Giffard Park to Bradville via Stanton Low and Great Linford
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
From Middleton Cheney, Millenium Way
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
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.
Chipping Warden to Middleton Cheney, Millenium Way
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 Hellidon, Millenium Way
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.
From Cropredy, Millenium Way
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.
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.
Priors Marston to Chipping Warden, Millenium Way
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
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.
The parkland of Woburn Abbey, Eversholt & Milton Bryan from Woburn
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
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.
Flecknoe-Braunston
Departure from Wolfhampcote CP (Warwickshire)
Lovely circular route on paths, bridleways and canal.
Two Ridges Way from Leighton Buzzard to Ivinghoe Beacon
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.
Rushbed Woods and Brill circular
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.
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
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.
Elkington, Grand Union Canal & Cold Ashby from Winwick
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.
Ashby Local
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.
Hampton Poyle & Bletchingdon
Departure from Hampton Gay and Poyle (Oxfordshire)
Climb to a pretty village with a historic church, country house and village green.
Hampton Gay
Departure from Hampton Gay and Poyle (Oxfordshire)
Stroll across the meadows to an isolated church and ruined 16th-century manor house.
Cherwell valley
Departure from Hampton Gay and Poyle (Oxfordshire)
Visit four historic churches, plus a ruined manor house and a pretty riverside return.
Marsworth Canals and Reservoirs
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.
Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover, The Ridgeway the Other Way
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.
The Avon Valley from Rugby Railway Station, Rail Trails
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.
Bladon circular from Begbroke
Departure from Begbroke (Oxfordshire)
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.
Tring Station, Wigginton and Tring Park, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Drayton Beauchamp, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Canals and Reservoirs, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular wallk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Stubbings Wood, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre and offering spectacular views.
Tringford, Little Tring, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre.
Tring Park and beyond, Tring Parish
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
A circular walk starting from Tring Town Centre and exploring the historic parkland.
Tring to Hastoe and back through Tring Park
Departure from Tring (Hertfordshire)
Climb from the pretty market town of Tring to Hastoe and return through beautiful Tring Park a mix of mature woodland and parkland.
Walk Suspended - Ivinghoe Beacon & Ashridge, Chilterns
Departure from Aldbury (Hertfordshire)
The steps after Waypoint 7 are currently closed. Please do not do this walk until it is updated!
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.
Across the Tring Gap by Ridgeway and Chiltern Way
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).
Tring Park Wild
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
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.
More walks in Whittlebury
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Abbey Hill
- Abthorpe
- Addington
- Adstock
- Adstone
- Akeley
- Alderton
- Ashton
- Barton Hartshorn
- Beachampton
- Biddlesden
- Blakesley
- Blisworth
- Bradden
- Brafield on the Green
- Buckingham
- Bugbrooke
- Calverton
- Castlethorpe
- Chetwode
- Cold Higham
- Collingtree
- Cosgrove
- Courteenhall
- Deanshanger
- East Hunsbury
- Easton Neston
- Everdon
- Fairfields
- Far Cotton and Delapre
- Farthingstone
- Finmere
- Foscott
- Fringford
- Gawcott with Lenborough
- Gayton
- Grafton Regis
- Grange Park
- Great Horwood
- Great Houghton
- Greens Norton
- Hackleton
- Hanslope
- Hardingstone
- Hartwell
- Helmdon
- Hethe
- Hillesden
- Hunsbury Meadows
- Kislingbury
- Leckhampstead
- Lillingstone Dayrell with Luffield Abbey
- Lillingstone Lovell
- Litchborough
- Little Horwood
- Little Houghton
- Maidford
- Maids Moreton
- Milton Malsor
- Mixbury
- Mursley
- Nash
- Nether Heyford
- New Bradwell
- Newnham
- Newton Purcell with Shelswell
- Old Stratford
- Padbury
- Pattishall
- Paulerspury
- Potterspury
- Preston Bissett
- Quinton
- Radclive-cum-Chackmore
- Radstone
- Roade
- Rothersthorpe
- Shalstone
- Shenley Church End
- Shutlanger
- Silverstone
- Slapton
- Stoke Bruerne
- Stony Stratford
- Stowe
- Stowe IX Churches
- Syresham
- Thornborough
- Thornton
- Tiffield
- Tingewick
- Towcester
- Turweston
- Upper Heyford
- Upton
- Wappenham
- Water Stratford
- Weedon Bec
- West Hunsbury
- Westbury
- Weston and Weedon
- Whaddon
- Whitehouse
- Whitfield
- Wicken
- Winslow
- Wolverton and Greenleys
- Woodend
- Wootton
- Yardley Gobion