Stepping Stones

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Igor Z
May 2nd, 2023 -
Uncle Yuen
Apr 17th, 2023 -
gautam vj
Apr 11th, 2023 -
ron deacon
Apr 6th, 2023 -
Steven Howard
Jan 10th, 2023
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Q Where is Stepping Stones located?
A Stepping Stones is located at Derwent House, 179 Hempstead Rd, Watford, eng WD17 3HG
Q What days are Stepping Stones open?
A Stepping Stones is open:
Friday: 24 Hours
Saturday: 24 Hours
Sunday: 24 Hours
Monday: 24 Hours
Tuesday: 24 Hours
Wednesday: 24 Hours
Thursday: 24 Hours
Q How is Stepping Stones rated?
A Stepping Stones has a 4.5 Star Rating from 57 reviewers.
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Stepping Stones
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I did my research and knew that it is easier in summer when water level is lower, and saw a mention of one of the stones being dislodged, making it more tricky. But the overall message was that its definitely doable. Its not. There are 3 large gaps, which you can only get across by getting wet / having to step on slippery submerged stones / using a walking stick to help swing yourself over the gap. This is advanced scrambling, and not for everyone.
We walked west along the southern bank of the river, intending to cross over the stones and return to our car via the village. We could not cross. If I was on my own I might have tried it. But it was not possible for my wife and kids (6 and 3).
This meant we had to return the way we came, instead of via the village. The track on the southern bank was narrow and at this time of year very muddy almost throughout, which we did not really expect from a path marked as Derwent Valley Heritage Way on the OS map. There was even a 5-6 metre section (at the entrance to Goose Nest Wood) which looked like the river bank had collapsed, and the track was literally 5 inches wide and required you to lean onto and cling to the muddy cliff next to you, otherwise you can fall straight into the river, which is deep at this point. Again, pretty hairy and not great with kids.
In summary, although the river is undeniably pretty, if youre expecting a leisurely walk next to it - at this time of the year its an annoying muddy slog, and you most likely wont be able to cross over the stepping stones to make it a circular walk.