This walk is in the rolling hills of rural Hertfordshire. If you do the full walk (i.e. not the shorter ending) there's a particularly attractive stretch alongside the River Beane near the end. The George and Dragon pub in Watton's High Street is a good place to stop for tea (or a meal) while waiting for the train back. Incidentally, the town's unusual name derives from a local variety of puddingstone - (see photo - thanks to Sean).
The walk advertises a shortcut, which has been blocked for some time due to roadworks. They were due to end in April.....
Trains: Get the 1013 Stevenage train from Moorgate (Highbury & Islington 1021, Finsbury park 1027) arriving 1112. Return trains are xx05 xx35.
Lunch: is at the The Boot pub in the village of Dane End. The pub is open for drinks, sandwiches & cake ("high tea").
Tea: "The George and Dragon pub in Watton's High Street is a good place to stop for tea (or a meal) while waiting for the train back."
If you do the full walk (i.e. not the shorter ending) there's a particularly attractive stretch alongside the River Beane near the end. The George and Dragon pub in Watton's High Street is a good place to stop for tea (or a meal) while waiting for the train back. Incidentally, the town's unusual name derives from a local variety of puddingstone.
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It turns out that this is a 13.3 mile walk but very pleasant. N=10 with w=some_light_rain at the start, but otherwise fine. The Boot Inn has just got a new landlord & was doing a sandwich & hot drink for £5. Also a fine array of homemade cakes.
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