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Finchley & Hornsey Group

Finchley & Hornsey is a friendly group, open to everyone. We walk mainly in Herts and surrounding counties.

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Overview

From Great Missenden we clear the HS2 and wander mainly through fields and farmsteads, taking in Ballinger Common, Chartridge and South Heath, passing St Mary's Church on our return.

Sunday, 18 May 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please bring a packed lunch, and wear boots strong enough to cope with mud (a possibility in or after wet weather).  A few stiles, especially towards the end. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SP 89289 01305
Nearest postcode:
HP16 9AY
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Start time:
10:30 am

Official start point will be the station for the sake of those coming by train (from Marylebone). If coming by car you can use the nearby car park in Link Road at HP16 9AE and wait there as it's on the route.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking