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The Clappers is a fascinating clump of trees on top of what was an Iron Age fort (!) The ascent is easy, but hikers should note that the descent (down a perilously steep set of makeshift wooden stairs) is challenging in the wet.

Deacon Hill (172m), from which there are stunning views in essentially any direction (as long as you don't stare at your boots) is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (the summit area is rich in plant species, and there are birds here such as buzzards and numerous species of butterflies, too). There is a bench to sit on as well. The hill is a gorgeous place to be and marvel at the beauty of the world.

A fantastic forest walk with amazing views from above over the Chilterns, particularly towards the north. On the way, you will encounter a memorial by W A Robertson, who gave this area to the National Trust in memory of his brothers who died in the Great War. A great and enjoyable steep set of wooden stairs by the end of this stretch, too, as you rejoin the Chiltern Way.

Batford Spring Nature Reserve hosts a number of fresh springs that are the source for many chalk-lined streams and ponds. There are a network of footpaths that will lead you around the reserve past grasslands, woods and rivers.

Lovely views, and a trig point to bag

Good changes in terrain for a short walk.

A great hilltop with wonderful views around.

Great for children and dogs to wade into the river.

icknield way

This area of the Bedfordshire Hertfordshire border is excellent walking country. You will find areas of SSI and history from pre bronze age. There are Hill Forts, Round and Long Barrows, Terracing and Earthworks. Nummerous lime pits on the chalk up lands which were used for lime both for building and farming. Evidence of roman occupation and local resistance. The area is crossed by the Icknield Way probably the oldest route in the UK Check my website for many other walks and details of walking in this area of the Chilterns https://imcintosh.com/walking-north-herts-and-south-beds

Batford Springs is a nature reserve with fresh springs that are the source for a network of chalk-lined streams and ponds. The River Lea flows through the reserve, which also has open grassland and a small wooded area to explore.

The chalk summits of the Pegsdon Hills afford some of the best views you find in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You can expect stunning displays of nature at all times, making it a great place to explore throughout the year.

The Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe and Sundon Hills cover 86 hectares in Bedfordshire. With thick forests, gentle slopes and wildflowers, the area is a lovely place to cycle, hike and enjoy a picnic. The hills make up part of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and are considered a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Here, you will find plenty of interesting plants and wildlife. As the hills are made mostly of unimproved chalk grassland, there are lots of rare species. Look out for rabbits too!