A walk starting with (hopefully) coffee and a bun in Abbots Langley.  From the village our clockwise circular route takes us out across fields, over the M25 and down to the canal close to Kings Langley.  Towpath lovers will enjoy the stroll towards Nash Mills.  We then make tracks uphill towards Pimlico and the “White Hart” at Bedmond for a timely stop.  From there we re-cross the M25 and back via fields and lanes to our start point.

If you plan to join the Tanners Marathon on Sunday then you may like to arrive really early by staying in this camping barn near Guildford.  Listed as “a sustainable camping barn set amidst beautiful countryside” there is a possibility that accommodation may be available for Friday and Saturday nights.  Anyone wanting to spend Sunday night in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty could be booked into Tanners Hatch Youth Hostel.        

 

This annual trip into the Surrey countryside uses private transport to the start point at Leatherhead Football Club.  The 30 mile route, which should be completed within 10 hours to gain a personal certificate, changes each year but is always a friendly affair with lots of support.  Last year members of the Bogtrotters once again won the Team Trophy, so if you would like to help us retain the shield contact Chris on 01582 866305 or 0781 666 9760.  There is also a 20 mile challenge if 30 is a step too far. 

The approximate cost of this event is £12-£20, which includes the entry fee, transport and refreshments but if you are planning on joining this marathon please contact Chris to advise him of your interest and to obtain further details.  Sadly 2010 will be the last time this hugely satisfying challenge will take place – so you cannot put off your participation for too long

See also the trip to Saturday 4th July 2009 - Monday 6th July 2009 if you would like to make a weekend of it.

A summer saunter – not even a bus to catch.  Enjoy coffee on the Downs and then amble through villages, returning along Sewell Cycleway.