Thenford 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Shutford - Balscote Circircular Road Walk Oxfordshire

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Shutford - Balscote Circircular Road Walk Oxfordshire

Departure from Shutford (Oxfordshire)

This delightful walk is good when the ground is waterlogged as it is on minor roads starting in Shutford and passing through Balscote. It provides a good view point of ponds with a range of birds just before crossing A422 Stratford Road and returning to Shutford via Five Ways.

Fenny Compton to Farnborough

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Departure from Fenny Compton CP (Warwickshire)

A short walk from the church at Fenny to The Kitchen a pub in Farnborough.

Swalcliffe - Tadmarton Circular

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Swalcliffe - Tadmarton Circular

Departure from Swalcliffe (Oxfordshire)

A picturesque walk on road and field paths in the rolling hills of North West Oxfordshire taking in interesting village of Swalcliffe, Iron age fort by the roman road that used to go from Banbury to Stratford upon Avon, then skirting around Tadmarton village, before one or two hills to get back to Swalcliffe.

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.

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.

Circular Walk from Sugarswell Business Park to Shenington

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Departure from Shenington with Alkerton (Oxfordshire)

This is lovely walk through the rolling hills and valleys in North West Oxfordshire. Starting at the Monkeybean Café on the Sugarswell Business Park. OX1 5 6HW . The walk follows the Macmillan Way and descends towards Alkerton before climbing up to Shenington before returning to Sugaswell Business Park.

Sunrising Hill to Edgehill and Upton house

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Departure from Tysoe CP (Warwickshire)

Splendid walk in South East Warwickshire starting at the top of Sunrising Hill in a lay-by, then along the Cotswold escarpment to reach Edgehill. Going south, the route eventually reaches Upton House NT car park. Returning by fields then along the escarpment, with excellent views to return to the lay-by.

Great Tew and Little Tew

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Great Tew and Little Tew

Departure from Great Tew (Oxfordshire)

This easy circular walk provides a good way to discover two lovely villages with thatched houses, particularly Great Tew! On you way, you will also explore the quiet countryside and enjoy lovely churches and a beautiful giant sequoia!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Flecknoe-Braunston

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Departure from Wolfhampcote CP (Warwickshire)

Lovely circular route on paths, bridleways and canal.

From Enstone along River Glyme valleys

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Departure from Enstone (Oxfordshire)

An interesting and varied walk along the stream/river valleys of the River Glyme and a tributary, and through the park of a country house with several eccentric features. On the way, you can stop at a nature reserve of natural Cotswold limestone grassland. The first half of the walk follows Shakespeare's Way.

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