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Giffard Park to Bradville via Stanton Low and Great Linford
Visorando Member
5.26 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Great Linford (City of Milton Keynes)
A fairly flat route that follows a former railway line, the Grand Union Canal and passes through Stanton Low and Linford Manor Park.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Dodford/Weedon circuit
2.70 mi
+121 ft
-138 ft
1h 20
Easy
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.
The parkland of Woburn Abbey, Eversholt & Milton Bryan from Woburn
9.54 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.
Newnham, Northamptonshire
7.23 mi
+400 ft
-394 ft
3h 40
Easy
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.
Two Ridges Way from Leighton Buzzard to Ivinghoe Beacon
Association / Club / Walk leader8.05 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.
From Hellidon, Millenium Way
5.67 mi
+282 ft
-249 ft
2h 50
Easy
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.
Flecknoe-Braunston
8.55 mi
+312 ft
-292 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Wolfhampcote CP (Warwickshire)
Lovely circular route on paths, bridleways and canal.
Rushbed Woods and Brill circular
4.78 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Brill (Buckinghamshire)
A gentle walk near Brill, including a nature reserve with lots of butterflies (in June and July) woods and a hill.
Elkington, Grand Union Canal & Cold Ashby from Winwick
12.89 mi
+768 ft
-741 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Winwick (West Northamptonshire)
A lengthy Northamptonshire walk that explores the countryside to the north-west of Northampton. The route uses a section of the Jurassic Way, the towpath of Grand Union Canal, fields paths and country lanes. Winwick is a small rural community of some 40 souls, according to their website, situated off the A428 north of West Haddon and west of Northampton.
Totternhoe to the foot of the Downs, Chilterns
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.
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.
Ashby Local
6.80 mi
+292 ft
-272 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Cold Ashby (West Northamptonshire)
My favourite ramble which begins and ends at St Denys Church, Cold Ashby. This is a proper ramble with both hard and soft surfaces and good views from Honey Hill.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tring Park Wild
Tourist office9.94 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.
Tring Reservoirs Wild
6.72 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.
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).
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.
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!
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.
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.
The Avon Valley from Rugby Railway Station, Rail Trails
2.96 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Rugby (Warwickshire)
This trail takes you from Rugby train station to the village of Clifton upon Dunsmore following a section of the Oxford Canal and Wilmcote the Shakespeare Avon Way. Sample a different side of Rugby, with an amble along the Avon Valley through peace and quiet to the village of Clifton-upon-Dunsmore.
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