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Royston Group

The Royston Ramblers invite you to enjoy fresh air and wonderful countryside in great company. Try us! We really are a very friendly group

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

This walk takes us through the lovely countryside of the northern Chilterns near Hitchin. We start just across the lane by the Red Lion and follow The Chiltern Way, turning off and re-joining it as we venture onto very quiet minor roads - including towards the end passing over the A505 - and other footpaths. The walk is easy-going and passes by 3 springs, hence the name. Prizes for those who can point them out - they are Mead Springs, Mazebeard Spring and Newfield Spring. 

According to the Chilterns AONB website, the village of Great Offley takes its name from Saxon King Offa. According to local legend his palace once stood where Offley Place, a training and conference centre, now stands.

Tuesday, 25 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.5km / 5.3mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 14595 26626
Nearest postcode:
SG5 3DZ
what3words:
alternate.courtyard.shortage
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet in front of the pub after parking considerately on Kings Walden Rd, by or near St Mary Magdalene's Church SG5 3DX on the approach to the Red Lion. The walk starts on the Chiltern Way just across the lane from the pub, which will be open for food and drink after the walk.

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