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Dunstable & District Walking &
Hostelling Group
Programme
May –
August
2010
www.dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk
Ramblings from the
Chair ……
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the
Bogtrotters. Coincidentally it is also
ten years since I joined. In that ten
years I have travelled with the Bogtrotters the length and breadth of the
I have also got to know and love our surrounding
countryside in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hertfordshire.
Nevertheless it is still possible for me to stand, as
I did recently, on Old Winchester Hill Iron Age Fort and marvel at the beauty
and diversity of our countryside and wonder why I had never been there before.
The last 10 years have also seen a major change in the
status of the Bogtrotters. We were
originally founded as a local area group of the YHA. Several years ago the YHA reorganised and all
the local groups were reformed as independent organisations affiliated loosely
to the YHA. Many of these have since
withered away and have disbanded or now only consist of a small band of older
members. Others such as the Croydon
Group, now known as COPSE, have continued to flourish. The formula that we have adopted with our
publicity and new members evenings has been largely based upon Copse’s
experience. As a result we now have a
large group of enthusiastic new members, many of whom contribute actively and
serve on the committee.
The YHA always saw itself as a campaigning
organisation that sought to promote engagement with the natural world. I think that basically this is what the
Bogtrotters are still about. And so by
providing a safe, welcoming, sociable and inclusive group of friends you can
join, and get away with for an inexpensive weekend, or even just a morning
ramble, we will continue to provide a valuable and worthwhile service.
So here’s to the
next 45 years……
Julian
COMMITTEE
POSITION NAME TEL. NO. E-MAIL
Chairman Julian
Clark-Lowes 07979435856
74 Leafields
Houghton Regis
Beds
LU5 5LX
Secretary Elaine
Morgan 01582 696718
Dunstable LU5 5AE
Treasurer Colin Meacham 07835936793
Flat
36, The Maltings,
Dunstable LU6 1JS
Membership Secretary Sue Jenkins 01582 865966 suejenkins13@yahoo.co.uk 74 Leafields
Houghton Regis
Beds LU5 5LX
Social Organiser John Buckley 01582 896215
Publicity Officer Roger Pepworth 01582 538414 roger.pepworth@hotmail.co.uk
Mike
Elliott 01582 668406 elliottm89aol.com Malcolm
Gladman 07841596358
Eila
Goss 01582 731026
Ruth Harris-Small 01582 758483
Paul
Ridgeway 01582
601252
Jackie Taylor 01582 527618
Dave
Tomkins 01582
526588
(
Christine Brock 01494
729636
( Chris Clayton 01582
866305
( David Dumpleton 01582 607318
Other (
John Gabbitass 01582 664036
Contacts (
Wendy Hopkins 01582 602235
( Mervyn Kempster 01525 222257
( Joanne Robertson 07739791148
( 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 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.
·
If members
wish to bring dogs on our walks please contact the walk leader to check on suitability.
·
Photos of
our activities, together with names of those participating, frequently appear
on our website. Please let us know if this is not acceptable.
·
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 and
letting him know which passengers you will be taking, if any.
·
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.
May
Friday 30th April – Eila requires bookings for Clyffe Pypard bunkhouse trip (Sat 5th – Sun 6th June).
Friday 30th April – Monday 3rd
May
Peak District Hostel Trip Leader Don Snoad
01582 601852
We are now
stopping in the Youth Hostel at Youlgreave in the
Sunday 2nd May
Studham/Dagnall Short Walk Leader Dave Tomkins
01582 526588
Now known as “the Bluebell Walk” - though this circular stroll may be too early for bluebells.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5.5 miles
Thursday 6th May
Little Brickhill/Leighton Buzzard Day Walk Leader Roger Pepworth
01582 538414
A very varied
walk, beginning and ending along the
Meet time
Meet at Bus Stop
L,
Saturday
8th May
John Bunyan Trail part 8 Day Walk Leader Dennis Smith
07966493699
The poor weather
during the winter prevented us completing this long distance footpath but today
we hope to walk from Warden Hills, through Lilley and Streatley, before
finishing at
Meet time 9 am Return
about
Meet at
Monday 10th May
The Globe Social Contact John Buckley
01582 896215
An opportunity
to join friends and visit this excellent real ale pub that was recently awarded
the CAMRA “Best Pub in
Meet time
Meet at The
Globe,
Tuesday 11th May
Clements End Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
This walk takes
us via
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 14 miles
Saturday 15th May
Toddington Circular Half Day Leader Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
We park in
Toddington and follow a route that takes us north to the
Meet time
Meet at French’s Avenue, Dunstable Distance 6 miles
Monday 17th May
Wii Night Social Contact John Buckley
01582 896215
Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Individual and team events, with small prizes for outstanding performances! Please feel free to bring along your own favourite Wii discs, but don’t practise too much beforehand. It would be helpful to let me know in advance if you intend to come so that I can build an extension if necessary!
Meet time
Meet at 5 Periwinkle Terrace, Dunstable
Thursday 20th May
Leighton Buzzard Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
We will take a bus to Leighton Buzzard and walk back via the villages of Slapton, Eaton Bray and Totternhoe.
Meet time 9.10
for no. 70 bus leaving at 9.18 am Return about
Meet at the bus
stop,
Friday 21st May – Wendy needs to know if you are interested in the Rex (Tuesday 22nd June).
Saturday 22nd May
Wheathampstead Circular Day Walk Leader Sue Jenkins
01582 865966
We will be
parking in Wheathampstead, crossing the River Lea twice and visiting
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at
Sunday 23rd May
Blows
01582 526588
A walk over Blows Downs to Caddington Green for elevenses, then return.
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5 miles
Monday 24th May Committee Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club.
Meet time
Meet at
Dunstable Fire Station
Wednesday 26th May
Aston Clinton/
01582 668406
This short winter walk was cancelled before due to snow. We will now try again! The route follows the
Wendover Arm of the canal back to Marsworth Lock, where we finish off in one of the 2 pubs whilst waiting for our return transport to Dunstable. If time permits we can stroll around the reservoir checking out the wild life. The only refreshment stop is at the end so please bring a flask and a snack.
This would be classed as an easy to moderate walk along canal footpaths.
Meet time 9.50 to
catch
Meet at Bus Stop
F,
Saturday 29th May
01525 222257
This circular
walk follows the
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at
June
Tuesday 1st June
07979435856
A circular walk
starting and finishing at the “Live and Let Live”, Pegsdon. Most of this walk forms part of the Chiltern
Way Extension. We will head out along
the CWE towards Little Offley past fine views of Deacon Hill and panoramic
views of Knocking Hoe before circling around and, after a short section on
ordinary footpaths, rejoin the CWE and return to Hexton where refreshments seem
probable. Those coming direct should be
ready at Hexton by
Meet time
Meet at French’s Avenue, Dunstable Distance 5 miles
Thursday 3rd June
Marsworth Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
Taking the bus to Marsworth our return walk visits Aldbury, Ashridge, Studham and Whipsnade.
Meet time 9.50
for no. 61 bus leaving at 10 am Return about
Meet at the bus
stop
Saturday 5th - Sunday 6th
June
Clyffe Pypard Bunkhouse Trip Leader Eila Goss
01582 731026
This friendly
bunkhouse offers comfortable accommodation in one of the oldest pubs in
Wiltshire. Set in the
Currently the whole of this bunkhouse is reserved for our group – 14 beds for a total of £177 for the Saturday night - £13 per person if we take full occupancy. There is also the possibility of extending your trip by arriving on Friday or leaving on Monday but you would have to confirm this directly with Clyffe Pypard and organise your own transport. If further details are required please contact Eila asap.
Booking by 30th April please
Sunday 6th June
Sharpenhoe Clappers Short Walk Leader Dave Tomkins
01582 526588
This gentle walk
over Sharpenhoe Clappers touches on the
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 4.5 – 5 miles
Monday 7th June Programme Planning Meeting
Please come along with your suggestions for the September to December 2010 Programme. This is your chance to put your ideas forward. Even if you do not wish to lead a walk or hostel trip, or become involved in the club’s social activities, your input is always welcome.
Meet time
Meet at Dunstable Fire Station
Wednesday 9th June
Dunstable Downs to Studham Short Walk Leader Mike Elliott 01582 668406
This route
includes part of The Chiltern Way and the
This walk would be classed easy to moderate with some hills
Meet time 10 am Return
Meet at Gateway Centre
car park, Dunstable
Friday 11th June – Sue requires numbers for the Studham Common Work Party (Saturday 19th June).
Saturday 12th June
Chiltern Way/Teashop Walk Day Walk Leader Dennis Smith
07966493699
Parking at Great Gaddesden we head out to Nettleden, circle round Potten End to the teashop at Little Heath Farm and walk on to Piccotts End and a pub stop. Our route then follows paths to Briden’s Camp before returning to our cars at Great Gaddesden.
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at
Tuesday 15th June
Ivinghoe Beacon Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
This walk takes us to Dunstable Downs, Whipsnade, Dagnall, Ivinghoe Beacon, Ivinghoe Aston, Edlesborough, Eaton Bray and Totternhoe before returning to The Square, Dunstable. The route can be seen
at http://explore.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/os_routes/show/14070. Please keep an eye on the weather forecast and wear appropriate clothing for the day. Also bring a packed lunch – pub stops are not promised. And be prepared to lose the way sometimes – these circular routes are unlikely to have been walked beforehand.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 17 miles
Thursday 17th June
Wetherspoon Curry Night Social Contact John Buckley
01582 896215
Enjoy a curry
with all the trimmings for £4.99 and this includes an alcoholic or
non-alcoholic drink from a wide selection.
(Note that parking is free at the adjacent Asda car park after
Meet time
Meet at “The Gary Cooper” Wetherspoons, Court Drive, Dunstable (adjacent to Grove Theatre)
Saturday 19th June
Conservation at Studham Common Work Party Contact Sue Jenkins
01582 865966
If you came to “The Big Bash” at Studham in January then you will know what a great day we had. This time we will be working for just half a day and then we all finish our endeavours with an excellent lunch
provided by the Friends of Studham Common. Our work will probably include scrub clearance, clearing footpaths and restoring hedgerows. All equipment is provided, you just need to bring yourself, gloves and “gardening clothes”.
Please could you let me know whether you will be coming by June 11th as numbers will be needed for organising lunch and equipment.
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at
Sunday 20th June
Navigator’s Way Day Walk Leader Eila Goss
01582 731026
This short day
walk starts via the riverside paths from North and South Bridge Streets, going
out of Shefford towards
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 7-8 miles
Tuesday 22nd June
The
“… possibly
Thursday 24th June
Toddington Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
After taking the
bus to Toddington our return walk takes us to Harlington,
Meet time 9.25
for no. X31 bus leaving at 9.34 am Return about
Meet at the bus
stop
Sunday 27th June
Totternhoe Knolls Short Walk Leader Dave Tomkins
01582 526588
Green Lanes and Totternhoe Knolls, walking back along the old railway track to The Globe for a lunchtime pint, or two!
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5 miles
Sunday 27th June
Ridgeway Charity Walk Day or Half Day Leader Paul Ridgeway
01582 601252
Princess Risborough -Wendover - Ivinghoe Beacon. Walk along one of the oldest
"roads" in
Spectacular ridge walking with fine views combined with some woodland paths, including going past Chequers between the Princes Risborough and Wendover section. Join us for either the whole day or at lunch-time for the second (11 mile) section from Wendover to Ivinghoe Beacon, where we hope to finish by approx 6 pm.
In order to successfully offer the option of a half day or full day walk we will need a volunteer – or more – to meet the 11 milers in the afternoon at the Yum Yum, organise the transport and lead the convoy to our meet point in Wendover. This volunteer/s would then take their car to Ivinghoe Beacon and shuffle the half day walkers back to their cars at the end of the day. Please contact Paul if you are able to help.
Please join us for what has become a tradition and is supporting a good cause.
Sponsorship forms are attached to the back of this programme or can be downloaded.
Meet time full
day 8 am/half day 12.30 pm Return about
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 20 or 11 miles
Monday 28th June
Barton Hill Farm Conservation Visit Contact Eila Goss
01582 731026
The Shaw family, who have owned this arable farm since 1982, invite people to a conducted tour of their property, showing them what it means to be a conservation farm and giving an insight into modern farming and the flora, fauna, birds and beautiful wild flowers including orchids. They have been accepted into two significant environmental schemes: Natural England Entry and Higher Level Stewardship. They actively encourage and manage areas of chalk downland.
The farm has a couple of steep hills but the amazing views, especially as the sun sets, make the effort worthwhile. The family are more than willing to try to answer all questions and make the whole thing good, interesting, fun. No need to book, the more the merrier, bring friends, relations and anyone else who shows an interest. Whilst this event is free it is organised for the benefit of our local Keech Hospice, where all donations will be sent. There will be a short introductory chat followed by the walk after which refreshments are provided.
The farm is off the A6 Streatley roundabout. Travelling from Luton go round the roundabout, turn right towards Lilley and the farm is on the left down a drive about a mile along that road – LU2 8ND roughly. If anyone needs a lift please contact Eila or Sue and we will try and organise something.
Meet time
Meet at Barton Hill Farm Distance 3-4 miles
Wednesday 30th June – John requires bookings for
July
Thursday 1st July
07739791148
This circular walk around
and walking boots will not be necessary. We will end with a meal at the Caldecott Arms pub, where 2
meals can be purchased for £10: http://www.pub-explorer.com/bucks/pub/caldecottearms.htm.
the southern part of
boats are excluded from some areas and this creates sanctuaries for large flocks of water birds. These
can be seen from two hides on the south lake, one at the end of the point near the business park and one
further round on the south shore.
For those not
wishing to walk but who would like to meet for the meal we should be dining at
about
If possible contact Joanne in advance as she may be able to reserve an area in the restaurant for our group. Lifts can be arranged from Dunstable.
Meet time
or
Saturday 3rd July
Chipperfield Half Day Leader John Gabbitass
01582 664036
For those of you
who have never heard of Chipperfield it’s south of
After your walk and if the weather is favourable and your driver is willing, then why not extend your visit with lunch at the village pub or a picnic on the green.
Meet time
Meet at
Sunday 4th July
Tanners
01582 866305
Starting from Leatherhead Football Club this 30 mile route should be completed within 10 hours to gain a personal certificate. The Bogtrotters have successfully competed for the shield many times but sadly 2010 will be the last Tanners Marathon. This is a hugely satisfying event which follows slightly different paths each year but is always a friendly affair with lots of support. Contact Chris as above or on 0781 666 9760 if you would like to join the elite and help us win the shield one last time. There is also a 20 mile challenge on the same day and some of us will be certain to take this on.
The 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 express your interest and to obtain further details.
Meet time 7.15
am Return about
Meet at
Monday 5th July Committee Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club.
Meet time
Meet at Dunstable Fire Station
Thursday 8th July
Caddington/Markyate Day Walk Leader Roger Pepworth
01582 538414
A very local
walk - no buses today! We will follow the
eastern edge of Blows Downs Plateau into Caddington, then on to the Discovery
Centre at
bus from Markyate.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at the
Blows Downs end of
Saturday 10th July
Teashop Walk Day Walk Leader Dennis Smith
07966493699
I thought we would stay fairly local today. We will park at the bottom of Ivinghoe Beacon, head off to the first tea stop in Ivinghoe. From here we cut across to the canal and the swing bridge for another tea shop at Tring reservoir. We then circle round to Ashridge and the teashop at the Monument. This is a lovely area to walk around - even better if the weather is nice.
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at
Tuesday 13th July
Wetherspoons Grill Night Social Contact John Buckley
01582 896215
Enjoy a steak or
gammon etc with all the trimmings for £5.99 – and this includes an alcoholic or
non- alcoholic drink from a wide selection.
(Note that parking is free at the adjacent Asda car park after
More details can
be found on the website: http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/food-and-drink/food/
wetherspoon-clubs/curry-club.php.
Meet time
Meet at “The Gary Cooper” Wetherspoons, Court Drive, Dunstable (part of the Grove Theatre complex).
Wednesday 14th July
01582 668406
A circular walk
starting from Redbourn Common to Redbournbury Mill and returning, taking in the
views of the
Meet time 9.15
for
Meet at Bus Stop D, The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 4 miles
Friday 16th July – Sue requires bookings for the Barbecue (Monday 19th July).
Saturday 17th July
Sherington & Olney Day Walk Leader John Gabbitass
01582 664036
A walk starting from the pretty(ish) Buckinghamshire village of Sherington - just off the A509 Newport Pagnell to Olney road.
The intention is
to take a clockwise route out towards Filgrave and
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at
Sunday 18th July
Little Gaddesden Short Walk Leader Dave Tomkins
01582 526588
This short stroll for a summer’s day takes us from Little Gaddesden to Ashridge for coffee.
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 4 - 4.5 miles
Monday 19th July
Barbecue Social Contact Sue Jenkins
01582 865966
This annual
Bogtrotters’ event will take place in Sue and Julian’s garden at 74 Leafields,
Houghton
· Approximate cost £3.00
·
· tea/coffee/orange will be provided but please bring a bottle if that is your preference
· please bring a garden chair
· phone Sue to book a place by July 16th
· please bring good weather.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
Tuesday 20th July
Streatley Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
This walk
follows the
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 17 miles
Wednesday 21st July – Sunday 8th
August
01582 601852
This exploration
of the islands of Eigg and Rhum and the “Rough Bounds” of Knoydart, one of the
last remaining wilderness areas of
Saturday 24th July
A View from Deacon Hill Half Day Leader Mike Elliott
01582 668406
Starting at
Pirton we will ascend the chalk downs to Deacon Hill and descend via High Down
House back to Pirton, following part of the
This is classed as a moderate to medium walk with one stile, green lanes, tracks and field paths.
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at French’s Avenue, Dunstable Distance 6.5 miles
Sunday 25th July
Codicote/Langley/Knebworth Day Walk Leader Wendy Hopkins
01582 602235
This early start
is to allow ourselves time to drive to the outskirts of Codicote for this
undulating walk. Our lunch stop will be
in
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at
Thursday 29th July
Stoke
01582 607318
We take the bus to Stoke Hammond and walk back via Great Brickhill, Potsgrove, Battlesden, Hockliffe and Stanbridge.
Meet time 9.10
for no. 70 bus leaving at 9.18 am Return about
Meet at the bus
stop,
Friday 30th July – Eila requires bookings for Chinese meal (Monday 9th August).
Saturday 31st July
Pednor & Old Lees Day Walk Leader Christine Brock
01494 729636
We will be walking through Pednor,
Ballinger, onto The Lees and return. Starting
at The Queens Head public house,
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at
August
Sunday 1st August
Turvey Circular Day Walk Leader Elaine Morgan
01582 696718
We drive to
Turvey for this short day walk. Cars can
park in the lay-by west of the 13th century 11-arched bridge. Fine views are enjoyed on this gently
undulating route in the valley of the Ouse on the Beds/ Bucks border, as our
walk explores the country to the south of the attractive
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at French’s Avenue, Dunstable Distance 6-7 miles
Monday 2nd August
The Globe Social Contact John Buckley
01582 896215
Another chance to sample the excellent atmosphere and beer offered by this real ale pub close to home.
Meet time
Meet at The
Globe,
Tuesday 3rd August
Battlesden Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
From Green Lanes we walk to Totternhoe Lower End, Stanbridge, Hockliffe, Battlesden, Tebworth, Wingfield, Bidwell, Chalk Hill, Sewell and return to The Square, Dunstable. Our route can be seen by visiting http://explore.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/os_routes/show/14069. Please keep an eye on the weather forecast and wear appropriate clothing for the day. Also bring a packed lunch – pub stops are not promised. And be prepared to lose the way sometimes – these circular routes are unlikely to have been walked beforehand.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 16 miles
Saturday 7th August
Flamstead Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
This circular walk follows the Chiltern Way
towards Gaddesden Row, heads to Briden’s Camp, flirts with the outskirts of
Redbourn to pick up the Hertfordshire Way and returns, not necessarily
directly, to Flamstead.
The terrain is mainly open country with some woodland and roads plus a
few gentle hills. The return time is
approximate – depending on the lure of the pub!
Meet time 9.30 am Return about
Meet at
Sunday 8th August
Olney Half Day Leader John Gabbitass
01582 664036
Hope you liked Olney the other week, because we’re going there again. This time I shall take us along footpaths which for the most part your leader has not walked before, so they will be new to me and perhaps to you as well. Our circular course does however include a section of the Milton Keynes Boundary Walk which I vaguely remember from a few years ago. Dickens Spinney, Hungary Hall, Kilwick Wood, Olney Park Farm and Olney Hyde are all spots on the map which are definitely new to me.
Meet time 9 am Return about
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 7 miles
Monday 9th August
Chinese Social Contact Eila Goss
01582 731026
This Chinese was recommended as being good
quality and friendly. It is an “eat as
much as you like” but not a buffet - they cook your order fresh from the menu. They
are prepared to open especially for our group but Eila must let them have rough
numbers, although they will probably squeeze in one or two more if you suddenly
decide you wish join us. Please let Eila
know asap if you wish to go and let her have your deposit of £4.
Meet time
Meet at The Mouth
Restaurant,
Wednesday 11th August
01582 668406
This route goes from
Classed as an easy to moderate walk –along canal foot paths
Meet time 9.50
to catch
Meet at bus stop
F,
Saturday 14th August
Langford to Ickleford Day Walk Leader Wendy Hopkins 01582 602235
This linear walk
starts in mid-Beds just south of Biggleswade on the River Ivel. We will walk south passing Poppy Hill Farm,
through
Meet time
Meet at The Yum
Yum, Dunstable Distance 11 miles
Sunday 15th August
01582 526588
This is a good
walk starting in
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5.25 miles
Monday 16th August Committee Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club.
Meet time
Tuesday 17th August – John needs to know if you are coming to the Picnic tomorrow evening.
Wednesday 18th August
Picnic on the
01582 896215
Bring your Frisbee or your kite or simply participate in the picnic. Please let John know by Tuesday 17th August if you intend coming so that food provision can be co-ordinated.
Meet time
Meet at the top
of Dunstable Downs at the wooden picnic tables in front of the entrance to the
Visitor Centre, from where we will be walking towards the site of the old café.
Saturday 21st August
Markyate/Pepperstock Half Day Leader Steve Goss
01582 731026
This relatively easy circular walk starts in Markyate and heads to Pepperstock where there is a nice pub serving lager, cider, coffee, etc. We return via Aley Green and Woodside through rolling Hertfordshire countryside and some woodland.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at
Sunday 22nd August
07979435856
This linear walk
follows the
Meet time 8.45 am at French’s Avenue, Dunstable Return 6 pm
or 9.30 am at
Mangrove Green
Distance 9.7 miles
Monday 23rd August
Farmer’s Boy Evening Pub Walk Leader John Buckley
01582 896215
The summer provides us with the opportunity to undertake an evening walk to the Farmer’s Boy at Kensworth, last visited by the group in June. The ale and pork scratchings were excellent and we hope for more of the same. Please bring a torch.
Meet time
Meet outside the
Co-Op,
Thursday 26th August
Piccotts End Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
We take the bus
to Piccotts End and walk back via Flamstead, Markyate and Kensworth to the
Meet time 9.05 for no. X31 bus leaving at 9.15 am Return 3 pm
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 11 miles
Friday 27th – Monday 30th
August
01582 896215
Twelve beds have been reserved (two dormitories, each sleeping four, plus two double rooms) at this riverside mansion, surrounded by lawns and gardens and within walking distance of the City centre, where Viking and Roman feet once trod. We will be travelling up by car on the Friday morning and returning after lunch on the Bank Holiday Monday. There will the opportunity to complete the circular walk round the medieval City walls, visit the Minster, walk along the banks of the River Ouse, go shopping, tour the museums and perhaps even go on a ghost tour!
Approximate cost
£75 for 3 nights, (including breakfast). Bookings by 30th June
Saturday 28th August
Preston/Kings Walden Park Short Walk Leader Mike Elliott
01582 668406
A walk in the
rolling hills between
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at
Tuesday 31st August
Flamstead Day Walk Leader David Dumpleton
01582 607318
This circular walk heads for Blows Downs and on to Caddington, Woodside, Pepperstock, Flamstead, Markyate, Kensworth, Dunstable Downs and back to The Square. The route can be viewed by visiting http://explore.ordnabncesurvey.co.uk/os_routes/show/14073. Please keep an eye on the weather forecasts and wear appropriate clothing for the day. Also bring a packed lunch – pub stops are not promised. And be prepared to lose the way sometimes – these circular routes are unlikely to have been walked beforehand.
Meet time 9.30
am Return about
Meet at The Square, Dunstable Distance approx 15 miles
September
Sunday 5th September
Whipsnade to Studham Short Walk Leader Dave Tomkins
01582 526588
Just a short, late summer stroll to Studham Common for a coffee break (bring a flask or whatever …. ). We will be returning by a different route.
Meet time 9.30
am Return
Meet at The Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5 miles
Wednesday 8th September
Kensworth Quarry/Dunstable Downs Short Walk Leader Mike Elliott
01582 668406
We will start at the Yum Yum, walk to Kensworth quarry and follow this around to the top of Dunstable Downs where we plan to stop at the Gateway Centre for refreshments before returning to the Yum Yum.
This is walk is classed as easy to moderate, with some hills.
Meet time 10
am
Return
Meet at the Yum Yum, Dunstable Distance 5 miles max
Saturday 11th September
Swan’s Way Day Walk Leader Dennis Smith
07966493699
Swan’s Way is slightly different to the other routes that we
have walked as it is a long-distance bridleway rather than a long-distance
footpath. It runs for approximately 65
miles, from
Saturday 25th September
Ashridge Boundary Trail Day Walk Leader Dennis Smith
07966493699
The Ashridge Estate Boundary Trail is a 16 mile circular
walk that goes round the National Trust’s Ashridge Estate, on the northern edge
of the
Meet time 9 am Return about
Monday 27th September Committee
Meeting
All members are welcome to attend and contribute to the running of the club.
Meet time
Meet at Dunstable Fire Station
October
Monday 4th October Annual General Meeting
Meet time
DUNSTABLE
& DISTRICT
WALKING
& HOSTELLING GROUP
present
their Annual 20 mile Sponsored
Walk
from Princes Risborough to
Ivinghoe Beacon following the Ridgeway
Money raised will be used to
support the Disabled Ramblers Association
This walk is on
Name of Sponsor
Address
Amount Total Amount
Per Mile
Promised
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I certify that ___________________________________
Completed _____________ miles of the Ridgeway Path
Signed _____________________________________________
Walk Organiser