On 10th August, 16 SAR members set out to challenge themselves with an 18 mile walk across three Chiltern peaks. We started in Princes Risborough and quickly reached the top of Whiteleaf Hill, where we enjoyed spectacular views on a bright, clear day. Dropping down to Cadsden, we then set Read more…
SAR members met on a day that promised fine weather to cover 14 miles from Ashridge College to Jockey End. The first hour had a mix of rain and sun but after that we enjoyed fine weather and lovely views over the rolling Chiltern countryside
In February SAR members headed to Gran Canaria for a week in sunnier climes.
The walking proved suitably challenging and the week was greatly enjoyed by all.
Seventeen walkers met on a chilly January day to walk from Leavesden Country Park. Icy weather meant that mud from recent rainy weather was largely frozen, so stepping carefully we were not too muddy at the end of the walk.
After a period of heavy rain, 30 SAR members made their way to the beautiful Peak District National Park to walk in the Dovedale area in fine weather. We had two walks each day and SAR members were happy to enjoy walking at a level that suited them and socialising Read more…
In September 2023, SAR members visited the Austrian Tirol. The weather was perfect and we all enjoyed some challenging walks in beautiful mountain country
Led by Giles, SAR members walked the Length of the Ver Valley, from source to where it meets the River Colne. Giles imparted information on each stage about the history and about the River itself.
In 2022, SAR members continued the long walk that we had started in Gloucestershire before we had ever heard of Covid. The Thames Path attracted a good number of regular walkers and as London was reached, they continued to turn up in spite of train problems and other things getting Read more…
In July 2022, SAR members travelled to Northern Spain to walk in the Pyrenees. We spent a few days in the city of Zaragoza and were delighted by its interesting history and beautiful buildings. Although the weather was hot, we enjoyed walking high in the mountains. Some of it was Read more…