A walk fit for Kings
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This is a circular route (approximately 10.5 miles in length) along the Hertfordshire/Buckinghamshire border west of Kings Langley.
Starting at Kings Langley railway station we head west, passing over the A41 dual carriageway we then enter some very beautiful Home Counties countryside. We head through the small villages of Commonwood and Belsize (not the North London park version) skirting the pretty village of Sarratt to the south, until we reach Flaunden.
Passing through the wonderfully named Hogpitts Bottom on the Chiltern Way and through the less excitingly named Woodman's Wood, we reach the pretty village of Chipperfield (complete with village green) where we can stop for a drink at the Two Brewers (not the Clapham variety on this occasion sadly). Walking through Chipperfield Common, we head back east, through the fields to where we started at Kings Langley
New Members - I would like to warmly welcome any new members looking perhaps to try this as their first Outdoor Lads event. You may find this link useful https://www.outdoorlads.com/my-first-event or if you have If you have any questions then feel free to message me.
Dogs: are welcome if well behaved. The route passes through various farms, so dogs should be well behaved or kept on a lead where appropriate and necessary.
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
You will need a packed lunch, and plenty of water and snacks to see you through the day. We will stop for a picnic lunch at a suitably scenic spot; for your own comfort you may wish to bring something to sit on.