Ivinghoe Beacon - Around Ashridge
Thursday 9th July
Photo: Sara

Hello Everyone

Roger Story
I am sorry to bring you the very sad  news that Roger has passed away. Roger was a regular BBN walker and leader for many years. He led many enjoyable walks for us in the Northants area he knew so well ….. with intriguing names like Horses for Courses, Around and About, A Bit of a Chase, By Canal and Roade, Over the Border Down Foxton Way, Parts that Other Walks Haven't Reached, A Covert Walk..... Those of us who knew him will remember a lovely man, a great Saints fan, and an excellent walking companion.
Roger’s funeral service will take place at Northampton Crematorium on 27th July at 2.30pm. Afterwards at the Northampton Casuals Rugby Club, Rushmills House, Bedford Road, NN4 7AA. RSPV to Wendy 07870 435187
A few photos

New Members
A very warm welcome to new Primary member Tess Harker. Tess has already walked with us, coming on Jim’s Marsworth Meander on Saturday.
Also, welcome to new Associate members Phillip Farrow and John Scothern - we look forward to meeting you on one of our group walks or challenge events.

Dave and Lynn Yorston’s 10th and Final Pick & Mix
The event was a great success with very near capacity entries. The full detailed report and stats have already been published on the BBN website.
May we register our deep thanks to everyone past and present who has helped us in the smooth running of this event. Without them, it would never have been possible. Jim Blakelock has now stepped forward to take on this event. Many thanks Jim. We are now taking a back seat – but will see you all in November at Barton-le-Clay.
And again, many thanks for the gift voucher that you presented to us.
Dave & Lynn 

Photos
Around Ashridge - Thursday 9th July
19 people braved the heat to walk the Ashridge Boundary Trail ….. An intrepid 5 completed the walk. Well done to them, and to leader Di who was well prepared with options for shortening the route to keep everyone safe.  Read more, and photos here  Photos

The Intrepid 5 
Photo: Nicki

Marsworth Meanderings - Saturday 11th July 
Jim’s 18 mile walk from Wing. Report and photos  Photos 

Photo: Jim

This week’s walk
Saturday 18th July - Northern Adventure Part 4 Stevenage to Biggleswade
18 mile linear walk. Start 08.50 from Stevenage station main entrance on Lytton Way (the east side of the station). There is advice about train times/car parking options on the website.
Finish at Biggleswade station which is 3 stations north of Stevenage on the same train line. Expect to finish about 4.30.
The route follows parts of the Hertfordshire Way, Letchworth Garden City Hicca Way, Kingfisher Way, and the Biggleswade Green Wheel, mostly on good firm tracks.
Picnic stops only, please bring all the food and drink you will need for the day. Moderate Pace.
The route started last year at St. Paul's Cathedral and this is the fourth in a set of pilgrimage walks with the aim of reaching Peterborough Cathedral. Dogs following the regulations are welcome.  Dogs on Walks
If you are intending to come, please notify the walk leader in advance if possible but even on the morning of the walk is fine. This is a joint walk with London LDWA and Essex & Herts LDWA.
Leader: Jerome Ripp Tel: 07470196890 E: rippjerome@gmail.com

Full details of all our future social walks and challenge events can be found on the BBN website Our Walks

Travelling Buffs
This buff has been in Wales bagging a few tops. Travelling Buffs

What lights up a football stadium?
A football match!
Why can’t Cinderella play football?
Because she’s always running away from the ball!
Why did the football quit the team?
It got tired of being kicked around.
How did the football pitch end up in a triangle?
Somebody took a corner!
How do football players deal with their problems?
Tackle them head-on.
How do hens encourage their football team?
They egg the players on!
Why did the chicken get sent off?
For persistent fowl play!
What do you do when you see an elephant with a football?
Get out of the way!

Gill Bunker
bbn.secretary@ldwa.org.uk


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