The Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

These walks take in some of the most scenic places in the northern Chilterns, through rolling farmland, magnificent beechwoods and through carpets of wildflowers in summer. There are 2 circular walks from Harlington railway station, a long one of 7 miles or a shorter 5.5 mile version. There is also a short easy stroll of 1.5 miles from The Lynmore pub in Sharpenhoe. Enjoy the beauty of the Sundon Hills Country Park, and the wonderful views from the National Trust-owned Sharpenhoe Clappers. Harlington, which is on the rail line between London and Bedford, is a great place to start the walks and has a couple of pubs for refreshments. En route you will use part of the ancient Icknield Way and the Chiltern Way.

Facilities

Toilets, refreshments and parking

Getting There

Harlington rail station has an excellent train service, London-Bedford and all stations between 08457484950 for times. There are also buses from Luton and Dunstable

Disabled Access

Routes have kissing gates or steps which are likely to prove problematic for mobility scooters. Not suitable for wheelchairs. May be suitable for all terrain pushchairs

Route

Harlington to Sharpenhoe Clappers

Location

Harlington, Bedfordshire

OS Map

Sheet 193: Luton & Stevenage

Grid Reference

TL035305

Distance

1½, 5 or 7 miles

Information Available

Walk Like The Clappers

Dogs Allowed

Under close control. On leads when livestock present

Route