For LGBT+ History Month, come for a walk around the beautiful woods in the Ashridge Estate and hear about the queer pioneer who brought us the National Trust and the ‘green belt’. We’ll also (as always) be on the lookout for that absolutely gorgeous nature - ancient trees, mushrooms and (if we’re lucky) deer.
Once you get your ticket, please click the Whatsapp link in the confirmation and read the joining instructions about where we will meet.
- Distance: 15km / 9.3 miles
- Difficulty rating: Beginner/Improver*
- Walking time: 4 hours
- Pace: Not too fast, with a stop at a coffee shop for a hot drink halfway round (no indoor seating).
- Elevation: 108m – 190m (total ascent 206m - gentle hills).
- Accessibility: This walk will be on muddy, unpaved, uneven footpaths with tree roots and some gates/stiles. There will be an accessible toilet halfway around.
- Kit needed: Sturdy shoes you don't mind getting wet and muddy, waterproof jacket, food and water (at least 1 litre), personal medication, warm clothing, and something to sit on the ground (plastic bag, sit mat etc.).
Any questions or if you are unwaged/a carer/can't afford a ticket, let me know and if there's still space, I'll ping you a free ticket - outtohike@gmail.com
Don't forget to follow @outtohike for info about future walks!
Kat x
*Beginner/Improver walks are for people who have been on short walks before (walks with friends/family, dog walks, complete beginner walks in a group etc.) but want to try a half day walk that involves walking a little further with a few more gentle hills. Everyone is welcome but it is important that we all go at the same pace, so be prepared to walk slower than usual, especially if you are used to walking longer distances more frequently. The idea is to have a chilled time connecting with nature and enjoying the journey together - not ‘smashing the hike' as fast as possible. Snack breaks and pauses to marvel at nature are encouraged!