We welcome you to our walking group.
The Bedfordshire GOC group started in 2024 however, both Mike Crossan and myself (Roy Fuller-Green actively became the group co-coordinators for this group on 1 Aug 2026.
Bedfordshire has a glorious contrast of countryside. A former inland ocean formed the dramatic gradients and long views of the Dunstable Downs. Gently rolling hills flow northbound. Flatlands sit in the middle of the county, running towards the east. Urban areas provide diverse landscapes of their own, from Bedford and Luton amongst the larger, to Ampthill, Biggleswade and Sandy amongst the smaller and loads of villages spotted here and there.
The Bedfordshire GOC Group with aim to walk on the 3rd Saturday of each month and occasionally on the 5th Sunday (as and when there is a fifth Sunday within the a calendar month). Bedfordshire walks are pre-walked and organised at the moment, by the two of us whilst we develop and grow the group however, in time, it is hoped that other members will want to lead walks. Our walks can be anywhere in the county of Bedfordshire. Our enthusiasm for the great outdoors, friendliness and an easy way to enjoy the countryside, that makes Bedfordshire GOC a welcoming and friendly group. You do not need to be as resident in our area and we hope that you would come and visit us
Our aim is to grow the Bedfordshire group with good and reasonably distanced walks anywhere for 5-6 miles in winter months and up to 7 to 9 miles during the longer summer months . We are keen to broaden the appeal of the group and very much hope we can attract more women members and also those from the LGBTQI+ communities across all ethnic groups.
If you are new to GOC, do make full use of your 4 month Free Trial Membership to walk with us and "try us out" before taking out full annual membership (only £17) which gives you access to all walk details. Join us and make some new friends.
Walks will generally start at 10.30 or 11am at the designated meeting points
Depending on the season and weather you may need to bring waterproof clothing, head covering, gloves and walking boots or a pair of strong shoes you don't mind getting muddy and something to eat / drink during the walk as most walks do not pass food shops. A pair of walking trousers are important - jeans get very heavy when wet and can get you dangerously cold. So far as the top part is concerned, layers are ideal because you can get quite hot uphill and then cold at the top.
A proper rucksack which balances the load will prevent any back issues, and finally don't forget to put your packed lunch in it! A day outdoors, even if there is light cloud, can expose you to a lot of sunlight so a hat and sunscreen are important.
Co-ordinators
From 1 Aug 2026 the new group co-ordinators of Bedfordshire group are Michael Crossan & Roy Fuller-Green
Comments? Queries?
If you have any comments or queries, please contact the group using the contact form below.
