5.6 miles (9.1 km) with 350 ft of ascent
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A field of poppies just after point 9 in the directions below |
This lovely linear walk between Hertford North station and Watton-at-Stone station follows the River Beane. The route crosses Waterford Marsh and Waterford Heath, and passes through the grounds of Woodhall Park. There are two pubs close to the finish point, The George and Dragon and The Bull, as well as Crumbs bakery and cafe. A short detour to visit all three is included towards the end of the directions. There is one pub, The Millstream, close the the start of the walk.