Ashridge, Aldbury and The Grand Union Canal 11.5 Mile Circular Walk

This charming walk from Ashridge becomes especially stunning as autumn sets in, with beech, oak, and lime trees showing off their distinctive hues to create a beautiful display of colour. The mix of vibrant foliage and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside makes it a truly delightful route. What to Expect A 11.5 mile walk mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be muddy and uneven in places. There will be a few hills to tackle but nothing too steep and a total ascent of around 900ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk. This is a lovely walk that is reasonably challenging due to the distance and ascent. It is suitable for anyone that is a regular walker with a good standard of fitness. If you are a first timer please read the 'About us...' section on the homepage before signing up for this walk, ensuring appropriate fitness and suitability. The Details: Start point : The Ashridge Visitor Centre HP4 1LT. Meet on the green opposite the Café. The post code is not exact so please follow google maps from the meetup app if you are unsure of where it is. Walk Starts at: 09:30. Please arrive early enough to give yourself time to gear up and book in. If you are going to be late please let the walk leader know or we may leave without you. Parking: The car park is free Distance: 11.5 Miles Total Ascent: 900ft Walk Time: Approx 4.5 hrs (includes stoppages) Refreshments: We will be having a short break around the halfway point so bring a drink and some lunch There is a £3:00 charge for the walk to cover the admin costs of the walk leader, payable when we meet. Payment is by cash or card/contactless. Toilets: There are toilets available at the start and end of the walk. Due to the possibility of encountering livestock we have a no dogs policy on all of our walks. Hiking and hillwalking are activities with a danger of personal injury. Participants in these activities should be aware of, accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. For further information Contact Nick 07739801881