall car park at 9.30 ready to start at 9.45.
Ruth
did a second reccki on Wednesday, a dry frosty day. The road past the
golf course was flooded in two places and the first kilometer of the
walk (not even the muddiest part) was a quagmire. More rain is
forecast. So back to the drawing board.....
As
most ramblers will pass through Toddington on their way to Tilsworth
golf club, there is easy parking and there are plenty of walks from
there, we have decided to write off Tilsworth and walk to the West of
Toddington, where we don't often go. It is 5 miles, and we will have a
BRIEF stop for coffee. We should be back to TVH by 12.15 to give us time
to get to the Golf Club and a little contingency. Most of it is on
grass, very little mud, but there are at least 4 stiles on the return
journey.
As this is rather late information, please let anyone that you meet before Saturday be aware of the changes. This walk will be followed by Christmas Lunch at Tilsworth Golf Club - 12.30 - 1 pm
Sunday 17th December -
Willen Hospice is hosting a 'Santa Dash' on Sunday 17th December where sponsored participants dress as Santa and run/walk around Willen Lake North.
We will be supporting them by parking at the car park by the canal at the far end of Campbell Park and walking to meet the Santas.
Approach the car pak via Overgate and turn off at Green Lane Roundabout. Grid reference - (OS Map 192) 867399. Nearest postcode MK9 4AD
We will leave the car park at 10 am prompt and the walk will be 3.5 miles.This could be shortened for anybody who wishes.
We will be able to go into the grounds of the Hospice where there will be stalls and drinks available. You may also like to bring your own refreshments.
Please enter into the spirit of the day by wearing something festive, (hat, scarf,tinsel etc.) You may also like to make a donation to Willen Hospice somewhere along the line.
Contact Beryl on who will have some spare spaces in her car from Flitwick. or
Contact Brenda to arrange a lift from TVH car park.
Thursday 28th December, 5 miles, Toddington to Tebworth via the west.
This is the proposed walk
pre-Xmas lunch that was abandoned as no-one turned up!
Meet Toddington Village Hall ready to leave at 9.30.
Please note that if it is raining at 9.30 and forecast to continue for the rest of the morning. We will NOT go. If in doubt, eg drizzle, please phone before 9. 10 to check if it is still on : 01525 634240
We walk to the West of Toddington, where we don't often go. It is 5 miles, and we will have a BRIEF stop for coffee. When I did the recki I saw a pair of hares. Fingers crossed they will be in the same place. Most of it is on grass, very little mud, but there are at least 4 stiles on the return journey.
Ruth
NOVEMBER WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 9th November - Woburn/Eversholt - 5 miles
Meet Woburn car park at 10 am - Coffee break part way.
We will walk through the Deer Park to Eversholt. We return via a
section of quiet road back to the deer park and hence to the cars.
There are no steep hills or steps etc. but slightly muddy in places. No problem with deer as the rutting was coming to an end.
There are no steep hills or steps etc. but slightly muddy in places. No problem with deer as the rutting was coming to an end.
Leaders John W. and Joy K.
Saturday 11th November -Ampthill
Sue and Beryl
will be leading a walk STARTING at 10 am prompt from Ampthill park (West car
park).
There will be a
short walk of approximately 3 miles which can be extended if members
wish.
We will walk to
The Market Square in Ampthill for the Remembrance Day Two Minute
Silence. (see attachment)
After the brief
service we will continue walking in Ampthill park.
Shortly after
the service we will have a coffee break in or near the park.
Some inclines
and uneven surfaces through the woods.
Thursday 16th November - A short local walk from TVH at 10.45 finishing at about 12.15 just in time to get cleaned up for the food !!
Leader - Tony M. -
FOLLOWED BY AGM then PLOUGHMAN'S LUNCH
Food is included in your membership fee: bring your own drinks and mug/glass
Thursday 23rd November
The walk is approximately 6 miles Wrest Park/Shillington
Meet
at Wrest Park (MK45 4HR) for 10am start. Please park either on the
grass adjacent to Wrest Park entrance or near the Wrest Park 0ffices if
the grass is too wet to park on.
We will walk from Wrest Park to Shillington then back via Lower Gravenhurst with a coffee/banana break.
Unfortunately
Wrest Park (English Heritage)is now closed during the week but
coffee/refreshments will be available at The Avenue Kitchen Cafe.
Let's hope for good weather 🙏.
Leaders Jenny and Ged
Thursday,30th November Meet at Toddington Village hall 9 45am Leaving at 10 am Toddington to Wingfield, 7 miles,. led by Neil TaborPlanning to stop at the Plough (Wingfield) for lunch Many of you now have a copy of the menu. But lunch section attachedNotice board also had soup with bread and butter for £7.00 Moistly grassy paths but muddy in places. Walking pole recommended.
Please let us know asap if you are joining us and also menu choice
Cathy & Neil Tabor ------------------------------
OCTOBER WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 5th October - Ardeley - 7 miles - Coffee at end.
Meet 10.30 at Church Farm car park SG2 7AH
Leaders - Wendy and Richard -
Thursday 12th October - Graveley - 7 miles - Picnic
Meet 9.30 TVH or to start walking from Graveley (N of Stevenage) at 10.15am
Please car share as much as possible as parking is limited.
Leaders - Brenda - Beryl -
Thursday 19th October -
Debbie will just be doing a short walk from Clophill;.
It will be approx. 3.6miles
We will meet at 10am on the village Green in Clophill & stop for a coffee/banana break .
It may be a good idea to allow a little extra time for the journey as there are some road works on the Clophill roundabout.
We will meet at 10am on the village Green in Clophill & stop for a coffee/banana break .
It may be a good idea to allow a little extra time for the journey as there are some road works on the Clophill roundabout.
Leaders - Debbie and Nick -
Sunday 21st OctoberI have received several messages
from members wishing to join us on Sunday for The John Bunyan talk
followed by tea and cake at St Mary’s church Harlington at 3pmI
will be leading a short walk starting at 1:45pm from Harlington Village
Hall carpark. Unfortunately even though the forecast is good, it is too
muddy over the fields so it will be around our lovely village.Please could you let ME
know if you are joining us, if you haven’t already, even if you are
going straight to the church so I can let the church warden know. Looking forward to seeing you
Sue
Thursday 26th October - Woburn/Woburn Sands - 6.5 miles
Meet 10.00 am Woburn Church car park - Lunch at Fir Tree part way round
Please let the leader know before the Thursday walk day if you will be having lunch.
Leader - Tony M -
Saturday 28th October - St. Paul's Walden - 7.5 miles - 10 am start
This walk will be a circuit around the village of St.Paul's Walden, passing through woods and parkland. No taxing hills. Coffee and Picnic stops. Parking in Whitwell on the High St just past the Bull PH SG4 8AG near the bus stop.
Leaders - Beryl - Tony P. -
SEPTEMBER WALKING PROGRAMME
Saturday 2nd September - Great Barford/Blunham - 8 miles
We will meet by Great Barford Church (MK44 3HW), ready to start walking at 10.00am
The
walk will be along the River Ouse to Roxton, over to Tempsford and
along the River Ivel to Blunham weir where we will have a picnic lunch.
Ruth is intending to go, and will have her car, so lets meet at TVH to carshare at 9.20There will also be a coffee stop in the morning
Leaders - Celia and Bob -
Thursday
7th - 6.5 - 7 miles circular - 10 am start. - Maulden - Kings
Wood - Maulden Woods. This is a variation of the August walk led
byTony M - Meet at MK45 2DJ Moor Lane, Maulden parking at bottom of lane in the area outside Bowls Club by the rhubarb field.
This walk is a mix of fields and woods. There will be a coffee break and a second one for sandwiches.
Leaders - Janet and John -
Saturday 9th September - Woburn Deer Park - 3 mile gentle stroll
Lots to see -. Meet at Woburn car park at 10.30. Coffee at Floots Cafe at the end.
Leader - Hilary -
Sunday 10th September
If you are free on this date there is a charity walk at Wadesden
or on the attachment below
Thursday 14th - Hexton - 7 miles
Meet
in Mill Lane, Hexton SG5 3JB, outside The Raven PH, ready to commence
walking at 10.00 Please park considerately in Mill Lane. Coffee & Picnic along the way.
Leader - Tony P -
Saturday 16th September - approx 5 milesA gentle stroll in Cranfield on farm tracks and quiet roads. Incorporating an unusual cafe to visit for a cup of tea
on the way round Meet at Partridge Piece, Cranfield MK43 0BL . Please park considerately for a 10.00 am startLeaders are John and Sue Poole
Thursday 21st - Marsden Thrift / Cranfield area. 3 mile walk from Wood End car park
Leaders - Sheila and Mike -
Saturday 23rd September - Old Warden, Northill and Ickwell Green - 7 miles
This walk is at Old Warden, Northill and Ickwell Green & will be 8.5 miles in length
Park
at St.Leonards Church, Church Lane, Old Warden, SG18 9HD, please bring a
few coins for a donation to the church for parking there.
Picnic lunch on the green at Ickwell Green, plus a very nice pub in Old Warden near the end of the walk.
For more information call
Leaders - Sharon - or
Beryl -
Thursday 28th September
Tony Price has agreed to lead a walk on this date.
The walk will start from Harlington VH car park at 10.00 am
It will be 7 miles in length and have coffee & picnic breaks along the way
Club Social Friday 29th September
This will take place at Toddington Village Hall from 7 pm to 9 pm
It will be a shared buffet followed by a quiz. There will be time to chat with friends & browse the old archive books
Bring a dish, your own drinks & a glass. Squash will be provided.
The cost will be £3 per person collected at the doorThe deadline for booking has passed, but you are welcome to turn up on the door.
AUGUST WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 3rd August - Malden Woods/Kingswood - 6.5
miles
The George Pub at the end of walk - let the leader know before Thursday if
you will be having lunch there.
Meet at The George car park NOT Church car park at 10 am .
Meet at The George car park NOT Church car park at 10 am .
Leader - Tony M -
Thursday 10th August - 10.00 start - Short 3 mile walk in
Aspley Woods
Park at recreation ground car park next to the entrance to Aspley Guise
& Woburn Sands Golf Club, West Hill, Aspley Guise, MK17 8DX
The walk is mostly woods, passing the mermaids pond, Fullers Earth Lodge,
Woburn Sands sand pits. Gentle hills, uneven ground in places.
Leader - Penny
Thursday 17th August - Coleshill (Amersham) - 8 miles
Meet 10.30
Coleshill Church HP7 0LE - Picnic -
Leaders Richard and Wendy - - phone if transport
needed
Saturday 19th
August
A new walk from
Lynn
Lynn is able to
lead a walk on Saturday 19th August and plans to do a 6-mile walk starting from
College Lake near Bulbourne (HP23 5QG). The car
park opens at 10 am so there’s no point anybody getting there early 😉 and Lynn
suggests aiming to start out at 10:15. We can have lunch in College Lake cafe at
the end.
If anyone needs a lift or has any questions please call Lynn
If anyone needs a lift or has any questions please call Lynn
Thursday 24th August - Woburn/Woburn Sands - 6.5 miles -
Meet 10.00
Woburn Church car park - Lunch at Fir Tree part way round - let the
leader know before Thursday if you will be having lunch.
Leader - Tony M -
Saturday 26th August -
Beryl has had to abandon the walk she intended to do around Aspley Guise due to a number of curious, large bullocks in a very small paddock! Therefore, she has decided to do the “Elephant Walk” near Woburn Safari Park. However, this route has now been changed and does not include close up views of animals. Sorry!
The walk is 6.6 miles and parking will be in the big Car Park opposite the church in Woburn. We will leave there at 10 am. Beryl has not arranged lunch after the walk but those who wish can enjoy the hospitality in any of the establishments in Woburn or find a picnic spot. Leaders - Beryl - - Sharon -
Thursday 31st August - 4 miles Bedford/Priory Park
The plan is to meet outside the Swan Hotel on the embankment in Bedford
aim to start walking 10.15. From there to walk along the Ouse to Priory Park
then return to the start point.
Tea shop available in Priory Park.
Leaders - Liz and Pete - Pete
JULY WALKING PROGRAMME
JUNE WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 6th July - Turvey - 5 miles - Meet 10 am at the
Three Fyshes car park, Bridge Street, MK43 8ER. the car park is approx.10 yards
before the Pub, Remember A6 to Bedford is closed.
If you do not intend to use the please park elsewhere in the village
If you do not intend to use the please park elsewhere in the village
We will pass Emmaus en route.
Leaders -- John W. and Joy
Change of programme: Thursday 13th
If any club members would like to walk on Thursday I have the
route of a short walk (5 miles) starting at Rowney Wood. It is a
pleasant walk with some inclines and good views over a wide area. There
are no pubs or cafes so it will be BYO.
Rowney Wood is
just off the A600 approximately 2miles from Shefford. There is plenty of
signposted parking at the entrance to the wood.
I can
meet as usual at TVH 09:30am, if anybody would like to go directly to
Rowney Wood car park please let me know. I would expect to
start walking at 10:15am.- KeithThursday 20th July - Whitwell - 7 miles - Meet at Whitwell
recreation ground, off Broadway SG4 8BE, where parking is available, ready to
commence walking at 10.15
As you enter Whitwell from the direction of Lilley, take the second turning
on the right, Horn Hill, then first left into Broadway, entrance for
recreation ground is on the right side. Coffee and Picnic breaks along the
way.
Leader - Tony P.
Saturday 22th July - Chairman's Garden Party - 2.30pm
120 Goswell End Rd , Harlington LU5 6NT All members welcome: more details to follow
120 Goswell End Rd , Harlington LU5 6NT All members welcome: more details to follow
Organisers - Cynthia,Tony R and Committee
Thursday 27th July - Ridgmont/Woburn - Details to
follow
Leader - Sharon -
JUNE WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 1st June - Pegsden Hills - 3.5 miles
Meet
at car park (see below) at 10am. If you are on the B655 from Barton
towards Hitchin,just before turning off towards Pegsden you will see a
Lodge on the LEFT before a signpost turning
left to Pegsden & Shillington. You then turn left again which is a
side turning to the Lodge which you can park along.
As the
location suggests there are several inclines along the way (Good for the
heart!) & 32 steps early on the walk but it is enjoyable. We will
stop for a coffee break during the walk. Leaders - Debbie & Nick
MONDAY 5th to FRIDAY 9th June - ELAN VALLEY HOLIDAY
Saturday 17th June -
I plan to do the Kimpton-Ayot-Codicote walk, so about 7 miles and those
that want to eat in The Boot (SG4 8PT) afterwards can park there, otherwise please park
where you can and we’ll meet on the main road by the school at 10 am.
If anyone needs picking up or has any queries, please call me. Also I would appreciate a call or a message to let me know if you’re planning
to join me, so I know to wait (or if anyone’s coming!)
Leader - Lynn
Thursday 22nd June - Woburn/Woburn Sands - 6 miles Meet at Church car park at 10 am. Possible lunch at Fir Tree to be confirmed
Leader - Tony M -
Sunday 25th June -
Warren Wood Clophill and possibly beyond. 2 or 3.5 miles –
optional.
A Sunday afternoon stroll through the woods with the possibility of an extension along field paths.
Leaders – Nita and Beryl
A Sunday afternoon stroll through the woods with the possibility of an extension along field paths.
Leaders – Nita and Beryl
Thursday 29th June
- Barton - 7 miles - Meet at Recreation Ground OLD ROAD, Barton-le-Clay, MK45 4LB, where parking is available, ready to commence
walking at 10.00am. Coffee break & picnic along the way.
Leader - Tony P.
MAY WALKING PROGRAMME
MARCH WALKING PROGRAMME
Cancelled
SUNDAY 5th February - 3.5 miles - Maulden Nature ReserveMeet 2 pm Maulden Church car park MK45 2AU (car share advised)Leader - Nita -
Thursday 4th May - 7 miles - Clophill - Hopefully we will see
the woods carpeted with Bluebells
Meet at Reedshill, Clophill MK45 4BY, off Back Street, ready to
commence walking at 10.00
Please park considerately in residential area.
Coffee stop along the way.
Leader - Tony P
Sunday 7 May
2 – 2.5 miles only. Meet at TVH
3.10 pm , or Houghton House Car Park, Ampthill (off the road from
Ampthill to Bedford) at 3.30 pm.
This Sunday Stroll is to see the bluebells in Kings Wood.
They are stunning. The car park at Houghton House, Ampthill is quite small so
if you could arrange to travel together it would help the situation. The walk
is flat and not muddy. (A longer version can be organised but it would include
mud and up and downhill.) So our chosen walk is a “there and back walk”.
Bring a drink and snack if desired.
Leader - Beryl
Thursday 11th May - 6.5 - 7 miles - Ampthill - meet 9.30
TVH
Park at Ampthill Hub car park. - Picnic in Maulden Church
churchyard
Leader - Neil
Saturday 13th May - Chicheley starting at 10am
It
will be a 7 miler (as long as I don’t go wrong like I did on my
reccie!) starting and finishing at Chicheley. The starting point is a long lay-by on the eastbound side of the
A422 grid ref SP903461. It is just a little further on past the pub, The
Chester Arms. Alternatively those that wish to have a drink or eat in
The Chester Arms afterwards would be able to
park there but I need to confirm numbers before next Saturday as he
says they get very busy, so please call or message me if you want to go
there
Please note there are several stiles. Any questions please call me.(Lynn)
Thursday 18th May - 3 mile stroll - Woburn - Lots to see
Meet Woburn car park at 10.30 - Coffee at end
Leader - Hilary -
Thursday 25th May - 5 miles - Nortonbury - Picnic
Meet 10 am - Car Park SG6 1AN
Leader - John D.APRIL WALKING PROGRAMME
SUNDAY 2nd - 3 mile walk around Tiddenfoot Waterpark
A
leisurely walk on good paths and a chance to learn about the site,
quarrying and natural history. A very shortened version of the Great
Billington walk in March
Bring a morning snack. meet TVH to leave at 9.30 am or directly at Grovebury Retail Park LU7 4EJ
Leightom
Buzzard by-pass, turn right at roundabout after McDonalds, the retail
park is on the right. Park halfway down adjacent to the road at about 9.45.am
Leader - Ruth -
Thursday 6th - 6 miles Woburn/Woburn Sands - FIR TREE FOR LUNCH
CONTACT TONY M IF YOU WISH TO EAT.
Leader - Tony M
Thursday 13th - 5 miles - Westoning/Pulloxhill - Meet 15 Home Farm Way
Westoning MK45 5LL at 10 am
Leaders - Maureen & Malcolm -
Saturday 15th - A walk to visit the Pasque Flowers - 7 miles or 3.5 miles
The Pasque Flower is very rare, with only a handful of chalk or limestone sites where it grows in England. However,
they are abundant at Knocking Hoe nature reserve and they were out today on the recci and will still be flowering on the 15th.
The longer walk will start by
climbing Deacon Hill, then pass around Pegsdon Hills and Telegraph Hill
for coffee break, to pick up the Chiltern Way before looping around
Tingley Wood to the Knocking Hoe nature reserve. We will have our
picnic lunch there. If anyone prefers a shorter and less strenuous
walk and would like to join us to see the Pasque Flower and have a
picnic let me know you are coming and I will work out a place and time.
This would be about 3-4 miles.
Meet at TVH at 9.25 to
arrange car share (leaving at 9.30) and at HarlingtonVillage Hall at
9.40 or go straight there for 9.55 meet at the small car park at the
base of Deacon Hill, grid reference 132300. There is limited parking: please share if you can.
Leader - Ruth -
Thursday 20th - 6 - 7 miles Lilley - Meet 9.30 TVH or Lilley Village Hall car park 10 am, Picnic or Pub
Leader - Brenda -
Saturday 22nd - 7 miles and shorter walk of 4miles.
On the 10th December last year we arranged two walks to Steppingley church to take part in their Christmas Festival. We had a lovely time enjoying a lunch, music and singing.
Our return visit is on Saturday 22nd April for their Easter Celebration
Lunch with savouries, cakes, hot and cold drinks and raffle and Music.
Please try to join us for an enjoyable day and support Steppingley church.
There will be two walks, both walks will meet at Steppingley church.
Richard and Wendy will lead a 4 mile walk with a coffee stop. The walk starts promptly at 10:30 from Churchill Drive Flitwick.
Sue will lead a 6-7 mile walk from Westoning Church promptly at 10am. With a coffee stop.
If anyone would like to meet us at the church and not do the walk we aim to be there around 12.
I will go to Toddington Village Hall carpark first to leave at 9:40am.
For further questions please contact SueLeader - Sue , with Wendy and Richard
Thursday 27th - 7 miles - Roxton - coffee stop and picnic. STARTING AT ROXTON VILLAGE HALL HIGH STREET ROXTON. MK44 3EB MAP REF: OS GR TL 152 545 Our walk ‘ A four Village Circular Walk’ takes in 4 villages. It is a 7 mile walk with 2 stiles We
start at Roxton Village Hall walking to Tempsford stopping for coffee
then onto Blunham and stopping at Great Barford Lock for packed lunch. We then follow the Ouse Valley Way back to Roxton. I will be at Toddington Village Hall Leaving at 9:15am OR you can meet at Roxton Village Hall High Street MK44 3EB (OS GR TL 152 545) to start the walk at 10am If you need a lift or have any problems please contact Sue
Leader Sue
Saturday 29th - Details to follow
Leader - Sharon -
MARCH WALKING PROGRAMME
Thursday 2nd March - Toddington local - 6.5 mikes Meet 9.30
Leaders - Cathy and Kate -
Thursday 9th March
- Woburn - 3-4 mile stroll - Meet 10.00 am car park
opp.Church. - Coffee break and optional lunch at Black Horse P.H.
Leader - Hilary -
Saturday 11th March - Billington/Tiddenfoot - 8-9 miles
This
walk mostly follows the river Ouzel to the Tiddenfoot nature reserve
where we will have our picnic lunch, then return along the Grand Union
Canal passing the church at Billington on our way back. Bring a drink for 'elevenses' and a picnic lunch. Meet
at TVH to arrange car-sharing, ready to leave at 9.30 or at Hill View
Lane at about 9.45, a small residential road off the A4146, opposite
Nobby's Farn Shop halfway along this street, where there are good
parking bays.
Leader - Ruth -
Thursday 16th March - Wrest Park/Shillington - approx. 6 miles
Meet at Wrest Park (MK45 4HR) for 10 am start. Please park on grass adjacent to Wrest Park Entrance. We will walk from Wrest park to Shillington then back via Lower Gravenhurst, with a coffee/banana break. Coffee and refreshments are available at Wrest Park if you are an English Heritage member.
Leaders Jenny and Ged -
Thursday 23rd March - Clophill and surrounds - 4.5 miles
Meet TVH 9.30 to car share or 10 am Clophill - Park at the Green
Leaders - Mike and Sheila -
Thursday 30th March - Harlington/Sharpenhoe - 6 miles
Meet
Harlington Village Hall LU5 6LS where parking is available, ready to
start walking at 10.00 Coffee break in Sharpenhoe Village.
Leader Tony P -
FEBRUARY WALKING PROGRAMME
There are 5 walks below for the month of February and as you will see there is 1 Sunday and 4 Thursdays. If you have a free Saturday and are able to lead any sort of walk please let myself or Tony know and it can be included.
Thank you - Yvonne
Thursday 2nd February - 8 miles - Three Locks to Stockgrove -
This walk is mostly on the hard surfaces and the well-drained green-sand ridge. But no promises!!
We
walk along the towpath, then past Paper Mill to the Greensand Ridge
walk to Rammamere Heath where we will stop for a coffee break.
We
then walk through Bragenham Woods to Stockgrove country park for lunch
at the picnic tables - bring picnic or buy at the cafe.
We return through Baker's Wood and Shire Oak Heath.
Meet
TVH at 9.20 for 9.30 to organise car share, or ready to start walk from
the three locks car park at 10 am nearest post code MK17 9DD
Leader - Ruth -
Saturday 4th February 7 miles.The walk will
start in the middle of Preston village (NE of Kings Walden) SG47UD. No stiles, no bogs and no crossing of sticky, muddy fields! If
we can start out at 10am we should be back in time to have lunch in The
Red Lion (Preston) but as usual, we’ll have an elevenses stop to keep
us going.
Please call Lynn if you have any queries or need a lift.
Thursday 9th February - 3 - 4 miles - Clophill - Meet 10 am at the Village Green.near Co op Clophill
Distance 3.6 miles Stop during for coffee or whatever
Leader - Debbie -
Thursday 16th February - 7.25 miles - Milton Keynes, Willen Lake
Meet & park at Caldecotte pub & Grill Walton MK7 8HP for 10am start
Lunch stop half way at the Lakeside pub & grill at Willen Lake.
Leaders - Debbie and Nick -
Sunday 19 February 3 miles Start time: 10.30 am
Park
at Aspley Guise Recreation Ground car park, next to the entrance to
Aspley Guise & Woburn Sands Golf Club, West Hill, Aspley Guise, MK17
8DX.
The walk is about 3 miles, through Aspley Guise, across fields and through woods.
A Go-Easy walk. Contact: Penny Jamieson
Thursday 23rd February - 6 miles - Ridgmont / Reynolds Wood
Meet at Ridgmont train station car park, Station Road. MK43 0XP
Ready to commence walking at 10.00 am
Leader - Tony P -
JANUARY 2023 WALKING PROGRAMME
Below
are seven walks for the first month of 2023. Let us all hope the
weather will be kind.
Sunday
1st January - This is the one to get you off the sofa and out in
the fresh air. - 4-5 miles depending upon day & walkers wishes
Walk starts from Harlington Village Hall car park at 11 am Toddington members meet at TVH at 10.45 am
Leader - Tony R
Thursday 5th January - This 7-8 mile brisk walk is firm underfoot and suitable for a winter walk.
We
walk to Redbourne across fields, walk through the town then pick up the
disused 'Nicky Line' before turning off to have coffee and a snack in
the church grounds.
We then return to Flamstead
across farm lanes and fields. I expect to return home for a late lunch
so bring something to sustain you at coffee time.
Meet
TVH to car share at 9.20 for 9.30 departure. It is a 20 minute drive
if the M1is flowing. If you are making your own way, the postcode is
AL38BS, grid.ref St.Alban's map,TL080145. Turn
into Church Road opposite the village store,and park in the village hall
car park. immediately after the church on the right.
Leader - Ruth -
Thursday 12th January - 5.75 miles - Local - Meet 9.30 TVH
Leader - Tony M -
Saturday 14th January -
This will be a 6-7mile circular, starting and finishing at The
Red Lion, Offley. Walk start at 10 am There is plenty of car parking in
their overflow car park on the right when you reach the pub. Their menu
is attached and the bonus is that having eaten there today, I have been
given a 15%off voucher we can use against our total bill 😊.
Please call Lynn if you have any queries.
Leader - Lynn
Sunday 15th January, Go easy ramble
Harlington Blue Plaque Walk 2 - 3 miles Gentle walking. Leader Hilary.
Meet 2.00 pm at Harlington Village Hall. Weather permitting.
Even if you have done this walk before it is a chance to get out and be together.
Hilary kindly invites us for tea/ coffee at the end of the walk. Please contact Nita to book your place on the walk
Thursday 19th January - 5 miles - Baldock. Meet 10.30 Clothall Road
Postcode SG7 6PD Park opposite school. No planned lunch, many choices in Baldock.
Leader - John D. -
Saturday
21st January - Great Gaddesden - Meet Great Gaddesden Church
Rd. off Pipers Hill {postcode HP1 3BS) from where we have led some walks
in the past.
Distance around 9 miles with picnic lunch and a coffee at the end in the Garden Centre.
Leaders Bev & Keith -Ruth will be at TVH at 9.20
Sunday 22nd January 2023
2-3 miles Flitwick Woods towards Steppingley Leader Nita
Meet at Ryder Way Flitwick 10.30 am Approx. Post Code MK45 1GN, near The Rufus Centre.
Weather permitting..
Any queries please contact Nita
Thursday 26th January. - 6 miles - Woburn/Woburn Sands Meet 9.30,TVH or 9.45 am in Woburn car park. Lunch at The Fir Tree in Woburn Sands. If you want lunch please phone leader to book beforehand.
Leader - Tony M -
ony Roberts - Chairman
I have been advised that as members so enjoyed last Saturday's
short walk it will be repeated on Thursday 15th for all members,
including those who could not walk that dayThis go easy walk
of 4 miles, led by Wendy and Richard leaves from Churchill Drive, just
off Froghall Road, in Flitwick,. at 10.00 am
Sunday 29th January 2023
Extra walk 2-3 miles.
Meet 1 pm. at the car park of the Cafe in The Park, Linmere, Houghton Regis.
Directions
Drive
through Chalton on the B579 in the direction of Luton until you reach
the roundabout at the top of the village, where Houghton Regis is
signposted. Take the second exit towards HR . At the next roundabout
take the second exit again. After about 100 metres turn left at the
traffic lights and the car park is on the right. (It can be seen on Google Earth Streetview - Tony)
Any queries please contact Linda Thursday 1st December - 5 miles - Maulden Woods - Meet 9.30 TVH or 10 am at Maulden Church. No lunch arrangements.
Leader - Tony M - 01525 872669 - mob. 07751 776475
SUNDAY 4th December - There will be a short 3.7 mile walk before lunch led by Neil and Tony P.
We will meet at the Fancott car park at 10.15 am and leave promptly at 10.30 am
We will walk from The Fancott mainly along the edge of fields and only one hill.!
Hopefully it will not be too muddy. To return in time to get changed and have a drink in time for Christmas lunch at 1 pm.
You will be able to renew your club membership after lunch.
Thursday 8th December 4+ miles, Apsley Woods
We will start the walk from the large layby on the left hand side of the road between Woburn and Woburn Sands at 10.00 am
We will stop for a coffee/ banana break part walk round the walk, however no lunch will be arranged.
The weather is forecast to be cold: If the weather is good perhaps I will extend the walk slightly with agreement from the walkers
Meet there, or Ruth will be at TVH ready to leave at 9.30 to arrange car share.
Saturday 10th December - St. Katherine's Way. A choice of two walks
4 miles or 8 miles.
This
ramble is designed to have our lunch at Steppingley Church, as they are
having a fund-raising Christmas-themed open church, with drinks,
savoury and sweet food and tower tours for a donation. We passed there last month and were so impressed we decided to return with a planned lunch stop.
Both walks will leave from the parking bays in Churchill Drive, just off Froghall Road, in Flitwick.
For the longer brisker walk 8 miles , which is led by Ruth and Sharon, we will depart earlier and Ruth will be at TVH at 9.00 starting from Churchill drive at 9.30
The go easy walk of 4 miles, led by Wendy and Richard leaves from Churchill drive at 10.30 and will be at a leisurly pace.
Both groups will ahve a brief coffee stop en route and we aim for both groups to arrive about 12.30. We will depart to walk the remaining mile or so when we are ready: we may set off in two groups if peaople want to stay for the tower tour, provided carsharing works out OK.
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CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL.
🌲🍷🔔
Cancelled due to weather
Thursday 3rd November ,
Thursday 3rd November ,
Clophill/Clophill Wood - 4-5 miles Led by Mike & Sheila Briggs Meet 10 am
park as near as possible to the Green. Saturday 5th November - Lilley - 6 - 7 miles Meet 10 am at Lilley Arms - Limited parking in the lane, maybe parking at the Village Hall and walking along to the Pub. Leader will check with the Pub about eating there afterwards.
Leader - Lynn -
Thursday 10th November - Woburn/Woburn Sands - 6.5 miles Meet 10 am Car Park opp Church. Lunch at Fir Tree Inform Tony M if wishing to eat there.
Leader - Tony M -
Cancelled due to weather
Thursday 17th November - Ridgemont/Reynolds Wood - 6 miles Meet 10 am Ridgemont Station - Coffee stop and picnic
Leader - Tony P -
FRIDAY 18TH NOVEMBER - A.G.M - 7.30 TVH
Cheese & Wine Committee to provide
Saturday 19th November - Ridgemont/Eversholt - A 9 mile walk starting in Ridgmont,
walking to Eversholt and on to Woburn where we will have lunch at The Bell. Ffrom there we will return to Ridgemont through
Woburn park. Start 10.00am from Church Street Ridgmont (this is the road that goes into a footpath to Segenhoe Church). Ruth is leaving from TVH at 9.30.
Leader - Celia and Bob -
Sunday 20th November - Maulden Woods - 4-5 miles Meet A6 car park Deadman's Hill, north of Clophill to commence walking at 10.30
Leader - Tony P.
Thursday 24th November - Sharpenhoe Clappers 4 miles Meet 9.30 TVH - Phone Linda if not going to Toddington Village Hall
Leader - Linda -
Saturday 26th - Harlington/Leagrave - 6-7 miles with coffee and packed lunch stops. We will leave Harlington Village Hall carpark at 10am Walking to Upper Sundon where we will have our coffee stop. It is muddy in places but we will take it steady. Down
to Lower Sundon then heading towards Leagrave Train station, stopping
for packed lunch and passing some of my childhood playgrounds. Lovely walk and hopefully it will stay dryMeet 10 am Harlington Village Hall, walk to Leagrave Station and back on train. Coffee stop and picnic
Leaders - Sue and Graeme -
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REMINDER
SUNDAY 4TH DECEMBER - CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT FANCOTT ARMS
There will be a short pre lunch walk to be led by Neil -
Christmas Lunch at The Fancott on Sunday 4th December at 1pm (For those who have booked with Sue)Please arrive in plenty of time to purchase a drink, collect your menu choice card for your table for lunch to be served at 1pmThere will be a short local walk 3.7 miles before lunch led by Neil and Tony P We will meet at The Fancott carpark at 10:15am and leave promptly at 10:30am We will walk from The Fancott mainly along the edge of fields and only one hill! Hopefully it will not be too muddy.To return in time to get changed and have a drink in time for Christmas Lunch to be served at 1pmYou will be able to renew your club membership after lunch. Looking forward to seeing you all
OCTOBER WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 6th October Dunstable Downs / Kensworth 7 miles
Meet at Chiltern Gateway visitors centre LU6 2GY to commence walking at 10.00
Parking free for NT members with valid membership card
Coffee break & picnic stops along the way
Leader Tony Price
Thursday 13th October - Westoning/Pulloxhill - 5 miles
Meet 15, Home Farm Way, Westoning at 9.45 (MK45 5LL)
Leaders - Maureen and Malcolm
Saturday 15th October - I plan to lead a walk from Stagsden which will be about 6 miles. The walk goes
via Bromham, so I plan to stop at Bromham Mill where we can have a stop for a
bite to eat and drink, although it will likely be a little early for lunch. I
also hasten to add that I thought the café looked a little on the expensive
side but there are benches nearby if anyone doesn’t want to use the café.
The start point will be by the church in Church Lane, where there is room for several cars. Please would people be there in time to start walking at 10:00 am.
The start point will be by the church in Church Lane, where there is room for several cars. Please would people be there in time to start walking at 10:00 am.
Leader - Lynn
Thursday 20th October - Turvey/ Carlton - 6.5 miles -Cafe or picnic
before the end of the walk.
We will be stopping at the cafe at Emmaus village which is before we get back to Turvey and members can choose to use the cafe or have a picnic.
We will be stopping at the cafe at Emmaus village which is before we get back to Turvey and members can choose to use the cafe or have a picnic.
Meet TVH to leave promptly at 9.30 If going straight there check
parking with Brenda
Leaders - Brenda and David
Saturday 22nd October - The Cople. Trail - Leaders - Sue and Eileen
We have changed our walk to The Cople Trail 6-7 miles
starting at 10am from All Saints Church in Cople
(grid ref: TL 102485) Post Code MK44
3TU
There will be a Coffee stop and Picnic stop
The walk takes in lovely views across the vale and we will be able to see the Cardington hangers.
We do cross some ploughed fields unfortunately, but we will take the walk slowly and hopefully enjoy the sunshine.
Sue 07805792590
01525797333
There will be a Coffee stop and Picnic stop
The walk takes in lovely views across the vale and we will be able to see the Cardington hangers.
We do cross some ploughed fields unfortunately, but we will take the walk slowly and hopefully enjoy the sunshine.
Sue 07805792590
01525797333
SUNDAY 23rd October - Guided Walk -
4 mile geological walk looking at Fuller's Earth industry around Aspley
Woods. TVH. Cancelled due to forecast rain and potential for slippery slopes and boggy sections.
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 27th October - Cranfield - 4.5 miles - Coffee
break
Meet 10 am Partridge Piece, Cranfield, MK43 0BP. Quiet roads and
fields Muddy if wetl.
Leaders - John and Sue -
Saturday 29th October -
Change of plan: 4 mile walk taking in the southern part of
Katherine's walk between Flitwick and Steppingley. Meet at the parking
bays in Churchill Drive, just off Froghall Road in Flitwick. Depart at
10.00. Ruth will be at TVH at 9.25. For more information call Sharon
Leaders - Sharon and Beryl.
SEPTEMBER WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 1 September
Concrete cows, ancient Abbey, Roman remains – where
else? Milton Keynes! About 3 miles, easy terrain but steps up and over railway
line.
Start: 10.00 Parking: Public car park just passed residents club,
Constantine Way, Bancroft Park, Milton Keynes, MK13 0RA,
off H2 (Millers Way). Contact: Penny
Saturday 3rd September - Easy circular riverside walk from
Bedford to Kempston Mill. - 5 miles approx.
We will meet 10.25 at the BUS STOP on the HIGH STREET, opposite to FLITWICK
POST OFFICE to catch the NUMBER TWO (2) BUS TO BEDFORD.
This service only runs hourly so do not be late. If you have one, bring
your BUS PASS. We will start our return journey from the Bus Station.
Park your cars at the CBC car park at Flitwick Station, opposite Tesco
Parking cost is £1.50 for the day. Due to a later start bring a picnic
lunch.
I hope this different way of traveling will be successful. We will be
avoiding the heavy Saturday traffic, save on petrol costs and expensive parking
in Bedford.
It should work, give yourself plenty of time and I will keep my fingers
crossed we all get on the bus.
Leader - Nita
Thursday 8th September - Toddington Local Walk Leader Cathy Tabor 5-6 miles
Start from TVH car park 9.30 am
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BEDS WALKING FESTIVAL
Saturday 10th September - Harlington to Pulloxhill - 7
miles
Meet 9.30 Harlington Village Hall - bring snack & drink
Leader - Tony P.
Thursday 15th September - Sundon Hills & Sharpenhoe
Clappers - 6 miles - 9.30 start
Meet Sundon Hills Country park LU3 3PE(only approx) OS GR TL 047 285
bring snack & drink
Leader - Tony R
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Thursday 22nd September - Toddington Local - 6-7 miles -
Picnic
Meet 9.30 at TVH
Leaders - Cathy and Kate
Sunday 25th September - Maulden Circular - 3 miles -
Walk starts 10.30 from Maulden Recreation Ground. Park in The Brache, MK45
2DR
A Nature Reserve walk, variable surfaces. Coffee stop during the
walk
Leaders Nita and Brigit - contact Nita
Thursday 29th September Woburn leader Penny
Meet 10.00 at Woburn Car Park for 4-5 mile walk through park via Paris House, returning on Greensand Ridge path.
AUGUST WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 4th August. - Harlington & Sundon Quarry - 6.5 Miles
Walk start from Harlington Village Hall car park at 9.50 (Todd members meet at TVH at 9.30)
Picnic & Coffee stop
Leader Tony R
SUNDAY 7th August - Flitwick Moor & Flitwick Wood - 4 miles
Meet at Brook Lane MK45 5EJ off Flitton High Street next to the
Church ready to commence walking at 10.30
Please park considerately in lane Coffee stop during walk
Leader Tony P.
Thursday 11th August - 5.5 miles - Tingrith - Coffee stop
Meet 9.30 TVH or 10 am Tingrith Church.
Leaders - Brenda and David -
Thursday 18th August - 3 miles stroll - Marston Moretaine
with a difference
Meet at TVH at 9.30 am or at The Green, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0NF
(park outside Captain Sir Tom's family home. The Old Rectory) Coffee
break at the Visitors' Centre
Leader - Beryl
Saturday 20th August - Toddington local - 8 miles -
Meet 9.30 TVH - Coffee stop and Picnic
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 25th August - 7 miles - Ardeley - cafe at end
Meet 10.30 Church Farm car park SG2 7AH
Leaders - Wendy and Richard
JULY WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday
7th July
- 7.5 miles - Woburn/Potsgrove
LeaveTVH @
9.30 commence walk from Woburn car park opposite the Church @10.00
- Picnic
Leader
- Tony P -
Saturday
9th July
- 6.5 miles - Maulden Woods TVH
at 9.30 - 9.45 walk start from car parking near
to Maulden Church
Leader
- Tony M -
Thursday
14th
- 5 miles - Letchworth
- Picnic
Meet
10.00 at John's house, 67, Penn Way, Letchworth Garden City, postcode
SG6 2SH
Leader
- John D, -
Thursday
21st July
- 7miles - Starting and finishing at
TVH 9.30
Coffee
stop and Picnic
Leaders - Cathy & Kate -
Saturday
23rd July
- 5.5 miles - Toddington local
- meet 9.30 TVH
Leader
- Tony M -
SUNDAY
24th July
- Concrete cows, ancient Abbey, Roman remains -where
else? Milton Keynes! About 3 miles, easy terrain. Start 10.30 CANCELLED
Parking:
Public car park just past residents club. Constantine Way,.Bancroft
Park Milton Keynes, MK13 0RA, off H2 (Millers Way)
Leader
- Penny -
Thursday 28th July - Harlington to Pulloxhill & back 7 miles
Commence from Harlington VH car park at 10 am
Coffee & Picnic stop - Leader Tony P
Saturday
30th July
- Riverside walk - Bedford to Kempston Mill. Cancelled
Approx. 5
miles gentle walking. Share cars if possible.
Meet
Prebend Street car park MK42 9BX (£1.80 for two hours) to start
walking at 10.15 If transport needed contact Nita
Leader
- Nita
JUNE WALKS PROGRAMME
TUESDAY 14th June - Harlington - A
summer evening walk
Meet Harlington Village Hall car park, leaving
at 6pm.
A gentle walk for about an hour, across the
fields and along Lower End, through a small
woodland area by the stream then heading back to Bury Orchard and our church where hopefully the sun will shine
and you will join us for a drink and enjoy
your evening picnic.
Leader - Sue -
Thursday 16th June -
My walk on Thursday 16th June will be 6 miles. Start of walk 10 am Whitwell and St Paul’s Walden. Coffee and Picnic stop. We
have a gentle climb out of the Mimram valley. Passing St Paul’s Walden
Bury House, birthplace of the late Queen Mother in 1900 and stopping at
St Paul’s Walden Church for coffee.Walking on through woods and fields. Passing Stagenhoe (Sue Ryder Home) and stopping for our picnic with a view. Parking at the far end of Whitwell High Street near bus stop. Past The Bull public house on the left. Emily’s Tea shop is open until 3pm if you fancy a cake and cup of tea after. Which is a very short drive from where we park. I hope you can join me and if you need a lift please phone me. - Sue
Leader - Sue -
Sunday - 19th June - A short of about 3
miles in the Waterhall area of Milton
Keynes. Walk is mostly riverside and flat.
Start at 10.30 from car park.
Parking - Irish Centre/Rugby Club, Manor
Fields, Watling Street, Fenny Stratford, MK2 2HX
From McDonalds roundabout on A5, go along
Watling Street, turn left, signed Irish
Centre/Rugby Club (opposite Dobbies Garden Centre)
Drive passed these, bear left to end of parking
area.
Apres Walk: Dobbies cafe if you
wish.
Leader - Penny
Thursday 23rd - 7.5 miles - Lidlington
-
Leave TVH at 9.30 to commence walk from
Lidlington at 10.00
Meet at Bye Road, MK43 ORU , meet at top end
and near Chiltern Close, where more space is available.
Brunch stop during walk.
Leader - Tony P.
Saturday 25th - 6 miles -
Woburn/Woburn Sands - meet 10am
Woburn Car Park. - let Tony know if eating
at Fir Tree part way, otherwise picnic.
Leader - Tony M - 01525 872669 -
mob 07751 776475
Thursday 30th - 3 miles - Ashridge
It will be about three miles and very easy (no nasty hills!) Rosemary and I will be at Toddington Village Hall until 9.30 to give anyone a lift who needs one. We will then all meet at the Ashridge obelisk at about 10.10 and after the walk there will be coffee at the N.T. cafe. Looking forward to seeing you on 30th.-
It will be about three miles and very easy (no nasty hills!) Rosemary and I will be at Toddington Village Hall until 9.30 to give anyone a lift who needs one. We will then all meet at the Ashridge obelisk at about 10.10 and after the walk there will be coffee at the N.T. cafe. Looking forward to seeing you on 30th.-
Leader - Linda -
MAY WALKS PROGRAMME
What a great month we have to look forward to, 8 walks on our programme and finally a few days at Lulworth for many.
Thursday 5th - 7 miles - Lilley - Meet 10 am - This 7 mile walk will start at 10 am from the end of Warden Hill Road, Luton, Post Code LU2 7AE. Past Cardinal Newman School on your left. At the end of the road bear left, there is a parking area. It’s not huge so car share if you can. We will stop at the church in Lilley for lunch. Hopefully sitting in the sun on the benches. Hope to see you there.
Leader - Sue -
Saturday 7th - 6.5 miles - Maulden Woods -
The walk remains at Maulden
Meet at TVH at 9.30 but walk will start from the top of Church Road in Maulden at 10 am
We will stop in Kingswood for your own refreshments
Leader - Tony M.Thursday 12th - 7 miles - Preston - Meet 9.30 TVH - check with Brenda for parking if going to start. Picnic before end.
Leaders - Brenda and David -
Saturday 14th May - 6 miles - Tea Green LU2 8PS Pub Lunch if you wish
Leader Lynn
Leader Lynn
Sunday 15th - A second attempt for a Sunday afternoon walk.Blows Downs, Dunstable. 3.5 miles on the lower levels of the Downs. Some great views on a clear day.
Meet 1.30 pm outside NEXT on the White Lion Retail Park, Boscombe Road, Dunstable. Postcode LU5 4WL 4 hours free parking. (in the correct car park)
An early start will mean we finish in time for an afternoon cuppa at Priory View.
Leaders - Nita -
Yvonne -
Thursday 19th - 6.5 miles - Aspley Woods - Meet 10 am
Longslade Lane Car Park. Picnic lunch after coffee stop.
Leader - Tony R -
Saturday 21st - 6 miles - Local Toddington walk - Meet 9.30 TVH
Leader - Tony M -
Thursday 26th - 7 miles - Ridgmont - Meet 9.30 TVH or outside
Rose & Crown PH, MK43 0TY - ready to commence walking at 10 am
Please park considerably in Village. Brunch stop during the walk.
Leader - Tony P 3 - a.price887@ntlworld.com
Saturday 28th
- 7-8 miles circular walk - Old Warden - Meet 10 am at Old
Warden Village Hall, Bedford Road, SG18 9HB, where there is parking.
Picnic lunch.
Leader - Jill B -
Monday 30th – Off to Lulworth for our club holiday. (there are a small number of places for the Elan Valley holiday in 2023: contact Sue Fox if interested)
APRIL WALKS PROGRAMME
Sunday 3rd - 3
miles - Clophill - History of the High Street -
On the A6 at Clophill turn Right into Back
Street and Right again into Readshill.
Please park towards the bottom. Meet at 10.30 am
Leader - Nita
Thursday 7th - 8 miles - Studham - Meet TVH ready to leave
at 9.30 or meet at the car park at
TL026155 by 10 am. If you are going straight there, please let Ruth know. If road through Studham is still closed, divert along Buckwood Lane, 2 o clock at Whipsnade roundabout, then first right.
Leader - Ruth
Saturday 9th - City
of London Walk - All details were sent in emails on 7th February and 1st March. by
Kate
Thursday 14th - 4 - 5
miles - Ampthill to Kingswood - Bluebell walk
Meet 10 am Ampthill West Car Park
Leaders - Maureen and Malcolm
Thursday 21st - 5 - 6
miles - Millbrook /Lidlington - Meet 10 am
Over bumps to Millbrook, turn left at T
junction into Station Lane, car park on Left
before Proving Ground.
Leader - Nita
Saturday 23rd - 6.5
miles - Woburn to Woburn Sands -
Meet TVH 9.30. - Fir Tree halfway
round. - Let Tony know if you are eating in
the Fir Tree, otherwise picnic.
Leader - Tony M
Thursday 28th - 7
miles - Clophill
Meet TVH @ 9.30, or Clophill village
green. MK45 4AD ready to commence walking at 10 am.
Parking beside village green or on High St, please be aware of parking restrictions on one side of the village green
Parking beside village green or on High St, please be aware of parking restrictions on one side of the village green
Brunch stop during the
walk.
Leader Tony P
MARCH WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 3rd March
Priory Park / Danish Camp, WillingtonPark at Priory Country Park, Visitors Centre, Barkers Lane, Bedford, MK41 9DJ Start at 10.30 amWe will take a riverside walk, via Castle Mill Lock, where we will stop for a short coffee break. Then onto Danish Camp where we can have lunch in the very nice café overlooking the River Ouse. Menus attached. We will get your choices on the day prior to starting the walk or preferably, to save time on the day, let Sue know beforehand of your choiceUnfortunately you can’t eat your own food at the Danish Camp, but it is fine to just have coffee/tea in the café and find somewhere along the way to have your picnic.We will return along the cycle track to Priory Park. Priory Park to Danish Camp: approx. 3+ miles, about 2 hours. Danish Camp to Priory Park: approx. 2 miles, 1¼ hours You could arrange cars with someone if you feel this is too far and would like to walk one way from Priory Country Park to Danish Camp and have lunch. Contacts: Sue Fox &Penny Jamieson
Saturday 5th March - 9 miles - Little Gaddesden and Golden Valley
We will walk through Golden Valley to Frithden then through woods and
fields to the Ashridge Monument then back through Sallow Copse to Golden
Valley.
There will be a morning coffee break, and a picnic lunch at the
Monument:
You could buy lunch at the cafe but the queue can often be quite long.
Start at the car park on the West side of the road through Little
Gaddesden, opposite the B road to Hudnall, GR997128, at 10 am.
The car park is small, so car share if you can
I will be at Toddington Village Hall car park ready to leave at 9.30 where
we can arrange transport.
If you are going straight there let me know.
If you are going straight there let me know.
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 10th March- 5 - 6 miles
- Baldock - Meet 10 am London Road +
Chiltern Road. Postcode SG7 6LU - Pub or Fish and Chip shop.at end
Leader - John -
Saturday 12th March - 6 miles -
Maulden Church to Ampthill - Meet 9.30 am TVH
Walk start 9.45 Maulden Church, Church Road.: Coffee stop at the Hub
Leader - Tony M.
Thursday 17th March - 4 miles - -Sundon Hills
Start 10 am from Sundon Hills Country Park car park
Leader - Tony R
Saturday 19th March - 9 miles -
Stagsden/Turvey - Picnic lunch
Start Point By Stagsden Church.
Parking opposite entrance to Brown's Farm
Shop (Postcode MK43 8SH)
Start Time 10 am
Leaders - Bob and Celia
Sunday 20th March
A Go-Easy walk for a Sunday
morning. Start time: 10.30
am
Park at recreation ground car park next to the entrance to Aspley Guise & Woburn Sands Golf Club, West Hill, Aspley Guise, MK17 8DX.
The walk is about 3 ½ miles & is a mixture of
woods, fields & urban areas, on tracks, field paths &
pavements. Leader - Penny
Thursday 24th March -- This walk will be at Flaunden and about 6 miles long.
Start time 10.30am, Parking on the road Flaunden Hill HP3 0PP adjacent to phone
box, bring packed lunch. There are 2 steep hills and will be muddy in parts.
Leaders - Wendy and Richard -
Thursday 31st March- Toddington short walk
10.30 am from Village Hall -
Led by Cathy
First Aid Course 1.00 pm
in Village Hall
Picnic lunch for walkers and non-walkers
12.30 in Village Hall
Full details were sent by email to members on
12th FebruaryFEBRUARY WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 3rd February
Sundon Hills to the Clappers & back 5 miles
This walk will commence form Sundon Hills car park at 10.00 am (Grid Ref
TL 047285)
There will be a coffee stop part way through the walk but no lunch stop is
planned
Leader Tony R
Sunday 6 February – Go Easy
Walk
Lodge Lake/Loughton. About 3½ miles, 1½+ hours. All on hard surfaces.
Meet at 10.30 at Lodge Lake CP, Bradwell Road, Milton Keynes. Bradwell Road is off the H4 (Dansteed Way) and is signed to the National Badminton Centre. The Car Park is on right just before you get to Badminton Centre on the opposite side of the road. (Badminton Centre Postcode: MK8 9LA.) If you come along the A5 dual carriage way, take the exit signed to National Badminton Centre and follow the shuttlecock signs. The car park is small’ish, therefore car sharing recommended. Please arrange lifts amongst yourselves. Walk start 9.45.am
Walk starts off round the small lake to Loughton Valley Park and on to the ancient village of Loughton, then passes the equestrian centre. There are pretty views across the fields to the City centre.
Leader Penny Link to Car Park: https://goo.gl/maps/h2uWm3uBGajXnQXy6
Lodge Lake/Loughton. About 3½ miles, 1½+ hours. All on hard surfaces.
Meet at 10.30 at Lodge Lake CP, Bradwell Road, Milton Keynes. Bradwell Road is off the H4 (Dansteed Way) and is signed to the National Badminton Centre. The Car Park is on right just before you get to Badminton Centre on the opposite side of the road. (Badminton Centre Postcode: MK8 9LA.) If you come along the A5 dual carriage way, take the exit signed to National Badminton Centre and follow the shuttlecock signs. The car park is small’ish, therefore car sharing recommended. Please arrange lifts amongst yourselves. Walk start 9.45.am
Walk starts off round the small lake to Loughton Valley Park and on to the ancient village of Loughton, then passes the equestrian centre. There are pretty views across the fields to the City centre.
Leader Penny Link to Car Park: https://goo.gl/maps/h2uWm3uBGajXnQXy6
Thursday 10th February
Aspley Heath walk
This walk will commence
at the lay-by car park between Woburn & Woburn Sands on the left hand side
coming from Woburn (1.25 miles from Woburn) at 10.00 am
This car park
sometimes gets a lot of off-road cyclists so car share if possible & park
off the road on the parking area
There will be a coffee stop but no lunch
stop
The distance is 4 miles but could be extended if
we get a nice warm sunny day
Leader Tony R
Saturday 12th FebruaryAmpthill/Maulden 7 miles with picnic stop. Start walk at 10.00, meeting in Ampthill on the corner of Saunders Piece and Cornwall Road. Street parking available in Saunders Piece and Lea Road. Link to location on Google Maps https://goo.gl/maps/V9BKrn519R13PkiW9For any further information phone Sharon.
Thursday 17th FebruaryWrest Park / Gravenhurst 4.5 miles with Cafe at end This walk will go from Wrest Park to Shillington via Gravenhurst & back. It will be 5.5 miles in length & led by Jennie & Ged
Some parts are muddy so poles could be helpful. We will have a coffee / banana break at Shillington church to admire the viewsMeet at 10 am in Wrest Park to commence walk
Parking is limited outside Capability House so you may have to park on the grass outside the entrance to Wrest Park cafe *
*Jennie is not sure if you have to be a member to use the coffee shop here, so bring your EH membership card if you have one.
Led by Jenny & Ged
Saturday 19th FebruaryToddington / Fancott 3.5
miles with Cafe at end Walk start 9.30 am TVHLed by Tony M
Please let Tony know if you intend to go to the cafe.
Sunday 20th February – Go Easy walk led by Yvonne & Nita CANCELLED
Well here it is, the first Sunday afternoon
short walk.
Blows Downs, Dunstable. 3.5 mile walk on the
lower levels of the Downs.
Some great views on a clear day.
Meet 1.30 pm outside NEXT on the White Lion
Retail Park, Boscombe Rd, Dunstable. Postcode LU5 4WL.
An early start will mean we finish in time for
an afternoon cuppa at Priory View.
Thursday 24th FebruaryToddington - 7 miles 9.30 am TVH Led by Cathy
There will NOT be a picnic as there is no suitable place, However there will be a coffee stop.
JANUARY WALKS
PROGRAMME
Sunday 1st January - NEW YEARS DAY WALK - 4.5 miles Harlington
Walk off New Year’s Eve excess off & finish in time for lunch at home
Meet at TVH 10.45 Start HVH 11.00 am prompt Tony R
SUNDAY 9th January - Go Easy Walk - 3-4 miles in Ampthill
Park.
Optional snack or coffee at The Hub
Meet TVH 10.00 am to start walk from West Car Park at 10.30 am
Hopeful this might appeal to those who have very little to do on a Sunday,
so let's give it a try.
Leader - Nita
Thursday 13th January - Walk 1 3 - 4 mile walk at Priory Lake,
Bedford
Meet TVH 10.00 am to start walk from the Totem Pole at Priory Lake at
10.30 am
Optional snack or coffee at the cafe.
Leader - Nita
Thursday 13th January - Walk 2 7 mile walk - Woburn
This will be the elephant walk again: it is grassy or well drained under foot, only a small part that has any potential for mud. Meet TVH at 9.20 am ready to leave at 9.30 am . or at Woburn Car Park at
9.45 am
Just turn up on the day. bring a drink and a snack
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 20th January 4 mile walk Streatley
Meet at layby on Church Rd, near allotments Walk start 10 am
Leader - Hilary
Sunday 23rd January
Marston Moreteyne Forest Centre
Leader Nita details to follow
Thursday 27th January - 3 - 4 mile walk - College Lake
This walk walk will start from Startop.s End Reservoir car park, POST CODE
HP23 4LJ
There is a £4 all day car park charge. Meet 10.00 am
Leaders - Yvonne & Beryl
DECEMBER WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 2nd December - Go Easy Walk - 9.30 TVH or 10.00 Great Brickhill.
I will be going straight to Great Brickhill Meet at bus shelter opposite Old Red Lion Pub (MK17 9AH) Roadside parking along Lower Way.
Walk - About 3.5 - 4 miles along tracks, canal and fields. Option to go to Old Red Lion PH, nothing booked, PennyNo need to let me know whether or not you are coming.
Sunday 5th December Pre Christmas Carvery lunch walk
Cathy and Neil Tabor will be leading the walk before lunch. Approx. five miles. Park in the Club car park and be ready to start the walk at 9.45 am.
Note the address for the club is Dunstable Downs Golf Club, Kensworth, Dunstable LU6 2NBFrom Dunstable centre take West St., then left up Whipsnade Rd. The club is then on your left after 0.7 milesPlease be very aware of the 20 mph speed limit in the Dunstable area.
Any queries please contact NitaFollowed by Christmas Lunch at Club House - 12.30 for 1.00 pm
NOTE THE MEETING TIME FOR LUNCH IS 12.30 PM NOT 12 NOON AS PREVIOUSLY STATED
(see events page for lunch details)
Thursday 9th December - Leave TVH at 9.20 am
Walk starts from Ouzel Valley car park MK10 9JZ at 9.50 am
Milton Keynes 6 1/2 miles No lunch but take snack
Leader - Tony R
Thursday 16th December -
Woburn to Woburn Sands and back – 7 miles
Meet at TVH 9.30 am
Walk start from Woburn car park at about 9.45 am
Lunch at The Fir Tree (half way round) in Woburn Sands
If you require lunch please let Tony M know in advance so that he can inform the pub.
Leader - Tony M. -
Sunday 26th December - BOXING DAY WALK - 5 miles - Toddington/Tebworth
Starting Toddington Village Hall, ready to leave at 9.30. No need to book.
The antidote to Christmas Pudding. Mostly on grass, and hopefully avoiding too much mud.
Be warned there are lots of stiles. Wear an Xmas hat if you have one! bring hot drink and
small snack.
Leader - Ruth -
NOVEMBER WALKS
PROGRAMME
Thursday 4th November - 7 mile walk
- Billington - Snack and drink for 'banana time'
Leave TVH at 9.30 or meet at Billington
at 9.45, Hill View Lane GR 938229 This is a curved residential street with plenty of parking bays, opposite
a farm shop on the A440.
Either turn off the McDonald's roundabout on the A505 Leighton
Buzzard bypass, and Hill View Lane is on
your right, or come down Stanbridge Road and turn right onto the A440 and the
street is on your left.
Leader - Ruth
Saturday 6th November - 6 -7 mile
walk - Pulloxhill - Pub option -
Meet 9.30 TVH or 9.50 Pulloxhill.
Please meet by the church on Church Rd,
Pulloxhill, Bedford MK45 5HD. There is parking on the road nearby. Please let me
know if anyone needs a lift from Toddington.
After the walk there is the option for lunch at the Cross Keys but I have not
made a reservation.
The walk may be muddy in places if it rains.
Leader - Jill
Thursday 11th November - 5.5 mile
walk - Maulden Woods - Pub (Numbers needed so contact leader if having
lunch)
Meet 9.30 TVH or 9.45 George Pub car
park.
Leader - Tony M.
Saturday 13th November - 9 mile walk
- Three Locks - Picnic and cafe
Meet 10 am Three Locks Car Park OS ref
SP892284
Walk will be along canal towards Leighton
Buzzard to join Greensand Ridge Walk, follow to Rushmere Park for lunch..
Picnic tables and a cafe for hot dinks
Continue to Stockgrove and back passing
Paper Mill Farm.
Leaders - Bob and Celia
Thursday 18th November - 7.5 mile
walk - Barton/Hexton
Leave TVH at 9.30 or Barton 10 am
Stop for brunch
Meet Recreation ground. Old Road,
Barton-le-Clay, MK45 4LB where parking is available.
Leader - Tony P.
Saturday 20th November -
I will do a 6-7mile circular walk
from Kimpton. If anyone wants to have lunch afterwards in The Boot and
use their car park, please arrange that with the pub first but they have
always allowed us to use the car park before so hopefully they will
again. I will have to shoot off after the walk, I'm afraid, so I won't
be able to join you.
For
those of us not pubbing, we will have to park considerately along the
street but I suggest we meet by the pub car park anyway, ready to start
out as soon as close to 10 am as possible. – Lynn
Thursday 25th November - 5 mile walk
- Stewartby - Lunch - The Kiln
Starting at 10 am from The Kiln Café, Stewartby. OS Ref. TL020423
From the middle of Ampthill, take the B530 towards Bedford. In 2.2 miles turn left (signed Stewartby). Go under the railway bridge, straight over the first round-about and just before the second round-about turn right into the car park. You will see The Kiln sign high on the building which is behind the Stewartby shop. (Please do not park at The Kiln if you are not planning to have lunch there. There is a small car park to the right of the shop or parking on the roadside.)
We need to pre-order food before we start walking. We will have a separate, huge, indoor dining area at the Café to ourselves.
The walk will be through part of the Forest Centre to Millbrook Station and then, after a road walk, we will head across fields with expansive views of the Covanta Incinerator, returning to Stewartby via several tunnels under the two railways.Leader - Beryl
Saturday 27th November - 7 mile walk
- Toddington/Chalgrave - Cafe at end
Leader - Tony M
OCTOBER WALKS
PROGRAMME
Saturday 2nd October - 5.5
mile walk - Harlington & Westoning - coffee stop - no
lunch
Start at 9.45 am from Harlington V.H car park
(may be crowded due to football, so car share if possible)
Leader - Tony R
Thursday 7th October - 5
mile walk - Offley - No lunch arranged
Meet 9.30 am TVH or 10 am near to Red Lion
Pub. Do not use pub car park unless having
lunch.
Leaders - Brenda and David
Contact Brenda -
Saturday 9th October -
5.5 miles - Toddington -
Meet 9.30 am TVH
Leader - Tony M -
Thursday 14th October -
7.5 mile walk - Lidlington - Leave TVH at 9.30 to commence walk from Lidlington at 10.00 am. - Meet at Lidlington
train station beside Bletchley entrance -
stop for brunch.
Parking available in Bye Rd MK43 0RU, park
up top end near Chiltern Close where more space is available.
Leader - Tony P -
Saturday 16th October - 5
mile walk - Flitwick to Steppingley - parking details to
follow
Leader - Nita
Thursday 21st October -
4.5 mile walk - Stockwood Park, Luton - picnic or cafe at
end
10 am start - parking details to
follow
This is a gentle walk in Stockwood Park,
including the Discovery Centre and Gardens
The cafe does not serve hot food but there are
hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, rolls and
cakes (scones and cream are delicious!)
Leaders - Yvonne and Beryl
Proceed southwards down the M1. Leave at Junction 10 and travel along the Spur Road. Keep in the left hand lane and leave at the first run off.
At the round-about, go straight ahead along London Road towards Luton Town Centre. At the first traffic lights turn left towards Stockwood Park Golf Centre.
Follow the road round to the right, then keep to the right. The road ends at the Car Park. There is no charge.Maximum 14 walkers -
Contact Yvonne
Saturday 23rd October
The route I have planned is a
little over 7 miles but we can extend to include going up Ivinghoe
Beacon if the weather’s good and people want to.
There are a couple of steeper climbs but there are no stiles and if it’s a nice day, there should be some lovely views of course.
There are a couple of steeper climbs but there are no stiles and if it’s a nice day, there should be some lovely views of course.
I
will meet everyone at the Ivinghoe Beacon NT car park on Beacon Road,
which is the road off the B489 to Ringshall, ready to walk at 10 am. It
will be a picnic lunch.
If anyone wants to go but needs a lift, please let me know – Lynn 07944 568489
Thursday 28th October -
This walk will be Apsley Heath/Bow Brickhill and be about 6 miles in length
It will have a picnic break part way through the walk which will start at 10 am from the car park on New Wavenden Heath GR SP924336 Nearest PC MK17 9HZ
Leader - Tony R - 6 mile walk - Apsley Heath/Bow Brickhill - PicnicStart at 10 am from car park on New Wavenden Heath GR SP924336 Nearest Post Code MK17 9HZ
Leader - Tony R
Saturday 30th October
7 mile walk - Woburn/Woburn Sands - Pub or Cafe
Meet 9.30 am TVH or 9.45 am Woburn car park
Leader - Tony M SEPTEMBER WALKS PROGRAMME
Thursday 2nd September - 7 - 8 mile walk -
Totternhoe to Eaton Bray
Meet at TVH car park at 9.20 to arrange car share if desired, or the
National Trust car park at Totternhoe Knolls at 9.45. - Coffee
break, and a picnic.
No need to book turn up on the day. If terrain is dry we will
go on some steep parts with rough grassland, if wet these will be
avoided.
Exact route yet to be decided.!!!
Leader - Ruth
Thursday 9th September - 5 mile walk -
Henlow/Langford - picnic
Meet 10am at Gardeners Lane car park, Henlow SG16 6DJ
Leader - John 
Thursday 16th September - 8 mile walk -
Ampthill/Houghton Conquest - Meet 10 am Ampthill Park, main car park.
- Optional coffee stop at Wooden Hills near end of the walk.
Leader - Sharon
Saturday 18th September - 4 mile walk -
Millbrook Circular (Reverse of June walk)
Meet 10 am - Turn Left at Millbrook Proving Ground to park. -
number of walkers is 14
Leader - Nita
Thursday 23rd September - Train/Walk with option
for breakfast before train trip
Breakfast and train departure at Ridgmont Station - 4 - 5 mile walk
from Woburn Sands to Ridgmont via Aspley Guise.
Leaders - Penny & Beryl (Penny is the contact for this walk)
Maximum number of walkers is
14
Saturday 25th September - 8.5 mile walk -
Wheathampstead - Leave TVH 9.30
to commence walk from Wheathampstead at 10 am. - Stop for Brunch
-
Meet East Lane car park, AL4 8SB located behind Miller & Carter
pub, no charge for parking
Please use second car park in East Lane and not the pub
Unlimited Walkers
Leader - Tony P
Thursday 30th September - 7.5 mile walk -
Woburn/Potsgrove - Leave TVH 9.30 commence walking from Woburn Car
Park (opp Church) 10 am
Brunch at Potsgrove Church Unlimited
Walkers
Leader - Tony P
WALKS FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST
Thursday 5th August - 7 mile walk
- Woburn Sands/Wavendon - Meet 10 am Shoppers Car Park off Russell Street, Woburn Sands (free parking)
- coffee break and
picnic
Wear stout footwear for mud, long grass and stinging nettles.
Also
difficult stiles - (not for the faint hearted.) Limited to 14
Leaders - Beryl and Brenda
Thursday 12th August - 6.5 mile walk
- Toddington/Wingfeld/Chalgrave - Meet 9.30 am Toddington V.H.- cafe at end - Unlimited
Leader - Tony M
Saturday 14th August - 6 mile circular walk from Pepperstock - Meet 10.00 am at HARPERS COFFEE
SHOP. Post Code LU1 4LL Park at far side of Parking area.
Directions - M1 South - J10 A ( Airport ) - Harpenden Road A1081. Second
right turn into HALF MOON LANE. Cross over M1 - 1st left to Harpers, or A6 to Stockwood Park Roundabout then as above. Lots of long grass and nettles !!
It would be nice if you could stay for a light lunch as we are parking
there.
Leader - Nita - Limited to 14
Thursday 19th August - 5 mile walk
- Pulloxhill - Meet 10 am 15 Home Farm Way, Westoning
Leaders - Maureen and Malcolm Limited to 14
Saturday 21st August - mileage to
follow - Harlington/Flitwick - Meet 10 am Harlington V.H. -
There will be a shorter option when
walkers can catch a train back. coffee break
and picnic
Leaders - Sue and Graeme Limited to 14
Thursday 26th August - Upper Sundon 6 miles - Meet 10 am Harlington V.H.
Pub Lunch with Picnic alternative.
Leader - Sue Limited to 14
Saturday 28th August - 5.5 mile walk
- Stockgrove - Meet 9 am Check parking with leader. Ideally we will park for free at
the area on the right just past the car park entrance where the footpaths
commence..
If full park in the carpark for £4 for 3
hours- lunch at end - Unlimited
Leader - Tony M
WALKS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY
Thursday 1st July - 4 mile walk - Flitwick - Meet 10 am -
check parking with leader
Leader - Joan -
Saturday 10th July - 6.5 mile walk - Marston Moretaine
Millenium Walk
Meet 10 am - Forest Centre Car Park (need to pay) - coffee/banana
break -Cafe at end.
Leaders - Mike and Sheila
Thursday - 15th July - 6 mile walk - Woburn Deer Park - Meet
10 am
Park opposite Church
Leader - Sharon -
Saturday 17th July - BIGGLESWADE COMMON and RSPB SANDY 5 miles
Park at Dan Albone car park Biggleswade: Start at 10.30 am. Lunch at RSPB gardens
Leader - Nita -
Thursday 22nd July - 7 mile walk - Toddington - Meet 9.45
Toddington Village Hall - Coffee break
Leader - Tony P.
Thursday 29th July - 6 mile walk - Kimpton - Meet 10 am -
Parking details to follow.
Leaders - Debbie and Nick -
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