We’re a Ramblers group aimed mainly at people in their 20s, 30s and slightly older, offering led walks and social events across Herts, Beds and south Cambs.
This walk is for up to 30 people, including the leader.
A short morning walk taking in the waterways and countryside to the east of the historic town of Ware.
If you're new to Stag Walkers and want a taster of our group walks and the East Herts countryside then this walk is particularly for you! Existing members who fancy a short winter ramble are of course welcome too.
We'll head through residential streets and soon leave town behind as we follow footpaths and tracks through farmland, crossing the Greenwich Meridan - from where all time is measured - along the way. Passing through Watersplace Farm we'll cross over the River Ash and follow its flow as we skirt Easneye Wood, with nice open views, before traversing the river again on the way to the Lea Valley. Taking a well-maintained route known as Amwell Walkway, we'll pass woodland, lakes and nature reserves, heading for a bridge over the River Lea Navigation. The towpath will guide us past Hardmead Lock and many houseboats on the way back to Ware - where there'll be the opportunity for post-walk refreshments at one of the riverside pubs.
Given the time of year it is likely to be muddy so walking boots recommended, plus a change of footwear if planning to visit the pub afterwards.
Dogs are welcome, on a lead.
Booking your place: If you would like to join, you must book in advance using the Stag Walkers Meetup group - see Notes for how to book & what to bring. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your booking so that someone else can take your place.
Please do not turn up for a walk without booking, as places are limited.
Unless you opt in to further communications, we will only use contact information you provide to get in touch about the walk.
Please car-share or use public transport if possible. To offer a lift or ask for one from a fellow walker, please use the Meetup event page.
This is a circular walk.
Please be aware of the walk grade: walks are graded Easy, Leisurely, Moderate or Strenuous
Use our Meetup group to book your place on the walk: https://www.meetup.com/StagWalkers/
Book your place by clicking the ‘Attend’ button. If the walk is full, click ‘join waitlist’ and you will be added if a place becomes available.
Please:
DO NOT book onto a walk unless you are pretty sure you will be able to make it.
UPDATE YOUR RSVP. We understand ‘life happens’ so if you need to change your RSVP please do this at least 24 hours before the walk and before booking closes to enable someone else to take your place.
DON’T NO-SHOW on the day unless it is absolutely unavoidable (we do understand ‘life happens’) because it prevents others from enjoying a walk if it is fully booked.
*TAKE NOTE that if you no-show and/or cancel after the booking closing deadline three times, without extenuating circumstances, we will decline further bookings from you for a period of six weeks.*
Bring a packed lunch/snacks and drinks, appropriate clothing for the conditions and optionally a basic first aid kit.
We are a Ramblers group, non members are welcome to try us out for two or three free walks before joining Ramblers as a full member.
As a charity we ask that non-members consider making a voluntary donation to Ramblers until they become a full member. We suggest £3-4 per walk. You can donate in person or online.
The Ramblers’ Association is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales. Company registration number: 4458492. Registered Charity in England and Wales number: 1093577. Registered office: First Floor, 10 Queen Street Place, London EC4R 1BE.
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