When the occasion arose to be a guide for the blind and partially sighted, I jumped at the chance. As an avid explorer, and Rambler, and curious by heart and nature – I’m glad I did.

As well as being a fun and rewarding volunteering experience, we also walked five miles, made many more friends and soaked up all that this part of the world has to offer! This travel narrative highlights a section of the journey along the river Lea Navigation route from Hertford Town to Ware on a sunny day in August.