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Chipperfield to St Albans Abbey Station
Visorando Member
9.00 mi
+404 ft
-574 ft
4h 30
Easy
Departure from Chipperfield (Hertfordshire)
Starts at Two Brewers Inn, Chipperfield. Passes thru' Kings Langley where we join the Grand Union Canal for a short distance. Then thru' Bedmond & Potters Crouch before descending past the Roman wall into Verulamium Park and past St Albans Cathedral to finish at St Albans Abbey Station.
Chipperfield and the Chess Valley, Chilterns
Association / Club / Walk leader5.81 mi
+430 ft
-440 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Chipperfield (Hertfordshire)
A rewarding, scenic country walk exploring several commons and villages along with an attractive river valley. Good pubs!
Wild Flowers from Cassiobury Park
4.67 mi
+148 ft
-157 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Watford (Hertfordshire)
This beautiful walk takes you from the outskirts of Watford into the depths of the countryside to see a host of wild flowers.
A Sense of Dacorum
6.32 mi
+289 ft
-285 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Dacorum (Hertfordshire)
This walk demonstrates that modern Hemel Hempstead and its environs have much more to offer than cynics would have you believe, taking in sections of canal and river and what has been described as one of the prettiest streets in Hertfordshire.
From Hemel Hempstead station
6.36 mi
+256 ft
-282 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Dacorum (Hertfordshire)
Starting from Hemel Hempstead Station this is a walk which can be enjoyed without a car. The station is right on the edge of the town so virtually all the route is through the open country, much of it through Boxmoor Trust land, on the plateau of the Chilterns and along the Grand Union Canal. There are lots of reminders of the history of the area from 1594 through WWII. If you are lucky you may see a couple of rare farm breeds kept on Trust land and some interesting birds along the canal.
Circular country loop around Radlett
11.85 mi
+338 ft
-354 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aldenham (Hertfordshire)
The walk alternates between countryside and woodland, paths, trails and small roads, making a large loop around Radlett from the Aldenham Golf & Country Club.It runs alongside or through some magnificent locations, including, in no particular order, the golf course, Munden House estate, Wall Hall, Shenley Wood, the Ver and Colne valleys, Battlers Green Farm, etc.
St Albans Abbey Station to Hertford East Station
15.15 mi
+220 ft
-344 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from St Albans (Hertfordshire)
The stage starts at St Albans Abbey Station. Soon joins River Ver Path for 0.65 miles. Climbs to join the Alban Way (old railway line) all the way to and thru' Hatfield. Passes Mill Green Mill and follows Welwyn Centenary Walk thru' a golf course & The Commons Nature Reserve, then joins the Cole Green Way (old railwayline) to Hertford. Goes thru' the old part of this county town, taking in the castle and grounds, then joins the River Lea Navigation to just north of Hertford East Station.
Little Hay and Box Moor Trust
4.99 mi
+279 ft
-272 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bovingdon (Hertfordshire)
A great circular walk combining canal, chalk stream and woodland, along with some lovely scenic views over the Bulbourne Valley.
The route is described from Little Hay Golf Club, but it is easy to join at Waypoint 7, from the south side of Hemel or the Railway Station.
Metro-Land, Chilterns
6.14 mi
+177 ft
-161 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Batchworth (Hertfordshire)
This walk visits Rickmansworth and Croxley Green, whose current size and character owe much to the arrival of the Metropolitan Railway. The varied route includes woodland, fields, a moor designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a village green, rivers and a canal.
The Holly Brush - Route 3
Tourism professional5.45 mi
+220 ft
-194 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Redbourn (Hertfordshire)
Adventurous walk with steep hill climbs and a winding woodland path.
The Holly Bush - Route 2
1.97 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
0h 55
Easy
Departure from Redbourn (Hertfordshire)
Easy level walking and solid underfoot throughout.
The Holly Brush, Redbourn
4.89 mi
+118 ft
-105 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Redbourn (Hertfordshire)
Easy walking with some mild hill climbs and busy road. This is the Route 1.
Rickmansworth Aquadrome to Cassiobury Park
8.81 mi
+272 ft
-279 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Batchworth (Hertfordshire)
This walk starts at Ricky Aquadrome with its 3 lakes and goes along a delightful stretch of the River Chess, through Whippendell Woods (particularly nice in mid April when the bluebells are out), to Cassiobury Park with its 2 cafes and voted one of the 10 best parks in Britain and along short stretches of the River Gade and Grand Union Canal. Do allow plenty of time for exploring the many interesting features on this walk.
Colne Valley Wildlife, Chilterns
6.12 mi
+144 ft
-144 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Batchworth (Hertfordshire)
This walk gives you the opportunity to experience the abundance of wildlife in the beautiful Colne Valley across many different types of habitat. It’s a wonderful location for all ages to explore and enjoy with the possibility of spotting rare migrating birds.
Redbourn and Redbournbury
6.07 mi
+249 ft
-266 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Redbourn (Hertfordshire)
A route to the South of Redbourn with gentle hills, good views and pleasant walking through the Ver Valley and water meadows. On a fine day you might see families taking a dip at the ford! A minor detour is possible to look at Redbournbury Mill.
Gade Valley Nature Walk
3.91 mi
+466 ft
-466 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
Gordon Beningfield was an artist with an international reputation for his beautiful depictions of the natural world. He spent many happy hours walking through the countryside with his close friend, naturalist and broadcaster Dennis Furnell. This walk, one of their favourites, is described by Dennis.
Harpenden to the River Ver and back via Childwickbury
6.21 mi
+226 ft
-246 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Harpenden (Hertfordshire)
A pleasant walk from Harpenden Common down to Redbournbury Mill, along the River Ver and then up to Childwickbury Manor and back to Harpenden.
Woodoaks Farm
4.83 mi
+377 ft
-381 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Three Rivers (Hertfordshire)
This short but varied walk starts from an historic farm, enjoys sweeping views and looks at some important local history. There's also the chance to explore nature in Philipshill and "No Dragon" woods.
You can finish the walk with some of the best cake in the area.
Hertfordshire Mansions and Parklands - From Great Gaddesden
6.45 mi
+341 ft
-351 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This walk is over the undulating plateau of the Chiltern dip slope, through the parklands of some of the 18th Century mansions which dot the Chilterns. Although the land is now more given over to arable agriculture, the landscape is still greatly influenced by the great designers, including Capability Brown. A walk with great views over the Gade valley and a revelation of the life style of baronets and local squires in the 1700s and the lesser houses of their tenants.
From Great Gaddesden to Little Gaddessden
7.29 mi
+554 ft
-564 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This walk explores some of the hamlets of the Chilterns which, although close to Hemel Hempstead retain their remoteness in their quiet locations. It goes over the typical chalk uplands of the Gade valley and up to the beechwoods of the National Trust Ashridge estate. It passes charming 17th century cottages, a vineyard, a Buddhist Temple and long established churches. The country truly merits its AONB designation.
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