Most of the group caught the bus from Dunstable to Redbourn, but some of us drove there (if you speak to the leader and ask for details they will usually tell you if this is feasible). Then most of us went to the little cafe for refreshments.
This is us warmly wrapped up. However it was not that cold even if we did get a few snow flurries.
A typical tea break (although often we find a cafe or pub)
Here we are walking along what is a nice secluded old railway line.
This is the memorial in Gade Bridge park. The little garden is dedicted to "all those babies we have in our hearts".
Us going up the hill in Old Hemel (we resisted the temption to partake of the coffee). Most of the group did a 4-5 mile walk and caught the bus back to Redbourn. Some of then decided to walk back via Piccots End across the fields. The sun shone most of the way but there was a keen wind, but an attractive walk which totalled about 10 miles in all.
Redbourn St. Mary's Church, on West Common dates back to 1100 and is well worth a look inside.
A view on West Common, Redbourn
As you can see, there is no point being put off because it is "winter". It was warm enough to sit in the park to eat our sandwiches (or some found a cafe or pub in Hemel). If you fancy joining us just turn up at the appointed time or place, or if you wish ring up the walk leader (or one of our contact Nos. or use the enquiries link) we will try to give you any information you need, i.e. the difficulty, for example hills, stiles, ploughed fields etc, and will let you know more about the walk. It is also advisable to ask whether it is dog friendly. Children are welcome provided they accompanied. If you want to deviate from the organised walk please ask whether the buses, transport, timings, direction of the walk etc. will allow this. We look forward to seeing even more new faces!
