The Dunstable and District Walking and Hostelling Group

Programme April-June 2012

Welcome to the Bogtrotters...

The Bogtrotters are a small but disparate group of about 80 walkers, hikers and hostellers. We also run a surprisingly diverse range of activities. Some members will be found frequently on half day and full day walks based in and around Dunstable. Others will only be found on longer hostelling trips in the mountains. Some of our members relish the more traditional simple (basic) style of hostelling, and will participate in camping barn weekends in the Peak District, others will only go on trips where a certain minimum level of comfort is guaranteed. Some of our members are predominantly social, coming out to meals and evening activities.

The group was formed in Sept. 1965 as the Dunstable Local YHA Group. Since then a large number of our members have moved away from the Dunstable area and are now dotted all over the country and indeed the world. Some of these members still frequently attend weekend and trips away, but are rarely to be seen in Dunstable.

New members are always welcome. Prospective members are welcome to get in touch with anyone on our contact list to discuss which of the group’s activities would be most attractive to them. Alternatively you can always just turn up to one of the walks. Look out for a group with walking boots and woolly hats.

Day walks usually involve meeting at the Yum Yum car park (next to the police station) in West Street, Dunstable if the walk is on a Sunday (free parking). On Saturdays the walks meet outside the Priory School in Britain Street (off High Street South). Recently we have also started occasionally to meet at French’s Avenue Car Park (by the green).

Sometimes the walks will involve driving out from Dunstable. Members often share cars to do this and this is arranged on an ad hoc basis at the meeting place. It is normally polite to offer a small contribution to the cost of fuel to the driver. This is rarely more than £1.

Social activities are either based in individual member’s houses, or at the venue (bowling, pub meals, the Rex cinema etc.) or in rooms 1 or 5 of Chews House. Chews house is situated in High Street South next to the Little Theatre.

If you are interested in joining us, then give us a ring and we can suggest an appropriate event to suit you.

Ramblings from the Chair...

It is great to see how many new walk leaders are now stepping forward.  This has prompted Paul and Mike to draw up a set of guidelines for new walk leaders and this in turn has made us review our insurance policy.

We run a system where our events are organised in a way that is as relaxed and informal as possible.  Nevertheless it is necessary for us, the group, our volunteers the walk leaders and you to be insured in the event of something going wrong.  It is quite clear to most of us that it would be an unreasonable risk to run the group without insurance.  However to be insured we have to make clear to our insurers what our members can expect of each other; whether they are those who give up their time to be on the committee, those who lead walks and trips and those who go on them.

We do have a system of “Walk Introductions”, each walk leader is expected to make themselves available before the walk starts and give a brief explanation of what the walk is going to entail, how long it will be and what sort of difficulties it is likely to present. If the walk is going to be conducted at a brisk pace that should also be mentioned. This is the opportunity for members to ask questions and then affirm that they are ready and fit to participate.

Whether it be an afternoon walk in the Chilterns or a challenging walk in the Mountains once we have agreed to go out as a group we will stay as a group and come back as a group.  If someone chooses to leave for some reason then that is fine as long as they let the walk leader know.  If someone is struggling we will rally around and encourage them, if someone is unwell or hurt we will do our best to look after them.

On occasions you may be asked to help out on one of our walks, the job of back marker is a bit of a thankless one but nevertheless helping to keep the group together is a very important job.  Losing someone is not acceptable and having to wait while the walk leader doubles back to search can be very disruptive and can spoil everyone else’s day.  Sometimes you may be asked to hold back at a fork in a path to wait for those behind you and help direct them.  Sometimes those at the front will be asked to moderate the pace to allow those who are lagging behind to regroup.

You should be prepared to cooperate with and help support and encourage the walk leader when it becomes necessary.  But then that’s what our members normally do and that’s what makes the boggies a bit special.

Before a walk...

Please note that although this programme is correct at the time of going to press there may be last minute changes nearer the time of an event. When possible please check on the website for any last minute changes. We will attempt to contact anyone without internet access if a major change occurs.  New members are advised to contact the walk leader before turning up, that way we can ensure we look out for them and make sure that we do not leave them behind.  We are no longer able to accept dogs on our walks.

Contact Us

Julian Clark-Lowes: 07979 435856.
Miriam Murtagh: 01582 667166.
Susan Jenkins: 01582 865966.
Wendy Hopkins: 01582 602235.
Don Snoad: 01582 601852.
Eila Goss 01582 731026

Or email us at
enquiries@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
For social event enquiries email
social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

The Committee

Chair Julian Clark-Lowes 07979435856,
74 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Beds  LU5 5LX  
chair@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

Secretary.  Peter Jackson, 07732 418260
87 Plaiters Way, Houghton Regis, Beds. LU5 6JE  
secretary@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

Treasurer Colin Meacham   07835936793
Flat 36, The Maltings, Beale Street,  Dunstable  LU6 1JS  treasurer@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

Membership Secretary Miriam Murtagh.  01582 667166
8 Radburn Court, Dunstable Beds.  LU6 1HW
membership@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

Social Organiser
Eila Goss 01582 731026 Mob.07816012248
And
Jo Robertson Mob 07739791148
social@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk

Committee Members

Mike Elliott 01582 668406 elliottm89@aol.com
Sylv Elliott 01442 269199
07890 926765
Ruth Harris-Small 01582 758483
Brian Wilson. 01582 605526
Steve Goss 01582 731026


Other Contacts.

Wendy Hopkins 01582 602235
Sue Jenkins 01582 865966
David Dumpleton 01582 607318
John Gabbitass 01582 664036
Mervyn Kempster 01525 222257
Elaine Morgan 01582 696718
Dennis Smith 07966493699
Don Snoad 01582 601852

Notices

  • Some of our walks are planned to be accessible by public transport.  However bus times and even bus services are subject to change and walk details will sometimes vary to those set out in this programme.  It is advisable to ring or e-mail the walk leader to obtain up-to-date information if public transport is involved.
  • Throughout this programme various meeting points are mentioned.  Those members unfamiliar with these rendezvous should phone the walk leader or event contact for guidance.

  • All Bogtrotters are reminded that they are most welcome to attend any and all of our meetings – Committee, Planning and Annual.  Should anyone wish to see the minutes then please contact our secretary who will furnish you with a copy.

  • Children are welcome on our walks if accompanied by an adult member of their family.  Any children who come will remain the responsibility of the accompanying adult.
  • Dogs are not permitted on our walks.
  • Photos of our activities, together with names of those participating, frequently appear on our website.  Please let us know if this is not acceptable.
      • Hostelling trips.  Members who wish to arrange their own bed & breakfast accommodation whilst the group is staying in a nearby hostel are welcome to do so.  They can then join us for the  daytime activities and evening meal, if they wish.  They would still be welcome to share travel arrangements.

      • On day walks or weekend trips members may choose to share cars or take their own.  Before leaving the meeting place please make it clear to the walk leader if you are prepared to take passengers, if you are willing to use your car to transfer drivers when this is necessary and if, for any reason, you will need to leave the walk early.  Please do not leave the walk without telling the leader and letting him/her know which passengers you will be taking, if any.
      • We try to make sure that we keep the number of emails we send out to a minimum.  However these emails have been invaluable reminders for a number of recent social events and have ensured that these events were successful and not a drain on the clubs resources.  If you feel you are getting too many emails than let us know.
      • Before a walk starts members are entitled to obtain a clear and, as far as is possible, accurate description of the walk that they are about to undertake.  They should be aware however that it is not possible for us to walk every walk in advance and even when a path is familiar to us things may have changed since we were last there.  Different walk leaders have developed different styles of Walk Introduction.  Some give a formal Health and Safety talk, others a more general Descriptive Talk and others dislike the enforced formality and give only a fairly perfunctory introduction!  However before you come out with us, if you are in any doubt about the walk you are going to undertake, or your own ability to complete it, you should explain your concerns to the walk leader first.
      Events in April 2012
      Sunday 1st April 2012Blows Downs/CaddingtonA 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.
      Thursday 5th April 2012Piccotts End to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Thursday 5th April 2012Lake District- 5 day trip away.Easter hostel tripDon 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.


      Saturday 7th April 2012Leighton Buzzard to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Sunday 8th April 2012Milton Bryan/Eversholt circularShort WalkPaul Ridgeway 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.
      Return at 3 pm. Distance approx 7 miles
      Wednesday 11th April 2012Tring CircularMidweek WalkMike 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.

      Meet time 9.50am to catch the bus to Aylesbury at 10am. At the West St Bus stop
      Return between 2-3pm. Distance 5-6 miles
      Thursday 12th April 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Saturday 14th April 2012Redbourn & HarpendenShort WalkJohn 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.
      Return -approx 2pm . Distance 7.5 miles
      Sunday 15th April 2012Varied walk around Eversholt & WoburnDay WalkRoger 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.

      Meet at 9.30am at the Yum Yum car park . If you wish to meet at Woburn please call me.
      Return 4-5pm Distance 10-12 miles
      Tuesday 17th April 2012Wetherspoons Steak NightMeal 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
      leave whenever you wish
      Thursday 19th April 2012Fenny Stratford to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Saturday 21st April 2012MauldenShort WalkWendy Hopkins 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
      Sunday 22nd April 2012 Eythrope to WaddesdonDay Walk Sylv Elliott 07890926765 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
      Thursday 26th April 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Friday 27th April 2012Games EveningSocialWendy Hopkins 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
      Saturday 28th April 2012Circular PrestonShort WalkMike 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.

      9.30am At the French's Ave small car park. Any one wishing to meet at Preston please call me.
      Return 2-3pm Distance 5 miles
      Sunday 29th April 2012Mid-Beds RambleDay WalkJane 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.
      Return 5 pm. Distance approx 10 miles
      Events in May 2012
      Thursday 3rd May 2012Leighton Buzzard to MarsworthDay walkDavid Dumpleton 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.
      Saturday 5th May 2012Dunstable/Ivinghoe Beacon CircularDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Sunday 6th May 2012Indian Sunday Buffet LunchShort Walk/ Active SocialJulian Clark-Lowes 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
      Wednesday 9th May 2012Redbourn To Hemel -Via The Nicky LineMidweek WalkMike 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.

      Meet at 9.05 to catch the St Albans bus at 9.12am. West St bus stop
      Return 1-3pm Distance 5 miles
      Thursday 10th May 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Saturday 12th May 2012East of LutonDay WalkWendy Hopkins 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
      Sunday 13th May 2012Mentmore Circular Short WalkMike 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.

      9.30am at the French's avenue small car park. If you wish to meet at Mentmore please call me.
      Return-approx 1-2pm Distance 6-7 miles
      Thursday 17th May 2012Leighton Buzzard to Little BrickhillDay walkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Saturday 19th May 2012Butlers Cross -Circular WalkDay WalkDennis 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
      Sunday 20th May 2012Gt Gaddesden & Jockey EndShort WalkJohn 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.

      Meet at 9.30am at the Yum Yum car park. If you wish to meet at Gt Gaddesden please call me.
      Return -approx 2pm. Distance-7 miles.
      Thursday 24th May 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Friday 25th May 2012Boggies Quiz NightSocial cost £3.50joanne 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
      Finish about 10.00pm
      Saturday 26th May 2012Great Brickhill CircularShort WalkHazel Rolt /Nadine Ridgeway 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
      Return at lunchtime Distance 6/7 miles
      Sunday 27th May 2012 Ampthill Circular Day WalkDon 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.

      9.30am at the small car park in French's Avenue. If you wish to meet at Ampthill please call me.
      Return -between 5-6pm. Distance 11 miles plus.
      Monday 28th May 2012Commitee/PlanningMeeting
      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
      Thursday 31st May 2012Toddington to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Events in June 2012
      Saturday 2nd June 2012Piccotts End to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Sunday 3rd June 20123 Locks Canal CircularShort WalkOlwyn 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.

      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
      Return approx 2pm Distance 6-7 miles
      Thursday 7th June 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Thursday 7th June 2012REMINDERChinese MealEila
      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.

      Saturday 9th June 2012Sue`s Mystery WalkShort WalkSue 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
      Sunday 10th June 2012Heart of the ChilternsDay WalkPaul Ridgeway 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.
      Return 5-6p.m. Distance 11-12 miles
      Tuesday 12th June 2012EAT AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE AT THE MOUTHSocial at Chinese RestaurantEila 01582731026 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.

      7.00 p.m. at The Mouth 168 High St North DunstableLU6 1AT
      When you have had enough, probably around 10 p.m.
      Thursday 14th June 2012Harpenden to St AlbansDay walkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Saturday 16th June 2012Harpenden Common Circular.Day WalkDennis 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,
      Return 4-5 pm. Distance 10 miles approx.
      Sunday 17th June 2012Sundon Hills CircularShort WalkJane 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.
      Return 2p.m. Distance 6.5 miles
      Thursday 21st June 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Events in June 2012
      Thursday 21st June 2012VISIT TO STOTFOLD MILL AND NATURE RESERVEActive Social inc short guided tourpamrumfitt@btinternet.com 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.
      Saturday 23rd June 2012Treasure HuntShort Walk + SocialWendy Hopkins 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
      Sunday 24th June 2012Circular from Gaddesden RowDay WalkMike 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.

      9.30am at the Yum Yum car park. If anyone would like to meet me at Gaddesden Row please call me.
      Return 4-5pm Distance 10 miles plus
      Wednesday 27th June 2012Marsworth to Tring via the Cow Roast LockMidweek 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.

      Meet at 9.50am to catch the 10am Aylesbury bus at the West St bus stop
      Return 2-3pm Distance approx 7 miles
      Thursday 28th June 2012Harlington to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Saturday 30th June 2012Lilley & surrounding area Circular Walk.Day WalkRoger 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.

      Meet at 9.30am at Priory School. If you wish to meet at Lilley please call me.
      Return-4-5pm. Distance 10-12 miles.
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      Events in July 2012
      Sunday 1st July 2012A View from Deacon HillShort WalkMike 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.

      Meet 9.30am at the French's ave small car park. If you wish to meet at Pirton please call me.
      Return 2-3pm. Distance 6-7 miles
      Thursday 5th July 2012Tring to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Saturday 7th July 2012Toddington to DunstableDay WalkDavid Dumpleton 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
      Events in July 2012
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      Thursday 12th July 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Saturday 14th July 2012BBQSocialSue 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.

      Saturday 14th July 2012Charity Walk Day at Woburn in aid of Keech Cottage HospiceHalf Day or Day WalkPaul Ridgeway 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.

      First walk meet French`s Ave 6.30am. 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
      Events in July 2012
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      Thursday 19th July 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Events in July 2012
      Friday 20th July 2012Cholderton YH and Salisbury YHHostel 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.

      Events in July 2012
      Saturday 21st July 2012Mystery WalkShort WalkPaul Ridgeway 07836688476
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      Sunday 22nd July 2012AshridgeEarly Morning WalkWendy Hopkins 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
      Thursday 26th July 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Events in July 2012
      Saturday 28th July 2012titleDay WalkRoger Pepworth.
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      Sunday 29th July 2012Sandridge and Heartwood ForestShort WalkJohn Gabbitass 01582 664036.
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      Monday 30th July 2012Commitee/PlanningMeeting
      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
      Thursday 2nd August 2012Wetherspoon WanderDay 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
      Events in August 2012
      Thursday 2nd August 2012Bunk House Long Week-endWalking in the BreconsSylv Elliott 07890926765 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

      To be advised nearer time
      Events in August 2012
      Saturday 4th August 2012Caldecote Lake WalkShort WalkJo Robertson
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      Sunday 5th August 2012Cow Roast to Buckland Common CircularDay walkPaul Ridgeway 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
      Return around 5pm Distance approx 11 miles
      Events in October 2012
      Saturday 27th October 2012Isle of WightHotel tripMalcolm 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.


      Location Plan...

      Where we meet...
      The Yum Yum, Priory School, Chews House,
      French's Avenue and the Fire Station.