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.
The Black Horse, Checkendon
Departure from Checkendon (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk brings you to visit Checkendon area via woodlands.
King William IV - Route 1
Departure from Ipsden (Oxfordshire)
A fairly short walk with a steady climb to start and a shorter steeper climb towards the end.
King William IV - Route 2
Departure from Ipsden (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk with no steep gradients. Hailey – Forest Row – Ipsden – Hailey.
King William IV - Route 3
Departure from Ipsden (Oxfordshire)
A long a steady climb over the second quarter of the walk, thereafter an easy walk back.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
The Reformation - Route 2
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
Medium length walk over even terrain. Reformation – Whitewood Heath – Wyfold – Reformation.
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 1
Departure from Kidmore End (Oxfordshire)
A short easy walk.Reformation – Wyfold – Reformation.
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 Circular
Departure from Pangbourne (West Berkshire)
This is a stile-free circular walk around Pangbourne countryside and along River Thames.
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.
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.
Highmoor and Greys Court
Departure from Highmoor (Oxfordshire)
A beautiful circular walk through woodland and pastures to Greys Court National Trust.
The Unicorn - Route 3
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with some steep climbs around The Unicorn.
The Unicorn - Route 2
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with some uphill sections around The Unicorn.
The Unicorn - Route 1
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
A short easy walk with one downhill and one uphill section.
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.
Peppard Common - Cowfields Farm
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk starts (Route 1) at Peppard Common and goes through Cowfields Farm.
Peppard Common - Sonning Common
Departure from Rotherfield Peppard (Oxfordshire)
This circular walk starts (Route 2) at Peppard Common and goes through Sonning Common.
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.
Cholsey Circular via Aston
Departure from Cholsey (Oxfordshire)
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.
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.
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 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 3
Departure from Sonning Common (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk through undulating farmland and the BBC’s Crowsley Park.
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.
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.
Ewelme and Swyncombe
Departure from Ewelme (Oxfordshire)
Discover the distinguished history of Ewelme, visit its watercress beds, and take in the exhilarating views over Oxfordshire from an old hillfort on Swyncombe Downs. At the right time of year you will see a wonderful display of snowdrops and aconites at St Botolph’s Church in Swyncombe.
Ewelme and Swans Way
Departure from Ewelme (Oxfordshire)
A gentle walk across open farmland, with views. Much of the land is set aside for wild flowers, and is quite glorious in the early summer months.
The Five Horseshoes - Route 3
Departure from Swyncombe (Oxfordshire)
A fairly long walk over hilly terrain with two steep uphill sections.
The Five Horseshoes - Route 2
Departure from Swyncombe (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk with quite hilly terrain around The Five Horseshoes pub.
The Five Horseshoes - Route 1
Departure from Swyncombe (Oxfordshire)
A medium length walk but over quite hilly terrain and likely to be muddy in winter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Fox and Hounds - Route 2
Departure from Watlington (Oxfordshire)
An easy walk with no steep gradients through woods.
More walks in Woodcote
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Aldworth
- Appleford-on-Thames
- Arborfield and Newland
- Ashampstead
- Aston Tirrold
- Aston Upthorpe
- Basildon
- Beenham
- Benson
- Berinsfield
- Berrick Salome
- Binfield Heath
- Bix and Assendon
- Blewbury
- Bradfield
- Brightwell Baldwin
- Brightwell-cum-Sotwell
- Britwell Salome
- Bucklebury
- Burghfield
- Chalgrove
- Checkendon
- Cholsey
- Clifton Hampden
- Compton
- Crowell
- Crowmarsh
- Cuxham with Easington
- Didcot
- Dorchester
- Drayton St. Leonard
- Earley
- East Hagbourne
- Englefield
- Ewelme
- Eye and Dunsden
- Fawley
- Frilsham
- Goring Heath
- Goring-on-Thames
- Hampstead Norreys
- Harpsden
- Henley-on-Thames
- Highmoor
- Holybrook
- Ibstone
- Ipsden
- Kidmore End
- Lewknor
- Little Wittenham
- Long Wittenham
- Mapledurham
- Midgham
- Moulsford
- Nettlebed
- Newington
- North Moreton
- Nuffield
- Padworth
- Pangbourne
- Pishill with Stonor
- Purley on Thames
- Pyrton
- Rotherfield Greys
- Rotherfield Peppard
- Shinfield
- Shirburn
- Sonning
- Sonning Common
- South Moreton
- South Oxfordshire
- South Stoke
- Stanford Dingley
- Stoke Row
- Stokenchurch
- Streatley
- Sulham
- Sulhamstead
- Swyncombe
- Thatcham
- Theale
- Tidmarsh
- Tilehurst
- Turville
- Ufton Nervet
- Wallingford
- Warborough
- Watlington
- Whitchurch-on-Thames
- Wokefield
- Woolhampton
- Yattendon