Pangbourne to Theale, around Reading
Departure from Pangbourne (West Berkshire)
A hilly walk from the River Thames through bluebell woods to the hospitable village of Theale in the Kennet
Pangbourne and Mapledurham Lock Circular
Departure from Pangbourne (West Berkshire)
This walk has a long climb to the high point above Sulham Wood with lovely views across the Thames Valley then downhill to the lock followed by level walking along the river.
Pangbourne Circular
Departure from Pangbourne (West Berkshire)
This is a stile-free circular walk around Pangbourne countryside and along River Thames.
Tilehurst to Reading Railway Station
Departure from Reading
After crossing the railway and descending the steps to the river bank this is a level walk on a good path along the banks of the River Thames, between trees at first then opening out. Nearer Reading there are benches along the Thames promenade, ideal for a picnic on a sunny day.
Theale to Burghfield Bridge
Departure from Burghfield (West Berkshire)
A lovely walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal to The Cunning Man pub.
The King Charles' Head, Goring Heath
Departure from Goring Heath (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Goring Heath area through woodlands and via a valley bottom.
The Queens Head, Bradfield
Departure from Bradfield (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Bradfield countryside alongside the River Pang.
Berkshire Circular Routes: Bradfield
Departure from Bradfield (West Berkshire)
A delightful walk through ancient woodland, along the bank of the River Pang, and across a variety of countryside.
Berkshire Circular Routes: Bradfield
Departure from Bradfield (West Berkshire)
A delightful walk through ancient woodland, along the bank of the River Pang, and varied countryside.
River Kennet from Reading town centre
Departure from Reading
An urban walk that takes in part of the River Kennet on the outskirts of Reading and returns to the town centre.
Reading Waterways Circular
Departure from Reading
A level walk on good paths with plenty of wildlife along the River Thames and River Kennet, passing through some of the older areas of the town.
From Reading Station to The Flowing Spring pub
Departure from Reading
Lovely walk along the Thames from Reading Station to The Flowing Spring pub.
The Boot, Stanford Dingley
Departure from Stanford Dingley (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Stanford Dingley surroundings. Walk along River Pang and enjoy woodlands on the way.
The New Inn - Route 1
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk over fairly flat terrain through woodland and across fields.
The New Inn - Route 2
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk over fairly flat terrain through two adjacent villages and surrounding woodland.
The New Inn - Route 3
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A long and interesting walk through Crowsley Park with only a few uphill sections.
The Reformation - Route 3
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A long walk with some uphill sections. Reformation – Hook End – Wyfold Court – Wyfold – Reformation.
The Reformation - Route 2
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
Medium length walk over even terrain. Reformation – Whitewood Heath – Wyfold – Reformation.
The Reformation - Route 1
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A short easy walk.Reformation – Wyfold – Reformation.
Aldermaston Wharf to Mortimer, around Reading
Departure from Padworth (West Berkshire)
Visit a restored Norman church harbouring the remains of a bloody battle, wander through tranquil woodland and enjoy fine views of both the Kennet and Loddon Valleys.
The Six Bells, Beenham
Departure from Beenham (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Beenham area.
Aldermaston Wharf to Theale, around Reading
Departure from Padworth (West Berkshire)
Enjoy the wildlife on this easy walk along the banks of the Kennet and Avon Canal.
Goring – Great Chalk Wood Circular
Departure from Goring-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
A scenic walk with far-reaching views over the Thames Valley. Two short, steep climbs and a longer one, less steep to the top of the escarpment. The path in the wood may be muddy in places.
Checkendon, Chilterns
Departure from Checkendon (Oxfordshire)
A very pleasant walk exploring the attractive woods and landscape in and around the village of Checkendon in South Oxfordshire.
Goring and Lardon Chase Circular
Departure from Goring-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk is stile free. There is a steepening climb to the top of Streatley Hill and a steep descent from Lardon Chase.
The Butt Inn, Aldermaston Wharf
Departure from Aldermaston (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Aldermaston Wharf, Padworth via an ornamental lake and along the canal towpath.
Goring Stile Free, Chilterns
Departure from Goring-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
A lovely stile-free walk from Goring on the east of the Thames. Walk from the village out into the wooded areas to the east.
The John Barleycorn, along the Thames
Departure from Goring-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
A walk along the Thames and then a climb and wooded walk back to Goring. (Route 1)
From The John Barleycorn, Goring along the Thames
Departure from Goring-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
An easy circular walk (Route 3) along a beautiful part of the Thames from Goring.
Clayfield Copse pub
Departure from Reading
Walk through beautiful countryside surroundings with a wonderful selection of birds and a stop a The Flowing Spring pub.
The Blade Bone, Chapel Row
Departure from Bucklebury (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Chapel Row area via Carbins Wood.
Streatley to Wantage, The Ridgeway the Other Way
Departure from Streatley (West Berkshire)
The Ridgeway the other way. The National Trail from North-East to South-West. The fourth stage is a broad track for a considerable distance, mostly with a natural surface and few hedges. Here the sky dominates but it can be particularly exposed in wet, cold or hot weather.
Streatley to Stonor, Thames Valley
Departure from Streatley (West Berkshire)
On this walk, you will be able to visit the Goring Gap, oldest road, charcoal burning, beech woods and bluebells, a Maharajah's well, bangers and mash, red kites and a nature reserve.
Sonning Common to Pangbourne, around Reading
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
After passing through the shady woods and well-tended farms of the beautiful Chiltern Hills enjoy the extensive views over the Thames Valley, before descending to the twin villages of Whitchurch and Pangbourne.
This walk passes through some of the beautiful beech woods of the Chiltern Hills. This area of outstanding natural beauty is within easy reach of London, and an ideal location for a day out away from the stresses of everyday life. The footpaths in this area are well looked after by the Chiltern Society, and discreet arrows on the trees depict the rights of way.
Sonning Common to Henley, around Reading
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
A varied walk passing through the lovely Chiltern countryside with its old churches in unspoiled villages, wooded slopes and glorious views.
The Turners Arms, Mortimer
Departure from Stratfield Mortimer (West Berkshire)
This walk brings you to visit Calleva Atrebatvm Roman Town, the amphitheater around Mortimer West End area.
The Butchers Arms - Route 2
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
Easy walking through village streets, commons, woodlands and fields with a few short uphill stretches.
The Butchers Arms - Route 1
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
A short walk through a quiet valley known as Stony Bottom.
The Butchers Arms - Route 3
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk through undulating farmland and the BBC’s Crowsley Park.
The Unicorn - Route 1
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A short easy walk with one downhill and one uphill section.
The Unicorn - Route 2
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with some uphill sections around The Unicorn.
The Unicorn - Route 3
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with some steep climbs around The Unicorn.
Mortimer to Bramley, around Reading
Departure from Stratfield Mortimer (West Berkshire)
A walk into history. Visit the 12th century church of St Mary and explore the site of Calleva Atrebatum, once a main administrative centre for Roman Britain.
The Angel Inn, Woolhampton
Departure from Woolhampton (West Berkshire)
This circular walk brings you along the canal towpath and visits Midgham area.
Peppard Common - Sonning Common
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk starts (Route 2) at Peppard Common and goes through Sonning Common.
Peppard Common - Cowfields Farm
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk starts (Route 1) at Peppard Common and goes through Cowfields Farm.
Woolhampton to Streatley, Thames Valley
Departure from Woolhampton (West Berkshire)
This stage is one of the most strenuous on the route with a particularly steep climb up Streatley Hill towards the end. The view from the top, however, is well worth the effort. The end of the section is quite demanding with a very steep pull up the hill at Streatley.
Along the way, you will be able to enjoy : canal boats, country churchyard, wolves, how Tutts Clump got its name, blue pools and watercress beds, bluebells, lambs, ancient earthworks, rare chalk and downland with impressive views.
The Black Horse, Checkendon
Departure from Checkendon (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Checkendon area via woodlands.
Perch & Pike - Route 2
Departure from South Stoke (Oxfordshire)
A medium length but easy walk along the Ridgeway and the Thames.
Perch & Pike - Route 3
Departure from South Stoke (Oxfordshire)
A long walk involving two uphill stretches. South Stoke – Mongewell Park – Watch Folly – South Stoke.
Perch & Pike - Route 1
Departure from South Stoke (Oxfordshire)
A short easy walk along the Thames on the outward leg.
The Cherry Tree Inn - Route 1
Departure from Stoke Row (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk over fairly even terrain. Stoke Row – Wyfold Court – Stoke Row.
The Cherry Tree Inn - Route 3
Departure from Stoke Row (Oxfordshire)
A fairly long walk over mostly even terrain. Stoke Row – Hook End – Exlade St – Checkendon – Stoke Row.
The Cherry Tree Inn - Route 2, Stoke Row – Ipsden Heath
Departure from Stoke Row (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with a high stile : Stoke Row – Ipsden Heath – Stoke Row.
Highmoor and Greys Court
Departure from Highmoor (Oxfordshire)
A beautiful circular walk through woodland and pastures to Greys Court National Trust.
The Rising Sun - Route 3
Departure from Highmoor (Oxfordshire)
Easy walking with one quite lengthy uphill stretch.
The Rising Sun - Route 2
Departure from Highmoor (Oxfordshire)
Easy walking on fairly level terrain. Nettlebed estate – Deadman’s Lane – Highmoor.
The Rising Sun - Route 1
Departure from Highmoor (Oxfordshire)
Easy walking on fairly level terrain. Shepherds Green – Nettlebed estate – Witheridge Hill.
More walks in Sulham
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Aldermaston
- Aldworth
- Arborfield and Newland
- Ashampstead
- Ashford Hill with Headley
- Aston Tirrold
- Aston Upthorpe
- Basildon
- Baughurst
- Beech Hill
- Beenham
- Binfield Heath
- Bix and Assendon
- Blewbury
- Bradfield
- Bramley
- Bramshill
- Brimpton
- Bucklebury
- Burghfield
- Checkendon
- Cholsey
- Compton
- Crowmarsh
- Earley
- East Hagbourne
- Englefield
- Eye and Dunsden
- Fawley
- Frilsham
- Goring Heath
- Goring-on-Thames
- Harpsden
- Hartley Wespall
- Heckfield
- Henley-on-Thames
- Highmoor
- Holybrook
- Ipsden
- Kidmore End
- Kingsclere
- Mapledurham
- Mattingley
- Midgham
- Mortimer West End
- Moulsford
- Nettlebed
- North Moreton
- Nuffield
- Padworth
- Pamber
- Pangbourne
- Pishill with Stonor
- Purley on Thames
- Rotherfield Greys
- Rotherfield Peppard
- Shinfield
- Shiplake
- Silchester
- Sonning
- Sonning Common
- South Moreton
- South Stoke
- Stanford Dingley
- Stoke Row
- Stratfield Mortimer
- Stratfield Saye
- Stratfield Turgis
- Streatley
- Sulhamstead
- Swallowfield
- Swyncombe
- Tadley
- Theale
- Tidmarsh
- Tilehurst
- Ufton Nervet
- Wallingford
- Wasing
- Whitchurch-on-Thames
- Wokefield
- Woodcote
- Woodley
- Woolhampton
- Yattendon