We are the East Hertfordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Colin G.
We begin our 8.0 mile (13.0 km) circular walk at Ware Railway Station, conveniently served by regular trains from London Liverpool Street via Hertford East (approx. 45–55 minutes). After a short walk through the town (please take care at road crossings), we join the tranquil towpath of the River Lee Navigation, following it until we cross over to enter the scenic Amwell Nature Reserve.
Here, we’ll take a moment to enjoy the serene lakes, reeds, and birdlife—including swans, coots, and perhaps a glimpse of a kingfisher or heron. From the reserve, the route continues northeast along the Amwell Walkway, passing Oak Tree Cottages before turning south.
We then follow a delightful stretch through mixed woodland and gently undulating arable fields, offering a pleasant contrast in terrain and scenery. Our route brings us to the picturesque village of Stansted Abbots, where we stop for lunch (picnic, or local pub or café).
From there, we return to the River Lee Navigation, cross once more, and follow quiet field-edge paths back into Ware, finishing where we started at the Railway Station.
Travelling to start by train:
There are regular train services between Hertford East (departing 9:39, 10:09), and Ware (arriving 9:43, 10:13, respectively) in addition to a service between Broxbourne (dep 9:44) and Ware (arr 9:55).
For anyone wishing to shorten the walk, finishing at Stansted Abbots, there are regular rail services from St. Margaret’s Rail Station, departing every 30 minutes (e.g. dep 14:21, dep 14:51,) with journey times of 4 minutes (to Ware) and 10 minutes (to Hertford East).
Travelling to start by car:
There is an NCP Car Park at Ware Railway Station (29, Stewart Pl, Ware SG12 9UN, price £4.00 for 3-4h or £4.95 for off-peak parking from 10:00am). Alternative paid parking is available at Amwell End East Car Park (Broadmeads, Ware, SG12 9HY, 4 min walk to station) and at Amwell End West Car Park (Broadmeads, Ware, SG12 9HX, 5 min walk to station).
Meet outside Ware Railway Station.
