Sunday 10th November 2024. Leader Brian Falls
Meet: St Pancras International Platform B for 09.35 train to Harlington - New Area, arrives 10.24. Calls Redhill, Blackfriars, Farringdon. Brian will meet ramblers at Harlington. Please use toilets on train, as toilets at Harlington only open when station staffed.
Return trains from Harlington are approx. every 20 minutes.
Lunch: The Chequers, Streatley. Friendly pub, hearty dishes, Sunday lunches etc. Cask and craft beers. Reasonable prices.
Tea: Two pubs in Harlington near station
Distance: 10 miles. Some hillocks in the morning, worth it for the wonderful views over Bedfordshire. After lunch there is a descent by wooden steps from the top of 'Sharpenhoe Clappers' - easily managed with patience.
Fare: Fare from St Pancras to Harlington Return is £16.60 without concessions etc. With Railcard discount fare is £11.05. Other Zonal discounts can be applied."
Photos below kindly provided by Brian.