Walk 288: Broxbourne Woods Medium Loop

3.7 miles (6 km) with 92m of total ascent

The route between points 16 & 17

We added this walk in order to take advantage of some new wooden walkways across a particularly boggy stretch of Broxbourne Woods, which is Hertfordshire's only National Nature Reserve (NNR). The section to benefit the most is between points 14 & 17. The addition of this sturdy structure has enabled us to create a new loop to add to several walks in the collection that explore this wonderful woodland.

Walk 211: Wormley West Loop

3.7 miles (6 km) with 98m of total ascent

The path through Bencroft Wood at the start of the walk

This is a lovely walk following trails through deep woodland, passing through nature reserves and crossing arable farmland. There are a few sections in the woods where leaves and fallen trees can obscure the route. If you have a smartphone with GPS you will find the free navigation files helpful in such cases. I have added photographs to my description of the route to try to clarify certain turning points in the woodland.

The route crosses one livestock field where horses were grazing when we tested the walk. You will walk past The Woodman & Olive pub/restaurant at Wormley West End. There is also a short section where a public footpath is in the process of being rerouted. I have provided maps to show the current status of the right of way. The starting point for the walk is three miles W from Broxbourne Station by road.

Walk 81: Wormley Wood Loop

2.5 miles (4 km) with 76m total ascent

 

A great walk for those hot sunny days when you want to escape the sun and enjoy a good ramble in the shade. Plenty of up and down along the way, with loads of bridges, elevated walkways and stairs. When we walked the route in August there were quite a few midges and flies bugging us, but we always carry insect repellant and didn't get bitten. Unlike most of our walks this one doesn't pass by a pub, so take refreshments with you. There is a picnic table at the end just before you reach the car park. Wormley Wood is managed by the Woodland Trust.

Walk 27: Broxbourne Wood North Loop

6.5 miles (10.4 km) with 141m total ascent

 

Another walk through Broxbourne Nature Reserve, this time taking the northern loop. The route is well-signposted throughout. Just follow the waymark posts with the green arrows and the White Admiral butterfly. When you have done this, try our Walk 26: Broxbourne Wood South Loop.

Walk 26: Broxbourne Wood South Loop

4.8 miles (7.8 km) with 109m total ascent

 

A lovely walk through ancient woodland. It’s well signposted throughout. Just follow the waymark posts with the green arrows and the White Admiral butterfly. About half way round you could take a detour to The Woodman & Olive at Wormley West End (check opening times first). When you have done this walk try out Walk 27: Broxbourne Wood North Loop.

Walk 21: Broxbourne Wood Short Loop

1.4 miles (2.3 km) with 33m of total ascent

The Broxbourne Wood medium trail

This is a really short walk in Broxbourne Wood. It has fairly flat paths, although there are a number of elevated walkways which are probably not suitable for wheelchair users. There are two free car parks (at the time of writing). The route follows both the Broxbourne Wood medium trail, which has purple topped posts, and the Broxbourne Wood National Nature Reserve Trail. There is the option of walking The Sculpture Trail to extend the walk by 1km at the end.

Walk 8: Wormley West End Loop

3.1 miles (5 km) with 91m total ascent

 

This is a pleasant short walk through Broxbourne Woods, including Bencroft Wood and Wormley Wood. The route passed The Woodman & Olive pub. There is a fair amount of up and down, and some paths, particularly in the woodland, can be muddy. The starting point is 3.3 miles W of Broxbourne station by road.