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The walk explores Parkf ields and its How to get there: surroundings, taking in Allum Lane You can start the walk from anywhere along its route. Spinney, Radlett Park Golf Course and See walk map for linking roads. the wider countryside. By Road: Parkfields is accessed over the railway via Red Road, Why Walk? northwest of Borehamwood. You can also join the route Park–elds Walking is arguably the best exercise and a good way at Allum Lane. Borehamwood is just off the A1 or A41. for you to get the 150 minutes of moderate exercise There are public car parks throughout Borehamwood. per week recommended by health professionals to & Beyond maintain wellbeing. By Public Transport: You can join the walk route at Allum Lane, a two How much time do you have? minute walk from Elstree & Borehamwood Station. 40 minutes - Loop 1 (1.4 mile / 2.2km) There are bus stops along the route. 50 minutes - Loop 2 (1.7 miles / 2.7km) For travel details visit www.intalink.org.uk or contact 80 minutes - Loop 3 (2.7 miles / 4.3km) Traveline on 0300 123 4050 (open 8am - 8pm).
Other Local Walks This walk is one of a series of Countryside on Your Doorstep walks in Borehamwood and Elstree. Download these and other walks from www.hertslink.org/cms/ Hertfordshire Health Walks is a countywide initiative, providing free, led walks, helping everyone get outdoors, get more active and reap the benefits. There are regular health walks in Borehamwood and surrounding areas of Parkfields and Allum Lane Spinney is The Countryside Management Service various lengths from gentle 20 minute strolls to owned and managed by Hertsmere (CMS) works with communities in 90 minute walks. Pick up a copy of the programme Borough Council. For further Hertfordshire to help them care for in your local library, GP surgery or download information contact the and enjoy the environment. it from www.hertfordshirehealthwalks.org Parks and Amenities team: For more information contact CMS at:
www.hertsmere.gov.uk/parks www.hertslink.org/cms Tel: 0800 731 1810 (freephone) Tel: 01992 588433 Email: [email protected]
Thanks to Elstree & Borehamwood Museum © Countryside Management Service, 2015 Thanks to Chris Newman for providing some of the images
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