Helmdon walks

From Middleton Cheney, Millenium Way

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Departure from Middleton Cheney (West Northamptonshire)

This delightful circular walk takes in the beginning, or end, of the MILLENNIUM WAY depending which way you look at it. It is mostly across open country with gentle undulations. This is walk 36 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Thenford Hill and Upper Wardington from Middleton Cheney

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Departure from Middleton Cheney (West Northamptonshire)

This delightful walk explores parts of Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire using a section of the Millennium Way. The route starts from Middleton cheney and continues via Thenford, Upper Wardington and Chacombe back to the start.

Chipping Warden to Middleton Cheney, Millenium Way

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Departure from Chipping Warden and Edgcote (West Northamptonshire)

This is the last section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Chipping Warden to Middleton Cheney.

From Cropredy, Millenium Way

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Departure from Cropredy (Oxfordshire)

A lovely circular walk from the delightful village of Cropredy in the Cherwell Valley, three miles north of Banbury and close to Exit 11 on the M40. During this circular walk you will enjoy three delightful villages, some open countryside and farmland, quiet lanes and an attractive section of the Oxford Canal. This is walk 34 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

From Upper Boddington, Millenium Way

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From Upper Boddington, Millenium Way

Departure from Boddington (West Northamptonshire)

This gentle circular walk starts in the pleasant village of Upper Boddington, and meanders across mostly flat farmland & open countryside. This is walk 19 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

From Claydon, Upper & Lower Boddington, Millenium Way

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Departure from Cherwell District (Oxfordshire)

This circular walk starts in the picturesque village of Claydon and meanders across mostly flat farmland & open countryside, crossing the Oxford Canal at two points and touching the delightful villages of Lower and Upper Boddington. Claydon is Oxfordshire's most northerly village. This is walk 31 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Newnham, Northamptonshire

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Newnham, Northamptonshire

Departure from Newnham (West Northamptonshire)

This is a good walk at any time but really good in spring when the bluebells are out in Badby Woods and butterflies are exploring the hedgerows. The route passes through some scenic Northamptonshire villages and includes small stretches of the Nene and Knightley Ways.

From Hellidon, Millenium Way

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Departure from Hellidon (West Northamptonshire)

This circular walk incorporates two idyllic villages, quiet country lanes, pleasant woodland, open countryside, and an interesting church at Hellidon. A small section of the walk crosses Hellidon Lakes Golf Course, so extra care should be taken near the fairways. This is arguably one of our most scenic walks. This is walk 21 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Dodford/Weedon circuit

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Departure from Dodford (West Northamptonshire)

Taking in the road walking along the A45 but with nice views of rolling countryside, a saunter along the Grand Union, (there's a memorial bench under the A45 to rest and lunch and keep dry), and then heading off the canal towards the village of Dodford with a Grade 1 listed church to visit. Parking at the village hall or opposite the church.

Priors Marston to Chipping Warden, Millenium Way

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Departure from Priors Marston CP (Warwickshire)

This is the 11th section of the Millenium Way 100 miles from Priors Marston to Chipping Warden.

From Priors Marston, Millenium Way

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Departure from Priors Marston CP (Warwickshire)

This delightful circular walk starts from The Hollybush public house in Priors Marston. It mostly goes across flat farmland and passing through splendid woodland. There are only a few inclines. This is walk 22 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Flecknoe-Braunston

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Departure from Wolfhampcote CP (Warwickshire)

Lovely circular route on paths, bridleways and canal.

Grand Union Canal and Beacon Hill from Napton-on-the-Hill

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Grand Union Canal and Beacon Hill from Napton-on-the-Hill

Departure from Napton on the Hill CP (Warwickshire)

A Warwickshire walk full of interest. The route passes a restored windmill, follows two sections of canal and visits the summit of Beacon Hill which offers good views across the surrounding countryside.

Near Napton, Millenium Way

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Departure from Napton on the Hill CP (Warwickshire)

A short circular walk near Napton. Wonderful views and the famous Napton Windmill. For over half the walk you enjoy a delightful section of the Millenium Way. The way is clearly signed with our distinctive black and white waymarkers. This is walk 14 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

Stockton, Millenium Way

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Departure from Napton on the Hill CP (Warwickshire)

This circular walk starts at The Kings Head, near Napton on the A425 where you can obtain refreshments. The route soon joins The Millennium Way along the Oxford canal then across flat farmland & open countryside, turning south to follow the Grand Union Canal and Oxford Canal providing a feast for those interested in narrow boats and history of our canal network. This is walk 25 from the 44 composing the Millenium Way.

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