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Welwyn Hatfield walks
Hertford East Station to Cheshunt Station
Visorando Member
11.44 mi
+13 ft
-66 ft
5h 15
Easy
Departure from Hertford (Hertfordshire)
Follows River Lea Navigation thru' Ware, St Margarets, Rye House, Dobbs Weir and Broxbourne, to finish on the River Lea Path a short walk east of Cheshunt Station. It's almost impossible to go off-course, unless you make a decision to jump into the canal or take a path away from it.
Heartwood Forest
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.18 mi
+285 ft
-305 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sandridge (Hertfordshire)
A walk through the largest continuous new native forest in England. We’ve chosen a route that features some of the best scenery throughout the year and has a magnificent display of bluebells in spring.
Knebworth
4.99 mi
+190 ft
-190 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Knebworth (Hertfordshire)
A walk around Knebworth taking in Rabley Heath nature reserve.
A short circular walk that includes a section through woodland of Rabley Heath Nature Reserve. Refreshments can be found at The Robin Hood and The Lytton Arms which has a large selection of real ales.
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.
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.
Ayot St Lawrence
5.47 mi
+243 ft
-240 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Kimpton (Hertfordshire)
Explore the landscape and history of a special corner of Hertfordshire. Starts in Kimpton and includes two 12th century churches, a neoclassical church, a park designed by Capability Brown and the house of a famous playwright and author.
Kimpton Farmland and Nature, Chilterns
5.40 mi
+295 ft
-322 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Kimpton (Hertfordshire)
The parish of Kimpton is criss-crossed by an extensive of public rights of way, some of them dating from
pre-Roman times. This walk explores the farmland north of the village which is rich in wildlife and there are
outstanding views.
Cheshunt Station to Epping Station
11.66 mi
+515 ft
-315 ft
5h 50
Easy
Departure from Broxbourne (Hertfordshire)
Follows the River Lea Navigation thru' Waltham Abbey & past Enfield Lock. We leave the Lea Valley Walk & join the route of the London Loop for almost 2 miles, along the River Lea, past Enfield Island, thru' Sewardstone Marsh & up into Epping Forest. Then thru' a golf course to Lippitts Hill & onto High Beach. There are a few very hilly miles up to and thru' Epping Forest and Bell Common to finish at Epping Station.
Cuckolds Cross and Whitwell from St Paul's Walden
6.86 mi
+312 ft
-322 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from St Paul's Walden (Hertfordshire)
This Hertfordshire walk mainly uses old green lanes to go through a varied landscape of fields, woods and hedgerows to arrive at the Holt and then by footpaths to Cuckolds Cross. After that there is a section of larger arable fields where you join the Hertfordshire Way to reach Whitwell, an expanded village with an interesting older centre. The final leg passes through a rare breeds farm and The Bury, birthplace of the late Queen Mother.
Dollis Valley Greenwalk and more
6.50 mi
+233 ft
-217 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from London Borough of Barnet (Greater London)
London is an astonishing patchwork of green spaces, parks and invitations to discover nature.This example is a new surprise offering a green walk in Greater London, England's largest urban area.
Around St Pauls Walden
5.86 mi
+295 ft
-289 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Langley (Hertfordshire)
A circuit around the village of St Paul’s Walden passing through some of the finest woodland in the North Chilterns and the picturesque parkland surrounding the grand houses of Stagenhoe and St Paul’s Walden Bury. The bluebells in Hitch Wood are spectacular in spring!
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.
Preston and Hitch Wood, Chilterns
3.16 mi
+171 ft
-154 ft
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Preston (Hertfordshire)
A short circuit from Preston village through Hitch Wood, one of the finest woods in the North Chilterns. Worth following for spectacular bluebells in spring or as a pre-pub leg stretch.
Preston and Breachwood Green
7.28 mi
+413 ft
-430 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Preston (Hertfordshire)
A walk through delightful North Hertfordshire countryside featuring well cared-for historic villages and hamlets, linked by fields and woods. There are interesting buildings including a restored windmill.
Preston, Dead Woman's Lane and Wain Wood
3.00 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Preston (Hertfordshire)
A short circular walk from Preston village via Dead Woman's Lane and Wain Wood. An easy route using scenic green lanes and good footpaths. Ideal as an evening stroll or to work up an appetite for lunch.
The Plough Kings Walden (Pub)
2.99 mi
+177 ft
-184 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from King's Walden (Hertfordshire)
Discover the serene beauty of Kings Walden on a picturesque walking route through lush countryside fields, where cows and sheep graze amidst stunning village views. Start and end your adventure at the charming village pub, offering ample parking and a perfect spot to unwind.
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