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Organised Walks – Colney Heath, Herts
Organised Walks – Colney Heath, Herts
Meet at The Crooked Billet, 88 High St, Colney Heath, AL4 0NP (approx. 3 miles east of St Albans off A414). Park on a side road if not lunching at the pub. A 5.5 mile stile-free level walk (just 90 ft total ascent for those who like the flat walks) over heath, farmland and woodland […]
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Organised Walks – Knotty Green, Bucks
Organised Walks – Knotty Green, Bucks
Meet in Knotty Green, near Beaconsfield, on the grassed area beside the Lion of Beaconsfield PH (formerly the Red Lion), at the junction of Forty Green Road with B474 Penn Road, HP9 2TN. Park on road alongside the cricket ground, or in pub car park if lunching. A fairly flat (400 ft) and stile-free walk of […]
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Organised Walks – Latimer, Bucks
Organised Walks – Latimer, Bucks
Meet at the rear of Latimer House, Latimer village, HP5 1UJ in the large Waterhouse free car park (enter by the St Mary’s Church turn-off from Church Lane, passing by the manor on the left, then next right into the car park). A 5.8 mile walk along the picturesque Chess Valley heading along the top […]
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Organised Walks – Stokenchurch, Bucks
Organised Walks – Stokenchurch, Bucks
Meet on the grass area alongside the fire-damaged Kings Hotel, Stokenchurch, HP14 3TA. Park in the side roads opposite the hotel. A hilly six-mile walk heading north to Sprig's Alley and Sunley Wood. then east to Radnage, before returning to Stokenchurch along the Chiltern Way. A mixture of woodland and open countryside on well used […]
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Organised Walks – Lacey Green, Bucks
Organised Walks – Lacey Green, Bucks
Meet outside (the currently closed) Whip Inn PH, Pink Road, Lacey Green, HP27 0PG. Parking roadside along Pink Road This 5.4 mile walk includes a section of the Chiltern Way, passes Hampden House, then crosses Hampden Common on the way back. No major hills, 250 feet of ascent, and a couple of stiles. Explorer 181 […]
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Wonders Of The Dark Sky
Wonders Of The Dark Sky
SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £10 pp Please note that if cloudy on Thursday 12.09 this event will take place on Friday 13.09 only book if you are able to attend both dates. The Chiltern Society, with the West of London Astronomical Society (WOLAS), South West Herts Astronomical Society (SWHAS) Woodoaks Farm and […]
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Private Tour of John Lewis Partnerships Odney Grounds
Private Tour of John Lewis Partnerships Odney Grounds
£7.50 pp THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED John Spedan Lewis first purchased land in Cookham in 1926, with the revolutionary purpose of creating a country club retreat for the Partners who worked in his busy London shops. Opened to Partners in 1927 as The Odney Club, we invite you to join a walking tour […]
Guided Tour of Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital
Guided Tour of Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital
SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £10 pp Join us on a visit to the world famous Tiggywinkles wildlife hospital in Haddenham. This specialist hospital is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of all British wildlife. They take in and treat over 13,000 sick, injured or orphaned wild animals every year. On this guided […]
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Private Tour of Penn House
Private Tour of Penn House
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £15 pp Enjoy a guided tour by Earl and Countess Howe to explore the rich history of Penn House and the successive generations of the Curzon, Penn and Howe families who have lived there for many centuries. You will see family portraits and naval paintings and memorabilia […]
Organised Walks – Sarratt, Herts
Organised Walks – Sarratt, Herts
Meet on The Green, Sarratt, Herts, outside The Boot PH, WD3 6BL. Plentiful free parking around The Green, or in the pub car park if pre-booked for lunch. A walk of approx. 6 miles leaving Sarratt to descend to the Chess Valley and returning via Flaunden. Varied landscape of meadow, woodland and water meadows with […]
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Walk and Cream Tea – The Wendover Way with The Wendover Canal Trust
Walk and Cream Tea – The Wendover Way with The Wendover Canal Trust
SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £12 pp Join the Wendover Canal Trust on this guided walk using the newly surfaced towpath from Halton to Wendover. See the Wendover canal brought to life with stories of its restoration, biodiversity and heritage followed by homemade scones and tea at Rothschilds Halton Club House. The walk […]
Homefires & Havens – A Talk at Amersham Museum
Homefires & Havens – A Talk at Amersham Museum
£10 pp Enjoy an insightful talk by local historian Alison Bailey, as she shares the experiences and achievements of the local community, especially women, in Amersham during the 1940s. Refreshments included. BOOK NOW
Guided Tour of Berkhamsted Castle
Guided Tour of Berkhamsted Castle
SORRY, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £10 pp Enjoy a guided tour of this much-loved Norman motte and bailey castle. Hear about its fascinating history and all those who resided there until the late 15th century when the castle fell into decline. The main path into and through the castle is surfaced with gravel […]
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Chilterns Landscape Walk & Talk
Chilterns Landscape Walk & Talk
£7.50 pp Join our Head of Conservation on a guided, general interest walk through two of the Chilterns finest nature reserves. You will be introduced to a diverse range of habitats and will see how they are managed to support an array of flora and fauna throughout the year. Whiteleaf Hill is also well known […]
Private Tour of Chenies Manor House
Private Tour of Chenies Manor House
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £25 pp Join us on this private, guided tour of Chenies Manor House, a grade II listed Tudor house and garden steeped in history, that overlooks the Chess Valley. It boasts original 13th century features including a medieval well, a dungeon and a reputed priest hole as […]
Heritage Tour of Old Tring
Heritage Tour of Old Tring
£10 pp SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. Join us on a tour through the historic market town of Tring with our guide and former mayor, Tim Amsden. We will learn about life in and around Tring from pre-historic times through the ages to modern day. With a rich history to explore, discover interesting […]
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Planning Talk: Water – A Planning Perspective
Planning Talk: Water – A Planning Perspective
£7.50 pp This talk will look into the issues the Chilterns area faces in tackling the water crisis in housing and infrastructure development and explore options for the future. The talk will last 1-hour with time for questions. The White Hill Centre is wheelchair accessible. BOOK NOW
Dorney Court – Private Connoisseurs’ Tour
Dorney Court – Private Connoisseurs’ Tour
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £33 pp Enjoy a fabulous tour of Dorney Court, a stunning Tudor Manor House and home to the Palmer family for over 500 years. The experienced and informative guides will delve deep into the history of the House and adjoining church and everyone will find something memorable […]
Organised Walks – Marsworth, Herts
Organised Walks – Marsworth, Herts
Meet at Startops End car park (off the B489), Marswoth HP23 4LJ -£3 for 3 hrs, pay and display. A 5 mile fairly flat walk, with just 120ft of elevation but fine outlooks, going around the Marsworth and Tringford reservoirs and then along the Grand Union Canal and the Wendover Extension to view the progress […]
Tour of Chinnor Windmill
Tour of Chinnor Windmill
£7.50 pp This unique mill in Oxfordshire was demolished in 1967 but is being steadily rebuilt by volunteers with the aim of grinding flour again. Enjoy a guided tour of the mill and browse presentations of the mill’s history and restoration process. BOOK NOW
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Private Tour of Bledlow Manor Gardens, Carington Estate
Private Tour of Bledlow Manor Gardens, Carington Estate
SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £19.50 pp Join us on this private tour of Bledlow Manor gardens, 12 acres of diverse garden that utilises a mixture of different terrain and styles, which includes a Japanese style water garden on converted old cress beds, a walled kitchen garden, parterres, and a selection of sculptures. […]
Hilary Bradt – Taking the Risk
Hilary Bradt – Taking the Risk
£7.50 pp This year marks the 50th anniversary of Bradt Guides, the world's leading independent travel publisher. Join Hilary at this talk as she relives the engaging, insightful, amusing and sometimes alarming story of one of travel's greatest modern pioneers - and a highly successful Chilterns-based business. The White Hill Centre is wheelchair accessible. BOOK […]
A ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Visit to Tring Natural History Museum
A ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Visit to Tring Natural History Museum
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £15 pp This exclusive visit is back due to popular demand! Step behind the scenes and explore the museum's world-renowned bird collection. This is an opportunity to look at research specimens, discover how they were prepared and conserved, and find out how they're used by scientists today. […]
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Guided Walk of Ewelme Watercress Beds
Guided Walk of Ewelme Watercress Beds
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £7.50 pp Join us on a guided walk of Ewelme Watercress Beds, which has been owned by the Chiltern Society since 2001 and is conserved beautifully by our volunteers. A hub of the British watercress industry in the 20th Century, the watercress beds are a picturesque and […]
Stanley Spencer Walk & Gallery Visit
Stanley Spencer Walk & Gallery Visit
£14 pp Join Ann Danks and our own walks leader, Andrew Clark, for an easy stile-free four mile walk around beautiful Cookham, seen through the eyes of Stanley Spencer, the local artist who became well known for depicting biblical scenes as if they were in Cookham itself – the place where he was born and […]
Ashridge History Walk
Ashridge History Walk
£7.50 pp Join us for a 5.5 mile walk that will start at 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 […]
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Private Tour of Lindengate
Private Tour of Lindengate
£15 pp We are thrilled to invite you to a private tour at this beautiful, converted allotment. Lindengate, which is 10 years old this year, is a leading Nature based Health and Wellbeing Charity based in Wendover, Bucks, at the foot of the Chiltern Hills. In just over 7 years, and with the support of […]
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Organised Walks – Aston Rowant, Oxon
Organised Walks – Aston Rowant, Oxon
Meet at St Peter’s and St Paul’s Church The Green, Aston Rowant, OX49 5SW (near J6 of the M40). Parking on the left side of the road just after the church. A leisurely 5.3 mile walk along the Aston Rowant Discovery Trail. From the 11C church the stile-free walk passes along the NT Juniper Bank […]
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Hemel Hempstead Old Town Walk
Hemel Hempstead Old Town Walk
SORRY, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED £7.50 pp Join us for a historic tour of Gadebridge Park and Hemel Hempstead Old Town where the buildings have retained the atmosphere of a pre 1960s High Street. With many buildings grade II listed and with Tudor and later Georgian frontages. View the highest Church spire in […]
Glamersham – A Talk at Amersham Museum
Glamersham – A Talk at Amersham Museum
£10 pp From dinner dances and theatre outings to weddings and trips to London, this fascinating talk by Museum Director, Briony Hudson explores how and why Amersham residents dressed their best in the 19th and 20th centuries. Refreshments included. BOOK NOW
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Supper & Walk at Dusk – College Lake
Supper & Walk at Dusk – College Lake
SORRY, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £25 pp Join us at College Lake Nature Reserve near Tring, The flagship reserve of the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust. The visit begins with supper – shepherd’s pie with vegetarian option in the café with magnificent views of the lakes followed by a guided walk around […]
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Organised Walks – Cowleaze Wood, Oxon/Bucks
Organised Walks – Cowleaze Wood, Oxon/Bucks
Meet at the northern end of Cowleaze Wood large free car park (turn left after entering), Christmas Common Road, (nearest post code) OX49 5HX. A scenic 5-mile walk with two significant hills and 900 feet of elevation in total. Initially descending to Lower Vicars Farm and then over the M40 and up towards Beacon Hill. Returning […]
National Paralympic Heritage Centre Tour
National Paralympic Heritage Centre Tour
£15 pp Joining the excitement of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympics we have arranged a private tour of the Heritage Centre where the charity aims to enlighten and inspire future generations by celebrating, cherishing and bringing paralympic heritage and its stories of human endeavor to life. There is parking available and the Heritage Centre is […]
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Nether Winchendon House Private Tour
Nether Winchendon House Private Tour
SORRY - THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. Join a private tour of this enchanting Medieval and Tudor Manor House deep in the Buckinghamshire countryside, where time stands still. Nether Winchendon House is a stunning country manor house set in seven acres of tranquil gardens and surrounded by 600 acres of parkland on the Buckinghamshire […]
Bekonscot Model Village – Exclusive After Hours Tour
Bekonscot Model Village – Exclusive After Hours Tour
£20 pp During this private event you’ll have exclusive access to the village, see it lit up at dusk and go behind the scenes of the world’s oldest model village. Short talks about Bekonscot’s history and how the models are created will take place, the Bekonscot Light Railway will be running and an engineer will […]
Milton’s Cottage Private Tour
Milton’s Cottage Private Tour
SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. £12 pp 2024 marks the 350th anniversary of Milton's death and we invite you to explore his remarkable legacy at his only surviving residence. It was in this 16th century cottage that he completed his epic masterpiece, Paradise Lost, and was inspired to write its sequel, Paradise Regained. […]
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Chiltern Ridge Tour
Chiltern Ridge Tour
£7.50 pp This exclusive tour will show you how this local family run farm produces apple juice. BOOK NOW
Tour of Lacey Green Windmill
Tour of Lacey Green Windmill
£7.50 pp This is the oldest surviving smock mill in England and has an Engineering Heritage Award. In use until 1915, some of the timber machinery dates to the 1600's. It's undergoing renovation works, and we invite you to join our knowledgeable and dedicated volunteers on an in-depth tour of the windmill. BOOK NOW
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The Great Chiltern Come & Sing
The Great Chiltern Come & Sing
BOOKINGS HAVE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO BUY ON THE DOOR. £10 pp Carmina Burana live at Berkhamsted School. Come and enjoy the Great Chiltern Come & Sing Choir performing Carmina Burana in the historic setting of Deans Hall, Berkhamsted School. Singers from across the Chilterns will join Tring Choral Society for a day's intense […]
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Trail Run – Whiteleaf Hill
Trail Run – Whiteleaf Hill
A group trail run through the magical woodlands of Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve. This route will take us on an undulating 15k loop around the surrounding footpaths including a section on The Ridgeway and Chiltern Way. This is a social run with two pace groups and is suitable for anyone who is comfortable running/hiking 15k […]
Organised Walks – Cadmore End, Bucks
Organised Walks – Cadmore End, Bucks
Meet opposite the school in Church Lane, Cadmore End HP14 3PE. Ample free parking is available on the verge. This is a 5.5 mile hilly figure-of-eight walk descending towards Harecramp Cottages, then going along the Ibstone Valley to Twigside Farm estate. It then climbs to the school and passes Ibstone House and a descends to […]
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Organised Walks – Amersham Old Town, Bucks
Organised Walks – Amersham Old Town, Bucks
Meet at Amersham Old Town car park, The Broadway, HP7 0TU (3 hours £2.20, 4 hours £2.70, over 4 hours £3.80). A 5.6 mile walk, starting with an incline to Upper Bottom House farm and then down, passing some HS2 works, to Lower Bottom House farm with its grain store sitting on saddle stones. Returning […]
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Organised Walks – West Wycombe, Bucks
Organised Walks – West Wycombe, Bucks
Meet at the West Wycombe public car park (£4 per stay), Chorley Rd (at the base of Mausoleum Hill, next to The Walled Garden café), HP14 3AP. A scenic walk of 5.5 miles from West Wycombe out to Bradenham and back, with 675 feet of elevation comprising one sharp climb and one gentle ascent. Explorer […]
A Festival Celebration – St Mary’s Church, Drayton Beauchamp
A Festival Celebration – St Mary’s Church, Drayton Beauchamp
Adults and Children - Free As in previous years we will come together at the beautiful Grade I listed St Mary's Church, set over the bank of the Wendover Canal. Together with our own volunteers and supporters we will enjoy readings, music, cider and cake to round off the 2024 Heritage and Culture Festival. This […]
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Private Tour of Lindengate
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