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Association / Club / Walk leader
7.05 mi
+246 ft
-266 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Borough of Luton
Walk from Luton Airport Parkway station along the disused railway to Welwyn before climbing to Chiltern Green and returning via a ruined Tudor castle and the airport perimeter.
Flamstead & Beechwood Park
8.57 mi
+299 ft
-331 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Flamstead (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk from Flamstead via Beechwood Park through peaceful rolling country.
Caddington and Blows Down, Chilterns
6.17 mi
+315 ft
-295 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Dunstable (Central Bedfordshire)
⚠️Two sections of the walk are closed for work so the walk has been suspended - check back in June.⚠️
A walk along quiet country paths to Caddington and the ancient woodland of Badgerdell wood before emerging at the top of the steep hillside above Dunstable. Enjoy the extensive views from Blow's Down.
Escape to Lilley, Chilterns
5.36 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Borough of Luton
It is surprising how easy it is to escape from urban Luton to quiet open countryside. This walk is a short circuit from Bushmead to Lilley and back.
Particularly lovely late on a June evening, during the summer when the fields are full of ripe crops or in winter to blow away the cobwebs.
Studham and Dunstable Downs (Diversion), Chilterns
7.44 mi
+404 ft
-374 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Studham (Central Bedfordshire)
There’s a lot of lovely, rolling countryside in and around Studham Common, and dramatic views from Dunstable Downs. This walk visits a tree cathedral and a 16th-century church, and offers the possibility of spotting exotic animals at Whipsnade Zoo.
The route may be diverted between points 4 and 5 until September 2026 - see details in Notes section
Gade Valley Route - Jockey End to Gt. Gaddesden
5.07 mi
+200 ft
-203 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
A lovely walk in the parish of Great Gaddesden in Hertfordshire, passing three beautiful houses. It starts on the chalk plateau at Jockey End, descending through fields and parkland to the water meadows by the Gade chalk stream, through the pretty village of Great Gaddesden, before returning on the Chiltern Way via the parkland of Gaddesden Place.
Great Gaddesden from Jockey End
Visorando Member
5.13 mi
+220 ft
-233 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This short Hertfordshire walk explores the pleasant countryside to the south east of Jockey End and follows the Hertfordshire Way to descend into the Gade Valley and the village of Great Gaddesden. The return route leaves the valley following the Chiltern Way for the return to the start.
Dunstable Downs, Whipsnade and Kensworth
4.68 mi
+456 ft
-466 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Whipsnade (Central Bedfordshire)
A hilly route with very fine views from the Downs. It passes through Whipsnade Tree Cathedral and past Whipsnade church.
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.
The Holly Bush - Route 2
Tourism professional1.97 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.
The Holly Brush - Route 3
5.45 mi
+220 ft
-194 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Redbourn (Hertfordshire)
Adventurous walk with steep hill climbs and a winding woodland path.
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.
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.
Lilley and the Galley & Warden Hills
5.55 mi
+256 ft
-279 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lilley (Hertfordshire)
A wonderful walk that starts from the historic village of Lilley and passes through some of the best chalk grassland in the Chiltern Hills. The walk also touches on three major walking trails.
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.
Sundon Hills and Sharpenhoe Clappers
5.89 mi
+344 ft
-344 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sundon (Central Bedfordshire)
A walk that’s attractive at any time of year. The route is quiet and peaceful, with magnificent views looking north into Bedfordshire and beyond. Visit the Iron Age hillfort at Sharpenhoe Clappers.
Great Offley to Charlton
6.11 mi
+354 ft
-361 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Offley (Hertfordshire)
A moderate stile-free walk The walk starts in the village of Great Offley, heading south-west along the ridge above Hitchin before descending to the small hamlet of Charlton. From there, there is a steady, scenic climb back to Offley.
A view of the North Chilterns
8.51 mi
+518 ft
-525 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Streatley (Central Bedfordshire)
A walk from Sharpenhoe Clappers along the Chiltern ridge to Sundon Hills Country Park. Cross the valley to Pulloxhill with fine views back to the North Chilterns. Return through the Beech woods cladding the Iron Age fort at Sharpenhoe Clappers.
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