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Sandhurst Wild
Tourist office
5.84 mi
+259 ft
-266 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Sandhurst (Bracknell Forest)
This gentle 9km circular walk passes through heathland, pasture and forest. Starting in Sandhurst, it takes in Wildmoor Heath nature reserve and part of Crowthorne Wood.
Sandhurst to Winchfield, Thames Valley
Visorando Member10.19 mi
+423 ft
-446 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sandhurst (Bracknell Forest)
This walk brings you along rivers and lakes with nature reserve, Charles Kingsley's church, forest and heath, stately oaks, cricketers' pub and historic church with a view.
⚠️The railway crossing into Ambarrow Court Nature Reserve is now permanently closed and the Three Castles Path has been diverted to cross the railway further north.
Crowthorne to Martins Heron via The Devil's Highway, around Reading
7.99 mi
+226 ft
-233 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Crowthorne (Bracknell Forest)
Passing through the grounds of Wellington College and crossing ancient forest and heath to an iron age fort and a heritage centre, this walk has plenty of interest.
Crowthorne to Winchfield via Welsh Drive, around Reading
10.27 mi
+400 ft
-423 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Crowthorne (Bracknell Forest)
This walk is level at first alongside the Blackwater River then on higher ground through forest and heathland before descending to the Hart Valley.
Fleet Countryside Stroll
6.40 mi
+89 ft
-89 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Fleet (Hampshire)
A lovely flat walk through some historical countryside taking in canals and farmland.
The Queen's Oak - Route 1
Tourism professional6.61 mi
+249 ft
-259 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Finchampstead (Borough of Wokingham)
Long walk with some mild hills, potentially muddy areas and woodland.
The Queen's Oak - Route 2
5.05 mi
+197 ft
-220 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Finchampstead (Borough of Wokingham)
Easy walking with some mild hills, potentially muddy areas and woodland.
Around Dogmersfield on the Basingstoke Canal
3.23 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Winchfield (Hampshire)
This short leisurely Hampshire walk explores the Dogmersfield Estate and the Basingstoke Canal. Perfect for an afternoon stroll after Sunday lunch.
Around Dogmersfield on the Basingstoke Canal
4.76 mi
+43 ft
-39 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Winchfield (Hampshire)
A leisurely Hampshire walk that explores the Dogmersfield Estate and the Basingstoke Canal. This longer version explores some of the countryside in the vicinity too.
Winchfield to Dummer, Thames Valley
18.38 mi
+902 ft
-604 ft
9h 15
Moderate
Departure from Winchfield (Hampshire)
On this walk, you will be able to enjoy the tranquil Norman church, the peaceful canal, a ruined castle, colony of rare bats, ancient tracks on chalk, walk downs pretty hamlets far-reaching views.
If you do only this part of the walk, bear in mind that you will need transport to go back to the start point or to your home or return the same way back.
Crooked Billet
5.04 mi
+98 ft
-82 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Wokingham Without (Borough of Wokingham)
Level walk with some busy roadside walking and muddy areas.
Bagshot Heath from South Hill Park
8.93 mi
+518 ft
-489 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bracknell (Bracknell Forest)
Walk from the free car park at South Hill Park through their grounds and across to Caesar's Camp and round Bagshot Heath looping back via Rapley Lake to The Look Out (cafe) and back to South Hill Park (cafe and arts centre)
West Green House
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.55 mi
+75 ft
-75 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Hartley Wintney (Hampshire)
Gently undulating circular walk across fields and through woodlands, passing by Leather Bottle PH in Mattingley
Martin's Heron to Ascot, around Reading
4.34 mi
+95 ft
-115 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Winkfield (Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead)
A level walk through Swinley Park, part of the Crown Estate, then across Ascot Heath with a close-up view of the world-famous race course.
Hook to Winchfield, around Reading
7.19 mi
+36 ft
-66 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Hook (Hampshire)
This walk leads to the ruins of 13th century Odiham Castle and the upper reaches of the River Whitewater, then follows the towpath along the scenic Basingstoke Canal.
Around Reading
106.56 mi
+2,953 ft
-3,399 ft
15 days
Easy
Departure from Sunninghill and Ascot (Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead)
This is a 16 stages walk around Reading accessible from one railway station to another.
Start & End: Martin's Heron Railway Station (RG12 9TZ) Grid ref. SU 887 683
Ascot to Windsor, around Reading
7.60 mi
+262 ft
-351 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sunninghill and Ascot (Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead)
An interesting walk on good paths following the route of the royal procession from Ascot through Windsor Great Park and offering a 'surprise' view of Windsor Castle.
Alice Holt Forest & Gruffalo Trail
5.57 mi
+272 ft
-266 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Binsted (Hampshire)
In the mood for a forest walk? The Alice Holt Forest walk is perfect for that. Discover the wonderful Alice Holt Forest and its variety of trails, ideal for a day out with the kids or for grown-ups wanting a break from the city. Let’s hop into the rabbit hole and uncover Alice Holt Forest’s wonderland!
Heron on the ford - Route 1
3.02 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Charvil (Borough of Wokingham)
Easy lakeside walking with two busy road crossings.
Heron on the ford - Route 2
5.48 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Charvil (Borough of Wokingham)
Easy walking with some mild slopes, road crossings and muddy areas.
Heron on the ford - Route 3
1.81 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Charvil (Borough of Wokingham)
Easy walking throughout but can be muddy in places.
River Kennet from Reading town centre
5.53 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Reading
An urban walk that takes in part of the River Kennet on the outskirts of Reading and returns to the town centre.
From Reading Station to The Flowing Spring pub
4.24 mi
+39 ft
-36 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Reading
Lovely walk along the Thames from Reading Station to The Flowing Spring pub.
Reading Waterways Circular
3.28 mi
+39 ft
-16 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Reading
A level walk on good paths with plenty of wildlife along the River Thames and River Kennet, passing through some of the older areas of the town.
Reading to Goring
11.44 mi
+282 ft
-243 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Reading
This is the eleventh stage of the multi-day route "Railways and Waterways, between Oxford and London".
A varied walk past Christchurch Bridge, through the Reading Festival site, past Mapledurham Lock alongside the scenic Chiltern Hills, across a toll bridge, through woodland and beside the river again to the spectacular Goring Gap.
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