Abingdon on Thames walks

Explore Cothill : the most diverse wildlife area in Oxfordshire. Starting in Wootton, this 5 kilometre circular walk takes in three BBOWT nature reserves: Dry Sandford Pit, Parsonage Moor and Lashford Lane Fen.

Explore Cothill : the most diverse wildlife area in Oxfordshire. Starting in Wootton, this 5 kilometre circular walk takes in three BBOWT nature reserves: Dry Sandford Pit, Parsonage Moor and Lashford Lane Fen.

This circular walk goes through three SSSIs from urban Oxford. Starting from urban Cowley, walk up to the top of Shotover country park SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) for nature and views to the South West, then through Rock Edge SSSI, for Upper Jurassic limestone, and then through Lye Valley SSSI to experience nationally rare calcareous fen habitat from the last ice age.

A short and pleasant walk over flat terrain with a pub break on the way.

A fairly long walk but with no steep hills or other challenging obstacles.

A long and very interesting walk with a number of interesting sites to see with one (optional) steep climb.

An easy walk over flat terrain around The Red Lion.

An easy walk over flat terrain around The Red Lion.

An easy walk over flat terrain except when climbing Blewburton hill.

The Ridgeway the other way. The National Trail from NE to SW. The fifth Stage is probably the most remote section of The Ridgeway, with some wonderful views and prehistoric monuments to enjoy.

A varied walk. Some gentle hills at first with good views across the open countryside. The second half of the walk is along the Thames Path. Some boggy sections to be avoided. There are no stiles but one awkward footbridge to cross.

A level walk with no stiles to climb on mostly good paths. The route goes past Agatha Christie’s grave and into the twin villages of Aston Tirrold and Aston Upthorpe.

This circular walk will bring you to explore West Ilsley countryside.

An Oxfordshire walk that captures typical landscapes of the county. The church at Bladon is also the burial place of Sir Winston Churchill. The route uses established paths.

This circular walk brings you to visit East Ilsley countryside.

A short easy walk along the Thames on the outward leg.

A long walk involving two uphill stretches. South Stoke – Mongewell Park – Watch Folly – South Stoke.

A medium length but easy walk along the Ridgeway and the Thames.