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Ashridge History Walk
Ashridge History Walk
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Join us for a 5.5 mile walk that will start at the National Trust Visitor Centre and will take you past Ashridge House, where the walk leader will give you an overview of the history of the house and the monastery that preceded it. You will then walk along part of Capability Browns Golden Valley and return via the former medieval track that ran between Aldbury and Hemel. The Brownlow Café is the perfect pit stop for you to purchase refreshments after the walk. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Meeting Time –…
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British Schools Museum – Tour and Victorian Lesson
British Schools Museum – Tour and Victorian Lesson
Hitchin holds a unique place in the history of education as it boasts the world’s last remaining purpose-built Monitorial schoolroom. The grade II listed building of the British School Museum opened in 1837, but the school was founded in 1810, a full 80 years before the government finally provided free elementary education for all. Join us for this private tour of the museum, partake in a Victorian Lesson, look at the Headmasters house and view the current exhibition. Light refreshments are included in the price. All events will comply with government guidelines on Covid-19, applicable at the time. If any…
Milton’s Cottage Private Tour
Milton’s Cottage Private Tour
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Join us for a private tour of the only surviving home of the visionary poet and political writer, John Milton. It was in this 16th century cottage that he completed his epic masterpiece, Paradise Lost, and was inspired to write its sequel, Paradise Regained. Today the cottage retains the charm of the 17th century home whilst housing one of the world’s most important collections relating to the writer on open display. Refreshments on arrival included. All events will comply with government guidelines on Covid-19, applicable at the time. If any Covid-19 outbreaks occur, or new restrictions…
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Listen to and Learn about the Ancient Art of Bell Ringing at Bledlow
Listen to and Learn about the Ancient Art of Bell Ringing at Bledlow
Come and listen/learn about bell ringing at Holy Trinity Church, Church End, Bledlow HP27 9PD on Saturday 25 September 10am - 12 noon. Parking at the church, toilets available. These bells are not rung regularly these days so it will be an amazing experience. Any visitors who would like to come and watch and talk to the bellringers would be welcome. There is also another event taking place on 27th Sept in Great Missenden - details here. No prebooking required.
Private Tour of Amersham Museum plus Inns & Pubs Walk
Private Tour of Amersham Museum plus Inns & Pubs Walk
Join this special guided visit of Amersham Museum; the visit will include a talk by the museum's curator about the history of Amersham and you will have the chance to handle objects from the museum's collection and look around the museum. Afterwards our guide will take you on a walk around Old Amersham's Pubs and Inns. Amersham has a long history of brewing and the old town is still characterised by its historic coaching inns and public houses. Join us on this fascinating walk of Amersham to discover the stories of the town's brewers, publicans and visitors. There are plenty…
The Boxmoor Trust – Visit and Activities
The Boxmoor Trust – Visit and Activities
Visit The Boxmoor Trust for an afternoon of guided walks and activities. The visit will be based at Gadespring, the old watercress beds, which lie between the Grand Union Canal and the River Bulbourne. Activities will include trying your hand at pond-dipping, using the bird hide, joining a guided walk along the moor to view the completed award-winning river channel restoration project, along with learning all about about the long history of the Trust and how the 500 acres of Trust land are being used to benefit the local community. The walk is flat with no hill, so suitable for…
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Private & Exclusive Tour of the Wormsley Library and Cricket Pavilion
Private & Exclusive Tour of the Wormsley Library and Cricket Pavilion
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Owned by the Getty Family, Wormsley is a beautiful 18th century estate nestled in the heart of the Chilterns. Guests at this exclusive event will enjoy a private tour of its world famous library, which houses one of the finest private collections in the country. The theme of the library is the Art of the Book. Works dates from a 7th century fragment which lays claim to being the earliest English manuscript, through to flamboyant and elegant 20th century bindings. Highlights of the collection are almost too numerous to mention but include…
Bekonscot Model Village – Exclusive After Hours Tour
Bekonscot Model Village – Exclusive After Hours Tour
During this private after-hours event, visitors will have exclusive access to the village, see it lit up at dusk and have the opportunity to see behind the scenes of the world’s oldest and original model village. Short talks about the history of Bekonscot and how our models are created will take place at 6.30 and 7.15. Bekonscot Light Railway will be running, and an engineer will be on hand to answer any railway related questions. Includes a light buffet and refreshments. All events will comply with government guidelines on Covid-19, applicable at the time. If any Covid-19…
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Stanley Spencer Walk in Cookham
Stanley Spencer Walk in Cookham
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Join Ann Danks from the Stanley Spencer Gallery and our very own walks leader, Andrew Clark, for a guided walk around beautiful Cookham where you'll enjoy a morning through the eyes of Stanley Spencer - a local artist who become well known for depicting biblical scenes as if in Cookham itself, where he was born and spent most of his life. The walk will start from the Stanley Spencer Gallery and visit the places that provided inspiration for many of his paintings. Ann is the Gallery’s archivist and an authority on the…
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Our Living Village – Seer Green
Our Living Village – Seer Green
Every community in the Chilterns has a history that is well worth recording, and this is definitely the case for the villages of Seer Green and Jordans. Over decades, a mass of historic material has been collected and this is being used as the basis for a comprehensive graphical history of the two villages through a project named Our Living Village. This demonstration and discussion will give you a unique opportunity to view the computerised model of the social history of both the villages which is currently being developed by the local community in partnership with the Chiltern Society. Refreshments…
Griffiths Brothers Distillery Tour
Griffiths Brothers Distillery Tour
Come and join us at Griffiths Brothers Distillery for a relaxed tour and tasting of Griffiths Brothers spirits. Sample some of their special cold-distilled spirits whilst learning about the history of gin, rum, vodka and craft spirits. Take part in a tutored tasting of some of their spirits and learn about the complicated and unique way they create their spirits. Finish the tour relaxing in their bar with the choice of 2 drinks from the menu (included in the price). All events will comply with government guidelines on Covid-19, applicable at the time. If any Covid-19 outbreaks occur, or new…
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A Walk on the Chalk – Flaunden & the River Chess
A Walk on the Chalk – Flaunden & the River Chess
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Join a Chalk Man, a Water Man and an Archaeologist for Two Walks on the Chalk. Allen Beechey (the Water man) will take a look at this classic chalk stream with its associated water meadows, whilst Wendy Morrison (the Archaeologist) will be checking out some Mesolithic and Bronze age activity, a Roman settlement and the Deserted Medieval Village at Flaunden; meanwhile Haydon Bailey (The Chalk man) will be exploring an 89 million year old sea floor. The other walk is on 26th September, Dunstable Downs - see here for bookings. All events…
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Woodland Fungi Walk
Woodland Fungi Walk
Come and discover the wonderful world of mushrooms, toadstools and other fungi which are thriving at this time of year! Join us on this hunt through Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve lead by expert Penny Cullington from the Bucks Fungus Group who will give a fascinating insight into the fungi that you find. A small pot or basket might be useful to collect into, but, please, NOT a plastic carrier bag! This event is also taking place at Marlow Common on Friday 15th October 2021.
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An Introduction to Map Reading
An Introduction to Map Reading
From the Course Leader: This four hour ‘learning by doing’ course teaches you to know exactly where you are at all times on a routed walking scale map extract (1:25k) in the course leader’s book ’60 Choice Walks in the Chilterns’ (RRP £10) which is included in the price of the course. You learn as you go along on a very scenic 6 mile walk around The National Trust Ashridge Estate. The course is aimed at both those trying to follow a paper OS map(Explorer Series) or its equivalent on a smartphone. Feedback from last course: ‘Great event, Dick Chapman…
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Organised Walks – Little Missenden , Bucks (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Organised Walks – Little Missenden , Bucks (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Meet outside the Red Lion, Highmore Cottages, Little Missenden, HP7 0QZ. Park road-side opposite the pub, and car share if possible to limit congestion. A 5.5 mile stile-free and relatively flat walk along the Misbourne valley to Shardeloes Lake, then back via the higher ground of Mop End and Holmer Green. Explorer 172 GR SU922987 CS Map 6 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
Organised Walks – Little Missenden , Bucks (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace)
Organised Walks – Little Missenden , Bucks (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace)
Meet outside the Red Lion, Highmore Cottages, Little Missenden, HP7 0QZ. Park road-side opposite the pub, and car share if possible to limit congestion. A 5.5 mile stile-free and relatively flat walk along the Misbourne valley to Shardeloes Lake, then back via the higher ground of Mop End and Holmer Green. Explorer 172 GR SU922987 CS Map 6 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
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Woodland Fungi Walk
Woodland Fungi Walk
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Come and discover the wonderful world of mushrooms, toadstools and other fungi which are thriving at this time of year! Join us on this hunt through Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve lead by expert Penny Cullington from the Bucks Fungus Group who will give a fascinating insight into the fungi that you find. A small pot or basket might be useful to collect into, but, please, NOT a plastic carrier bag! This event is also taking place at Whiteleaf and Brush Hill Nature Reserve, Princes Risborough on Friday 8th October 2021.
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Organised Walks – Berkhamsted, Herts
Organised Walks – Berkhamsted, Herts
Meet by the front entrance of Berkhamsted Station, Lower Kings Rd HP4 2AJ. Free 4 hour parking nearby at Canal Fields, Broadwater turn-off, HP4 1HR or park on New Road at the back of the castle. A 6 mile walk heading into Frithsden before ascending and walking along the top and then descending into the Golden Valley and then returning through Frithsden Woods and Berkhamsted Common Three hills and one stile. Explorer 181 GR SP993081 CS Map 17
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An Introduction to Map Reading
An Introduction to Map Reading
From the Course Leader: This four hour ‘learning by doing’ course teaches you to know exactly where you are at all times on a routed walking scale map extract (1:25k) in the course leader’s book ’60 Choice Walks in the Chilterns’ (RRP £10) which is included in the price of the course. You learn as you go along on a very scenic 6 mile walk around The National Trust Ashridge Estate. The course is aimed at both those trying to follow a paper OS map(Explorer Series) or its equivalent on a smartphone. Feedback from last course: ‘Great event, Dick Chapman…
Organised Walks – Shiplake, Oxon (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Organised Walks – Shiplake, Oxon (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Meet and park on Memorial Avenue, close to the Memorial Hall, Shiplake, RG9 4DN. This six-mile walk first heads westwards rising slowly to 94m with views to the south. The return follows a two-mile stretch of the Thames Path from Sonning to Shiplake. No stiles. Explorer 171 GR SU763786 CS Map 4 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
Organised Walks – Shiplake, Oxon (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace)
Organised Walks – Shiplake, Oxon (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace)
Meet and park on Memorial Avenue, close to the Memorial Hall, Shiplake, RG9 4DN. This six-mile walk first heads westwards rising slowly to 94m with views to the south. The return follows a two-mile stretch of the Thames Path from Sonning to Shiplake. No stiles. Explorer 171 GR SU763786 CS Map 4 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
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Winter Tree Identification Course – CANCELLED
Winter Tree Identification Course – CANCELLED
SORRY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES Learn to identify trees in the Chilterns with woodland expert John Morris, former Director of the Chilterns Woodlands Project. The course will begin at Ashley Green Hall before heading to nearby ancient woodland, Hockeridge where we will find a large range of trees, both broadleaved and conifer, the wood has around 60 species of trees but few shrubs. John will also give an illustrated presentation on identifying trees and shrubs in the Chilterns during the indoor afternoon session. Price includes some hot drinks and light refreshments but please bring lunch…
Organised Walks – Wigginton, Herts
Organised Walks – Wigginton, Herts
Meet at the Wiggington Community Shop car park, the Sports Ground, Chesham Road, Wiggington, HP23 6HH The walk of 6.2 miles from Wiggington goes over attractive countryside to Cholesbury via a quiet section of the Chilterns Way. It includes a fine example of a Hill Fort, a 13th century church and windmill. Gently rolling Chiltern countryside, 4 stiles, likely to be some muddy parts if it’s been wet. Explorer 181 GR SP938099 CS Map 8
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Organised Walks – Great Kimble, Bucks (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Organised Walks – Great Kimble, Bucks (‘Groovers’ – a casual, easy-paced walk)
Meet at the lay-by in Great Kimble on A4010 Risborough Road (just south of St Nicholas’ Church), HP17 0XS. Car share if possible. A walk visiting interesting archaeological sites including a deserted medieval village, moat and fish ponds, a hill fort, Chequers, Motte and Bailey Castles, historic churches. A long climb at the beginning. Mainly stile free. An extended version of Walk 14 from ‘ 50 Great Walks’. Pub at Butler’s Cross for lunch option. Chance of coffee on way. Explorer 181 GR SP825058 CS Map 3 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
Organised Walks – Great Kimble, Bucks (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace’)
Organised Walks – Great Kimble, Bucks (‘Movers’ – a slightly more brisky pace’)
Meet at the lay-by in Great Kimble on A4010 Risborough Road (just south of St Nicholas’ Church), HP17 0XS. Car share if possible. A walk visiting interesting archaeological sites including a deserted medieval village, moat and fish ponds, a hill fort, Chequers, Motte and Bailey Castles, historic churches. A long climb at the beginning. Mainly stile free. An extended version of Walk 14 from ‘ 50 Great Walks’. Pub at Butler’s Cross for lunch option. Chance of coffee on way. Explorer 181 GR SP825058 CS Map 3 For details of when the bookings open and our full walks programme, see here.
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Wild Foraging – Kingwood Common
Wild Foraging – Kingwood Common
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Autumn time walks will never be the same again if you come along to our Autumn Fungus Foray with Fred Gillam (aka Fred The Forager). Fred has been foraging for his supper for over 3 decades and has a passion for the world of fungi. He will show you exactly what you can safely pick, what to avoid and how to make use of the healthy nutritional properties of a variety of common mushrooms and fungi. Most importantly he will show us how to do this sustainably so that other woodland creatures…
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Chiltern Society AGM 2021
Chiltern Society AGM 2021
All members are invited to join us at our AGM on Saturday 30th October. There is no cost to attend the AGM, but if you wish to eat lunch the ticket price is £10 - prior lunch booking essential, please book your tickets below. The schedule for the day is outlined below: 10am arrival for refreshments. The Business Meeting will start at 10.30am: Minutes of 2020 AGM, Annual Report presentation and Annual Accounts Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, General Secretary, Treasurer and Executive Council members (Trustees) Nomination for the above positions should be made in writing, with the candidate's written…
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Organised Walks – Chenies, Bucks/Herts
Organised Walks – Chenies, Bucks/Herts
Meet at the roofed pump, on the small green, in the centre of Chenies, WD3 6ER. There is parking on the roads around the green. The 5 mile walk will pass Chenies Manor, head west through woods down to the Chess Valley, follow the valley to the east towards Sarratt and then loop through rolling countryside back to Chenies. It is nearly all off-road and there are 2 stiles along the way. Total ascent 440ft. Explorer 172 GR TQ016984 CS Map 28
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