What we’re about
Welcome to the Bedfordshire Walking Club, we walk most weekends throughout the year, whatever the weather, mostly around the counties of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Hertfordshire. We also organise some great walking weekends away to some of the best hiking areas around the UK.
Be aware that BWC walks are NOT gentle rambles, we keep to a good pace with few breaks, and our walks are at least ten miles long. So, if you are looking for a gentle stroll in the countryside with lots of breaks and time to take photos, we are probably not the club for you. However, if you are after some great exercise with friendly, like-minded people, have a reasonable standard of fitness, and like a walk that is a bit of a challenge then you have come to the right place.
We are a relaxed and friendly group of all different ages, and we make everyone very welcome. Our hikes are a great chance to meet new people, make new friends and get to know the countryside. Many people come on their own, but you are welcome to bring along a guest if you want.
Come and join us, make some good friends, get some great exercise and experience some of the fantastic UK countryside.
Before signing up please read the guidelines below:
• Our walks are between 10 – 20 miles long and at a pace of over 3mph with only a short break halfway. Please make sure you are fit enough to complete the distance before you sign up for a walk.
The details page of each event will give a full description of the walk, what to expect and a recommended fitness level. If you are not sure that you will be up to the walk, please contact the walk leader for more information.
• ALL members will require a name (not just initials) and profile photo that clearly shows your head, shoulders and face at a reasonably close distance, so you are recognisable. Group photos, photos of children or pets are not acceptable. This is for the safety and peace of mind of the other members, failure to comply may result in a delay in your application being accepted.
• Please make sure we are able to contact you. Your profile privacy settings should be set so at least a walk organiser is able to get in touch with you to inform you of any possible changes.
• We hold walks all year round, in all weathers. Please make sure you come suitably dressed for the terrain and weather conditions with suitable clothing, wet weather gear and sturdy footwear. We don’t always get chance to stop at a pub or café so you should also bring water, a snack and maybe a hot drink in the winter.
•There will be a small charge for the walks, this is to cover the admin costs of the walk leader and running the website. Payment is made in cash at the start of each walk.
• Hiking and hillwalking can be demanding. Each individual member is responsible for their own actions and involvement.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event. Anyone attending one of our events is subject to those terms and conditions.
If a member brings along a guest that is not a member of Meetup, they are subject to the above Terms of Service and attend at their own risk.
Although the leaders of the club walks are very experienced hikers, we do NOT hold any official qualifications and neither the walk leader or the club accepts responsibility for any accidents or injuries of any member while attending a walk.
• We limit the numbers for each of our walks to keep a small close-knit group. So, if you sign up for a walk and then cannot make it, please cancel your RSVP as soon as possible to give other members chance to come along. Those members who make a habit of changing their RSVP the day before or being a no show will be removed from the club.
• Sorry but we do not allow dogs on any of our walks.
If you have any further questions about the club, please don't hesitate to contact the organiser for more information.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Barton-Le-Clay Circular - 13.5 MilesOld Road, Bedford£3.00
This is a lovely and varied walk, with a few challenging hills to tackle, around the countryside surrounding Barton Le Clay. The route passes through nature reserves, villages, farmland and has some great views.
What to expect
A 13.5 mile walk through woodland and open fields mainly on good paths and small lanes, some may be a bit muddy and overgrown in places. There will be a few hills and some very steep climbs with a total ascent of around 1200ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.Due to the distance and amount of ascent this walk is quite challenging and is suitable for anyone with a good standard of walking 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.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time.
The finer Details
Start Point: Old Road, Barton-le-Clay, MK45 4LB
If you are not sure where it is, please follow the directions using google maps from the Meetup app.Walk Starts: 9.30am
Parking: There is roadside parking alongside the recreation ground.
Distance: 13.5 miles
Total Ascent: 1200ft
Time: Approx 4.5 hrs (includes stoppages)
Charge: There is a £3:00 charge for the walk.
Refreshments: There will be a break at about the halfway point so bring a drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: There are no public toilets available on this walk.
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.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881
- Ashridge Boundry Walk (16 Mile Circular Walk)Ivinghoe Beacon National Trust Car Park, Dunstable£3.00
This months long walk is the classic Ashridge Boundary Walk.
This 16-mile walk goes through some of the most delightful places in the forests and valleys of the Ashridge estate and extends onto the Ancient Ridgeway and up to Ivinghoe Beacon offering stunning views across the Aylesbury Vale.What to Expect
A 16 mile walk through woodland and open countryside. This is a rewarding but quite challenging walk due to the amount of ascent. The paths around Ashridge and on the Ridgeway are good but well used and may be quite muddy in places. There are a few climbs on the Ridgeway to tackle, including Ivinghoe Beacon, total ascent is 1200ft. The pace will be just over 3 MPH throughout the walk.Due to the distance and amount of ascent this walk is quite challenging and is suitable for anyone with a GOOD standard of walking 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.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time to allow others the chance to attend.
The Finer details
Start: We start at the Ivinghoe Beacon National Trust car park close to Ivinghoe Beacon on Beacon Road,
Take Note - THIS IS NOT the Ashridge visitor centre car park.
There is no accurate post code for this location so please follow google maps from the Meetup app if you are not sure where it is.
Start Time: Walk Starts at 9.30 am
Parking: The car park is free.
Distance: 16 miles
Total Ascent: 1400ft
Time: Approx 6 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: We will be having a break at the Ashridge visitor centre at about the halfway point. There are toilets and a place to buy a snack, however I recommend you bring your own because the café will be extremely busy.
Public Toilets: There are toilets available at the halfway point.
Charge: There is a £3:00 charge for the walk.
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.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.
For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881
- Turvey - Stagsdon 11.5 Mile Circular WalkMK43 8ER, Bedford£3.00
This 11.5 mile circular walk takes us through some lovely countryside to the South of Turvey. Amongst other things we will be passing delightful villages and farmland, following the North Bedfordshire Heritage trail and along a disused railway line.
What to Expect
This walk is mainly on good tracks and small lanes, some tracks may be overgrown muddy and uneven in places. There will be rolling hills but nothing too steep total ascent of just 500ft. We will maintain a pace of just over 3mph throughout the walk.This walk is not too challenging and is suitable for anyone with a reasonable standard of walking 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.
If you can't make the walk please change your RSVP in plenty of time to allow others to attend.
The Finer Points
Start point : Ye Three Fyshes Pub Turvey. Postcode MK43 8ER
Walk Starts : 09:30
Parking: There is a large Layby on the A428 just outside of Turvey, it is a short walk over the Bridge to the pub. Alternatively park in the village.
Distance: 11.5 Miles
Total Ascent: 500ft
Walk Time: Approx 4 hrs (includes stoppages)
Refreshments: There will be a break at the halfway point so bring a drink and a snack.
Public Toilets: There are no public toilets available on this walk.
Sorry no dogs allowed
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.
Meetup Terms of Service Section 6, which all members have agreed to, lays out the details of liability relating to a group or an event.
For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881For further information Contact: Nick 07739801881
