Hertfordshire Walks

Redbourn Walks & Route Maps

Redbourn walk, Hertfordshire
Redbourn · Photo: Local Walks Team

From a gentle village stroll to a longer countryside ramble, these walks around Redbourn showcase the variety of landscapes that surround this historic Hertfordshire village.

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Walk information

Redbourn Walk 1

Walk distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

This first route is a short family-friendly walk around the village of Redbourn.

You'll initially walk through the pretty village common before looping around and joining onto the Nickey Line which is an old disused railway route.

After a long stroll along the Nickey Line, you'll then cut back into the village to visit the pretty Church of St Mary and then walk past the wonderful Hollybush pub for some refreshments on the way back to the start.

Refreshments:

The Hollybush, Redbourn

The Cricketers, Redbourn

Redbourn Walk 1 4.1 Ratings and reviews 10 ratings · 4 reviews

Based on 10 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.1

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.4 / 5
Path condition4.0 / 5
Buggy friendly3.3 / 5
Wheelchair friendly2.6 / 5
Toilet facilities1.1 / 5
Pub or café2.9 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockNo livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Hertfordshire Walks app.

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User reviews

Walker review

This was our first walk using the App and the area is very familiar to us However, it took us on new paths which were lovely. There is traffic noise (to be expected) in places but this didn’t detract from a most enjoyable walk. We’re very much looking forward to doing lots more walks. Thanks for such clarity.

Walker review

Fantastic walk. We went with a pushchair and there one part with stairs where we needed to take a small detour on a nearby road and rejoin. Small parts had a bit of mud but overall it was pleasant. We went to the Hollybush pub for lunch which was excellent.

Walker review

Enjoyable easy walk. Dog had to be lead for all of walk that was not the Nickey line as roads close by. Very quiet in early morning when I went.

Walker review

Visited the route from the app today and was delighted! The construction site in the middle of the route, namely stray dogs, spoiled the mood a little. I have never seen stray dogs in England! But perhaps somewhere there is one of the owners. However, the itinerary was perfect and very comfortable! First through the village and then through a small forest. The route ends in a cozy pub where you can have a pint of excellent cider! I completed this route faster than indicated, although I photographed beautiful places along the way.

Walk information

Redbourn Walk 2

Walk distance
5 miles
Time
2.5 hours
Route type
Circular

This second route is basically a long extension of the first walk for those of you that really want to stretch your legs.

You'll still enjoy the church, Nickey Line and Redbourn Common, but about half way along the Nickey Line you'll leave the route for a big extra loop of glorious countryside walking - the highlight of this being the delightful Redbournbury Mill.

Please be aware that you have to cross a busy road twice on this route, so it might not be suitable for some walkers.

Refreshments:

The Hollybush, Redbourn

The Cricketers, Redbourn

Redbourn Walk 2 4.3 Ratings and reviews 7 ratings · 3 reviews

Based on 7 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.3

A very popular walk

Dog friendly3.1 / 5
Path condition4.1 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly0.9 / 5
Toilet facilities1.6 / 5
Pub or café3.6 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingGentle slopes
LivestockRarely any livestock
StilesA stile or two
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Hertfordshire Walks app.

First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

Really enjoying using the app. This is our second wall using it.There was lots of lovely scenery and wildlife and we had a welcome drink at the Holly Bush pub at the end.

Walker review

Lovely walk and first time using the app

Walker review

We did the 2 1/2 hour walk with our dog, very nice, fairly easy walk, pretty countryside. There were some horses in a field alongside side the path, they were penned in but you can see them. The path was very quiet, only met one other walking couple.

Walk information

Redbourn Walk 3

Walk distance
5¾ miles
Time
3 hours
Route type
Circular

This third route is a completely different type of walk to the others and it instead heads out to the north of Redbourn.

The walk basically is a long walk through mainly big open sweeping arable farmland, so it's a great walk for some healthy exercise and fresh air.

You are rewarded for your efforts though with some lovely views over Flamstead at the far end of the walk and a bit more exercise as you descend down, and then climb back up, the hill.

Refreshments:

The Hollybush, Redbourn

Redbourn Walk 3 3.7 Ratings and reviews 3 ratings · 1 review

Based on 3 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating3.7

A well-liked walk

Dog friendly2.7 / 5
Path condition3.7 / 5
Buggy friendly1.3 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.3 / 5
Pub or café3.0 / 5
Route accuracy5.0 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockNo livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelMay be muddy after wet weather

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Hertfordshire Walks app.

First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

Lovely walk with the dogs mostly off lead throughout. Says no hills but there is a fairly short climb.

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Expanded route map for Redbourn Walk 1, a 2 mile circular walk in Hertfordshire