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Hockliffe walks
Totternhoe to the foot of the Downs, Chilterns
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.94 mi
+246 ft
-256 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Totternhoe (Central Bedfordshire)
A mainly level walk through open farmland to the foot of the Dunstable Downs, with a gentle climb to pick up the Icknield and Chiltern Ways. Great views over the Bedfordshire plain and Ivinghoe Beacon.
Two Ridges Way from Leighton Buzzard to Ivinghoe Beacon
8.05 mi
+476 ft
-10 ft
4h 05
Easy
Departure from Leighton-Linslade (Central Bedfordshire)
The Ridgeway is linked at Ivinghoe Beacon by the Two Ridges Link (8 miles and included on OS mapping) with the Greensand Ridge Walk that in turn also connects with the Icknield Way Path. The Link uses the Grand Union Canal North from near Slapton. This route shows the link from North to South.
The parkland of Woburn Abbey, Eversholt & Milton Bryan from Woburn
Visorando Member9.54 mi
+335 ft
-358 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Woburn (Central Bedfordshire)
A fairly level Bedfordshire walk starts from Woburn and passes through the extensive grounds of Woburn Abbey to reach Eversholt. The return route includes the opportunity to have lunch in Milton Bryan and a further section of walking through the Abbey's extensive parkland.
The parkland of Woburn Abbey and Eversholt from Woburn
7.95 mi
+262 ft
-253 ft
3h 55
Easy
Departure from Woburn (Central Bedfordshire)
This fairly level Bedfordshire walk starts from Woburn and passes through the extensive grounds of Woburn Abbey to reach Eversholt. The return route includes a further section of walking through the Abbey's parkland.
Sundon Hills and Sharpenhoe Clappers
5.89 mi
+344 ft
-344 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Sundon (Central Bedfordshire)
A walk that’s attractive at any time of year. The route is quiet and peaceful, with magnificent views looking north into Bedfordshire and beyond. Visit the Iron Age hillfort at Sharpenhoe Clappers.
Dunstable Downs, Whipsnade and Kensworth
4.68 mi
+456 ft
-466 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Whipsnade (Central Bedfordshire)
A hilly route with very fine views from the Downs. It passes through Whipsnade Tree Cathedral and past Whipsnade church.
Caddington and Blows Down, Chilterns
6.17 mi
+315 ft
-295 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Dunstable (Central Bedfordshire)
⚠️Two sections of the walk are closed for work so the walk has been suspended - check back in June.⚠️
A walk along quiet country paths to Caddington and the ancient woodland of Badgerdell wood before emerging at the top of the steep hillside above Dunstable. Enjoy the extensive views from Blow's Down.
Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover, The Ridgeway the Other Way
11.33 mi
+712 ft
-1,027 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ivinghoe (Buckinghamshire)
The Ridgeway the other way. The NationalTrail from NE to SW. This Stage 1 goes over the Chilterns, across the Grand Union Canal, past Tring, through the Three Hundreds of Aylesbury to reach the market town of Wendover.
A view of the North Chilterns
8.51 mi
+518 ft
-525 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Streatley (Central Bedfordshire)
A walk from Sharpenhoe Clappers along the Chiltern ridge to Sundon Hills Country Park. Cross the valley to Pulloxhill with fine views back to the North Chilterns. Return through the Beech woods cladding the Iron Age fort at Sharpenhoe Clappers.
Ivinghoe and Pitstone Hill
4.31 mi
+308 ft
-318 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ivinghoe (Buckinghamshire)
A walk suitable for everyone. You start by climbing steadily until you are on top of Pitstone Hill from where you will have stunning views over the Vale of Aylesbury, the Ivinghoe Hills and the woods of Ashridge. On the way back to Ivinghoe you pass close to Pitstone Windmill.
Studham and Dunstable Downs (Diversion), Chilterns
7.44 mi
+404 ft
-374 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Studham (Central Bedfordshire)
There’s a lot of lovely, rolling countryside in and around Studham Common, and dramatic views from Dunstable Downs. This walk visits a tree cathedral and a 16th-century church, and offers the possibility of spotting exotic animals at Whipsnade Zoo.
The route may be diverted between points 4 and 5 until September 2026 - see details in Notes section
Barton and Pegsdon Hills, Chilterns
8.29 mi
+433 ft
-436 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Barton-le-Clay (Central Bedfordshire)
A walk through two of the finest nature reserves in the North Chilterns linked by the ancient Icknield Way track. Fine views and a wealth of natural interest.
Ampthill and central Bedfordshire
8.35 mi
+482 ft
-476 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ampthill (Central Bedfordshire)
Starting near the site of Catherine of Aragon's house arrest and venturing into the surrounding areas. You'll see some lovely rolling countryside with views to the Chilterns and across Marston Vale to Bedford. The walk takes in a variety of environments : farmland, woods, an ancient meadow, parkland with Capability Brown landscaping, the ruins of a Jacobean/Classical mansion and memorials to Catherine of Aragon and the men of the Bedfordshire regiment who trained in the park and died in WW1.
The Ouzel Valley Park
2.94 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Old Woughton (City of Milton Keynes)
This is a circular walk, along footpaths, red ways and a canal towpath. The walking is easy and accessible year round. It is wheelchair friendly, although there is one incline at the beginning of the trail which could present problems for some manual wheelchair users.
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.
Ridgeway Loops from Ashridge
9.98 mi
+1,040 ft
-1,024 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
A circular trail near Berkhamstead covering the Ridgeway, Grim's ditch, Pitstone Hill, Steps Hill, Ivinghoe Beacon, Beacon Hilll, Icknield Way trail. Starting at Ashridge monument where there is national trust parking.
The Chilterns above Tring
11.30 mi
+778 ft
-784 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
National Trails and Long Distance Paths crisscross the Chilterns in this area. This Circular Walk makes use of short stretches of at least five such to provide a beautiful and varied walk through Chiltern woodland, on Chiltern chalk downs with wide vistas from the scarp edge of the hills, along a stretch of the historic Grand Union Canal, and through one of the prettiest villages in Hertfordshire.
Ashridge and Little Gaddesden, Chilterns
7.33 mi
+256 ft
-256 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
Visit some of the quieter parts of the Ashridge Estate on the way to Hudnall Common and Little Gaddesden.
Ashridge Bluebell Walk, Chilterns AONB
5.55 mi
+253 ft
-253 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
The National Trust Estate at Ashridge is one of the best places in the country to see bluebells in spring. This gentle walk will take you through carpets of this beautiful plant, and also looks at the history of the estate. There are wonderful views over the valley from Duncombe Terrace.
It’s a lovely walk at any time of year but can be very muddy in Winter so wear suitable footwear!
Woughton - Simpson - Caldecotte Lake - Walton - Woughton
5.42 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Old Woughton (City of Milton Keynes)
This is a reasonably flat walk, much of it beside water (river, canal and lake).
Woughton to Campbell Park and back via Woolstone
5.85 mi
+92 ft
-105 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Old Woughton (City of Milton Keynes)
A fairly easy walk from Ye Olde Swan at Woughton on the Green that follows the Grand Union Canal to Campbell Park, returning via Woolstone. All on surfaced paths.
Aldbury to the Beacon and back through Ashridge
9.93 mi
+801 ft
-807 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
From picturesque Aldbury you follow the Ridgeway to Ivinghoe beacon, returning via the Ashridge boundary trail and the Chiltern Way. You can enjoy the contrasts between the two LDPs: airy ridges on the Ridgeway and the patchwork of woods and fields on the Chiltern Way.
Tring Reservoirs Wild
Tourist office6.72 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
Stroll along the waterside and look for waterbirds on this gentle 13km walk. Starting at Tring railway station, it takes in College Lake nature reserve, a section of the Grand Union Canal and three reservoirs.
Tring Park Wild
9.94 mi
+486 ft
-482 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
Enjoy scenic views, wooded valleys and ancient parkland on this 10km circular walk through the Chilterns. Starting in Tring, the walk takes in Dancersend nature reserve and the Ridgeway National Trail.
Ivinghoe Beacon & Ashridge, Chilterns
8.71 mi
+902 ft
-902 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
This walk follows the ancient Ridgeway with stunning views from the tops of both Pitstone Hill and Ivinghoe Beacon, before returning through the beautiful woodland of the National Trust’s Ashridge Estate.
Across the Tring Gap by Ridgeway and Chiltern Way
9.34 mi
+758 ft
-755 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
Experience the Ridgeway and Chiltern Way on a walk linking the woods of Ashridge with the woods above Tring Park across the Bulbourne Valley (Tring Gap).
Gade Valley Route - Jockey End to Gt. Gaddesden
5.07 mi
+200 ft
-203 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
A lovely walk in the parish of Great Gaddesden in Hertfordshire, passing three beautiful houses. It starts on the chalk plateau at Jockey End, descending through fields and parkland to the water meadows by the Gade chalk stream, through the pretty village of Great Gaddesden, before returning on the Chiltern Way via the parkland of Gaddesden Place.
Great Gaddesden from Jockey End
5.13 mi
+220 ft
-233 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This short Hertfordshire walk explores the pleasant countryside to the south east of Jockey End and follows the Hertfordshire Way to descend into the Gade Valley and the village of Great Gaddesden. The return route leaves the valley following the Chiltern Way for the return to the start.
Tring to Hastoe and back through Tring Park
4.30 mi
+387 ft
-384 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
Climb from the pretty market town of Tring to Hastoe and return through beautiful Tring Park a mix of mature woodland and parkland.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Newlands - Willen Park - Campbell Park - Woolstone
4.64 mi
+180 ft
-177 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Campbell Park (City of Milton Keynes)
The walk starts at the car park for the Tree Cathedral on Livingstone Drive, Newlands - close to Gulliver's Theme Park and the David Lloyd Sports Centre.
From Great Gaddesden to Little Gaddessden
7.29 mi
+554 ft
-564 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This walk explores some of the hamlets of the Chilterns which, although close to Hemel Hempstead retain their remoteness in their quiet locations. It goes over the typical chalk uplands of the Gade valley and up to the beechwoods of the National Trust Ashridge estate. It passes charming 17th century cottages, a vineyard, a Buddhist Temple and long established churches. The country truly merits its AONB designation.
Hertfordshire Mansions and Parklands - From Great Gaddesden
6.45 mi
+341 ft
-351 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
This walk is over the undulating plateau of the Chiltern dip slope, through the parklands of some of the 18th Century mansions which dot the Chilterns. Although the land is now more given over to arable agriculture, the landscape is still greatly influenced by the great designers, including Capability Brown. A walk with great views over the Gade valley and a revelation of the life style of baronets and local squires in the 1700s and the lesser houses of their tenants.
Flamstead & Beechwood Park
8.57 mi
+299 ft
-331 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Flamstead (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk from Flamstead via Beechwood Park through peaceful rolling country.
Gade Valley Nature Walk
3.91 mi
+466 ft
-466 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Great Gaddesden (Hertfordshire)
Gordon Beningfield was an artist with an international reputation for his beautiful depictions of the natural world. He spent many happy hours walking through the countryside with his close friend, naturalist and broadcaster Dennis Furnell. This walk, one of their favourites, is described by Dennis.
Willen & Tongwell Lakes Plus Grand Union Canal
6.39 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Campbell Park (City of Milton Keynes)
This walk starts and ends at Willen Local Centre (parking). You travel northwards to Tongwell Lake, then westwards to the Grand Union Canal at Giffard Park. Much of the route is southwards alongside the canal until reaching Campbell Park. The route continues southwards beside the canal, leaving the Canal Broadwalk to enter Woolstone in the direction of The Barge pub. It then continues towards the River Ouzel, turning northwards towards Willen Lake and from there back to Willen Local Centre.
More walks in Hockliffe
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Aldbury
- Ampthill
- Aspley Guise
- Aspley Heath
- Aston Abbotts
- Aston Clinton
- Barton-le-Clay
- Battlesden
- Bletchley and Fenny Stratford
- Bow Brickhill
- Brogborough
- Broughton
- Broughton Hamlet
- Buckland
- Caddington
- Campbell Park
- Central Milton Keynes
- Chalgrave
- Chalton
- Cheddington
- Cranfield
- Drayton Beauchamp
- Drayton Parslow
- Dunstable
- Eaton Bray
- Edlesborough
- Eggington
- Eversholt
- Flamstead
- Flitton and Greenfield
- Flitwick
- Great Billington
- Great Brickhill
- Great Gaddesden
- Great Linford
- Harlington
- Heath and Reach
- Houghton Conquest
- Houghton Regis
- Hulcote and Salford
- Hulcott
- Husborne Crawley
- Ivinghoe
- Kensworth
- Kents Hill, Monkston and Brinklow
- Kingsbrook
- Leighton-Linslade
- Lidlington
- Little Brickhill
- Little Gaddesden
- Loughton and Great Holm
- Markyate
- Marston Moretaine
- Marsworth
- Maulden
- Mentmore
- Millbrook
- Milton Bryan
- Milton Keynes
- Moulsoe
- Newton Longville
- Old Woughton
- Pitstone
- Potsgrove
- Pulloxhill
- Ridgmont
- Silsoe
- Simpson and Ashland
- Slapton
- Slip End
- Soulbury
- Stanbridge
- Steppingley
- Stewartby
- Stewkley
- Stoke Hammond
- Streatley
- Studham
- Sundon
- Tilsworth
- Tingrith
- Toddington
- Totternhoe
- Tring
- Tring Rural
- Walton
- Wavendon
- West Bletchley
- Weston Turville
- Westoning
- Whipsnade
- Wing
- Wingrave with Rowsham
- Woburn
- Woburn Sands
- Woughton on the Green