Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
Ashridge and Berkhamsted
David 07477004170
Walk from the monument in Ashridge taking in Little Gaddesden and Frithsden Beeches before dropping down to Berkhamsted. Then follow GU Canal to leave it at Cow Roast and head for Aldbury and "Heart Attack Hill" back to the cars.
09.30 French's Ave.
About 12 ml. Return about 16.30.
Waterways & Reservoirs
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
Starting at Startops End (parking charge), this slow and largely flat ramble takes in Astrope and Puttenham with a stretch along the Aylesbury Arm and visit to Mead Farm for refreshments.
9.30 Priory school
3.00pm 6.5mls
Gt Offley and Preston
Intermediate day walk
Les Price
07866 858992
07866 858992
A steady paced circular walk from Gt Offley, passing by Wellhead and lunching at Preston, then back to Gt Offley via Ley Green.
9.30 Yum Yum
4.00pm Approx 9mls
Annual General Meeting
Members Meeting
Olwen 07415 334251
Eila 07964291892
Eila 07964291892
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. WE CURRENTLY NEED ANOTHER TREASURER, CHAIRPERSON, AND SECRETARY.
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).
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).
07.45 pm Victoria West St
Finish 10.30
Markyate Circular.
Mikes Midweek Walk
Mike 07594577129
Starting & finishing in Markyate A circular walk on a variety of paths taking in Aley Green, Caddington,Woodside & Pepperstock with a detour to Harpers for refreshments before heading back to Markyate. Classed as a medium walk with a couple of hills. Meet 9.50am West St bus stop to catch the 10.05am No 34 to St Albans. Return 2-3 depending on stop at Harpers.
9.50am West St
2-3pm 5 miles
Childwick Green
David 07477004170
09.10 A busway bus to Luton Interchange for 09.40 321 bus to Childwick Green. Circular walk taking in St Albans and Sandridge. Return via 321 bus and busway.
09.00 at Asda bus stop.
About 11 ml.
Slide Show
Social
Don 01582 601852
Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters
8 p.m. at 2 Chiltern Rd. Dunstable
Court Hill Center near Streatley on Thames
Trip
Julian Clark-Lowes
07979 435856
07979 435856
Julian is planning a trip to The Court Hill Center (which is the former Ridgeway YHA Hostel) on Friday 26th – Sunday 28th October (2 nights) http://courthill.org.uk It should be possible to arrange for twin rooms and some limited single occupancy rooms. The price is £19.50 pppn. There is good walking nearby with the white horse not far off. All rooms have a maximum of 4 beds, they have wash basins but are not en-suite. We have options for food. There is a good self catering kitchen, hostel food (if booked in advance) or a good pub about 3 miles away. We can decide. If you want to come could you send Colin a deposit of £15.
Ampthill and surrounds
Half-day walk
Wendy Hopkins
07712 336318
07712 336318
A half-day walk in and around Ampthill. More detail will be available on the web nearer the time.
Priory school
09.30
09.30
Return about 2pm approx
7 miles
7 miles
Whiteleaf Hill and Great Missenden
David 07477004170
Clocks change. Circular walk in the Chilterns taking in woods and valleys between Whiteleaf Hill and Great Missenden.
09.30 at Yum Yum/Wilko car park.
About 12 ml. Return about 16.30.
Luton/Barton
Medium walk
Chris Morley 07836 310262
John Hannington 07840 819739
John Hannington 07840 819739
Bramingham Park area Luton, Telegraph Hill, Deacon Hill trig point, Pegsdon, Hexton, Barton
9.30 a.m. Winston Churchill bus stop to Interchange
10.20 a.m. 81 bus to Bramingham Park area
Return 81 bus to Luton busway/Dunstable
Ups and downs walk with stiles
Refreshments Pegsdon and Barton
9.30 a.m. Winston Churchill bus stop to Interchange
10.20 a.m. 81 bus to Bramingham Park area
Return 81 bus to Luton busway/Dunstable
Ups and downs walk with stiles
Refreshments Pegsdon and Barton
09.30
7/8 miles
5 p.m.
5 p.m.
Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
Dunstable and beyond.
Leisurely local walk
Sue Jenkins 07443016095
Easy paced circular walk from French's Ave, through the quarry over into Houghton. A trip to Houghton Hall park before returning to the start of the walk.
Meet at French's Ave at 9.30am
Return at 1.30 approx
Distance 5/6 miles.
Distance 5/6 miles.
Sandridge/Heartwood Forest.
David 07477004170
A circular walk from the Heartwood Forest car park in Sandridge. Taking in Smallford, Hatfield, Nomansland.
09.30 Priory school.
About 13 ml. Return about 17.00.
Autumn Colours in Ashridge
Half-day walk
Gill 07903 801203
This walk takes in some of most spectacular woodland during Autumn in Ashridge. The trail includes Lady's Walk, Berkhamstead Common and Ashridge Park. A moderate level walk, mainly flat, with a few inclines. Start and finish at the visitor's centre. Lunch stop at the Brownlow cafe at the end of the walk or bring a packed lunch.
9.30am at Wilko car park (behind the Yum Yum) or 9.50am at the visitor's centre.
6 miles
Ivinghoe Beacon to Dunstable
David 07477004170
09.17 61 bus to Ivinghoe Beacon. Walk back to Dunstable via Ashridge, Whipsnade, Dunstable Downs.
09.10 Lombardo's bus stop, West St.
About 12 ml.
Slide Show
Social
Don 01582 601852
Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters
8 p.m. at 2 Chiltern Rd. Dunstable
Blows Downs Walk
Intermediate walk
Steve 01582731026 07964291892
Steve is repeating this popular walk up and along the Downs. There are some climbs.
9.30 Priory school
14.00 approx 7-8 miles
Around Redbourn
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
The route of this slow ramble crosses Redbourn common to Church End and then crosses the M1 (bridge) to head for Nirvana. Towards the end of the walk a stop can be made for refreshments at the Garden Centre near Redding Wood. One hill.
Note that there is a 12 mile walk also departing from the Yum Yum at the same time. Make sure you join the right walk.
Note that there is a 12 mile walk also departing from the Yum Yum at the same time. Make sure you join the right walk.
9.30 Yum Yum
2.30pm 5.5mls
Flamstead
David 07477004170
Circular walk from Friendless Lane car park in Flamstead. Taking in Gaddesden Row, Briden's Camp, Redbourn.
09.30 Yum Yum/Wilko car park.
About 12 ml. Return about 17.00.
Tring Circular
Mikes Midweek Walk
Mike 07594577129
Starting from Tring Town centre a circular walk taking in variety of paths through Tring Park & surrounding countryside. Classed as a medium to hard walk with a steep hill at the beginning or end. Refreshments available at the start or finish. Meet at 9 am West St bus stop to pick up the 9.17 am No 61A to Aylesbury. Return late afternoon. Distance 6-7 miles.
9 am West St bus stop
6-7 mls Late afternoon
Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
Markyate
Day walk
Steve 07935273417/01582731026
Markyate circular 13 miles. Scenic walk along the Hertfordshire Way through Jockey End to Great Gaddesden returning through Flamstead and along the Chiltern Way.
Priory 9.30
13 miles late afternoon
Barn Dance
Social
Carolyn: 07495 950551
c.cooper47@icloud.com
c.cooper47@icloud.com
Barn Dance - 17th November, 7.30pm at Harlington Village Hall. Please contact Carolyn to book this event. Cost is £15.00 and includes a supper of either fish & chips, chicken & chips or vegetarian (probably spring roll and chips). Colin is NOT taking cheques for this event. Please make cheques out to Carolyn Cooper or pay cash. You can post the money with a note specifying your food choice. Postal address: 28 Bank Avenue, Dunstable LU6 1FR or see Carolyn out on a walk. Deadline is 1st November.
7.30pm
11pm
Great Gaddesden and the Gade Valley
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
Starting at Jockey End, this slow ramble goes via Great Gaddesden (refreshments) and Water End, then climbs to Gaddesden Place and the Golden Parsonage before returning to Jockey End.
9.30 Yum Yum
2.00pm 5mls
Toddington to Leighton Buzzard
David 07477004170
09.42 E bus to Toddington. Walk to Leighton Buzzard via Milton Bryan, Battlesden, Potsgrove, Rushmere Estate. F70/F77 bus back to Dunstable.
09.35 at White Lion bus stop on the busway.
About 12 ml.
Slide Show
Social
Don 01582 601852
Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters
8 p.m. at 2 Chiltern Rd. Dunstable
Ampthill Amble
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
Heading north to Ampthill this slow ramble goes by Ampthill Park to Millbrook, then heads for the ruins of Houghton House, before returning to Ampthill for refreshments.
9.30 French's Avenue
2.30pm 5mls
Gadebridge Park
David 07477004170
Circular walk from Gadebridge Park, Hemel Hempstead. Taking in Potten End, Berkhamsted, GU Canal.
09.30 Yum Yum/Wilko car park.
About 11 ml. Return about 16.30
Luton/Harpenden
Short easy walk
Chris Morley 07836 310262
John Hannington 07840 819739
John Hannington 07840 819739
9 a.m. Winston Churchill bus stop..
Busway to Luton Interchange
Follow the Lea Valley walk Luton to Batford then walk into Harpenden or possible bus option.
321 to Luton/busway Dunstable
Refreshments Harpenden
Busway to Luton Interchange
Follow the Lea Valley walk Luton to Batford then walk into Harpenden or possible bus option.
321 to Luton/busway Dunstable
Refreshments Harpenden
09.00
5/6 miles
Mid afternoon
Mid afternoon
Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
Studham
David 07477004170
Circular walk from Studham. Taking in Dagnall, Ashridge, Hudnall.
09.30 French's Ave.
About 12 ml. Return about 16.30.
Brocket Hall and River Lea
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
A slow ramble commencing in Wheathampstead. We visit Devils Dyke, Coleman Green and Brocket Park, and then follow the River Lea back to Wheathampstead for refreshments.
9.30 Priory school
2.30pm 6mls
Chalton and Toddington
Intermediate walk
Les Price
07866 858992
07866 858992
A steady paced circular walk from Chalton, passing through Upper Sundon and lunching at Toddington, then back to Chalton via Chalgrave manor.
9.30 Yum Yum
Return 3pm, approx. 8mls
Edlesborough to Leighton Buzzard
David 07477004170
09.17 61 bus to Edlesborough. Walk to Leighton Buzzard via Ivinghoe, Cheddington, Mentmore, Ledburn. F70/77 bus back to Dunstable.
09.10 at Lombardo's bus stop, West St.
About 12 ml.
Slide Show
Social
Don 01582 601852
Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters
8 p.m. at 2 Chiltern Rd. Dunstable
Christmas Meal & Party Night
Social
Gill 07903 801203
gmorris09@hotmail.co.uk
gmorris09@hotmail.co.uk
The venue will be The Market Cross, Dunstable again due to popular demand. There will be a DJ till 12pm or you could just go to the sit down meal. Please check the link to the menu here https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/menus/carvery-festive-menu-2018/and pick a starter/main/dessert and email Gill with your choices stating clearly if you want 2 or 3 courses. The full cost is required upfront (as this is what the restaurant requires for large Christmas groups). £12 for 2 courses. £14 for 3 courses. Please give cash to Gill when you see her on a walk by November 17th deadline. Cheque to Colin is also an option. PLEASE KEEP TO WHAT YOU HAVE ORDERED. We are dealing with a restaurant that works with pre-orders. Thanks.
7.15pm. Meal start - 7.30pm
12pm midnight
Cliff's Christmas Pie Ramble
Short Social Walk
Cliff 07766958133
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. Meet later time of 10.30am.
10.30am Priory School
1.30pm 4-5mls
Little Brickhill
David 07477004170
A circular walk from Little Brickhill. Taking in Bow and Great Brickhills, Caldecotte Lake and the GU Canal.
09.30 French's Ave.
About 12 ml. Return about 16.30
Wednesday's walkers non-traditional Christmas Lunch.
Mikes Midweek Walk
Mike 07594577129
Scrapping the Wednesday Walkers traditional Christmas Lunch for a Fish & Chip Christmas Lunch at Godfreys Harpenden.
Catching the 10.05am No 34 Bus to Redbourn with a possible coffee stop at Coffee on the Common before walking the Nicky Line to Harpenden for lunch. Booking required with myself by Saturday 8th December.
Note - return journey will be by bus to Luton Interchange for connection to Dunstable.
Catching the 10.05am No 34 Bus to Redbourn with a possible coffee stop at Coffee on the Common before walking the Nicky Line to Harpenden for lunch. Booking required with myself by Saturday 8th December.
Note - return journey will be by bus to Luton Interchange for connection to Dunstable.
9.59am West St bus stop
Return late afternoon. 5mls.
Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
Campbell Park
David 07477004170
A circular walk from Campbell Park. Taking in Willen Lake, Great Linford, New Bradwell, Concrete Cows, Linford Wood.
09.30 French's Ave.
About 12 ml. Return about 16.30
Markyate Meander
Half-day walk
Don 01582 601852
A slow ramble starting in Markyate and going via Flamstead, Friars Wash and Pepperstock (refreshments), back to Markyate.
9.30 Priory school
2.30pm 6mls
Barton Hills and beyond
Intermediate walk
Jane Rouse
07513 956213
07513 956213
Starting in Barton we will climb up the hills above Barton springs before heading off towards Pegsdon Hills and the Icknield Way. We then circle back to Barton via Hexton and hopefully a stop at either the pub or the tea shop
9.30 Yum Yum
mid to late afternoon. 10 mls approx.
Luton to Barton
David 07477004170
09.10 A bus to Luton Interchange. Walk to Barton via Stopsley Common and Hexton; finishing with a circuit of Barton Hills and Springs. Hourly 81 bus to Luton, then busway to Dunstable.
09.00 at Asda bus stop
About 12 ml
Slide Show
Social
Don 01582 601852
Join Don as he looks back on the bygone Bogtrotters
8 p.m. at 2 Chiltern Rd. Dunstable
Christmas Walk
Day Walk
Alan 07957 438153
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.
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.
09.30 Priory School
3-4pm 10 mls
Three Locks Circular
Intermediate walk
Olwen
07415 334251
07415 334251
Three Locks Circular taking in Great Brickhill and exploring the woods and Heathland and a cafe or two around Rushmore before returning back to the canal and our starting point.
Meet 9.30 Yum Yum
Return between 2.30/3pm
8 miles
8 miles
Christmas Hostel Trip
Trip
Alan 07957 438153
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 arrange car-sharing and food/catering.
Weatherspoon Wander
Treat yourself to tea/coffee while discussing where to walk. May involve a bus or two.
9 am Gary Cooper
About 12 mls
PREVIEW OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS
April Hostel Trip
Trip
Alan 07957 438153
This walking-hostelling trip will be from Friday April 5th - returning Tuesday April 9th. We will stay 2 nights in the Swanage YHA. Then stay 2 nights in the Lulworth YHA. Alternatively, you can make your own arrangements for accommodation. We'll be walking in country and the coastal path. We will have a planning meeting nearer the time to arrange car-sharing and food/catering.
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