We are Herts Weekend Walkers, HWW for Short . We are aimed at people who are normally working during the week and can usually only find time to get outside and enjoy a walk at the weekend.
David Kay
This walk takes in some of the most tranquil and rural parts of the county. Starting in a part of the larger Domesday settlement of Pelham, the name of the village of Furneux Pelham is pronounced "Fur-nux" because its name is of Anglo-Saxon rather than French origin.
The route passes Patmore Heath, a 19-acre biological Site of Special Scientific Interest which is an outstanding example of grass heathland, now a scarce habitat in the south east. With its ponds, the reserve is rich in flora and insects, supporting all three native newts plus plants such as creeping jenny and lesser spearwort.
We walk through the Albury Hall Estate where there are woods curiously named after world conflicts and disasters.
The later part of the route passes a curious clump of trees known as the Mumble-Jumble and the village church which bears a most bizarre motto on its clock. At the end of the walk there will be the opportunity for a drink at The Brewery Tap.
Starting point of the walk: meet outside The Brewery Tap, Barleycroft End, Furneux Pelham. SG9 0LL. Please park considerately nearby. Do not use the pub car park.
There is no need to pre-book or contact the leader in advance. If already a Ramblers member, please bring your Ramblers card (or membership details on the app) as we submit a register to Ramblers before we start the walk. Totally new members are allowed to come on up to three walks before joining.
Starting point of the walk: meet outside The Brewery Tap, Barleycroft End, Furneux Pelham. Please park considerately nearby. Do not use the pub car park.
