Bedfordshire Walking Festival

Starting from Outside the Forest Centre, Station Road, Millennium Country Park, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0PR. OS GR TL 004 417

This early autumn migrants walk offers a chance to see and hear the early autumn migrants in the park while no-one else is around. Organised and run by enthusiastic knowledgeable volunteers who are always on the lookout for a rare bird.

This 3 hour walk is stile free, on surface and unsurfaced paths some can be muddy when wet. Bring binoculars if you have them.

Parking £3 for 3 hours and over at the Forest Centre.
Marston Vale trains from Bedford and Bletchley. Millbrook or Stewartby Stations 20 minute walk to Forest Centre.
Toilets and refreshments available after the walk.
Sorry No Dogs allowed.
Cost £4 per person. Booking on line www.marstonvale.org/events
Walk Leaders Forest of Marston Vale 01234 767037

Starting from Harlington Village Hall,Sundon Road, Harlington, LU5 6LS, OS GR TL 037 304.

Steeped in history with places of mystery this 7 mile circular makes an interesting and enjoyable walk to start this years walking festival.

Parking available at Village Hall.
Refreshments and toilets at the PH at the end of the walk.
Rail Thameslink from St Pancras and Bedford. Harlington Station 400 yards from Village Hall. Bus. Stagecoach and Grant Palmer bus service Check  imetables..
Bring snack as there will be a break during the walk.
No booking required just turn up
Leader Tony Price - 07843191023 m - a.price887@ntlworld.com

Starting from Tiddenfoot Car Park Mentmore Road Leighton Buzzard LU7 2AE. OS GR SP 913 240.

This 5 mile stile free walk explores some of the history and green spaces in Leighton Buzzard.

Parking available at Tiddenfoot car park.
No toilets and refreshments available
Bring snack as there will be a break during the walk.
Booking requested preferably by text 07857 851164
Leader Ramblers Gill K

Starting from Harrold Odell Country Park MK43 7DS. OS GR SP 956 567.

Come and explore the picturesque North Bedfordshire countryside and the Ouse Valley On this 12 mile all day walk. After leaving the country park we will take in the villages Of Sharnbrook and Pavenham, from where we will follow the River Great Ouse before Climbing out of the valley to Carlton and back to the country park where you will find the cafe for a well earned coffee and cake.

Bring lunch and snacks as this is a full day walk.
Parking available at Harrold Country Park. £1 Donation requested.
Toilets and refreshments available at Harrold Country Park
Accessible by Grant Palmer bus service.
No booking required
Leader Ramblers Nick M 07803 125876

Starting from Pertenhall Village Hall, Swineshead Rd, Pertenhall, Bedfordshire. MK44 2AT OS GR TL084 657

This beautiful 6.5 mile open country, stile free, circular heads towards the small Cambridgeshire Town of Kimbolton before returning via the delightful village of
Swineshead and the 14th century Church of St Nicholas and Pertenhall Church.of St Peter

Parking is free in the car park of Pertenhall Village hall.
No toilets or refreshments available.
Bring snack as there will be a break during the walk.
No booking necessary
Walk Leader North Beds Ramblers - Sandra 07889 691025

Harlington Village Hall Sundon Road Harlington LU5 6LS OS GR TL 037 304.

Some of the latest information tells us that “paper maps are dead”, I disagree! This course will show how you can combine the use of old and new technology to get the most out of planning and navigating a walk.

The course is open to all – cost £10 per person

Bring lunch, snacks and drinks for the day, plus your walking gear for the afternoon walk

Places are limited, so booking is essential. Please book online at www.bedswalkfest.go.uk

Starting from Harrold Odell Country Park MK43 7DS. OS GR SP 956 566

An all day 18 mile long distance meander through the picturesque villages of Turvey, Bromham, Stevington, Pavenham and Felmersham on the river Great Ouse. The walk has many historical Highlights and there will be a pub stop at lunch time. NB this is an 18 mile all day walk, please come prepared.

Parking available at Harrold Country Park. £1 donation per car.
Toilets available at the country park and at lunch time
Bring lunch and snacks and drinks for during the walk
No dogs. No booking required.
Leader LDWA Roy Carter 07784 208997

Starting from the end of Knolls View, Totternhoe. Nearest LU6 2BT OS GR SP977 225

This 6.5 mile, moderate, circular walk via lower Dunstable Downs pointing out the odd wild flowers where seen.

Street parking on Knolls View. Please park considerately
No Toilets or refreshments available
Not accessible via public transport
No booking required
Leader ramblers Andy Bahn 07984 954461

Starting from the Triangle at junction of Pegsdon Way and Apsley End Road, Pegsdon Post Code SG5 3JX. . OS GR SP 119 303

This 5 mile circular along field paths then through the lovely village of Hexton then out onto the hills to the south. Picking up the Icknield Way path to ascend Telegraph Hill where there are magnificent views over the valley top to the north towards Bedford before descending to the start point at Pegsdon.

Street parking near the junction.
Refreshments and toilets at the Live and Let Live PH after the walk.
No need to book.
Leader Ramblers Julian Chritchlow 07770 344914

Starting from Langford Village Hall car park, Mill Lane, Langford SG18 9QY, OS GR TL 184 412.

This 7 mile circular walk is mostly on the east side of the railway passing close to the wind turbines and solar panels and returning along the River Ivel. Mainly flat with a gentle gradient up to the wind turbines. Easy walking.

Free parking at Langford Village Hall.
No refreshments or toilets available
Bring snack/drink as there is a break during the walk
No Booking required.
Leader Ramblers Tony Sheward 01234 831388 (07745 655938 on the day)

Starting from All Saints Church Little Staughton MK44 2BL OS GR TL107 629.

This 5.5 mile stile free circular walk takes the high ground around the 13th century Motte and Bailey castle originally owned by Sir Adam De Creting. Good views all around from Staughton Moor, then across fields and through woodland whilst circling back, again on high ground with more good views before joining an ancient green lane as we head back to the village. Little Staughton church is in sight for most of the walk. Small bridge to cross.

Can be muddy and uneven through woods and on green lane.
Park on grassy verge leading to Church.
No toilets or refreshments available until we reach the Crown PH near the end of the walk.
Brink snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk.
Dogs on leads welcome.
No booking required
Leader Bedford Rambling Club Linda Tongue 07733 343702

Starting from the Chapel Foster Hill Road Cemetery, Bedford. MK41 7TD

A short walk (approximately 1 hour) by a guide featuring some interesting graves. Stories from FHRC. The walk covers at least one of our “Unguided Walks” leaflets which are free and available for all to try out at any time of the year. There will be other aspects of Heritage weekend on offer during the afternoon.

Parking available in Foster Hill Road car park (charge)
Refreshments available at the Chapel from around 2-45pm (charge).
Toilets available at the Chapel.
No dogs please except guide dogs. No charge for walks and No booking required.
Donations to our work in the cemetery would be appreciated.
Guided walk leader Foster Hill Volunteer.

Starting from the Square Aspley Guise. MK17 8DG. OS GR SP942 359.

What 3 Words… After, Life, Lavished.

This three hour informative circular walk is through varied and attractive countryside of Aspley Guise and Husbourne Crawley taking in the parklands which  ave helped shape the landscape and provide it with a strong sense of place. Using the new “Greensand Country Western Parkland Trail” this stile free, moderate walk with a few kissing gates and moderate slopes takes in woodland, parkland and includes some stunning views.

Street Parking in Aspley Guise. Please have respect for residents,
Bus service No 47 stops at the Square and walk timed accordingly.
No Toilets or refreshments available.
Bring a snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk
No Dogs please
No charge for walk. Donations to Greensand Trust always welcome.
Booking essential as places limited www.greensandtrust.org
Leader from Greensand Trust Jon Balaam 07759 839469

Starting from Mowsbury Park, Bedford. Wentworth Drive car park MK41 8DQ. OS GR TL 063 524

Our seven mile circular heads north west from Bedford towards the historic Twinwood Airfield before circling back via Clapham Park Woods.

Parking free at Mowsbury Wentworth Drive car park. NB Wentworth Drive car park
NOT Kimbolton Road.
Toilets and refreshments available at the Four Seasons Cafe after the walk.
Brink a snack as there will be a break during the walk.
Booking is required please. Text Leader.
Leader Ramblers Eric Cartwright 077610589281.
You may like to bring a packed lunch or lunch at the cafe and stay for the afternoon walk
starting at 1-30pm. See below.

Starting from Mowsbury Park, Bedford. Wentworth Drive car park MK41 8DQ. OS GR TL063 524

Our afternoon walk is a 5 mile circular heading out in a North Easterly direction towards Renhold before returning via Salph End and Putnoe Woods. Easy walking.

Parking free in Mowsbury Park Wentworth Drive car park. N.B. Wentworth Drive car park
NOT Kimbolton Road car park.
Toilets available before and after the walk . Refreshments available at the Four Seasons Cafe
Please bring a snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk..
Booking is required via text to the leader
Ramblers – Eric Cartwright (tel: 077610589281)

Starting from St Mary’s Church, Church Road Henlow SG16 6AN. OS GR TL 178 387

Passing through Henlow on the A507 or along the High Street it would be easy to say there is nothing of interest here, however, this 2 hour fascinating informative walk opens the doors and pulls back the curtains to see how Ladies, Leisure and Lakes helped shape the village.

Mixture of surfaced and field paths, easy walking.

Street parking in the area of the Church. Please park considerately.
Toilets and Refreshments available during the walk.
No booking necessary.
Centre Bus. (See current timetable). If travelling by bus please text the leader.
Leader Ramblers Barry I. 07860 348347.

Starting from Great Denham car park opposite Carnoustie Drive MK40 4FA OS GR TL016 488.

Join us for a 5 mile stile free amble through the meadows of the old Biddenham golf course and the quiet streets that surround the area. If the opportunity exists to stop for tea/coffee we will take it. The B’ramblers are a group of friends who walk together and are each responsible for our own safety and well being.

Parking free at the Great Denham car park opposite Carnoustie Drive.
Stagecoach service no 8 from Bedford Bus station or Grant Palmer bus service No 24
from Bedford bus station please check current bus timetables. If travelling by bus please call or text the leader.
Leader B’rambler Roy Carter 07784 208997

Starting from Bushmead Shops Luton LU2 7SF. OS GR TL931 245

This 8 mile circular walk on the North East of Luton offers splendid views of the countryside and town from Galley and Warden Hills.

Free parking at Bushmead shops and surrounding houses.
Bus service No 24 every half hour. Check current timetables
Refreshments available at Bushmead shops.
No toilets or refreshments during the walk.
Bring a snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk.
No Dogs please. No Booking necessary
Leader Ramblers Bob Tarron 01582 738754

Starting from the main entrance of the Millenium Country Park visitor Centre. Marston Mortaine MK43 0PR. OS GR TL004 417.

What 3 Words … Dumps,Publish, Goodness.

Come for a 2 hour, stile free, guided circular walk, on hard surfaces,as we go round Marston Vale Country Parks “Callow Mounds and Wetlands Trail” Learn about the history of the site and the wildlife that lives here.

Parking £3 for day.
Accessible by rail on the Marston Vale line (Bedford-Bletchley) approx 20 minute walk from Stewartby and Millbrook stations. Bus approx 20 minute walk from village centre Toilets and refreshments at the visitor centre.
No dogs please.
Booking essential as numbers limited email Nicola Ceconi@marstonvale.org
Walk Leader Marston Vale Nicola Ceconi 01234 762617.
Why not stay longer and enjoy some lunch in the restaurant after the walk.

Ampthill Park West Car Park, Woburn Street Ampthill MK45 2HX. OS GR TL024 381.

Our 7 mile morning walk leaves Ampthill Great Park along the Greensand Ridge and onto Kings Wood, before dropping down to Maulden. Before returning through farmland to Ampthill.

Parking at Ampthill West car park Woburn Street Ampthill.
Toilets and refreshments available after the walk at the Hub next to the central car park
Please bring snack/drink as there will be a short mid walk break at Maulden Church.
No booking required
Leader Ramblers – Nick M Tel: 07803 125876
Why not bring a packed lunch and stay for the five mile afternoon walk to the west of the town

Starting from Barton-le-Clay Recreation ground, Old Road Barton-le-Clay MK45 4LF. OS GR TL082 303

This 12.5 mile full days walk is ideal for those who like hills, open spaces, extensive views and fresh air. From the start we waste no time in heading up the Barton Hills before crossing open countryside to our lunch stop over the county border in Hertfordshire. After lunch we re cross the border into Bedfordshire and head towards the magnificent Clappers before coming down to earth again in Barton-le-Clay.

All done at a moderate pace and some of the hills may be slippery if wet.

Bring packed lunch and snack/drink.
Parking available on Old Road by the side of the recreation ground.
Barton-le-Clay is served by public transport please check current timetables.
No Booking required.
Leader Ramblers Tom 07743 128645

Starting from outside the main entrance to the Swan Hotel High Street, Bedford MK40 1RW. OS GR TL 051 496.

The Jewel in Bedford’s Crown is undoubtedly the River Great Ouse and its Embankment. This entertaining and informative circular walk of approximately 90 minutes (1.5 miles) takes you along the banks of the river, which has been described as one of the finest riverside settings in England. Learn the story of the Victorian Embankment development and enjoy a walk in the ornamental gardens. Easy walking.

Parking in or around Bedford town centre (charges apply)
15 minute walk from Bedford or St Johns railway stations. 8 minutes walk from
Bus station.
Toilets and refreshments available in the town centre.
No booking required. No charge for walk.
Leader knowledgeable and entertaining town guide David Fowler.

Ampthill Park West Car Park, Woburn Road Ampthill MK45 2HX. OS GR TL024 381

Our short 5 mile afternoon walk follows the new Katherine’s Walk over Cooper Hill and out town to the west, before cutting through farmland to the edge of Woburn Wood. Returning via Millbrook village to Ampthill Great Park. Along the way you may glimpse some surprising local animals and a well know holiday site.

Parking at Ampthill West car park Woburn Street Ampthill.
Toilets and refreshments available at the Hub next to the central car park
Please bring snack/drink as there will be a short mid walk break.
No booking required
Leader Ramblers – Nick M Tel: 07803 125876

Starting from Layby on A428 north of the River at Turvey MK43 8EW. OS GR SP937 523.

This 6.5 mile, stile free, circular walk leaves Turvey with its picture book houses and Abbey and climbs steadily over the hill, with some lovely views across the
Ouse valley to the village of Carlton, recorded in the Domesday book of 1086 before returning via an ancient trackway and the Ouse Valley Way.

Parking free in the layby on A428 to the north of the village.
Stagecoach bus number 41 goes through Turvey.(see timetable). Bus users should wait outside Three Fishes PH on the A428 located on the Turvey side of the river bridge.
Toilets and refreshments available at Carlton during the walk and at Turvey at the end of the walk.
Dogs on leads welcome. Bring snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk.
No booking required.
Leaders. David & Rosemary Beighton 07796 178659.

Starting from Church End, Willington on the grass opposite the Dovecote; MK44 3PX. OS GR TL 106 499;.

A 7 mile circular walk taking in the cycleway to Moggerhanger with a refreshment stop in the grounds of Moggerhanger Park and returning past Sheerhatch Woodand Wood End.Easy walking on good surfaces.

Parking free on the grass at Church End Willington near the Dovecote..
Toilets and refreshments at The Orchard Tearooms during the walk.
No booking necessary
Leader Ramblers Tony Sheward 01234 831388 (07745 655938 on the day)

Starting from Bedford Bus Station MK40 1LX. OS GR TL 047 498

A linear walk taken from the Slow Ways website and walked in reverse i. the walk starts at Bedford Bus Station and finishes in Riseley. The distance is 11 miles and
about 5 hours duration including 2 stops. Bring refreshments for the walk. Potential for refreshments at the end in The Giddy Goat Cafe, Riseley.

Parking and Transport options: Park in Riseley and take No 28 bus from bus stop in front of 36 High St, MK44 1DX, Riseley at 9.15am for 10-00am start in Bedford OR park in Bedford and return on 4-15pm bus from Riseley to Bedford.
Bring packed lunch plus snack/drink.
No booking required
Leaders North Beds Ramblers Anne 07715 983431 & Sandra 07889 691025

Starting from Market Cross, Market Square Leighton Buzzard LU17 1HG. OS GR SP 921 250

Do you know the location of the original Leighton Buzzard ?
Do you know the location of the Guildhall of the Fraternity ?
Do you know the age of the Bell Inn ?
Come and learn about the history of the Town centre and High Street from medieval times to the present day with this fascinating 90 minutes informative guided walk.

Parking in nearby car parks (charge)
Toilets and refreshments available in town centre.
No booking required.
Leader Local Historian and Rambler Mike Moran

Starting from Old Warden Church car park SG18 9HD. OS GR TL137 443.

This 4 mile approximately 2.5 hour informative circular walk on to the Greensand Ridge examining the settlement and geology which forms the landscape today. The area has an example of ecclesiastical settlement at Old Warden with parkland landscapes characteristic of the area.

Parking available at Old Warden Church £1 Donation requested.
Not accessible by public transport.
No toilets or refreshments available.
Brink snack/drink for during the walk.
No booking required
Leaders Brian Kerr & Roy Carter 07784 208997

Starting from Sundon Hills Country Park car park LU3 3PE. OS GR TL 047 285

This 6 mile circular walk starts at one of the highest points in Bedfordshire and offers wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. The walk takes in Sundon Hills and Sharpenhoe Clappers country parks. There will be a fair amount of ascents and descents. Good tracks and wonderful views on a clear day.

Parking at Sundon Hills Country car park
No Toilets or refreshments available
Bring snack/drink as there will be break during the walk.
No booking required
Leader Tony Roberts - 01525 753235 - m 07954 124952 anthonyroberts@ntlworld.com

Starting from Fox PH High Street Riseley MK441DT. OS GR TL 039 626.

This 16 mile circular walk takes us back in time through North Bedfordshire before the parishes of Swineshead and Tilbrook changed between Huntingdonshire and Bedfordshire. The walk has many historical highlights to keep your focus away from the distance.

Street parking near Fox PH. Please respect local residents.

Grant Palmer service 28 departs Bedford Bus Station at 9-10 and arrives at Fox PH 9-37.
If coming by bus please text leader and the walk will start on your arrival.
Refreshments available in Riseley at the Giddy Goat cafe after the walk.
Bring lunch and snacks/drinks as this is a full day walk.
No dogs please. No Booking required (unless travelling by public transport.. See above)
Leader LDWA Roy Carter 07784 208997

Meet at Priory Park by the totem pole next to the cafe MK41 9SH. OS GR TL 072 092
Boat departs 10-00am from Priory Marina. Walk starts from outside cafe at 10-15am.

This flexible and interesting day out on the River Great Ouse is ideal for those who enjoy a walk and a boat ride. The round trip is approximately 7 hours consisting of a 2.5 hour leisurely informative walk to Great Barford led by Ramblers. Approximately one hour in Great Barford followed by a delightful relaxing cruise on the John Bunyan boat as it makes its way up river to Priory Marina arriving 5-00pm, subject to locks .

Within the round trip there is an option for walkers to board the John Bunyan Boat at Priory Marina (departs 10-00am) and enjoy a ride to Willington and return unaccompanied or continue to Gt Barford with the led walk. Or join at Willington Lock (departs12-00 noon) for the trip to Gt Barford (arrive 12.50) and return either on the boat or unaccompanied by foot Afternoon departure from Great Barford 2-00pm boarding 1-45pm.

The trip is very flexible and the price is just the same whatever you decide to do. £20 per person.
The price includes the led walk and boat trip there is no reduction for variations
Parking free at Priory Country Park. Toilets available at Priory Country Park and at Great Barford.
Refreshments available from the Galley Bar on the John Bunyan Boat. Licensed bar available
from 12 noon. Additional charge. Also at The Anchor PH Great Barford.
Walk led by Ramblers Barry any queries text 07860 348347.
Booking essential as numbers are limited. Group bookings welcome.
Booking: www.johnbunyanboat.org Telephone 01946 847848.
N.B. Bookings close 36 hours before the cruise start time. However you can still purchase a
ticket on the day subject to availability.

Starting from Haynes village hall Northwood End Road MK45 3QB. OS GR TL 100 420

This 2- 2½ hour amble from Haynes village up through Chicksands Wood passing an obelisk and monument. Back to Haynes along a short stretch of the Greensand Ridge path.

Park at the village hall or Northwood End road..
No toilets or refreshments available.
Stagecoach bus from Bedford and Hitchin passes village hall. See timetable.
Bring a snack and drink as we will have a halfway break.
No booking required
Walk Leader Ramblers Jan Wolfarth 07895045410

Starting from The Cross Keys PH, Castle Hill Road, Totternhoe, LU6 2DA. OS GR SP 980 218

This 5 mile circular walk through Totternhoe Knolls visiting the Motte and Bailey as we head towards Dunstable and return via Church End.

Park in Cross Keys PH car park.
Toilets and refreshments available after the walk at the Cross Keys PH.
No dogs please. Brink snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk.
No booking required unless intending to eat at the pub after the walk.
Contact 07413 209202 or email phbyatt@msn.com if eating.
Leader LB Ramblers Paul Byatt

Starting from Ridgmont station, Station Road Ridgmony MK43 0XP. OS GR SP 965 373

This delightful 6 mile circular taken at an easy pace allows you to take in the massive changes made since the closure of the brickworks and landfill site. History, wildlife, woods and views makes this a thoroughly enjoyable walk. Still time for tea on your return.

Country paths. Boots or trainers essential. Some places can be muddy and slippery when wet.

Free parking in the station car park.
London Northwestern Railway Marston Vale line. Trains depart Bedford at 8-48 arrive
9-13. Depart Bletchley 9-06 arrive 9-24.
Toilets and refreshments available at the Heritage centre tea rooms after the walk.
No booking required
Leader Ramblers Barry 07860 348347

Starting from Barton-le-Clay Recreation ground, Old Road, Barton-le-Clay MK45 4LF . OS GR TL 082 303

Described as an interesting and enjoyable walk this 6 mile circular follows the route taken by prospectors as they went in search of gold in Pulloxhill. After a break on the site of the 13th century St James Church we head back and on route visit Barton Watermill for toilets and maybe refreshments.

Parking available on Old Road Barton-le-Clay. Please respect residents.
Stagecoach and Grant Palmer buses service Barton-le-Clay see appropriate timetables.
Brink snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk.
No booking required
Leader Ramblers Tom 07743 128645

Starting from Stotfold Mill (car park) Mill Lane Stotfold SG5 4NU OS GR TL 222 366

This 7 mile circular walk around Stotfold passes three water mills (Bowman's, Taylor's and Randall's - the last of these is still working) on the River Ivel not far from its source at Baldock. We complete the walk with a circuit of the 8 acre Stotfold Mill Nature Reserve Free parking at Stotfold Mill

No toilets or refreshments available during the walk. The Chequers PH (SG5 4NX) is close by, for those wanting lunch/refreshment after the walk.
No dogs please. No booking required.
Leader. Ramblers Antony: email antonymcopsey@gmail.com. M 07857 890829 on the day

Meeting Location Ampthill Park West car park nearest A507. Post Code: MK45 2HX (Council Offices and Hub in Central car park) OS Map GR: TL 024 381.

Board a coach to transfer to start at Leighton Buzzard. The walk starts along the Canal, through Rushmere park, to Woburn and via Eversholt, Ridgmont and
Millbrook before arriving back in Ampthill Park around 4-30 pm. 19 miles, Linear.
After an easy start the walk becomes more and more of a challenge.
Certificates/Badges awarded for those completing the challenge.
Parking free in Ampthill West car park.
Toilets at Tesco before the start and also at Woburn.
Refreshments are available at Tesco before the walk. Bring lunch and adequate fluids.
Suitable breaks arranged by Leaders.
Dogs allowed but owners should make sure they bring suitable food and fluid
£18 charge to cover organisational and transport costs whether you come for one or both
days. You can book for one or both days.
Booking and payment (by credit/debit card or internet banking via the web site.
www.bedswalkfest.co.uk.
Payment with booking please. Please note we no longer accept cheques.
Queries email: organiser@bedswalkfest.co.uk. Tel: 01234 353704
Leaders: Nick & Others. Contact 07803 125 876

Starting from Harlington Village Hall, Sundon Road Harlington LU5 6LS OS GR TL 037 304

This 8 mile circular follows the route of the famous tinker as he made his way from Harlington to Westoning to Upper Sampshill Farm, Higham Bury, Pulloxhill
and returning via Bunyan’s Oak to Harlington

Bring packed lunch or snack/drink.
Parking available at Harlington village Hall.
Harlington railway station is on the Thameslink line frequent trains see timetable.
5 minutes walk to village hall.
Toilets and refreshments available after the walk at the Carpenters Arms PH opposite the car park
Booking requested by text please from 9-00am on Thursday 15th 07835 096057
Walk Leaders Mike & Helen

Starting from Roxton Village Hall, High Street, Roxton MK44 3ED, OS GR TL152 545

This is a 7 mile, stile free and just 4 gates circular walk takes in four villages, and section of two long distance paths. Walking through Roxton, pausing to admire the unusual Congregational church, then follow the Ouse Valley Way to Great Barford. Break for refreshments before crossing the river and towards Blunham. Join the Kingfisher Way to Tempsford where we cross the river again and return to Roxton.

Park considerately near Roxton village hall. Please respect residents.
Stagecoach bus from Bedford and St Neots stops on main road 5 minute walk to village hall
Toilets and refreshments available at Little Acorn cafe (behind the pub, 10.00 - 16.00) or
Roxton Garden Centre. No booking required
North Beds Ramblers - Anne 07715 983 431

Meeting Location Ampthill Park West car park nearest A507. Post Code: MK45 2HX (Council Offices & Hub at central car park)) OS Map GR: TL 024 381.

Board a coach to transfer to start at Gamlingay Cinques. The walk passes through two estates before reaching Everton. Along a Roman road and past a Roman camp, through villages of Beeston, Northill, Haynes, Clophill and Maulden before arriving back in Ampthill Park. After an easy start the route becomes more challenging. Please note earlier start time than day 1.

Certificates awarded for those completing the challenge.
Parking free in Ampthill Park west car park.
Toilets. Pubs in Northill and Haynes plus Eco Lodge at Clophill
Refreshments. Bring lunch and adequate fluid. Suitable breaks arranged by Leaders.
Dogs allowed but owner should make sure they bring suitable food and fluid £18 charge to cover organisational and transport costs whether you come for one
or both days. You can book for one or both days.
Booking and payment by credit/debit card or internet banking via the web site.
www.bedswalkfest.co.uk.
Payment with booking please. Please note we no longer accept cheques.
Queries email: organiser@bedswalkfest.co.uk. Tel: 01234 353704
Leaders: Nick & Others. Contact 07803 125876

Starting from Woburn car park, opposite St Mary’s Church, Park Street, Woburn, MK17 9PG. OS GR SP 951 331

A pleasant 6 mile stile free circular walk takes in Birchmoor Green, Horsepool Lane, Woburn Safari Park, and Woburn Park. Can be muddy in places when wet.

Free parking in Woburn Public car park opposite St Mary’s Church Park Street Woburn.
Refreshments available in Woburn. No public toilets.
Bring a snack/drink as there will be a break during the walk
Booking required… prebook from 9am Friday 16th September 2022
Walk Leader Ramblers Nigel Nauth 01525 374024

Starting from outside St Mary’s Church, Church End, Everton SG19 2JY OS GR TL 202 512.

This 6.5mile circular walk descends to the north of the Greensand Ridge to pass the former wartime airfield at Tempsford and then back up onto the ridge and easterly on the Greensand Ridge Walk (GSRW) to Gamlingay Cinques. The return walk follows a short section of wide roadside verge to then re-join the GSRW in a westerly direction back to Everton.

Please note, as indicated, there is a short descent and assent on this otherwise easy walk.

For further details please see Greensand Country website.
Park safely on local side roads in the village. Please respect local residents
No refreshments or toilets available
Bring snack/drink as there is a break during the walk
No Booking required.
Leader Ramblers Andy Knight 07879 691893

Starting from Biggleswade Railway Station, Station Road, Biggleswade SG18 8AL. OS GR TL 192 443

This walk is hosted by Stag Walkers, a Ramblers group aimed primarily at people in their 20s and 30s but all are welcome.

This leisurely walk of 9.5 miles will closely follow the Biggleswade Green Wheel, looping around and, at points, into the town. The route passes through Biggleswade Common, the largest area of Common Land in the county, and alongside the River Ivel. We’ll start by heading from the train station towards the Ivel Mill, and will follow the river for over a mile until we reach Jordan's Mill. From here we will walk past cultivated fields, and then into the edge of the town. We’ll then leave the town and walk on a path with Baden Powell Way and the new estate by our left hand side. After this we will reach Biggleswade Common, where we're likely to find some grazing cattle. We will find our way to the east bank of the Ivel and then finally back into town, returning to where we started.

Parking at station £3 or free parking at Rose Lane car park, Biggleswade SG18 0JT,
5 minutes walk from the station.
Bring a packed lunch or snacks and drinks. Dogs are welcome on a lead.
Booking preferred, RSVP at www.meetup.com/stagwalkers or email stagwalkers@gmail.com
https://www.ramblers.org.uk/stag-walkers for more details or contact via email.
Leader Ramblers Tiago Almeida

Starting from outside Stewartby Memorial Hall (also known as the Village Hall). Stewartby Way MK43 9LU. OS GR TL 019 423

On this 2 hour informative walk this “ mini garden city” and some of the surroundings are explored and some surprising facts emerge. Mostly good paths but some places can be muddy when wet.

Street parking around Memorial Hall (also known as the Village Hall) or nearby car park.
Toilets and refreshments available at the Kiln after the walk.
No booking required,
Leader Ramblers Barry Ingram 07860 348347