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The Nickey Line

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Lea & Icknield (Luton) Group

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Overview

The walk is along the Nickey Line- the old Harpenden to Hemel Hempstead railway line. Good surface throughout; mostly flat with no stiles

We will travel to the start and return by bus. There will be time for a drink in "The Full House", Wetherspoon's characterful pub in Hemel,before returning, alternatively staying for lunch and returning on a later bus.

Booking required, by text to the leader, from 6th March

Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Meeting time:
9:35 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:20 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
TL 09219 21567
Nearest postcode:
LU1 2WH
what3words:
silver.nature.votes
Meeting time:
9:35 am

Meet at Luton Interchange bus station stand 9 for the 9.45 Arriva service 321 (destination Watford) alighting at Park Mount. Fare £3 or free with a bus pass

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 12720 15176
Nearest postcode:
AL5 3BB
what3words:
apples.grow.yards
Start time:
10:00 am

Park Mount bus stop, Luton Rd, Harpenden

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TL 05499 07101
Nearest postcode:
HP1 1EP
what3words:
scouts.times.those
Estimated finish time:
1:20 pm

"The Full House" Hemel Hempstead

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