Heckfield walks

Gently undulating circular walk across fields and through woodlands, passing by Leather Bottle PH in Mattingley

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.

Water meadows, a water wheel, gently rolling countryside, shady copses and refreshments in a traditional English pub.

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.

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

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

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.

This walk brings you to visit Calleva Atrebatvm Roman Town, the amphitheater around Mortimer West End area.

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.

This short leisurely Hampshire walk explores the Dogmersfield Estate and the Basingstoke Canal. Perfect for an afternoon stroll after Sunday lunch.

This circular walk brings you to visit Silchester area via Pamber Forest.

A lovely flat walk through some historical countryside taking in canals and farmland.

This circular walk brings you to visit Little London area via Pamber 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.

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

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.

This circular walk brings your to visit Pamber End area.

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.

Level walk with some busy roadside walking and muddy areas.

A lovely walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal to The Cunning Man pub.

This circular walk brings you to visit Monk Sherborne area.

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.

This circular walk brings you to visit Aldermaston Wharf, Padworth via an ornamental lake and along the canal towpath.

Enjoy the wildlife on this easy walk along the banks of the Kennet and Avon Canal.

Visit a restored Norman church harbouring the remains of a bloody battle, wander through tranquil woodland and enjoy fine views of both the Kennet and Loddon Valleys.

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.

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.

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

This circular walk brings you to visit Bradfield countryside alongside the River Pang.

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.

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.

A hilly walk from the River Thames through bluebell woods to the hospitable village of Theale in the Kennet

This walk has a long climb to the high point above Sulham Wood with lovely views across the Thames Valley then downhill to the lock followed by level walking along the river.

This is a stile-free circular walk around Pangbourne countryside and along River Thames.