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Finchley & Hornsey Group

Finchley & Hornsey is a friendly group, open to everyone. We walk mainly in Herts and surrounding counties.

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Overview

This walk is the first day of British Summer Time - remember the clocks have gone forward an hour. Meet at Whipsnade Tree Cathedral Cark Park near Whipsnade Zoo for a scenic walk along the Dunstable Downs.  We descend to head West to explore Totternhoe Nature Reserve, before returning to the escarpment.  This walk is varied with splendid views, taking in the Tree Cathedral, Gliding Club and NT Visitors Centre.   There may be mud after rain.  We will visit the NT Visitor Centre on the Downs where there is a cafe, shop and toilets.  Bring a picnic.  

Sunday, 29 March 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
246m / 807ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 00937 18030
Nearest postcode:
LU6 2LQ
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Start time:
10:30 am

Whipsnade Tree Cathedral Car Park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking