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Please follow any instructions or requests by the walk leader before and during the walk.

Enjoy the walk and continue to observe government and Ramblers advice.


 

Walks Programme
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Sunday
22 September
10:00am8 miles circular: Autumnal walk in Stowe Parkland - choice of 8 or 5 miles
Join me for a  walk in Stowe Parkland on the first day of Autumn.  Meet in the Cornwalls Meadow car park in Buckingham (behind Waitrose) (MK18 1RS).  We walk through the town to the main avenue up to the Stowe Corinthian Arch.  We then do a circular walk up through the Stowe Parkland - this is outside the National Trust area so you don't need membership.  Dogs on leads only as there may be livestock.  If you would like to do a shorter walk of 5 miles, park at the New Inn Car Park (MK18 5EQ) by the National Trust cafe and meet us at the Corinthian Arch at 10.45 (please text me if you wish to do this).  Both car parks are FREE. We will do two breaks, one in the Parkland and one at the National Trust cafe before walking back down the Avenue to the Cornwalls Meadow car park. The walking is on paths or in meadowland and is uphill for the first half. There is an incline to the Monument but this can be avoided if you prefer.

07810 826304
Sunday
29 September
10:00am8 miles circular: 3 Cafe & 2 Lakes Circular Walk
Starting from the Furzton Lake Car Park, off V4 Watling St opposite the National Bowl, behind the Italian Sul Lago restaurant. 
Heading behind the Bowl along the bridleway & the Loughton Tear Drop lakes, past Loughton All Saints Church to a coffee stop at the Grumpy Cook.
Then back along the Tear Drop lakes, around the side of Furzton Lake, through Emerson Valley for lunch at the Grounds Café at Howe Park Wood.
Final stretch through the woods and back along Tatternhoe Valley Park & Furzton Lake to the car park.
 

Where: Furzton Lake Car Park, off V4 Watling St

Additional Details: Toilets and refreshments at Cafes & restaurant.

07803 248210
Sunday
13 October
10:00am5 miles circular: Beautiful South Ouzel Valley
Join me for a leisurely circular walk in the South Ouzel Valley from Woolstone along the river towards Caldecotte Lake which we will skim the edge of as we walk back along the Grand Union Canal, through pretty Woughton on the Green.  We will stop for a break half way so bring any refreshments you may need.  Meet in the car park on Newport Road in Woolstone (MK15 OAA).  Go past The Barge and the Cross Keys pubs to the car park on the left just before the old chapel and The Old Rectory (house on the right).  There are several car parks on this road so if there are no walkers you may be in the wrong one! Jan K

07810 826304
Sunday
27 October
10:00am8 miles circular: Dunstable Downs
This is a walk of two loops.

At the highest point in the East of England, Dunstable Downs sits 243m above sea level and commands an outstanding view of the Vale of Aylesbury. Starting from the Chilterns Gateway Centre we make our way along the ridge to the Five Knolls tumuli. We then descend to the outskirts of Dunstable to take the Drovers Way to the village of Totternhoe. A short distance out of Totternhoe we cross the Icknield Way at Well Head, a series of springs which give rise to the River Ouzel. After passing the London Gliding Club we follow a bridleway to the base of the Downs. Our route continues along the bottom of the Downs before we make a steep ascent almost back to the visitors' centre (there is the option to end the walk here).

The second loop of the walk takes us out to the Whipsnade Tree Cathedral. Entering at the South Porch, there will be opportunity to explore the nave, chancel, transepts, chapels and cloisters before we exit by the North Entrance to continue the loop back to the car park. 

Where: Meet on the patio outside the Chilterns Gateway Centre, Dunstable Road, Whipsnade, LU6 2GY Car park is free to National Trust members, otherwise £3.50 all day.

Additional Details: Parking at the Chilterns Gateway Centre is free for National Trust members (remember to bring your membership card), otherwise there is a £3.50 charge for all day parking. 

For those wishing to take advantage of car sharing, meet 9.30am at the Caldecotte Inn car park off Bletcham Way, Milton Keynes, MK7 8HP. The leader will be here. 

Please bring a packed lunch.

07729 911061
Sunday
3 November
9:30am8¾ miles circular: Sharnbrook, Beds
8½ miles figure of eight walk. Charming villages of Sharnbrook, Felmersham, Odell and Harrold-Odell  Country Park.

Where: Walk will start c.10:15am outside The Swan with Two Nicks pub, Sharnbrook, located at the junction of Home Close and High Street. Upon arrival at Sharnbrook, park considerately in Home Close, Sharnbrook, Beds, MK44 1PQ.

Additional Details: Bring packed lunch.

07531 728687
Sunday
10 November
10:00am7 miles circular: Cosgrove
Join us for a beautiful walk that encompasses the Ouse Valley Way, the olde worlde charm of Stony Stratford High Street, the Old Stratford cut of the Grand Union Canal, Cosgrove lock and marina, the site of the medieval village of Wolverton.

Where: Meet in car park Watermill Lane (off Stratford Road), Wolverton, Milton Keynes, MK12 5NX.

Additional Details: Bring a packed lunch.

07531 728687
Sunday
17 November
10:00am5 miles circular: Great Linford Manor Park followed by AGM
Pre-AGM walk in Great Linford Manor Park and surrounding area. Lots of historical interest plus great nature. Shared lunch together at 12.30pm in Great Linford Cricket Pavilion off Gt Linford High Street (follow path opposite The Nags Head).  AGM starts at 1pm. Details of AGM including Agenda & Minutes on our own website.

Meet for walk at Great Linford Memorial Hall car park, off Marsh Drive, 

07799 785265
Sunday
17 November
1:00pmEvent: AGM
Group AGM at Great Linford Cricket Pavilion, High Street, Great Linford, Milton Keynes MK14 5AX

All are welcome. 

Preceded by a local walk from 10:00am - details to be confirmed.  Bring your own lunch to have in The Pavilion at 12:30pm - drinks and cake provided.

Where: The Cricket Pavilion is off the High Street, walk along path opposite The Nags Head. There is a car park off the High Street on the left when approaching from Marsh Drive, before The Nags Head. If full park carefully in High Street or go to Arts Centre Car Park MK14 5AU.

07810 826304
Sunday
8 December
10:00am6 miles circular: Mince Pie and Stollen Walk
Join us for our annual pre-Christmas walk when mince pies, stollen and mulled wine will be provided on route. 

From the car park the walk follows the South Loughton Brook before turning off through Tattenhoe Park to Kingsmead, followed by Westcroft and Shenley Brook End where we will take a break for refreshments. The return route goes through Emerson Valley and Howe Park Wood. The walk will be on hard paths so there should be minimal mud. 

Additional Details: Meet in the car park next to the Windmill Hill Allotments, Rosemullion Avenue, Tattenhoe (turning off Tattenhoe Street V2).

 

07729 911061
* Registered Assistance Dogs are allowed to walk with their owners in accordance with the Disability Equality Act (2010).
If you wish to bring an assistance dog, please contact the leader beforehand to check for any difficulties with the route.

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