Hertsmere Way
A long distance walk of 47 miles, the Hertsmere Way is a circular footpath which runs around the inside of the boundary of Hertsmere Borough, using public rights of way wherever possible. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Borehamwood
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
Grid Ref: TQ190963
Climbing: 677 metres
Walk time: 18-23 hours
Days: 3-4
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
Summary:
The Hertsmere Way is divided into several walkable sections from locations with public transport links. There is also a network of supporting walking routes to provide a variety of loop, figure of eight and linear walking opportunities of many different lengths. Hertsmere is an area just north of Greater London around Borehamwood, Radlett, Bushey and Potters bar. Locations on the route beginning with the starting point near Elstree Station in Borehamwood include Elstree, Aldenham Reservoir, Hilfield Park Reservoir, Bushey Heath, Watford Heath, the River Ver and River Colne valleys, Radlett, Bowman's Lakes, Potters Bar and Dancers Hill. The way has links with the London Loop, Ver-Colne Valley Way, Hertfordshire Way and Watling Chase Trail.
Useful Links:
The Hertsmere Way Website
Long Distance Walkers Association
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