Some time ago we and the Dunstable Rotary Club raised funds for Access Gates for the disabled but were waiting for the County Council Rights of Way Group to find somewhere suitable for them to go. The good news is that 17 of these were installed on 5th November on the Ivinghoe Hills and we joined in on a 4.5km disabled ramble to try them out. See our little album of photos.
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.
Walking Happy New Year
Social
Jo Robertson
07739791148
07739791148
A walk around Houghton Regis and Dunstable calling at members houses to wish them Happy New Year.
Starting and finishing at Jo's house, with hot food and calling in at other members houses for a chat and a (hot or otherwise) drink.
Important anyone is invited to volunteer to have the walkers round, can you let Jo know if you are interested so she can plan the route!
Starting and finishing at Jo's house, with hot food and calling in at other members houses for a chat and a (hot or otherwise) drink.
Important anyone is invited to volunteer to have the walkers round, can you let Jo know if you are interested so she can plan the route!
At Jo's for 12.00 pm
3 miles ish
Fish and Chips Reminder
REMINDER
social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
Please email Social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk (or Eila direct - 01582 731026) to book your Fish and Chips for Tuesday the 10th. If you have anything we could put in a raffle in aid of our charity for this year, Keech Cottage, please bring them with you. Otherwise just buy a few tickets....
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
Chalgrave Circular
Short walk
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
This is going to be a circular walk starting in Houghton Regis. We will visit Chalgrave Church with a possible a stop at The Plough in Wingfield before returning to the start.
Meet at Frenchs Avenue.
Meet at 12noon
Meet at 12noon
Return at 17.00 approx
Distance 5 miles approx
Distance 5 miles approx
Wing Circular Walk
Day walk
Julian 07979435856
Wing to Mentmore on to Wingrave. Stop at the Red Lion for lunch. Circle back to Wing.
Please bring a torch.
Please bring a torch.
Meet at the Yum Yum.
Meet at 09.00
Meet at 09.00
Return approx 17.00
Distance 10 miles approx.
Distance 10 miles approx.
Fish & Chip Supper + Awards Evening
Social + awards. Any nominations asap please
Contact Eila_Goss@hotmail.com
01582731026 or social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
01582731026 or social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
Join us for our annual Fish & Chip Supper & Awards Evening (Which will include some soft drinks but you may bring your own alcohol and glasses). To book your fish and chips could you please email or ring Eila 01582 731026 or email Social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk. We will however be able to take a few orders on the night, so no problem if you just want to turn up. COST WILL BE £6 WHICH WILL INCLUDE A DONATION TO THIS YEAR'S CHARITY. THERE WILL ALSO BE A RAFFLE IN AID OF THE CHARITY SO ANY DONATIONS OF GIFTS APPRECIATED.
Our speaker will be Steve Halton again.
This time Steve will be talking about the councils new proposals regarding the Green Lanes and Totternhoe. A lot seems to be coming up in the next year.
Our speaker will be Steve Halton again.
This time Steve will be talking about the councils new proposals regarding the Green Lanes and Totternhoe. A lot seems to be coming up in the next year.
Meet time 7.45 pm
Meet in Chew's House, Dunstable (Room 3, upstairs)
Meet in Chew's House, Dunstable (Room 3, upstairs)
Leighton Buzzard to Dunstable
Day walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Leighton Buzzard. Possible (?) visit to the Wetherspoons there before heading for the canal. On to Horton Wharf then via Grove Farm, Ivinghoe Aston and Edlesborough, etc. back to Dunstable.
9.08am at bus stop in High Street North for 9.18 am 70 bus.
About 5pm/13 miles
REMINDER
Burns Night Coming Up
Lesley Grierson-Hill
01582 660135
01582 660135
See entry for 25th January.
Please ensure Lesley knows if you are attending Burns night on 25th January as numbers will be limited.
Please ensure Lesley knows if you are attending Burns night on 25th January as numbers will be limited.
Chiltern Ceilidhs - good fun
NOW ON 10TH FEBRUARY 2010
NOW ON 10TH FEBRUARY 2010
Barn Type Dance or just enjoy the music and spectate
NEW DATE 10/2/2012
This is a local group which now has Ceilidhs once a quarter. They always welcome new faces. If you fancy a different night out check out their website. www.chilternceilidhs.info There is a live band, a top caller and a friendly atmosphere, a bit of exercise, music and definitely good fun. There is usually a bit of 1/2 time entertainment as well. You can just turn up and pay your money - £7 or £5 concessions - and they will be very pleased to see you. (There is the added bonus of some of the cheapest bottled alcohol locally, including strong Polish beer)
8 p.m. (bar opens at 7.30)
The Polish Club (17 Victoria Street, Dunstable, LU6 3AZ
The Polish Club (17 Victoria Street, Dunstable, LU6 3AZ
Leave when you can't dance or laugh any more. Usually finished by about 10.45.
A Circular walk from Clophill
Day walk
Jane Rouse 07789 652177
Starting at Clophill we will walk to Upper Gravenhurst & Silsoe, passing Wrest Park,before returning to Clophill. The walk crosses fields & passes through woodland. It is a fairly undemanding but rewarding walk.
We are hoping to stop for lunch at a pub in Clophill,but suggest you bring drinks & refreshments just in case.
We are hoping to stop for lunch at a pub in Clophill,but suggest you bring drinks & refreshments just in case.
9am Priory School.
If you wish to meet at Clophill please call me
If you wish to meet at Clophill please call me
Return approx 4pm
Distance 8.5 miles
Distance 8.5 miles
Blows & Dunstable Downs
Short walk
John Gabbitas
01582 664036
01582 664036
A circular walk starting from the Yum Yum,from where we shall make our way via Priory Church to the top of Blows Down & along the ridge to Dame Ellen's Wood.Next ,we drop down to the A5 & cross that road opposite Lodge Farm to take the path up towards Kenworth Church End.We shall then head towards the quarry & Dunstable Downs to admire the view as we pass along the ridge on our way back to the Yum Yum.
9.30am at the Yum Yum carpak
Return approx 1pm
Distance-7 miles
Distance-7 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 put)
Meet at 8pm at Dunstable Fire Station, Brewers Hill Rd, Dunstable, LU6 1AA
The Rex Cinema, Berkhamsted
Social
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
07712336318
01582 602235
07712336318
" ... possibly Britain's most beautiful cinema ... (BBC). If you would like to decide for yourself please ring Wendy no later than 16th December 2011 to register your interest and leave her a contact telephone number. The Rex will release January's programme in the middle of December. Wendy will then contact those people who have expressed an interest and tell them what is showing. If they still want to go she will get the tickets the following morning. Films start at 7.30 pm. We need to leave Dunstable about 6.30 pm to allow time for parking and to enjoy the elegant bar and interior. Price £8 or £6.50, age dependent.
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 Conservation Work-party.
Half-day of conservation work.
Sue Jenkins. 01582 865966
Keep this morning free for our annual work-party to Studham Common. This year they have decided to do just half a day. Contact Sue for future details.
Mystery Walk in the Chilterns
Day Walk
Paul Ridgeway 07836 688476
It's a Mystery as the leader hasn't planned it yet. I will try to arrange a pub stop at lunchtime.
Glorious rolling country side guaranteed & some hills
Glorious rolling country side guaranteed & some hills
9am at the Yum Yum Carpark
Return by 5pm .
Distance 11 miles plus
Distance 11 miles plus
Mid Week Mystery Walk
Short Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
This will be a Mystery Walk depending on the weather--Bus to unknown destination or a circular walk out of Dunstable. Would class as easy to medium with possible hills
Suggest you bring a hot drink & food -not certain of a pub or cafe stop?
Suggest you bring a hot drink & food -not certain of a pub or cafe stop?
Bus Stop at West St . 9.45am
Return 1-2 pm latest,
Distance 5-6 mikes
Distance 5-6 mikes
Burns Night Wednesday 25th
Social - Burns Night Celebration
Lesley Grierson-Hill 01582660135
Very popular last year.
Come and enjoy a traditional ‘Burns’ night on Wednesday, 25th January 2012 @ 7.30pm
Lesley Grierson-Hill has foolishly been persuaded to host a ‘Burns Supper’ again on 25th January at her house.
For those of you unfamiliar with what this is all about - Burns Night celebrates the life and poetry of Robert Burns who was Scotland's best-loved bard. Suppers have been held in his honour for over 200 years. So … with tradition and true Scottish ancestry in mind – you are invited to celebrate in style with:
Cock- a-leekie soup
Haggis (veggie version also), Neeps & Tatties
A scottish dessert you would care to bring
Entry requirements are really strict: you need to wear something with a Scottish flavour or bring a poem, ode or music suitable for the occasion or all of these !! (Experienced Potato mashers are most welcome a little earlier – as are those competent to ‘set the haggis alight’!). Give me a call on 01582 660135 if you would like to come.
Come and enjoy a traditional ‘Burns’ night on Wednesday, 25th January 2012 @ 7.30pm
Lesley Grierson-Hill has foolishly been persuaded to host a ‘Burns Supper’ again on 25th January at her house.
For those of you unfamiliar with what this is all about - Burns Night celebrates the life and poetry of Robert Burns who was Scotland's best-loved bard. Suppers have been held in his honour for over 200 years. So … with tradition and true Scottish ancestry in mind – you are invited to celebrate in style with:
Cock- a-leekie soup
Haggis (veggie version also), Neeps & Tatties
A scottish dessert you would care to bring
Entry requirements are really strict: you need to wear something with a Scottish flavour or bring a poem, ode or music suitable for the occasion or all of these !! (Experienced Potato mashers are most welcome a little earlier – as are those competent to ‘set the haggis alight’!). Give me a call on 01582 660135 if you would like to come.
7 for 7.30 p.m.
10 pm ish
Toddington
Day Walk
Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Toddington. Return to Dunstable takes in Upper Sundon, Chalton and Houghton Regis.
Bus stop, High Street North, Dunstable at 9.24am for 9.34am X31 to Toddington
Return about 4.30 pm Distance approx 13 miles
Ivinghoe Beacon to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Take the Aylesbury bus through the villages to Ivinghoe Beacon. Having made the ascent to the viewpoint on the Beacon, regain our breath before going to the Bridgewater monument in Ashridge. Then make our way via Little Gaddesden, Studham, Whipsnade and Dunstable Downs back to Dunstable.
West Street, Dunstable at 9.53am for the 10.03am 61 bus
About 5pm/13 miles
Local Mystery Short Walk
Short Walk
Roger Pepworth 01582 538414
Mystery walk out of Dunstable, with possible hills .
10 am at the Yum Yum carpark
Latest 2pm
Distance 5miles plus
Distance 5miles plus
Studham to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Common Road, Studham. Walk back to Dunstable via Gt Gaddesden, Jockey End, Studham Common, Whipsnade and D/Downs.
9.05am at bus stop, The Square, Dunstable for 9.15am X31 to Studham
About 4.30pm/13 miles
Games Evening
Social
Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
01582 602235
Due to a family bereavement Wendy has to cancel the Games Evening of Friday 3rd Feb. This will now appear in a later Programme.
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.
Post-Christmas Meal and walk.
Walk and Social
Dennis Smith 07966493699
Come and join us on our walk and meal to celebrate Christmas. Contact Dennis for details. This needs to be booked by December 10th. Click here for the menu. If you wish you can join us just for the walk or just the meal. We usually stop at Houghton Regis Church for coffee before arriving at the Plough in Wingfield.
Meet at Priory School.
Meet at 10am.
Meet at 10am.
The Marston Vale Timberland Trail
Day Walk
Chris Mountain 07973 876442
A full day in mid-Bedfordshire to walk off yesterday's New Year lunch. The Trail takes us from Ampthill Park through Ampthill and on to Stewartby, possibly via Houghton House. We stop for lunch at Marston Vale Visitor Centre - bringing your own lunch is advisable although the Centre will be open for a fresh cup of something hot. the return goes via Jackdaw Hill & Millbrook village to return to the park by 5pm.
Chris will meet you at Ampthill Park but do please let him know that you are attending.
UNFORTUNATELY CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
Chris will meet you at Ampthill Park but do please let him know that you are attending.
UNFORTUNATELY CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW
9.00am at Priory School or 9.30am at Ampthill Park
5.00pm at Ampthill Park
REMINDER
Easter hostel trip
Don Snoad. 01582 601852
If you want to book up with Don for Easter please contact him now. Places may be limited
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
Tanner Hatch Youth Hostel
Weekend away. Hostelling Trip
Julian Clark-Lowes. 07979435856
This will be two nights away at this wonderful hostel in Surrey. The group have stayed in this hostel before. The accommodation is basic but cosy. Dorms only. Shower block outside. It is set in the woods near to Leatherhead. It feels much more remote than it is.
Book your place with Julian by December 5th 2011.
Book your place with Julian by December 5th 2011.
Cost. £20.80 for the two nights.
Chiltern Ceilidhs - good fun
Barn Type Dance or just enjoy the music and spectate
Just turn up or ring Eila 01582731026
This is a local group which has now only Ceilidhs once quarter. They always welcome new faces. If you fancy a different night out check out their website. www.chilternceilidhs.info There is a live band, a top caller and a friendly atmosphere, a bit of exercise, music and definitely good fun. There is usually a bit of 1/2 time entertainment as well. You can just turn up and pay your money - £7 or £5 concessions - and they will be very pleased to see you. (There is the added bonus of some of the cheapest bottled alcohol locally, including strong Polish beer)
8 p.m. (bar opens at 7.30)
The Polish Club (17 Victoria Street, Dunstable, LU6 3AZ
The Polish Club (17 Victoria Street, Dunstable, LU6 3AZ
Leave when you can't dance or laugh any more. Usually finished by about 10.45.
Ashridge circular
Day Walk
Paul Ridgeway
07836688476
07836688476
Rearranged from November 5th. A walk around Ashridge to include 2 tea shops (one the mystical Sanuk) and a pub stop at the end.
Meet at 9a.m.
Meet at Priory Middle School
Meet at Priory Middle School
Return around 4p.m.
Distance approx 10 miles
Distance approx 10 miles
Billington & Slapton
Short Walk
John Gabbitas 01582 664036
The route of the circular walk goes past the church, across fields & then down to the River Ouzel. We follow the river in the direction of Leighton Buzzard & then back along the canal to Slapton , where we may be able to stop for refreshments,if the pub is open.Our route then re-crosses the river & back to our starting point.
9.30am Yum Yum Carpark.
Please call me if you wish to meet at Billington
Please call me if you wish to meet at Billington
Return approx 1.30pm
Distance 6 miles
Distance 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
About 4.30 pm/12+ miles
Scenic Hertfordshire Paths
Day Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
Lovely walk starting in Markyate along the Hertforshire way via Beachwood House school & Jockey End to Gt Gaddesden, returning along the Chiltern Way via Flamstead & back to Markyate.
This would be classed as a medium to hard walk with hills & some stiles.
Bring refeshments as a pub stop will only be viable if we take a detour.decision taken on the day & weather.
This would be classed as a medium to hard walk with hills & some stiles.
Bring refeshments as a pub stop will only be viable if we take a detour.decision taken on the day & weather.
9am at Priory School.
If you wish to meet at Markyate please call me
If you wish to meet at Markyate please call me
5pm
Distance Max 13miles depending on weather & conditions
Distance Max 13miles depending on weather & conditions
Linslade/Leighton Buzzard. The Grand Union Canal and the Ouzel.
Easy Morning Walk
Peter Jackson 07732 418260
You are rarely away from the water on this walk. Starting at Grove Lock, round Tiddenhall Nature Reserve, along the Grand Union Canal, past Tesco superstore to the Globe in Linslade, then back either along the towpath (or cross-country) with glimpses of the River Ouzel, back to Grove Lock. Bring drinks/snacks.
Meet time. 09.30 am. Meet at French's Avenue car park
Return by 2pm Distance about 5½-6 easy miles.
Wetherspoons Steak Night
Meal and/or Drinks
Just turn up or 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
View Of The Ver Valley
Midweek Short walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
A circular walk starting from Redbourn Common to Redbournbury Mill & back. Taking in views of the Ver River. This would be classed as a easy to medium walk with some, hills, stiles & steps.
Bring Hot drinks & food.You can get these before & after the walk if you wish in Redbourn.
( Note; meet at the New Bus Stop --NOT The ONE AT THE SQUARE )
Bring Hot drinks & food.You can get these before & after the walk if you wish in Redbourn.
( Note; meet at the New Bus Stop --NOT The ONE AT THE SQUARE )
Redbournbury
9am at The Bus stop in West St to pick up the 9.12 to St Albans
Return 1pm latest.
Distance Approx 4 miles
Distance Approx 4 miles
Marsworth to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Marsworth. Walk back to Dunstable via Ashridge and Milebarn Farm.
9.53am at bus stop, West Street, Dunstable for 10.03am 61 to Marsworth
About 5.00pm/13 miles
Kensworth Lynch to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Take the Hemel Hempstead bus to the Packhorse. Walk via Markyate, Flamstead, Pepperstock, Caddington and Blows Downs back to Dunstable.
9.05am at bus stop, The Square, Dunstable for the 9.15am X31.
About 4.30pm/12miles
Wheathampstead Circular Walk
Short Walk
Jane Rouse 07789 652177
Starting from Wheathampstead we walk to Ayot St Lawrence & Ayot Green before walking back along the River Lea. A undermanding walk through fields & woods .
This is a repeat of the July walk ,but hopefully without the rain this time ?
A pub stop may be viable during or at the end of the walk .
This is a repeat of the July walk ,but hopefully without the rain this time ?
A pub stop may be viable during or at the end of the walk .
Meet 10am at the Yum Yum Carpark.
Call me if you wish to meet at Wheathampstead
Call me if you wish to meet at Wheathampstead
Return -approx 3pm latest
Distance-- 6miles
Distance-- 6miles
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
Woburn Park Circular
Short Walk
Olwen Davies 07908 370331
A easy walk , starting near the centre of Woburn out to Speedwell cottages, then into the park & walk towards Paris House. We then leave the park entering a small copse leading to Milton wood, where we pick up the Greensand Ridge path , which leads us pass the Abbey & walking through the grounds passing Park Farm & back to the starting point.
9.30am --Small Carpark at French's Avenue.
Call me if you wish to meet at Woburn
Call me if you wish to meet at Woburn
2pm Approx.
Distance approx 5 Miles
Distance approx 5 Miles
Circular walk from French's Avenue
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Covering paths that will be familiar to most of you, the walk takes in Sewell, Totternhoe, Eaton Bray, Whipsnade, Kensworth quarry and Dunstable Downs.
9.30am at French's Avenue playing field car park
About 4pm/13 miles
Little Brickhill to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Little Brickhill. Walk back to Dunstable via Woburn Deer Park.
9.45am at bus stop, High Street North, Dunstable for 9.55am X31 to Little Brickhill
About 5.30 pm/14 miles
A walk around Stockgrove & Rushmere Park
Day Walk
MIke Elliott 07594 577129
A Day Walk around Stockgrove & Rushmere Park with a Lunch time stop at the Cafe in Stockgrove.
This would be classed as medium to hard with plenty of hills .
Note there is a Parking Fee at The Parks of £2.00.
This would be classed as medium to hard with plenty of hills .
Note there is a Parking Fee at The Parks of £2.00.
Meet at 9.30 a.m at the Small Carpark at French's Avenue.
Please call me if you wish to meet at Stockgrove Park
Please call me if you wish to meet at Stockgrove Park
Return around 5p.m.
Distance max 11miles
Distance max 11miles
Eversholt Circular
Short Walk
Hazell Rolt/Nadine Ridgeway
07929889292/07746975240
07929889292/07746975240
Eversholt to Ridgemont,where there should be a cafe stop, and back via Woburn Park.Optional pub stop at the end. No stiles!
Meet at French`s Avenue
Meet at 9.30a.m.
Meet at 9.30a.m.
Return at lunch time
Distance 6 miles
Distance 6 miles
Petra, Jordan
Trip
Bob Reid
These are the dates of the Petra trip, 15 members are going.
11th to 18th
11th to 18th
Aston Clinton/Wellonhead Bridge to Marsworh
Midweek Short walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
We follow the Wendover Arm canal branch back to Marsworth .
If time permits we can check out the various bird hides to check the local wild life.
This is classed as a easy walk.
Bring refeshments, there is at the end a Pub or Cafe for refreshments
If time permits we can check out the various bird hides to check the local wild life.
This is classed as a easy walk.
Bring refeshments, there is at the end a Pub or Cafe for refreshments
9.50 at the West St bus stop to pick the 10.03 bus.
2pm Latest.
Distance;- approx 5 miles
Distance;- approx 5 miles
Westoning to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Walk back to Dunstable via Pulloxhill, Sharpenhoe, Upper Sundon, Chalton and Houghton Regis.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North, Dunstable for 9.34am X31 to Toddington
About 4.30 pm/12 miles
Flitwick Moor
Short Walk
Chris Mountain 07973 876442
A 5-mile walk (possibly a little more) around the SSSI on my doorstep! The Two Moors Heritage Trail takes us from Flitwick Mill and follows the River Flit behind Greenfield to Flitton Church. The first of the two Moors, at Flitton, is passed as we head by the Grange, with Dunstable Priory connections, and Ruxox Farm to the second, Fliitwick.
1.30pm at Frenchs Avenue
or 2.00pm at parking by shops on junction of Station Road & Kings Road.
or 2.00pm at parking by shops on junction of Station Road & Kings Road.
5.30pm
Tea Shop Walk
Day Walk
Dennis Smith 07966 493699
I thought we would stay fairly local today. We will park at the bottom of Ivinghoe Beacons & head off towards Ivinghoe ( unfortunately no tea shop -now closed.) We carry on to the Canal & follow this to Marsworth Resevoir to our first tea stop or something stronger at the pub. Then we circle back to Ashridge to our final tea stop at The Monument tea shop before finally making our way back to the cars.
This would be classed a medium to hard walk with Hills.
This would be classed a medium to hard walk with Hills.
9am Yum Yum Carpark.
Please call me if you wish to meet at Ivinghoe
Please call me if you wish to meet at Ivinghoe
Return approx 5pm
Distance approx 12miles
Distance approx 12miles
Wetherspoon Wander
Day Walk
Start with tea/coffee and a bacon roll while we decide where to go.
9.00am at Gary Cooper, Court Drive, Dunstable
About 4.30pm/12+ miles
Wendover Circular
Day Walk
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
We will start our walk in Wendover. We will be visiting Coombe Hill, Little Hampden, Kings Ash and then back to Wendover. Hopefully a pub on route but bring a packed lunch just in case.
Meet at Priory School
Meet at 9am
Meet at 9am
Return 5pm approx.
Distance 11 miles approx
Distance 11 miles approx
Pegsdon Circular.
Short Walk
Julian 07979435856
British Summer time begins. Don't forget to put your clocks forward an hour!
Afternoon walk based around Barton Hills and Pegsdon.
Afternoon walk based around Barton Hills and Pegsdon.
Meet at French's Avenue.
Meet at 1pm
Meet at 1pm
Return 5pm approx
Distance 6 miles.
Distance 6 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 put)
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
Wetherspoons Curry Night
Meal and or drinks
JUST TURN UP or Eila 01582731026
Always popular. Another chance to enjoy a good inexpensive curry, or just turn up for drinks, they have a reasonable curry selection and this includes an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink for about £5.00 . Or they also have a full menu. (Note that parking is free at the adjacent Asda car park after 5 pm.) More details can be found on the website: www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk
From 7.45 onwards
Gary Cooper
Court Drive Dunstable
LU5 4GP
Gary Cooper
Court Drive Dunstable
LU5 4GP
go home whenever you want...
A Steves Mystery Walk
Day Walk
Steve Johnstone 01582 521881
This a Day Mystery walk which he is planning whilst on his travels abroad.
Would be classed as medium to hard-knowing Steve.
Call Steve nearer the time to find out more details or watch the stop press
Would be classed as medium to hard-knowing Steve.
Call Steve nearer the time to find out more details or watch the stop press
9.30 am Small carpark at French's Avenue.
Approx 5pm
Upto 12miles
Upto 12miles
Blows Downs/Caddington
A medium afternoon walk with some hills.
Peter Jackson.
07732 418260
07732 418260
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
Meet time. 1.30 pm Meet 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 on back to Dunstable.
9.05am at bus stop, The Square, Dunstable for 9.15am X31 bus.
About 4.30pm/12 miles
Lake District
Easter hostel trip
Don Snoad. 01582 601852
5th April to 9th April Don will be organising a trip to Conniston, Eskdale, Elterwater and back to Conniston. We expect to have some support vehicles to carry rucksacks from hostel to hostel.
Opportunities for both high level and some gentler walking. Contact Don soon to book your place.
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.
About 5pm/13 miles.
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Tring Circular
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
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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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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
New Members Welcome Evening
Rooms 1 and 5 booked for Friday 20 April.
Details to follow....
Details to follow....
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.
9am
at Priory Middle School
at Priory Middle School
Approx 5pm,
about 10 miles
about 10 miles
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Wetherspoon Wander
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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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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.
About 5pm/15 miles.
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Redbourn To Hemel -Via The Nicky Line
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
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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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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.
About 4pm/12.5 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
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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
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.
About 5pm/13.5 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
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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.
About 5pm/12 miles
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Jane Rouse
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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
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
Day Walk
Marsworth to Tring via the Cow Roast Lock
Midweek Walk
Mike Elliott 07594 577129
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Harlington to Dunstable
Day Walk
David Dumpleton
01582 607318
01582 607318
Bus to Harlington (change at Toddington). Walk back to Dunstable via Sharpehhoe, S/Clappers, Upper Sundon, etc.
9.24am at bus stop, High Street North for 9.34am X31 bus.
About 4.30pm/12 miles
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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 .
About 5.00pm/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
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
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
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.
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
Studham 'Big Bash' Conservation Day.
Conservation day on Studham Common.
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
Details to be added later.
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
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
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.