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We are the East Hertfordshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

We will explore the parks around Stevenage. 

Fairyland Valley Park provides a variety of habitats which support a range of wildlife.  In addition to the traditional short grass swards, it also benefits from woodland, a network of lakes, long grass swards and grassland which provides a home to the Great Green Bush Cricket – the only colony in Hertfordshire. 

Hampson Park is an historical parkland in Stevenage named after local Olympian, Thomas Hampson. Thomas Hampton (28 October 1907 – 4 September 1965) was an English athlete, winner of the 800 metres at the 1932 Summer Olympics and the first man to run 800 metres in under 1 minute 50 seconds.

Hampson park is the highest point in Stevenage, with great views across the town and surrounding countryside.

Thursday, 13 February 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 23365 25188
Nearest postcode:
SG1 3AN
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Start time:
10:00 am

We will meet in the free car park off Church Lane, in Old Town Stevenage, SG1 3AN TL234252 W3Ws///juror.bubble.wicked

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