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Ellesborough walks
Chequers to Little Kimble
Visorando Member
2.15 mi
+85 ft
-354 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Ellesborough (Buckinghamshire)
The final stage crosses the Chequers estate along the Ridgeway westward for a short distance, then descends down the Chilterns to Little Kimble station for rail or bus services back to High Wycombe.
Great Kimble, Pulpit Hill and Ellesborough
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.84 mi
+486 ft
-486 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Great and Little Kimble cum Marsh (Buckinghamshire)
This walk explores the diverse archaeology visible in just one square mile of the Chiltern Hills, visiting Pulpit Hill (an Iron Age Hillfort), the villages of Ellesborough, Great Kimble and Little Kimble, all with interesting churches and a deserted medieval village.
The Chiltern Link
8.41 mi
+472 ft
-548 ft
4h 15
Easy
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
Follow an ancient trade route from Wendover to Chesham through open fields, lovely beech woodland and the peace and quiet of classic Chilterns countryside.
The "Chiltern Link" is well waymarked and shown on maps.
Thanks to the Chiltern Society’s Donate-a-Gate scheme you can enjoy your walk without the need to clamber over stiles.
The Toughest Climb in the Chilterns
8.63 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,434 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
A 130m climb up the north face of Coombe Hill is as tough as it gets round here. Starting in Wendover you visit several quieter summits before the big one and are rewarded for your efforts by lovely, varied scenery and great views.
Wendover to Old Swan Pub
7.05 mi
+535 ft
-548 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
Circular walk from Wendover to the pub at Swan Bottom, across fields and through woods.
Grims Ditch and Cobblers Pits, Chilterns
9.83 mi
+791 ft
-797 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
A varied walk taking in lovely woods, a hillfort, beautiful views over Aylesbury Vale and the peaceful Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal.
Wendover Woods and Cobblers Pits, Chilterns
7.05 mi
+518 ft
-525 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
A varied walk climbing to a hillfort in Wendover woods with beautiful views over Aylesbury Vale. Return by the peaceful Wendover Arm of the Grand Union Canal.
Wendover to Watlington, The Ridgeway the Other Way
17.69 mi
+1,260 ft
-1,306 ft
9h 15
Difficult
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
The Ridgeway the other way. The National Trail from NE to SW. This Stage 2 is the most undulating with several climbs in and out of valleys and is, therefore, the most strenuous part of The Ridgeway. The route climbs Coombe Hill, passes by Pulpit Hill fort and over Lodge Hill. Goes around Bledlow Great Wood near Chinnor to go along a disused railway and go underneath the M40. It goes along the bottom edge of the Chilterns scarp and passes Watlington Hill.
Little Hampden, Dunsmore and Coombe Hill
5.29 mi
+440 ft
-440 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Great and Little Hampden (Buckinghamshire)
A beautiful ridge walk through Chiltern woodlands with some magnificent views as you pass over Coombe Hill.
Wendover to The Plough at Cadsden
5.28 mi
+568 ft
-479 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Wendover (Buckinghamshire)
This section of the walk takes you from Wendover down to Buckmoor End (where there is a pit stop and possibly a bacon sarnie!) across in front of Chequers through the nature reserve and over to The Plough at Cadsden.
Brush Hill and the Ridgeway
6.09 mi
+856 ft
-863 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Great and Little Hampden (Buckinghamshire)
Visit two Chiltern Society run nature reserves, a very scenic stretch of the Ridgeway and woods blanketed with bluebells in spring.
Princes Risborough Ridgeway Partnership
7.04 mi
+558 ft
-528 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Princes Risborough (Buckinghamshire)
A walk from Princes Risborough using the Ridgeway and the Chiltern Way to visit some of the local highlights.
Dancersend Wildlife Walk
5.03 mi
+502 ft
-505 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Halton (Buckinghamshire)
This walk is about the treats that await you in and around Dancersend Nature Reserve. In spring bluebells, primroses and cowslips, in summer many species of butterflies and the Chiltern gentian, in autumn fungi and the trees with their colourful display and winter where the birds are easier to spot.
Orchard View Farm, Village of Meadle
4.70 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Longwick-cum-Ilmer (Buckinghamshire)
This is a flat walk that takes in some of the lovely scenery of the Chiltern's countryside; including green lanes, footpaths as well as the picturesque settlement of Meadle.
Hampden Monument Route
5.04 mi
+446 ft
-446 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Great and Little Hampden (Buckinghamshire)
This walk takes you through beautiful rolling countryside, past the home of an English Civil War hero and the monument erected in his memory.
Lacey Green Route
4.66 mi
+413 ft
-417 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Lacey Green (Buckinghamshire)
A beautiful walk with stunning views and quiet valleys. Pass through beech woods on the Bradenham estate before following a section of Grims Dyke. You can also see one of the Chiltern Society’s most important sites, Lacey Green Windmill.
Prestwood and Cobblershill Farm
5.14 mi
+453 ft
-423 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Great Missenden (Buckinghamshire)
The walk quickly leaves Prestwood and uses some of the less frequented paths to enjoy the beautiful countryside in the surrounding area. The route includes beautiful meadow views, woodland walking, and crosses the stunning glade to Hampden House.
Aylesbury to Berkhamsted
13.27 mi
+177 ft
-89 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Aylesbury (Buckinghamshire)
This is the third stage of the multi-day route "Railways and Waterways, between Oxford and London".
This walk along the canal towpath passes many bridges and locks, the Tring Reservoirs Nature Reserve, then climbs steadily to the highest point on the Grand Union Canal before gradually descending beside a peaceful chalk river.
Ballinger and The Lee
5.07 mi
+187 ft
-203 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Great Missenden (Buckinghamshire)
A mixed route on footpaths and tracks through fields and woodland, visiting the picturesque village green at The Lee.
Prestwood Route, Chilterns
5.79 mi
+325 ft
-328 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Hughenden (Buckinghamshire)
A wonderful opportunity to combine a stroll round Prestwood Nature Reserve with a lovely walk in the surrounding area. At Peterley Manor Farm there is the opportunity to do a little ‘pick your own’ for such delights as strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries and various vegetables.
Bledlow Tremble
2.71 mi
+89 ft
-85 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Bledlow-cum-Saunderton (Buckinghamshire)
A flat, stile-free route with some spectacular views. You start from the ancient Lions of Bledlow pub, pass the Church and Manor House, before walking a circuit of country lanes and paths. You can visit the Lyde Garden on your return to Bledlow.
Bledlow over Chinnor Hill to Radnage
6.71 mi
+745 ft
-719 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bledlow-cum-Saunderton (Buckinghamshire)
Climb to the top of Chinnor Hill with fine views over the Vale of Aylesbury before following quiet rural paths and lanes to pretty Radnage. Return over Bledlow Ridge.
Drayton Beauchamp, Tring Parish
4.57 mi
+217 ft
-220 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Tring Station, Wigginton and Tring Park, Tring Parish
4.77 mi
+325 ft
-325 ft
Duration unknown
Not specified
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Tring Park and beyond, Tring Parish
6.52 mi
+440 ft
-423 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre and exploring the historic parkland.
Tringford, Little Tring, Tring Parish
3.15 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Stubbings Wood, Tring Parish
2.98 mi
+390 ft
-390 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre and offering spectacular views.
Canals and Reservoirs, Tring Parish
5.43 mi
+85 ft
-79 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular wallk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Naphill Route, Chilterns
7.14 mi
+814 ft
-817 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Hughenden (Buckinghamshire)
A scenic walk around Naphill. Full of interest: there is a fascinating history of WWII codebreaking and you pass the home of a famous sculptor and a music camp.
Marsworth Canals and Reservoirs
4.73 mi
+75 ft
-79 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Marsworth (Buckinghamshire)
This walk is good for both ‘Arms’ and legs. Not only that, what better way to get some fresh air into your lungs than to explore the waterways near Tring? The route includes a visit to one of the best birdwatching sites in the area, Wilstone Reservoir.
Holmer Green to Coleshill via Penn Wood
6.88 mi
+171 ft
-194 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Little Missenden (Buckinghamshire)
This is a delightful walk from Holmer Green (located between High Wycombe and Amersham) through Chilterns woodland, fields and tracks to Coleshill All Saints Church, where there are benches in the churchyard for a picnic. Return the same way.
More walks in Ellesborough
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- Aldbury
- Amersham
- Aston Abbotts
- Aston Clinton
- Aston Rowant
- Aston Sandford
- Aylesbury
- Beaconsfield
- Berryfields
- Bierton
- Bledlow-cum-Saunderton
- Bradenham
- Broughton Hamlet
- Buckingham Park
- Buckland
- Chartridge
- Cheddington
- Chepping Wycombe
- Chesham
- Chesham Bois
- Chinnor
- Cholesbury-cum-St Leonards
- Coldharbour
- Coleshill
- Creslow
- Crowell
- Cublington
- Cuddington
- Dinton-with-Ford and Upton
- Downley
- Drayton Beauchamp
- Fleet Marston
- Great and Little Hampden
- Great and Little Kimble cum Marsh
- Great Billington
- Great Missenden
- Haddenham
- Halton
- Hardwick
- Hazlemere
- Hughenden
- Hulcott
- Ibstone
- Ivinghoe
- Kingsbrook
- Kingsey
- Lacey Green
- Lane End
- Little Missenden
- Longwick-cum-Ilmer
- Marsworth
- Mentmore
- Nether Winchendon
- North Marston
- Oving
- Penn
- Piddington and Wheeler End
- Pishill with Stonor
- Pitchcott
- Pitstone
- Princes Risborough
- Quainton
- Radnage
- Seer Green
- Slapton
- Stoke Mandeville
- Stokenchurch
- Stone with Bishopstone and Hartwell
- Sydenham
- The Lee
- Towersey
- Tring
- Tring Rural
- Turville
- Upper Winchendon
- Waddesdon
- Watermead
- Weedon
- Wendover
- West Wycombe
- Weston Turville
- Whitchurch
- Wigginton
- Wing
- Wingrave with Rowsham