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We offer walks in London and Home Counties, accessible by public transport.

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Overview

The route of this 8 mile circular walk starts at the historic town of Hertford, then passes through open countryside before reaching Ware. Another historic town, Ware will be our lunch stop. After lunch we follow the River Lea Navigation back to Hertford where the walk ends by approximately 4 o'clock. The surfaces are pavement, tracks & towpath. There is a one long ascent but not steep. There are toilets at Hertford North station.

Lunch: Cafes, pubs and places to sit for those wishing to bring a picnic.

Train: London Moorgate 10:07; Highbury & Islington 10:15; Finsbury Park 10:22; arr Hertford North 10:58.

Tuesday, 1 August 2023
Start time:
11:05 am
Estimated finish time:
3:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 31665 12871
Nearest postcode:
SG14 1NB
Start time:
11:05 am

Hertford North Railway Station

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