Sunday Stroll - Wheathampstead to Shaws Corner Pub Walk
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Enjoy this circular walk through the glorious Hertfordshire countryside, starting in the pretty village of Wheathampstead, following in the footsteps of the playwright George Bernard Shaw and stopping off at his home of 44 years, Shaw's Corner.
As we stroll through the picturesque Herfordshire countryside you'll see the old Station Platform, and Lamer Park, home of Shaws' great friend Apsley Cherry-Garrard.
On the home stretch of the walk we'll follow the banks or of the river lee for a mile or two and take in the sights and sounds of the river.
Pub stops will feature mid-way and at the end of the walk.
Photo Credits:
River Lee at Wheathampstead - © Adrian Cable (cc-by-sa/2.0)
Mackerye End House - © Peter O'Connor aka anemoneprojectors (cc-by-sa/2.0)
Ayot St. Lawrence, St. Lawrence's Old Church ruin - © Michael Garlick (cc-by-sa/2.0)
Shaw's Corner, Ayot St Lawrence - © Jason Ballard (cc-by-sa/2.0)
Shaw's Corner Sign - © David Howard (cc-by/2.0)
What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-25 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
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
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy summer 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
Food & drink
We'll be stopping for a picnic lunch, so please bring a packed lunch. Bring plenty of snacks too! We'll also be having a midway pub stop for much needed liquid refreshments!
At the end of the walk we will also be finishing at a pub to stop for a drink or two.