Programme of events

Walk from Asda Dunstable via Houghton Quarry continue the Icknield Way over new A5/M1 link road. Some gentle ascents/descents, possibility of stiles
Refreshments available in Toddington

09.00 F77 bus to Stoke Hammond. Walk to Toddington via Gt Brickhill, Woburn, Tingrith. Bus back to Dunstable.

Linear walk between Berkhamsted and Tring using bus or train for outward or return leg.

Along the Downs  hopefully with the chance of seeing a carpet of bluebells, but will have some ups and downs.

Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two...

Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters

Join us for a three night trip to Wales over the bank holiday staying at Greenham Backpackers Chepstow.
See http://www.greenmanbackpackers.co.uk/chepstow-accommodation.  Although called a backpackers Greenmans looks quite smart and has some en-suite rooms as well as dormitory accommodation and does Bed and Breakfast (continental).  We do not have exclusive use so early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.  Walking along the river Wye.  Tintern abbey is nearby.

Olwen says "lets go and discover what blue bell delights there are in Ashridge".

Walk Leader needed.

Catching the 9.30am 757 from the airport to the top of Hendon Way. Walking through Golders Hill park,The Hill up  onto Hampstead Heath then following the footpath to Parliament Hill where we catch a C4/11 back to Finchley Rd coach stop to catch the 757 back to the interchange,where we catch a bus back to Dunstable. Classed a medium walk with some  hills. Note there is as nice cafe in Golders Hill Park for refreshments. Meet 8.50am Winston Churchill bus stop to catch the 9am A bus to the airport.

08.48 35 bus to Markyate. Walk back to Dunstable.

This three week tour from Sat 12 May - Sun 3 June, will explore the North-West Coast of Scotland, and the islands of Skye, Harris and Lewis. Accommodation will be in hostels and bunkhouses, and transport will be by car (car sharing will be available). The tour starts in Portree and North Skye (Trotternish) and then goes to the Outer Hebrides, with stops at Tarbet and Stornaway, returning from there to the mainland at Ullapool. The tour then works north through Assynt to the most north-westerly point on the Scottish mainland at Cape Wrath, before heading homewards, with two nights in Inverness, and a stop at Kirk Yelton on the English border. If you can't spare (or afford) three weeks you can always come for part of the tour - Ullapool could be a good place to join or leave. Please contact Don soon if you want to join the trip.

Circular walk from the Bridgewater Monument following the way-marked route.

Alan will be leading this walk in and around Clophill which will include a stop at the homely Stone Jug pub.

Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two...

Today's walk starts in Studham and will include Goose Hatch, Beechwood School, Jockey End and Clements End.   If you are not interested in the royal wedding or the cup final then come and join me on this lovely walk.  We can always raise a glass or two in the Red Lion at Studham.

Circular walk from Sundon Hills taking in Streatley, Hexton, Barton, Sharpenhoe.

A challenging walk along the West Highland Way 95 miles. The  cost will be around £1000 for eight nights + rail fares etc. Further details from web site http://www.mickledore.co.uk.

09.02 A bus to Luton Interchange. 09.40 321 bus to Childwickbury. Walk via Heartwood Forest and Wheathampstead to Luton Interchage to catch busway bus back to Dunstable.

A Mexican-Themed Evening at Dunstable College Restaurant.  Cost is £19.00 per head (plus a £1.00 tip/donation).  This event is expected to be fully booked soon and the food is expected to be excellent.  Please notify Peter Jackson if you want to book and please commit to the booking.  Contact Peter ASAP and by April 26th deadline.  Meal starts 7.30pm (arrive a little earlier to get a drink).

Unfortunately I have planned this walk when I will be in Scotland. If anybody would like to lead this walk please let me know. Alternatively, I will have to reschedule it to a later date.
Alan will be taking us on a visit to the famous National Trust Property at Stowe. There you can enjoy: 750 acres of parkland, a huge sale of second-hand books, and cream teas etc. in the New Inn visitor centre.  If you are NT members, remember your passes because cost of entry is £12 each and parking is £2. We will be making an earlier start for the 50 minute, 32 mile drive (satnav MK18 5EQ).

Starting from Wrest Park over to Higher Gobian. Refreshments at Wrest Park at the end will be available.

Plenty of hills on this walk and some stiles. Edlesborough, Ivinghoe Beacon, Monument Cafe (cream scone if required!), Aldbury, Pitstone Hill, Ivinghoe.
61 bus Dunstable/Edlesborough 9.17 a.m.
61 bus Ivinghoe/Dunstable 2.45 p.m.

Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two...

Houghton Hall Park, Early summer afternoon walk/picnic

We will walk round the park and adjacent areas for about 3 miles, to see the newly developed/landscaped market gardens and parkland. Picnic in the park (bring contributions) + go to the new visitor centre for tea/coffee/cold drinks/cakes with the option of extending the walk afterwards.

Meet at 2pm at the cricket pavilion on Houghton Hall Village Green (park in road on side of park) - if you need a lift there phone Peter

Starting at Wheathamstead we will walk through Ayots and Brocket Hall before following the river Lea back to our start.

09.17 61 bus to Bulbourne. Walk to Leighton Buzzard via Wilstone, Long Marston, Wingrave and Wing. Catch 70 or F70 bus back to Dunstable.

Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters

Circular walk from Ampthill Park taking in Marston Vale Visitor Centre.

A circular walk from Offley taking in the three springs. A medium walk with gentle hills but it can get muddy in several places. Possible pub stop at the end. Meet 10am Yum Yum car park. If you wish to meet elsewhere please call Sylvia. We return about 1-2 pm depending on the time in pub.

Catching a bus from Dunstable to Milton Keynes to pick up the X5 to Oxford, where we can spend time doing what we please. Catching the X5 back to Milton Keynes to pick a connection home. Meet High St North  bus stop at 8.20am to pick up the No F70  8.30am bus to Milton Keynes. Return time and walking distance will depend on what we do.

Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two...

An easy paced walk from Cholesbury Common to Hawridge, Ashendon and Bellingdon. Starting with a visit to Cholesbury Camp. Park in Wilkinson car park which is behind Salvation Army Centre.

Circular walk between Redbourn and Sandridge taking in Rothamsted and Heartwood Forest.

09.02 A bus to Luton Interchange. 09.40 321 bus to Hatching Green/Harpenden Common. Walk via Rothamsted, Flamstead and Markyate back to Dunstable.

Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters

Circular walk from Whieleaf Hill taking in Loosley Row, Hempton Wainhill, Bledlow, Princes Risborough.

A day trip to the fantastic Kew Gardens which will involve plenty of walking.  Entry cost is around £16.00 for the day.  Bring picnic packed lunch/or cafe available.  Please contact Sheila who is organising this as a group trip.  Travel will depend on numbers going - please notify Sheila ASAP to register your interest.

An easy paced ramble around Shuttleworth  College, going to Ichwell, Northill and Old Warden.

Stopsley, Great Offley, Lilley, Warden Hills back to Barton Road (Bramingham area Luton) Some ups and downs and stiles. Busway to Interchange then 12 bus to Stopsley. Several options on return route.

Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two...

An attractive short and fairly level walk based on the old River Ivel Navigation Channel. The view at Cockshoot  hill is "one of the best over the Ivel Valley". We walk between Shefford and Stanford an area which provides food for many fish, insects, birds and mammals (I can't guarantee otters, stoats, weasels, or kingfishers ). There is the possibility of a pub stop along the way.

Circular walk from Selsey Drive taking in Great Offley, Preston, Breachwood Green, Cockernhoe.

A summer trip to the river Wye and Snowdonia. We will be based in the Blue Bell Inn Llangurig http://www.bluebell-inn.co.uk . There are two trails to walk: The North Wye Valley Way and Glyndwr’s Way. We will also spend a day at Aberystwyth walking the coastline and maybe taking a trip on the Vale of Rheidol Railway. For those who want to include the visit to the Snowdonia National Park, we then move on to YHA Llanberis hostel. Alternatively, you will be making your own B&B/YHA arrangements. If you want to go to the top of Snowdon you can decide whether you want to take a climbing route or go up by the railway. The dates for the trip are: Llangurig Sat 21 Jul departing Sat 28 Jul and Llanberis 28 Jul departing Weds 1 Aug 2018. The Bluebell Inn web site and the Boggie’s Facebook page will give more information and photographs. For example alternative bunkhouse or camping accommodation is available at Woodhouse Farm Pant-y-dwr http://www.bunkhousemidwales.co.uk.  Visit the YHA website to book at Llanberis YHA for the Snowdon part of the trip.

Please bring a home-made or bought item - cake, quiche, salad, fruit etc.  The idea is that each person brings 1 item to share as a 'pot-luck' style.  This keeps the cost low and is a fun way of doing a picnic. Please bring something to sit on (blanket or chair) and a few utensils/a plate/drink.  There will be a walk first - circular around Ashridge, about 5 miles.  Picnic will start near the visitors centre around 1.00pm, finish about 3pm.

I have booked the Cwm Ivy National Trust lodge from 23rd August to 29th August. It is 10 bedded accommodation but there is room  for  campers. ttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/whiteford-and-north-gower/features/cwm-ivy-lodge-bunkhouse   We may be able to squeeze in one or two more. If interested contact Eila.

The Annual General Meeting of the group. Please come along to meet up with your fellow members at this excellent CAMRA recommended pub for a drink and a chat and show your support. It's your chance to make your views known and elect (or volunteer to become) new committee members.

Please notify Olwen of proposals, agenda items and committee nominations, before 16th October.  Olwen secretary: OlwenDavies11@hotmail.co.uk and/or Eila chair: Eila_goss@hotmail.com. Venue: function room at rear of The Victoria, 69 West St, Dunstable LU6 1ST (near the police station).

A relaxed, and easy stroll over to the Downs-Whipsnade area returning to Cliff's house about 1.30pm for a festive social afternoon. Warm mulled wine/beer/beverages with mince pies & nibbles. Cliff is kindly promising walkers a homely Christmas with a log fire, decorations and Christmas tree.  Please notify Cliff if you are attending as it will help with the planning, ask if some food or drink would be welcomed. Some parking is available outside the house. Bring house shoes to change into.

A easy paced circular walk from Dunstable to Houghton Regis chalk pit, Sewell, Eaton Bray, We will be making a pub stop at The White Horse about noon. It serves real ales and offers a nice bar snacks menu.
After a leisurely return via Tottenhoe, we will then join other Boggies in the Gary Cooper for a jolly afternoon. Please advise me if you want to meet us enroute.

This walking-hostelling trip will be from Dec 27th-Dec 31st.   We will stay 4 nights in the newly refurbished Bath YHA. Alternatively, you can make your own arrangements for accommodation. We'll be walking in and around the city and visit pub/restaurants in Bath and Bristol https://www.yha.org.uk/hostel/bath. Please contact Alan soon if you want to book a place, ensuite rooms are limited. We will have a planning meeting nearer the time to organise car-sharing and food/catering.