Whilst retaining some of the popular walks John has also introduced some new ones for this year.
Thanks to John for his ongoing enthusiasm and for allowing Sandra and Mariella to experiment with recording them, so that we can make them available for those unable to join the walks to listen to and follow the trail on a map of Ampthill.
PLEASE email membership@adps.org.uk to reserve your place and get more joining information as numbers are always limited.
Tuesday 29th 0ctober 2024
Ghost Walk: John’s Ghost Walks continue to attract many Ghosthunters. A town the age of Ampthill seems to have more than its fair share of ghost stories, with more coming to light all the time. Come and hear these stories together with other historical facts about the town
Ghost Walk: A repeat of John’s ever-popular Ghost Walk from October (Please don’t book both!)
John’s Pub Crawl: Over the years, there have been at least 22 hostelries in Ampthill. These inns and alehouses have been the mainstay of quenching the thirst of residents and visitors for centuries. Although the Morris Brewery was the main producer of ale for about 130 years, there were many other small brewers in the town. This tour around Ampthill will point out where the hostelries were and how they fitted into the local community.
Saturday 31st May 2025 (Please Note Change of date from 17th May)
Secret Ampthill: With any town of the age of Ampthill there are going to be those interesting little features that you probably walk past every day and never notice. This walk explores the town and highlights the hidden gems and why they are there, including the various graveyards in the town.
Please Note: This walk will start from Outside the Engine & Tender
Vintage Ventures -Discovering Ampthill’s Bygone Shops: In years gone by many tell us that you could buy all that you needed in Ampthill, No need to venture further. Join us to explore and visit the sites of various old shops and find out what pre-dates some of the current ones.
Graveyard Tour For its size, Ampthill has one of the largest graveyards in the county. There are some fascinating characters buried there with interesting stories to be told. The tour covers some sad stories together with memorials and graves of the Lords and Ladies with fascinating stories to tell.
Programme of Walks 2025-2026
Two walks have been announced so far, more to follow. Full details of the 2025/26 programme will be available soon.
Ampthill’s Origins through the Park Ampthill Park has had an enormous influence on the town, from prehistoric times to the present day. This walk around the park will highlight a whole range of historical features and why they are there, as well as piecing together how various historical events have contributed to the nation’s historical past.
Ampthill in Wartime The Civil War and both World Wars have had a marked influence on the development of the town. We look at why Ampthill has four war memorials, as well as visiting important buildings in the town that were used for wartime activities
