We’re a Ramblers group aimed mainly at people in their 20s, 30s and slightly older, offering led walks and social events across Herts, Beds and south Cambs.
This walk is for up to 30 people, including the leader.
Join us as we venture to the surface of the moon! 'Museum of the Moon', a mesmerising touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram, is currently gracing St Albans Cathedral. We'll conclude our walk with the chance to marvel at this magnificent lunar installation in its awe-inspiring setting.
We'll start by embarking on a countryside ramble, beginning with a stroll through St Albans' rich Roman history in Verulamium Park. Leaving the city behind, we'll make our way to the picturesque Gorhambury Estate, following its sweeping drive to the elegant 18th-century country house, which replaced the original Old Gorhambury House - now an atmospheric ruin that we’ll take time to explore.
The walk offers gently rolling views of the surrounding parkland and farmland as we meander along estate tracks and quiet country lanes. We’ll pause for a packed lunch near Appspond Wood before heading to the hamlet of Potters Crouch for a well-earned pub visit. From there, our journey back to the Cathedral will take us along a varied route of lanes, woodland trails, open fields, suburban footpaths, and even more Roman remnants.
A final glimpse of Museum of the Moon inside the Cathedral is, of course, entirely optional. And for those who wish to extend the day, St Albans' many welcoming hostelries await, offering the perfect spot for post-walk refreshments.
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
For information about walking with the group, including our dog policy, please visit the Stag Walkers website.
Booking your place: Please book your place using the free Meetup website/app. Join the Stag Walkers Meetup group and click the 'Attend' button on the event page.
Please do not turn up for a walk without booking, as places are limited.
If the walk is fully booked, click 'join waitlist' to get a place if one becomes available and please check back regularly in case you do get a place. The waitlist gives priority to single bookings so if you wish to bring a guest, we recommend booking separately.
Unless you opt in to further communications, we will only use contact information you provide to get in touch about the walk.
This is a circular walk.
The start time is when we aim to start walking and the finish time is an estimate.
Walks are graded Easy, Leisurely, Moderate or Strenuous in increasing order of difficulty. Please read the walk description to check it is within your abilities and contact the group if you are unsure.
Please:
We are a Ramblers group, non-members are welcome to try us out for three free walks before joining Ramblers as a full member.
As a charity we ask that non-members consider making a voluntary donation to Ramblers until they purchase membership. We suggest £3-4 per walk. You can donate in person or online.
The Ramblers’ Association is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales. Company registration number: 4458492. Registered Charity in England and Wales number: 1093577. Registered office: First Floor, 10 Queen Street Place, London EC4R 1BE.
St Albans Cathedral, Romeland, AL3 4EZ. Meet on the grass outside the main entrance of St Albans cathedral, near the gate which leads onto Romeland. What3Words:///zealous.round.snake 0.6 miles walk from St Albans Abbey railway station and 0.9 miles from St Albans City station. 0.7 miles from St Peter's Street for bus services from Stevenage (Arriva 301), Hertford, WGC etc. (Greenline 724). Numerous car parks in St Albans, although be aware that many have very high charges for 4+ hours. Recommended to use Civic Centre Multi-Storey which is £2.50 all day on Sundays. 8 Bricket Rd, St Albans AL1 3JX (0.5 miles away) https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/car-parks-and-street-pay-and-display
