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A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns

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8.9 km Distance
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2h 13min Est. duration
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Moderate Difficulty
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Linear Route type

This 16-mile challenging circular drops down & along the Chilterns Escarpment & climbs back into the hills. Visit pretty hamlets & the Stonor & Wormsley estates. Enjoy much remote, unspoiled countryside &woodland. Steep gradients, several stiles.

Covering 8.9 km, this is a satisfying walk that most reasonably fit hikers will complete in about 1 hour and 58 minutes.

This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.

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5 points along the route
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Start · National Trust car park at Watlington Hill;Grid ref: SU709935
0 km 51.6007°, -0.9155°
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2.2 km 51.6110°, -0.8959°
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4.4 km 51.6224°, -0.9041°
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6.7 km 51.6320°, -0.9167°
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Finish · National Trust car park at Watlington Hill;Grid ref: SU709935
8.9 km 51.6137°, -0.8929°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it to walk A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns?
A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns covers a distance of 8.9 km.
How long does it take to walk A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns?
At an average walking pace, A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns takes approximately 2h 13min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns?
No — A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns is a one-way trail. It runs from National Trust car park at Watlington Hill;Grid ref: SU709935 to National Trust car park at Watlington Hill;Grid ref: SU709935. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns?
You can begin A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns at National Trust car park at Watlington Hill;Grid ref: SU709935.
How difficult is A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns?
A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns trail?
A long walk in the Chilterns, Central Chilterns is maintained and managed by National Trust.