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North London & South Herts Group

NLSH Ramblers is a really friendly group, whose members all share a love of walking and the countryside. You’ll always receive a warm welcome from us, whether you want to walk with us regularly or from time to time.

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

Overview

Through Whitwell to Ley Green for a picnic by the newly refurbished pub. Return via Kings Walden and Breachwood Green. 

Sunday, 11 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18km / 11.2mi
Ascent:
285m / 935ft
Type:
circular

Bring a picnic. Optional car share from Barnet Victors Way Car Park  EN5 5TR - w3w: rocks.gain.votes  Depart at 09:15 (18 miles).

Walking poles advised in winter months.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 17631 18583
Nearest postcode:
SG4 8RR
what3words:
wedge.vivid.basin
Start time:
10:00 am

Kimpton. From A1M Welwyn & Codicote turn right (north) up B651 towards Whitwell for 300 yards and turn left on track signposted to Parkfield Sports Ground. Car park is at the end.

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