Earley walks

An urban walk that takes in part of the River Kennet on the outskirts of Reading and returns to the town centre.

Lovely walk along the Thames from Reading Station to The Flowing Spring pub.

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.

Easy walking with some mild slopes, road crossings and muddy areas.

Easy walking throughout but can be muddy in places.

Easy lakeside walking with two busy road crossings.

This lovely circular walk offers the opportunity to explore the local countryside and stroll alongside one of the most famous rivers in the world. There are stories of a Viking burial, a famous poet, a gambler and a mill with a new lease of life.

Lovely walk through the countryside passing by Binfield Heath - Shiplake - Thames - Sonning.

Nice walk from The Flowing Spring pub around Playhatch and Dunsden.

Nice walk from The Flowing Spring pub around Playhatch, Dunsden and Binfield Heath.

Nice walk from The Flowing Spring pub around Playhatch, Dunsden, Crowsley Park and Binfield Heath.

Walk through beautiful countryside surroundings with a wonderful selection of birds and a stop a The Flowing Spring pub.

A walk from station to station using the Thames Path.

This is a level walk with a couple of stiles where a variety of wildlife may be seen.

An undulating stile free walk exploring the Chilterns countryside between the south Oxfordshire village of Binfield Heath and Crowsley Park.

A varied circular walk through the undulating Chilterns countryside from the village of Binfield Heath. The walk starts from the village playground and follows mainly good paths, tracks, and rural lanes through woods, fields and parkland. The Bottle and Glass Inn offers a perfect refreshment stop near the end of the walk. This walk can be shortened to 5 miles, should you prefer. Details are included in the description below.

Enjoy a mostly level walk with no stiles between Wargrave to Twyford railway stations. A shorter version is available to avoid some muddy paths in the Stanlake area but there is no footway across the railway bridge and care needs to be taken.

This circular walk can be very muddy in wet weather and there are some awkward stiles. Rebecca's Well is a grade 2 listed building. An undulating walk through woods and fields on the higher ground to the north-east of Wargrave. Tree roots can be a hazard in the woods. There are no stiles. Rebecca's Well is a grade 2 listed building.

Woodland walk with some roads and some moderate hills.

Epic woodland adventure with some roads and moderate hills.

A walk from station to station using the Thames Path.

A varied walk on mostly good paths. No stiles and moderate slopes.

After crossing the railway and descending the steps to the river bank this is a level walk on a good path along the banks of the River Thames, between trees at first then opening out. Nearer Reading there are benches along the Thames promenade, ideal for a picnic on a sunny day.

A long and interesting walk through Crowsley Park with only a few uphill sections.

A medium length walk over fairly flat terrain through two adjacent villages and surrounding woodland.

A medium length walk over fairly flat terrain through woodland and across fields.

Easy walking with some mild hills, potentially muddy areas and woodland.

Long walk with some mild hills, potentially muddy areas and woodland.

After passing through the shady woods and well-tended farms of the beautiful Chiltern Hills enjoy the extensive views over the Thames Valley, before descending to the twin villages of Whitchurch and Pangbourne. This walk passes through some of the beautiful beech woods of the Chiltern Hills. This area of outstanding natural beauty is within easy reach of London, and an ideal location for a day out away from the stresses of everyday life. The footpaths in this area are well looked after by the Chiltern Society, and discreet arrows on the trees depict the rights of way.

A varied walk passing through the lovely Chiltern countryside with its old churches in unspoiled villages, wooded slopes and glorious views.

Level walk with some busy roadside walking and muddy areas.

Easy walking through village streets, commons, woodlands and fields with a few short uphill stretches.

A short walk through a quiet valley known as Stony Bottom.

A medium length walk through undulating farmland and the BBC’s Crowsley Park.

A short easy walk.Reformation – Wyfold – Reformation.

A long walk with some uphill sections. Reformation – Hook End – Wyfold Court – Wyfold – Reformation.

Medium length walk over even terrain. Reformation – Whitewood Heath – Wyfold – Reformation.

A circular walk from Henley-on-Thames Station with a lovely pub, The Flower Pot, halfway. Returning through a deer park with spectacular views of the Thames and the Chilterns. Good parking at Henley-on-Thames station.

A scenic walk which climbs gently out of the valley (with some low stiles to negotiate) then levels out before gradually descending to the riverside at Hambleden Lock. The return journey is along the towpath beside the famous course of Henley Royal Regatta.

A pleasant linear walk along the Thames Path between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow. The path is easy to follow and is almost all downhill. There are a number of public transport options to return to the start.

Explore Henley : this varied walk through the Chilterns takes in parkland, farmland and woodland. Starting in Henley, this 21 km circular walk includes the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust’s (BBOWT) Warburg Nature Reserve.

This circular route (Route 2) starts from Henley-on-Thames. You walk along the Thames via Remenham and Hambleden Lock before going up the hill to get a great view of the crops. Apart from a short climb mid-way through, it is easy walking for the rest of the route. ⚠️ During the Henley Regatta a section of the Thames Path is closed and there is a signposted diversion route.

A long walk with some hills to negotiate and some lovely views.

This circular route (Route 1) starts from Henley-on-Thames. You walk along via Rotherfield Greys and Pack and Prime Lane . An easy walk with no steep gradients.

There are some hills to negotiate on this interesting and enjoyable walk.

This walk is packed with so much of interest it’s impossible to describe it all here. It includes the history and architecture of Henley, the picturesque Thames and the natural beauty of Chiltern woodland. This version of the walk follows the Thames Path diversion at Marsh Lock (waypoint (1)).

Easy walking on fairly level terrain. Rotherfield Greys – Peppard Common – Rotherfield Greys.

This circular walk starts (Route 2) at Peppard Common and goes through Sonning Common.

This circular walk starts (Route 1) at Peppard Common and goes through Cowfields Farm.

A lovely stile-free walk that explores the hills and woodlands that overlook the beautiful market town of Henley-on-Thames. The first section of the walk is across high parkland with excellent views, the return is through woodland.

A short easy walk with one downhill and one uphill section.

A medium length walk with some uphill sections around The Unicorn.

A medium length walk with some steep climbs around The Unicorn.

This walk is level at first alongside the Blackwater River then on higher ground through forest and heathland before descending to the Hart Valley.

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.

A walk into history. Visit the 12th century church of St Mary and explore the site of Calleva Atrebatum, once a main administrative centre for Roman Britain.

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.