Prototype Programme for January, February and March – warning events, dates, times and starting locations are still subject to change. Events in white lettering have been confirmed as definite, but events in grey are walks, red are admin events, yellow socials and blue trips – all awaiting approval.
Blows Downs/Caddington
A medium afternoon walk with some hills.
Please contact Steve Goss. 01582 731026
This walk contains some very varied landscapes and conservation areas. It is circular starting at Blows Downs (initial steep but short incline), goes via Skimpot and Caddington where we will stop for a break (village green/pub) then back to Blows Downs. Some hills but worth it for the great panoramic views. Bring drink/snacks. NOTE THIS STARTS AT PRIORY MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Meet time. 1.30 pm at Priory Middle School
Return about 6pm Distance about 7miles.
Piccotts End to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Piccotts End. Walk via Flamstead and Markyate back to Dunstable.
9.05am at bus stop, The Square, Dunstable for 9.15am X31 bus.
About 4.30pm/12 miles
Lake District- 5 day trip away.
Easter hostel trip
Don Snoad. 01582 601852
A change to the original plan; We are now booked in at Coniston Coppermines, Grasmere, Elterwater and back to Coniston Holly How. We have support vehicles to carry rucksacks from hostel to hostel.
Opportunities for both high level and some gentler walking.
Leighton Buzzard to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Leighton Buzzard station. Walk back to Dunstable via Wing, Lower Ascott, Ledburn, Slapton, Eaton Bray, Totternhoe.
9.08am at bus stop, High Street North to catch 9.18am 70 bus.
Return about 5 pm.
Distance 13 miles
Distance 13 miles
Milton Bryan/Eversholt circular
Short Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
Easy circular walk touching parts of the Woburn Estate, stopping for refreshment at the pub at Eversholt around midday.
Meet at French`s Avenue.
Time 11a.m.
Time 11a.m.
Return at 3 pm.
Distance approx 7 miles
Distance approx 7 miles
Tring Circular
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
A Circular walk starting from Tring taking in Tring Park and Wigginton & returning by various paths back to Tring.
Refreshments are available at the start & finish ,but would suggest you bring a drink & snacks.
This is classed as a Medium to Hard walk---with tracks,field paths & hills.
Refreshments are available at the start & finish ,but would suggest you bring a drink & snacks.
This is classed as a Medium to Hard walk---with tracks,field paths & hills.
Meet time 9.50am to catch the bus to Aylesbury at 10am.
At the West St Bus stop
At the West St Bus stop
Return between 2-3pm.
Distance 5-6 miles
Distance 5-6 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
Return about 4.30 pm.
Distance 12+ miles
Distance 12+ miles
Redbourn & Harpenden
Short Walk
John Gabbitas---01582 664036
A fairly undemanding walk with opportunities for refreshments along the way. Starting at the north end of Redbourn village the route takes us out to Harpendenbury Farm after which we skirt the golf course & then walk a section of the Nicky Line into Harpenden.The route back to our start point takes us beside the fields of Rothamstead Experimental Farm & from there we re-join the Nicky Line to Redbourn Church End-a pretty spot which happens to be the location of a rather fine pub.
Meet at 9am at Priory School.
If you wish to meet at Redbourn please call me.
If you wish to meet at Redbourn please call me.
Return -approx 2pm .
Distance 7.5 miles
Distance 7.5 miles
Varied walk around Eversholt & Woburn
Day Walk
Roger Pepworth 01582 538414
One of Rogers meanders around Woburn, so be prepared to be surprised.
Being one of Roger`s walks there will be a pub stop somewhere along the way.
Being one of Roger`s walks there will be a pub stop somewhere along the way.
Meet at 9.30am at the Yum Yum car park .
If you wish to meet at Woburn please call me.
If you wish to meet at Woburn please call me.
Return 4-5pm
Distance 10-12 miles
Distance 10-12 miles
Wetherspoons Steak Night
Meal and/or Drinks
Just turn up or contact Eila 01582731026
Always a popular chance for an inexpensive get together. Enjoy a steak or grill meal with all the trimmings and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink from a wide selection for approx £5.99. You can try something else from their menu or just turn up for a drink (Note that parking is free at the adjacent Asda car park in the evenings) More details can be found on their website http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/food/menu/main/mains-2
7.45 onwards
Grove Park,Court Drive
Dunstable LU5 4GP
Grove Park,Court Drive
Dunstable LU5 4GP
leave whenever you wish
Fenny Stratford to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Fenny Stratford. Walk back to Dunstable takes in Grand Union Canal, Stockgrove Park and Hockcliffe.
9.45am at bus stop, High Street North, Dunstable for 9.55am X31 bus.
About 5.30 pm/14 miles
Maulden
Short Walk
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
Our circular route includes walking along part of the boundary of Kings Wood nature reserve and passes close to the substantial remains of Houghton House. We then dip down to the edge of Ampthill before returning to our cars via the Greensand Ridge Walk.
Meet at 2 pm, Priory Middle School
Approx 5.30 pm, about 5.75 miles
Eythrope to Waddesdon
Day Walk
Sylv Elliott 07890926765
Sandra Crannage 07801846351
Sandra Crannage 07801846351
We will walk to Waddesdon from Eythrope via lower Winchendon and up through Waddesdon Manor Estate. On the return journey we will walk through Eythrope park
Yum Yum Car Park 9am
Return approx 5-5.30 pm
Distance 15 miles
Distance 15 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Games Evening
Social
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
These will not be embarrassing Parlour Games. Participants will move from table to table, playing different "board-type" games at each and earning points. The evening's winner will receive a prize. Refreshments will be provided. Entry fee £2 please.
7.30 pm at 44 Borough Road, Dunstable, LU5 4DA
Circular Preston
Short Walk
Mike Elliott--07594 577129
A walk in the rolling hills between Preston & Kings Walden with its splendid former deer park. Starting & ending at Preston by the Red Lion Pub.
This would be classed as an Easy to Moderate Walk- 5 stiles, a mix of field paths,green lanes & village lanes incl hills.
There will be a Pub stop at the end of the walk--but suggest you bring a drink & snack anyway.
This would be classed as an Easy to Moderate Walk- 5 stiles, a mix of field paths,green lanes & village lanes incl hills.
There will be a Pub stop at the end of the walk--but suggest you bring a drink & snack anyway.
9.30am At the French's Ave small car park.
Any one wishing to meet at Preston please call me.
Any one wishing to meet at Preston please call me.
Return 2-3pm
Distance 5 miles
Distance 5 miles
Mid-Beds Ramble
Day Walk
Jane Rouse 01582 527259/07849359403
We will start at Silsoe before walking to Higham Gobion and Hexton before making our way back via Shillington and Wrest Park. There are a choice of pubs along the way, but bring refreshments in case they are needed.
Meet at the Yum Yum Dunstable
Time 9.30 am.
Time 9.30 am.
Return 5 pm.
Distance approx 10 miles
Distance approx 10 miles
Leighton Buzzard to Marsworth
Day walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Leighton Buzzard station. Walk via Burcott, Wingrave, Long Marston to pick up the Aylesbury Arm of the Grand Union canal at Wilstone. Aiming to reach Marsworth by 3pm to catch the 61 bus back to Dunstable. (The next one is 90 minutes later)
9.08am at the bus stop, High Street North to catch the 9.18am 70 bus.
About 4pm/12.5 miles.
Dunstable/Ivinghoe Beacon Circular
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Walk from the French's Avenue to Ivinghoe Beacon via the Downs, Whipsnade, Dagnall. Return to Dunstable via Edlesborough, Eaton Bray and Totternhoe.
9.30am at French's Avenue car park.
Return about 5pm.
Distance 15 miles
Distance 15 miles
Indian Sunday Buffet Lunch
Short Walk/ Active Social
Julian Clark-Lowes
07979 435856
07979 435856
Meet in Houghton Regis Recreation Ground and walk to Upper Sundon via Chalton. A brief stop at the White Hart and then on to the Aroma Spice (formerly The Crown Pub) where they do an all day Sunday Buffet Lunch for £6.95. Arrange your own pick up from Sundon or stroll back with me to Houghton for about 3.30 finish. Ideally let me know if you are coming so I can give them some idea of numbers.
Meet Houghton Regis Recreation Ground 10.00am
Distance about 3 miles there- 3 miles back
Redbourn To Hemel -Via The Nicky Line
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
A rather easy walk along the old Nicky Line from Redbourn to Hemel Hempstead.
Refreshments can obtained at both the start & end,but would suggest you bring a drink & snack.
Refreshments can obtained at both the start & end,but would suggest you bring a drink & snack.
Meet at 9.05 to catch the St Albans bus at 9.12am.
West St bus stop
West St bus stop
Return 1-3pm
Distance 5 miles
Distance 5 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
East of Luton
Day Walk
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
This circular walk will encompass several villages and hamlets including Wellhead, Cox Green, Ley Green and more - very pretty with lovely views but also several hills. There may be a pub stop but this is not guaranteed so please bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink.
Meet at 9 am, Priory Middle School
Return about 6 pm, approx 11.5 miles
Mentmore Circular
Short Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
A pleasant amble in the Vale of Aylesbury, passing the site of the 20th Century's most audacious crime. Starting at Mentmore & walking field paths, tracks, road & canal footpath with 2 stiles.
This is classed as a Medium Walk.
A pub stop may be possible, if open.
This is classed as a Medium Walk.
A pub stop may be possible, if open.
9.30am at the French's avenue small car park.
If you wish to meet at Mentmore please call me.
If you wish to meet at Mentmore please call me.
Return-approx 1-2pm
Distance 6-7 miles
Distance 6-7 miles
Leighton Buzzard to Little Brickhill
Day walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Leighton Buzzard station. Walk to Little Brickhill via Stewkley and Stoke Hammond. Aiming to catch the 3.28pm X31 bus back to Dunstable. (The next one is 1 hour later)
9.08am at the bus stop, High Street North to catch the 9.18am 70 bus.
Return approx 4pm
Distance 12.5 miles
Distance 12.5 miles
Butlers Cross -Circular Walk
Day Walk
Dennis Smith--07966 493699
This will be a nice walk through the woods visiting Dunsmore,Buckmoorend,Whiteleaf, Ellesborough & finishing in the Russell Arms for a drink or two.
Meet at Priory School at 9.30am
Return 4-6pm
Distance 10-12miles
Distance 10-12miles
Gt Gaddesden & Jockey End
Short Walk
John Gabbitas---01582 664036
A challenging walk made up of field paths & bridleways with 37 stiles (not true-- now kissing gates & a few stiles.) We propose to start from the garden centre at Great Gaddesden & make our way via Highpark Wood to Gaddesden Place. Then there are certainly 2 hills to ascend after which the route levels off nicely. This being a circular walk, it then follows that there must be a descent--in this case with fine views of the Gade valley laid out before us.
There are no pubs or tea rooms along the way so bring refreshments with you.
There are no pubs or tea rooms along the way so bring refreshments with you.
Meet at 9.30am at the Yum Yum car park.
If you wish to meet at Gt Gaddesden please call me.
If you wish to meet at Gt Gaddesden please call me.
Return -approx 2pm.
Distance-7 miles.
Distance-7 miles.
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Boggies Quiz Night
Social cost £3.50
joanne robertson 01582 539534
Our Quiz Nights are great fun and normally very well supported. This event is open to non-members as well as paid-up Boggies. Teams will be of two to four people but do not worry if you are unable to raise your own team these can be organised on the night. A raffle will be held during the evening and all profits will be donated to this year's Bogtrotters chosen charity - Keech Cottage. There will be a chance a chance to buy hot drinks and cake, but you are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Your Quizmaster for the evening will be Joanne Robertson.
Meet time 6.45 for 7.15 pm
Meet at St Fremund the Martyr : Westfield Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DR
Meet at St Fremund the Martyr : Westfield Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DR
Finish about 10.00pm
Great Brickhill Circular
Short Walk
Hazel Rolt /Nadine Ridgeway
07929889292/07746975240
07929889292/07746975240
Rural walk through a mixture of gently undulating countryside and a section of the Grand Union Canal.Optional pub stop at end.
Meet at French`s Avenue
at 9.30am
at 9.30am
Return at lunchtime
Distance 6/7 miles
Distance 6/7 miles
Ampthill Circular
Day Walk
Don Snoad 01582 601852
A circular walk starting from Ampthill taking in the surrounding countryside, to the west of Ampthill including sections of the Greensand Ridge Walk.
Refreshments may be available at the start & end,but suggest you bring a drink & snacks. There may a pub stop at lunch time.
Refreshments may be available at the start & end,but suggest you bring a drink & snacks. There may a pub stop at lunch time.
9.30am at the small car park in French's Avenue.
If you wish to meet at Ampthill please call me.
If you wish to meet at Ampthill please call me.
Return -between 5-6pm.
Distance 11 miles plus.
Distance 11 miles plus.
Commitee/Planning
Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club. (and to join us afterwards if we decide to visit a local pub)
Meet at 8pm at Dunstable Fire Station, Brewers Hill Rd, Dunstable, LU6 1AA
Toddington to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Toddington. Walk back to Dunstable via Tingrith and Milton Bryan.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North for 9.34am X31 bus.
Return about 4.30pm
Distance 13 miles
Distance 13 miles
Piccotts End to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus from The Square, Dunstable to Piccotts End. Walk back to Dunstable via Potten End, Frithsden, Nettleden, Little Gaddesden, Dagnall, Whipsnade, D/Downs.
9.05am at bus stop, The square for 9.15am X31 bus.
Return 5pm
Distance 13.5 miles
Distance 13.5 miles
3 Locks Canal Circular
Short Walk
Olwyn Davies---07908 370331
Circular walk starting at the 3 Locks car park,taking in a canal walk,various types of footpaths & bridle ways to Rushmere Country Park & Lodge.Then making our way back to the start.
This would be classed an easy to medium walk with some hills.
Refreshments may be available at Rushmere & Stockgrove Park, also a pub stop at the end.
This would be classed an easy to medium walk with some hills.
Refreshments may be available at Rushmere & Stockgrove Park, also a pub stop at the end.
9.30am at the small car park in French's Avenue.
If you wish to meet at the 3 Locks Car park please call me
If you wish to meet at the 3 Locks Car park please call me
Return approx 2pm
Distance 6-7 miles
Distance 6-7 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
REMINDER
Chinese Meal
Eila
See description for 12th June. Please make sure you have informed Eila if you are going so that she can let the Mouth know how many to expect. Thanks.
Sue`s Mystery Walk
Short Walk
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
Sue is still deciding what she will be doing.
9.30am at French's Ave car park
Return --1-2pm .
Distance 5-6 miles
Distance 5-6 miles
Heart of the Chilterns
Day Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
Walking in a spectacular area of the Chiltern Hills west of High Wycombe passing through the villages familiar to those who watch The Vicar of Dibley and Midsomer Murders.Pub stop at lunch time in National Trust village of Hambledon.
Meet at the Yum Yum Dunstable
Meet at 9a.m.
Meet at 9a.m.
Return 5-6p.m.
Distance 11-12 miles
Distance 11-12 miles
EAT AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE AT THE MOUTH
Social at Chinese Restaurant
Eila 01582731026
Eila_goss@hotmail.com
07816012248
Eila_goss@hotmail.com
07816012248
Back by popular demand. 18 of us went last time and everyone said how good it was.
You pay £13.90 and order what you want from their menu and they cook it all freshly for you (no greasy help yourself bowls of food which may have been hanging about). PLEASE ENSURE YOU TELL EILA YOU ARE COMING asap AS SHE NEEDS TO BOOK NUMBERS WITH THE RESTAURANT.
You pay £13.90 and order what you want from their menu and they cook it all freshly for you (no greasy help yourself bowls of food which may have been hanging about). PLEASE ENSURE YOU TELL EILA YOU ARE COMING asap AS SHE NEEDS TO BOOK NUMBERS WITH THE RESTAURANT.
7.00 p.m. at The Mouth
168 High St North
DunstableLU6 1AT
168 High St North
DunstableLU6 1AT
When you have had enough, probably around 10 p.m.
Harpenden to St Albans
Day walk
David Dumpleton
01582607318
01582607318
Bus to Harpenden. Walk to St Albans via Nomansland, Colemans Green, Sandridge, Childwick Green. Aiming to be in Verulam Road by about 4pm to catch 34 bus to Dunstable.
9.20am at bus stop outside Asda/Gary Cooper for 9.30am 202 bus.
Return 5pm.
Distance 12 miles
Distance 12 miles
Harpenden Common Circular.
Day Walk
Dennis Smith--07966 493699
This will be a gentle walk in this green rural area not far from home.
Meet at 9.30am at Priory School.
If you wish to meet at Harpenden please call me,
If you wish to meet at Harpenden please call me,
Return 4-5 pm.
Distance 10 miles approx.
Distance 10 miles approx.
Sundon Hills Circular
Short Walk
Jane Rouse 01582 527259/07849 359403
Starting at Sundon Hills car park we will walk to Harlington before circling back to Sundon via Sharpenhoe and a beautiful ridge walk. One sharp climb but otherwise a gentle walk around John Bunyan`s ` Delectable Mountains`
Meet at the Yum Yum Dunstable
Time 9.30a.m.
Time 9.30a.m.
Return 2p.m.
Distance 6.5 miles
Distance 6.5 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
VISIT TO STOTFOLD MILL AND NATURE RESERVE
Active Social inc short guided tour
pamrumfitt@btinternet.com
01582 872608
07710 525146
01582 872608
07710 525146
This is being run by the Friends of Studham Common (we do conservation work for the FOSC from time to time). They are offering us their spare places so if you are interested you must email (or ring) Pam.. The Friends of Studham Common are running this and have spare places. Here's what's on offer, all for the princely sum of £9.50 per person: a guided tour of the Mill, which is a fully restored Grade II listed watermill, set on the River Ivel and which boasts the widest overshot water-wheel in the country. Lunch (sandwiches, cake and a drink) in their riverside Tea-Room, where you can also see a display of paintings by local artists. For another £2 you can get soup and a roll as well. a guided tour of the Nature Reserve set in the Mill Meadows, which has lots of interesting wildlife to see, including otters and water-voles.The Shop, where you can buy, crafts and produce, including their stone ground flour. They will be organising car sharing from Studham starting at 10 a.m. They can arrange car-sharing once they know who's coming. You can also meet them at the mill at 11 a.m. the tour finishes at about 3pm
10 am at Studham
Finish 3 pm at Stotfold obviously later once you have travelled back.
Treasure Hunt
Short Walk + Social
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
This second Treasure Hunt around Dunstable will again finish with a Ploughman's at Wendy's. The routes will mainly be the same as previously and the organiser's decisions will be final! There will be a £2 entry fee please.
2pm at the Yum Yum
Approx 5pm to 44 Borough Rd, Dunstable. About 4.5 miles
Circular from Gaddesden Row
Day Walk
Mike Elliott-07594 577129
This will be a figure eight walk starting from Gaddesden Row stopping at The Chequers pub for lunch & returning to the pub for a late afternoon drink.
People can join for the morning or the afternoon walk--- a walk covering a variety of paths, bridleways, road walk,hills & the occasional stile--classed as medium to hard walk.
People can join for the morning or the afternoon walk--- a walk covering a variety of paths, bridleways, road walk,hills & the occasional stile--classed as medium to hard walk.
9.30am at the Yum Yum car park.
If anyone would like to meet me at Gaddesden Row please call me.
If anyone would like to meet me at Gaddesden Row please call me.
Return 4-5pm
Distance 10 miles plus
Distance 10 miles plus
Marsworth to Tring via the Cow Roast Lock
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
A varied walk taking in canal footpaths,field paths & hills.
This would be classed as a medium to hard walk with some hills.
Refreshments can be obtained at the start & finish,but would suggest you bring a drink & snacks.
This would be classed as a medium to hard walk with some hills.
Refreshments can be obtained at the start & finish,but would suggest you bring a drink & snacks.
Meet at 9.50am to catch the 10am Aylesbury bus at the West St bus stop
Return 2-3pm
Distance approx 7 miles
Distance approx 7 miles
Harlington to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Harlington (change at Toddington). Walk back to Dunstable via Sharpenhoe, S/Clappers, Upper Sundon, etc.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North for 9.34am X31 bus.
Return about 4.30pm.
Distance 12 miles
Distance 12 miles
Lilley & surrounding area Circular Walk.
Day Walk
Roger Pepworth --01582 538414
Another of Roger`s meanders around Lilley & the surrounding area with its hills.
There will be a pub stop or two knowing Roger.
There will be a pub stop or two knowing Roger.
Meet at 9.30am at Priory School.
If you wish to meet at Lilley please call me.
If you wish to meet at Lilley please call me.
Return-4-5pm.
Distance 10-12 miles.
Distance 10-12 miles.
A View from Deacon Hill
Short Walk
Mike Elliott--07594 577129
Starting at Pirton we will ascend the chalk downs to Deacon Hill & descend via High Down House back to Pirton,following part of the Icknield Way.
This would be classed as a moderate to medium walk with 1 stile,green lanes ,tracks & field paths.
There will be a pub stop at the end.But suggest you brings a drink & snacks anyway.
This would be classed as a moderate to medium walk with 1 stile,green lanes ,tracks & field paths.
There will be a pub stop at the end.But suggest you brings a drink & snacks anyway.
Meet 9.30am at the French's ave small car park.
If you wish to meet at Pirton please call me.
If you wish to meet at Pirton please call me.
Return 2-3pm.
Distance 6-7 miles
Distance 6-7 miles
Tring to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Tring. Walk back to Dunstable via Tring Park, Tring Station, Ashridge, Ivinghoe Beacon, etc.
9.53 am at bus stop, West Street for 10.03am 61 bus .
Return about 5pm.
Distance 14 miles
Distance 14 miles
Toddington to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Toddington. Walk back to Dunstable via Tingrith and Milton Bryan.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North for 9.34am X31 bus.
About 4.30pm/13 miles
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Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
BBQ
Social
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
This is an event not to be missed. Keep July 14th free for our Annual BBQ. This year on a Saturday. More details in the next programme.
Charity Walk Day at Woburn in aid of Keech Cottage Hospice
Half Day or Day Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
My first Boggie`s walk was led by Dave Tompkins and he quickly introduced me to the delights of the Woburn countryside by his regular walk leading around the area.
In memory of Dave, and to raise funds for the Keech Cottage Hospice, we are retracing some of these walks covering 4 different ones over the day. Please come, support, and see how many of the walks you can do! However,do save some energy for the BBQ at Les`s afterwards.
The 4 walks are 1. 7am-10am over to the golf course.
2. 10.30am-1pm around the Deer Park.
3. 1.30pm-4pm skirting the Safari Park.
4. 4.30pm-7pm to Potsgrove and back.
In memory of Dave, and to raise funds for the Keech Cottage Hospice, we are retracing some of these walks covering 4 different ones over the day. Please come, support, and see how many of the walks you can do! However,do save some energy for the BBQ at Les`s afterwards.
The 4 walks are 1. 7am-10am over to the golf course.
2. 10.30am-1pm around the Deer Park.
3. 1.30pm-4pm skirting the Safari Park.
4. 4.30pm-7pm to Potsgrove and back.
First walk meet French`s Ave 6.30am.
All other walks start from free car park in Woburn opposite the church.
All other walks start from free car park in Woburn opposite the church.
Walk one is approx 7 miles.
Other walks are approx 6 miles
Other walks are approx 6 miles
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Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Cholderton YH and Salisbury YH
Hostel Weekend
Don Snoad 01582 601852
These hostels are less than 10 miles apart, so we plan to walk from one to another on the Saturday.
Cholderton YH is a four star hostel on a rare breeds farm. Salisbury is a listed Geogian mansion in the centre of the city, due to close permanently soon, so this is a 'last chance' weekend.
Hopefully good walking on the Wiltshire Downs on Friday, and opportunities to visit Old Sarum and look round the city and cathedral on the Sunday.
Accommodation is £40.50 per person, food and transport extra.
PLEASE BOOK BY SUNDAY 6TH MAY.
Cholderton YH is a four star hostel on a rare breeds farm. Salisbury is a listed Geogian mansion in the centre of the city, due to close permanently soon, so this is a 'last chance' weekend.
Hopefully good walking on the Wiltshire Downs on Friday, and opportunities to visit Old Sarum and look round the city and cathedral on the Sunday.
Accommodation is £40.50 per person, food and transport extra.
PLEASE BOOK BY SUNDAY 6TH MAY.
Mystery Walk
Short Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
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Ashridge
Early Morning Walk
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
We walk all the way and then enjoy late breakfast from the cafe at the Bridgewater Monument (cost of full English is about £5.50). I would very much like offers of help with transport for our return journey. For the past few years some fellow Boggies and supporters have forgone the opportunity of this beautiful walk and have instead driven to Ashridge at about 10.30 am and joined us for a hearty meal. Their vehicles provided us with our means of getting back to Dunstable. Please bring refreshments for the walk - it is 10 miles before the cafe!
6.30 am at The Yum Yum
about 12.30 pm; approx 10 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
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Roger Pepworth.
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Sandridge and Heartwood Forest
Short Walk
John Gabbitass 01582 664036.
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Commitee/Planning
Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club. (and to join us afterwards if we decide to visit a local pub)
Meet at 8pm at Dunstable Fire Station, Brewers Hill Rd, Dunstable, LU6 1AA
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Bunk House Long Week-end
Walking in the Brecons
Sylv Elliott 07890926765
Sandra Crannage 07801846351
Sandra Crannage 07801846351
Thursday 2nd August - Monday 6th August 2012 walking in the Brecon Beacons. We will be staying at Penstar Bunkhouse the website is www.penstarbunkhouseandcottage.co.uk. The cost is £12 per person per night.
Sandra and I will doing the catering i.e Tea and coffee beakfasts pack lunches and evening meals for each day. We will include some soft drinks but not beer and wine. Not sure about the first night as we usually go to a pub for a meal (not included in price!) but have to find out if there is one near the bunkhouse if not we will cater for it. The cost of the food will probally be between approximately £30 -£35 per person for the week-end.
We feel a maxium of 12 people will be more comfortable. So if you wish to come please let us know as soon as possible and send £10 deposit to Colin
Sandra and I will doing the catering i.e Tea and coffee beakfasts pack lunches and evening meals for each day. We will include some soft drinks but not beer and wine. Not sure about the first night as we usually go to a pub for a meal (not included in price!) but have to find out if there is one near the bunkhouse if not we will cater for it. The cost of the food will probally be between approximately £30 -£35 per person for the week-end.
We feel a maxium of 12 people will be more comfortable. So if you wish to come please let us know as soon as possible and send £10 deposit to Colin
To be advised nearer time
Caldecote Lake Walk
Short Walk
Jo Robertson
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Cow Roast to Buckland Common Circular
Day walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
In picturesque area of the Chiltern Hills to include canal walking and sections of the Ridgeway. Pub stop at lunch time and optional pub stop at the end.
Meet at the Yum Yum Dunstable
Time 9.30am
Time 9.30am
Return around 5pm
Distance approx 11 miles
Distance approx 11 miles
Hemel Hempstead station to Rose and Crown,Tring
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Hemel Hempstead station. After following the canal to Bourne End the route takes in Ashley Green, Hawridge, Cholesbury, Hastoe on the way to Tring. Aiming to catch the 4.23pm 61 bus at the Rose and Crown.
9.05am at bus stop, The Square for the 9.15am X31.
About 5.10pm/12.5 miles.
Circular -Quainton
Day Walk
Don Snoad.
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Sunday Afternoon Walk
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
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Meal and a drink at The Chequers in Houghton Regis. (The Hungry Horse)
Social evening
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
Sue and Julian are going to The Chequers in Houghton Regis for a drink and a meal. Wednesday is Curry night but there is also the usual menu available. See website for information http://www.pub-explorer.com/beds/pub/chequershoughtonregis.htm This is not expensive and some meals include a drink.
We are going to be there from 19.30 and will eat about 20.00
Just turn up. It would be great if a few 'Bogtrotters' could join us for an enjoyable evening.
We are going to be there from 19.30 and will eat about 20.00
Just turn up. It would be great if a few 'Bogtrotters' could join us for an enjoyable evening.
The Chequers, Houghton Regis.
(Hungry Horse)
(Hungry Horse)
19.30 onwards.
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Flamstead Scarecrow Festival
Active Social
Eila 01582731026 or social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
The Scarecrow Festival will be held between midday Friday 17th August and 5.00pm Sunday 19th August. For details and photos see www.flamstead-herts.co.uk. You can just wander round and enjoy the entertainment, or pay a small donation towards Herts Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre and vote on which of the 90+ scarecrows you think the best. This is an easy day, perhaps incorporating a couple of miles walking round Flamstead looking at scarecrows visiting stalls, pubs etc.
10.00 am Priory School, (or just take yourselves to Flamstead at different time or even different day if it suits you better!).
Approx 4 pm but it is open until 6 if you want to stay later.
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Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
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Little Brickhill to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Little Brickhill. Walk back to Dunstable via Woburn.
9.45am at bus stop, High Street North, Dunstable for 9.55am X31 to Little Brickhill
About 5.30 pm/14 miles
Flamstead circular
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Mainly farmland tracks and paths, the route heads for Church End, Redbourn then skirts the northern fringes of Hemel Hempstead on the way to Briden's Camp for lunch/pub stop. Then via Gaddesden Row back to the start.
9.00am Priory School
About 5.00pm/13 miles
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Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Arundel YH
Hostel Weekend
Don Snoad. 01582 601852
A two night stay at this comfortable Georgian house just outside the characterful town of Arundel complete with Castle and R.C. Cathedral.
Excellent walking on the South Downs.
Accommodation costs £41 per person. Transport and food extra.
PLEASE BOOK BY SUNDAY 13TH MAY.
Excellent walking on the South Downs.
Accommodation costs £41 per person. Transport and food extra.
PLEASE BOOK BY SUNDAY 13TH MAY.
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Wendy Hopkins
01582 60223507712336318
01582 60223507712336318
Yet to be decided
TBA
TBA
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Day Walk
Roger Pepworth.
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Marsworth to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Marsworth. Walk back to Dunstable via Ashridge.
9.53am at bus stop, West Street, Dunstable for 10.03am 61 to Marsworth
About 5.00pm/13 miles
Bike & Hike
Day Walk
Elaine Morgan
Details to be confirmed
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Mervyn Kempster
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Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Studham 'Big Bash' Conservation Day.
Conservation day on Studham Common.
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
Details to be added later.
Silsoe Circular
Short Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
Silsoe to Higham Gobion with optional pub stop at the end.
Meet at the Yum Yum Dunstable
Time 9.30am
Time 9.30am
Return at lunchtime
Distance 6 miles
Distance 6 miles
Toddington
Day Walk
Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Toddington. Walk to Dunstable via Harlington.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North for 9.34am X31 to Toddington
Return about 4.30 pm Distance approx 13 miles
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Mervyn Kempster
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Don Snoad
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Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
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Jane Rouse
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Olwyn
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Flamstead to Dunstable
Day Walk
Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Flamstead. Walk to Dunstable via Gaddesden Row and Kensworth.
9.02am at bus stop West Street to catch 9.12am 34 bus to Flamstead.
About 4pm/ 12 miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Commitee/Planning
Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club. (and to join us afterwards if we decide to visit a local pub)
Meet at 8pm at Dunstable Fire Station, Brewers Hill Rd, Dunstable, LU6 1AA
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Isle of Wight
Hotel trip
Malcolm Gladman 01582 519422
Half-term week for Central Beds is 27th October for one week. The cost for this trip to the IOW will be..........
2 nights £129
3 nights £159 (Special Price)
4 nights £199
5 nights £239
6 nights £279
The price includes Bed, breakfast, evening meal and the Car Ferry. You will need to book this with the hotel yourself as you will need to give car details.
2 nights £129
3 nights £159 (Special Price)
4 nights £199
5 nights £239
6 nights £279
The price includes Bed, breakfast, evening meal and the Car Ferry. You will need to book this with the hotel yourself as you will need to give car details.
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00 am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
New Members Welcome Evening
Rooms 1 and 5 booked for Friday 20 April.
Details to follow....
Details to follow....
Amsterdam Trip
City Break
Ann Cahill 07988964369
This has been put off until later in the year.
I am organizing a trip to Amsterdam and have found accommodation on the Expedia website. It is a hotel with a quadruple room. The price is £570 which is £143per person. The price includes flights from Luton airport, Easyjet, and hotel accommodation and breakfast for 3 nights.
They also have a twin room/or double room. The price is £331 which is £166 per person. This also includes flights from Luton, hotel accommodation and breakfast for 3 nights.
I am looking to see if anyone would be interested in either of these deals. This is a city break holiday, if you are interested please contact Ann 07988964369. The sooner this is booked the cheaper it will be as the prices will increase as we get closer to the date. Also, someone else may get there first!!
If you are interested please phone Ann asap.
moreI am organizing a trip to Amsterdam and have found accommodation on the Expedia website. It is a hotel with a quadruple room. The price is £570 which is £143per person. The price includes flights from Luton airport, Easyjet, and hotel accommodation and breakfast for 3 nights.
They also have a twin room/or double room. The price is £331 which is £166 per person. This also includes flights from Luton, hotel accommodation and breakfast for 3 nights.
I am looking to see if anyone would be interested in either of these deals. This is a city break holiday, if you are interested please contact Ann 07988964369. The sooner this is booked the cheaper it will be as the prices will increase as we get closer to the date. Also, someone else may get there first!!
If you are interested please phone Ann asap.
Flamstead Scarecrow Festival
Flamstead, nr Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Friday 20th August to Sunday 22nd August 2010
To be confirmed
Probably about the same time in 2011? Can’t find date yet
Opening Times – 2010
Redbournbury Mill will be open every Sunday afternoon throughout the year from 2.30-5pm (winter 4.30pm) except for the Sundays immediately preceding and following Christmas day. It will also be open every New Year´s Day from 11am-4pm.
Not sure about 2011 yet
Aldbury Open Garden
Again I can’t find the dates yet… perhaps one of our members from Aldbury could find out…..
I have changed the London Open House weekend to Sept as it had been put on the programme as July.