Nettlebed Family, Chilterns
Departure from Nettlebed (Oxfordshire)
This walk is suitable for all ages. It combines beautiful scenery with interesting buildings and much historical
interest. The route takes you through ancient beech woodlands and through the Common Land around Nettlebed.
Walks near The Old Kiln
Stonor to Marlow, Thames Valley
Departure from Pishill with Stonor (Oxfordshire)
On this walk enjoy stately home and deer park, a windmill and a well-known vicar, red kites, Chiltern villages and hospitality scenic views, and a regatta town.
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.
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.
Henley-on-Thames to Marlow along the Thames Path
Departure from Henley-on-Thames (Oxfordshire)
A pleasant linear walk along the Thames Path between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow. The path is easy to follow and is almost all downhill. There are a number of public transport options to return to the start.
Watlington to Streatley, The Ridgeway the Other Way
Departure from Watlington (Oxfordshire)
The Ridgeway the other way. The National Trail from NE to SW. This Stage 3 has a bit of everything. The route runs long the Upper Icknield Way on the way to the small hamlet of Swyncombe. Then crosses the Chiltern Way on it's way to the village of Nuffield. The route then runs on a narrow secluded path alongside the ancient Grim’s Ditch before reaching the River Thames. On the opposite bank, another National Trail runs, The Thames Path
Shiplake and Binfield Heath Circular
Departure from Shiplake (Oxfordshire)
A varied walk on mostly good paths. No stiles and moderate slopes.
From Shiplake Station to Wargrave Station
Departure from Shiplake (Oxfordshire)
A walk from station to station using the Thames Path.
Wargrave to Twyford railway stations
Departure from Wargrave (Borough of Wokingham)
Enjoy a mostly level walk with no stiles between Wargrave to Twyford railway stations. A shorter version is available to avoid some muddy paths in the Stanlake area but there is no footway across the railway bridge and care needs to be taken.
Cholsey to Goring Railway Station
Departure from Cholsey (Oxfordshire)
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.
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.