Walk 284: Rabley Heath North Loop

2.5 miles (4 km) with 21m of total ascent

The view from Codicote bridleway 25 at point 7

This is our second walk from Rabley Heath and is one of the shortest in the Hertfordshire Walker collection. It follows well-defined footpaths, bridleways, and quiet country lanes across some lovely countryside. The walk starts and finishes at The Robin Hood & Little John pub at Rabley Heath then passes close to The Lytton Arms which involves a 525m detour at point 6 in the walk.

Walk 268: Rabley Heath South Loop

3.6 miles (5.8 km) with 43m of total ascent

Knebworth footpath 10 towards the end of the walk

This is a lovely gentle circular walk along well-defined paths over undulating countryside with some great views. At various points you will be serenaded by the sound of skylarks above, broken only by the occasional plane. The route involves some lane walking, but they are quiet lanes and there are verges where you can stand to one side if needed. We met three cars only.

Walk 255: Knebworth North-West Short Loop

5.4 miles (8.7 km) with 101m of total ascent

Knebworth footpath 10 between points 4 and 5

This is a shortened version of a longer route across rolling countryside north-west of Knebworth. The original route, Walk 199: Knebworth North-West Long Loop, is 7.6 miles (12.3km) with 153m of total ascent.

Both routes follow well-defined paths crossing open farmland and passing through woodland. The walk starts and finishes at Knebworth train station and is one of several in our collection of linear walks which have been added for those who want to access walks via public transport rather than taking a car.

Walk 249: Stevenage to Welwyn North Linear

8.6 miles (13.8km) with 141m of total ascent

Knebworth footpath 25 approaching point 7

This linear walk includes stretches of attractive woodland and wide open countryside with excellent views. As with all our station-to-station walks the route starts and finishes in urban areas. You will cross the A1(M) and the East Coast Mainline twice which means you will be aware of traffic and train noise for much of the route. However, despite that, the walk is a really enjoyable route and there are some lovely stretches that are worth the effort.

Walk 226: Knebworth to Welwyn North Linear

5.2 miles (8.4 km) with 110m of total ascent

The view approaching point 9 in the walk

This linear walk from Knebworth station to Welwyn North station crosses the A1(M) twice then weaves its way south-west then south-east to the outskirts of old Welwyn where you can take a short detour for refreshments at one of the many pubs, restaurants and coffee shops. Because of the proximity to the motorway you will be aware of the noise of traffic, particularly between points 3 & 5 and 12 & 17, but, if you can try to ignore the sound, the views are rewarding.

Walk 199: Knebworth North-West Long Loop

7.6 miles (12.3km) with 153m of total ascent

The gate at point 15 in the walk

This is a lovely walk across the rolling countryside north-west of Knebworth. We have created a shorter version of this route, Walk 255: Knebworth North-West Short Loop which is 5.4 miles (8.7 km) with 101m of total ascent.

This longer route follows well-defined paths over open farmland and passes through deep woodland where you will pass ancient burial mounds from the Bronze Age and Roman period. The walk starts and finishes at Knebworth train station and has been added to our list of station-to-station linear walks for those who want to access walks via public transport rather than taking a car.

Walk 87: Rabley Heath South-East Loop

3.9 miles (6.3 km) with 58m of total ascent

The view after point 16 in the walk

This route explores the area to the east and south of Rabley Heath visiting some rights of way that we have not walked before as well as including some old favourites walked in reverse. It is a walk with some magnificent views which starts and finishes outside The Robin Hood & Little John.

Walk 78: Welwyn North-East Loop

7.6 miles (12.3 km) with 188m of total ascent

 

This walk offers some really good ups and downs with a steady climb at the halfway point, a pub two-thirds of the way round, a stretch that will fascinate train lovers, and wide, open fields with excellent views. There is some walking along quiet country lanes.

Walk 77: Old Knebworth South-West Loop

6.2 miles (10 km) with 72m total ascent

Winter Wood at point 3 in the walk

A pleasant ramble through rolling countryside with wide open fields offering excellent views. A mix of woodland footpaths, tracks, quiet country lanes, and one small section through a housing estate on the northern edge of Codicote. The walk starts and finishes at The Lytton Arms in Old Knebworth.