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The Ibex Chaddleworth circular, Chaddleworth
Visorando Member
4.52 mi
+154 ft
-161 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Chaddleworth (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to explore Chaddleworth countryside.
St Margaret's Church circular, Catmore
3.37 mi
+253 ft
-236 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Catmore (West Berkshire)
This circular walk will bring you to explore Catmore countryside.
The Fox circular, Peasemore
3.77 mi
+207 ft
-197 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Peasemore (West Berkshire)
A circular walk that brings you around Peasemore countryside via Leckhampstead village.
The Harrow circular, West Ilsley
4.47 mi
+171 ft
-174 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from West Ilsley (West Berkshire)
This circular walk will bring you to explore West Ilsley countryside.
The Great Shefford circular, Great Shefford
3.51 mi
+262 ft
-262 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Great Shefford (West Berkshire)
This walks brings you around Great Shefford countryside.
The Crown and Horns circular, East Ilsley
2.87 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from East Ilsley (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit East Ilsley countryside.
Red Barn circular via the Ridgeway, Lambourn
6.28 mi
+282 ft
-272 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you will be able to enjoy on a clear day, views across the countryside to Letcombe Bassett, Letcombe Regis, Wantage and even Didcot.
The Red Lion circular, Chieveley
3.90 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Chieveley (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Chieveley countryside.
Wantage to Ogbourne St George, The Ridgeway the Other Way
Association / Club / Walk leader22.28 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,063 ft
11h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wantage (Oxfordshire)
The Ridgeway the other way. The National Trail from NE to SW. The fifth Stage is probably the most remote section of The Ridgeway, with some wonderful views and prehistoric monuments to enjoy.
The Five Bells circular, Wickham
3.50 mi
+203 ft
-220 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Welford (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you around the Wickham countryside.
The Bell circular, Boxford
3.76 mi
+56 ft
-72 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Boxford (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to explore Boxford countryside along the River Lambourn.
Lambourn Valley
1.24 mi
+138 ft
-138 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
A short bracing walk which heads uphill for the first half.
The Lambourn Valley Way, from Lambourn to Newbury with shorter options
15.09 mi
+299 ft
-449 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
The Lambourn Valley Way is a delightful 32km (20 mile) mile walk, from the Ridgeway at Uffington Castle to Newbury. This route describes the second part of this walk, from Lambourn to Newbury, including an optional visit to Donnington Castle. It mostly follows the bank of the River Lambourn or the route of the dismantled Lambourn Valley Railway.
The upper Lambourn Valley Way and Ridgeway - from Lambourn
13.95 mi
+614 ft
-627 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
The Lambourn Valley Way is a delightful 32km (20 mile) mile walk, from the Ridgeway at Uffington Castle to Newbury. This circular walk goes from Lambourn to the Ridgeway past Ashdown House, along the Ridgeway past the ancient monuments of Wayland's Smithy and Uffington Castle, and returns to Lambourn along the Lambourn Valley Way. The route "The Lambourn Valley Way, from Lambourn to Newbury (with shorter options)" describes the continuation of this walk to Newbury.
Lambourn circular via Rooksnest and Eastbury, Lambourn Valley
5.61 mi
+338 ft
-367 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
A lovely walk with much variety and interest : wild flower meadow, Watts Bank Nature Reserve, superb views of the Eastbury Downs and Lambourn nestled in the Lambourn Valley, the pretty little village of Eastbury, which has many buildings of historic interest and the Lambourn River, a seasonal chalk stream.
This walk goes up (and down) several hills and can be slippery underfoot after rain.
From Lynch Wood to The Folly via Upper Lambourn, Lambourn Valley
4.22 mi
+190 ft
-187 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
Starting at the market square this walk takes you through Lynch wood to Upper Lambourn and then onto the fields above Lambourn and back via the Folly.
Lambourn circular via Greenways, Ox wood and White Shute
4.10 mi
+361 ft
-351 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
Along this walk, you will be able to enjoy a wonderful view of Lambourn from, a delightful cottage with a beautifully kept garden and to go through Ox Wood.
Lambourn via Eastbury and Sheepdrove, Lambourn Valley
5.32 mi
+384 ft
-377 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you through Eastbury and Sheepdrove and gives fine views of the downs towards the Ridgeway. Then, it goes past a number of gallops, where you may see racehorses exercising.
From Gillards Copse to Thornhill Copse via Ox Wood, Lambourn Valley
4.55 mi
+322 ft
-344 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
This is a walk through woodlands and along the open fields to the South-East of Lambourn.
Lambourn circular via Eastbury, Lambourn Valley
4.95 mi
+200 ft
-223 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
Start the walk at the Market Square, note the old Market Cross and the site of the Lambourn Tanker Crash of 1953, and enjoy the river and countryside around Lambourn.
Lambourn circular via Baydon Hole, Bailey Hill and Near Down
7.40 mi
+551 ft
-528 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
This circular walk starts from Lambourn and goes via Baydon Hole, Bailey Hill and Near Down.
The Swan, Compton
4.61 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Compton (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Compton areas.
Hermitage to Hampstead Norreys via the Eling Way
4.95 mi
+272 ft
-292 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Hermitage (West Berkshire)
A circular path from Hermitage to Hampstead Norreys along paths through the Eling estate, returning along the Eling Way which follows the route of the former railway.
Upper Lambourn circular via The Maddle
5.75 mi
+341 ft
-364 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
On this circular walk, you will be able to experience Upper chalk and the Mandown gallop complex.
Upper Lambourn via Baydon Hole and Bailey Hill
6.03 mi
+404 ft
-423 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
A circular walk that brings you from Upper Lambourn via Baydon Hole and Bailey Hill.
The Fox circular, Hermitage
4.27 mi
+295 ft
-282 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Hermitage (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you into Fence Wood and goes past Grimsbury Castle.
Around Hampstead Norreys
5.94 mi
+482 ft
-489 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Hampstead Norreys (West Berkshire)
A varied walk through woods, meadows and fields, taking in the River Pang, with local history from the Bronze Age to World War Two. Two shorter options are described - 6km and 9km.
The Rising Sun circular, Stockcross
2.96 mi
+187 ft
-190 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Speen (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you around Stockcross countryside and go nearby Bagnor Manor.
The White Hart circular, Hampstead Norreys
4.45 mi
+230 ft
-203 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Hampstead Norreys (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Hampstead Norreys countryside and woodlands.
The Castle circular, Donington
3.97 mi
+233 ft
-217 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Shaw cum Donnington (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you to visit Donnington countryside walking nearby Donnington Castle and Snelsmore Common Country Park.
The Red Lion - Route 3
Tourism professional4.59 mi
+207 ft
-197 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Blewbury (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk over flat terrain except when climbing Blewburton hill.
The Red Lion - Route 2
4.42 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Blewbury (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk over flat terrain around The Red Lion.
The Red Lion - Route 1
3.46 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Blewbury (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk over flat terrain around The Red Lion.
Membury Camp and the Solar Farm
4.03 mi
+308 ft
-322 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lambourn (West Berkshire)
Although just outside the valley, this walk gives access to very different countryside, with a number of features of interest, some lovely views and snowdrops and bluebells at the right time of year. The walk includes a number of steepish hills.
Steventon to Abingdon
6.28 mi
+33 ft
-56 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Steventon (Oxfordshire)
6 miles almost entirely off road and flat walk from Steventon to Abingdon with a return journey on X2 bus (you can park in Steventon Village Hall). If you walk on a Sunday morning, you can have a coffee and cake at Sutton Courtenay weirs. On a hot day there is plenty of opportunity for a dog to swim in the Thames.
As you pass behind Sutton Courtenay there are a few footpath options; however, whatever route you take you'll end up close to the Church, and the George or Sawan pubs before headding to Sutton Courtenay Weirs. Then follow the Thames Path to Abingdon.
Inkpen Wild
Tourist office11.06 mi
+853 ft
-850 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Kintbury (West Berkshire)
This 17km circular walk includes ancient heathland, woods and downs, and spectacular views. Starting in Kintbury, it takes in Inkpen Common and Inkpen Crocus Field nature reserves. There is a shorter 10km route that starts at Inkpen Common and takes you in the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust’s (BBOWT) Inkpen Common and Inkpen Crocus Field nature reserves.
The Dundas Arms circular, Kintbury
3.80 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Kintbury (West Berkshire)
A gentle circular walk brings you around the Kintbury area along the canalside.
Newbury to Hamstead Marshall
4.48 mi
+256 ft
-85 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Newbury (West Berkshire)
Easy dog friendly walk along the canal, through farmland and woodlands.
The Spotted Dog circular, Cold Ash
2.56 mi
+184 ft
-184 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Cold Ash (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you around Cold Ash countryside through woodland.
Speen and Donnington Circular
5.31 mi
+190 ft
-187 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Newbury (West Berkshire)
This is a circular route starting in Newbury town centre. This walk takes in pretty villages, a ruined castle, and the Kennet and Avon canal.
Kennet and Avon Canal, Newbury
1.62 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
0h 45
Easy
Departure from Newbury (West Berkshire)
A gentle walk along the banks of the Kennet and Avon Canal, taking in Victoria Park. Great for a Sunday afternoon and suitable for all. Couple this with a visit to the museum or a canal boat trip for a perfect day.
Eddington - Leverton circular
3.00 mi
+180 ft
-171 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Hungerford (West Berkshire)
Walk along the River Dun, visit Chilton Marsh then come back via Leverton.
Newbury to Hungerford via Kennet & Avon Canal
8.98 mi
+95 ft
-0 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Newbury (West Berkshire)
A linear Berkshire walk that offers pleasant level walking with something of interest along the way. The route uses trains for the return journey.
The White Hart circular, Hamstead Marshall
3.15 mi
+121 ft
-102 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Hampstead Marshall (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you to visit Hamstead Marshall countryside.
The Craven Arms circular, Enborne
3.60 mi
+108 ft
-112 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Enborne (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you around Enbourne area visiting Avery's Pightle Nature Reserve.
Living Landscape Wild One
5.96 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Thatcham (West Berkshire)
Enjoy varied wetland wildlife, ancient woods and rare heathland. Starting in Thatcham, this 6-mile circular walk takes in Bowdown Woods nature reserve.
Bucklebury Common from Thatcham
5.10 mi
+322 ft
-295 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Thatcham (West Berkshire)
An easy, pleasant and varied walk, starting from the centre of Thatcham and reaching the open countryside along a green corridor. It continues through Bucklebury Common in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, before returning to Thatcham.
The Cottage Inn circular, Upper Bucklebury
2.94 mi
+161 ft
-161 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Bucklebury (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you around Upper Bucklebury and through woodlands.
The Crown and Garter, Inkpen Common
3.04 mi
+256 ft
-230 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Inkpen (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you around Inkpen Common.
The Woodpecker circular, Wash Common
3.96 mi
+115 ft
-105 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Newbury (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you to visit Wash Common area via Horris Hill.
Little Bedwyn & the Ramsbury Estate
7.35 mi
+377 ft
-358 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Froxfield (Wiltshire)
Along the towpath to Little Bedwyn, returning via farmland and parkland with distant views.
Cake Wood & Froxfield village
1.97 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Froxfield (Wiltshire)
Wide downland views, woodland edge and a stroll through the historic village of Froxfield.
Little Bedwyn and the Kennet & Avon
3.67 mi
+92 ft
-95 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Froxfield (Wiltshire)
A figure-of-eight route to a pretty canalside village with thatched cottages and an ancient church.
The Swan circular, Newtown
4.90 mi
+121 ft
-121 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Newtown (Hampshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit New Greenham Park and its disused cruise missile bunkers and control tower.
Living Landscape Wild Two
6.21 mi
+299 ft
-289 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Thatcham (West Berkshire)
Walk along the River Enborne, through woodland and pastures. Starting at Thatcham railway station, this 6-mile circular walk takes in part of Greenham and Crookham Commons.
Crookham Common and the River Enborne from Thatcham Station
6.60 mi
+305 ft
-302 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Thatcham (West Berkshire)
An interesting and varied walk - including the Kennet and Avon canal, the open heathland of Greenham Common, the woods of Crookham Common and the rural River Enborne.
The Lap of Thatcham
9.89 mi
+495 ft
-479 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Thatcham (West Berkshire)
A circular walk around Thatcham, which is never far from the town yet is mostly rural in character - including woodland, fields and the Kennet and Avon canal.
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