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· Local Hard

Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns

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15.8 km Distance
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3h 57min Est. duration
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Hard Difficulty
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Linear Route type

Views of the Chiltern Escarpment, Aylesbury Vale & PM's country retreat. Pass through Ellesborough & important historical, archaeological & ecological sites, including rare chalk grassland, archetypal Chiltern beech woods & the largest box wood in Britain

Covering 15.8 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 3 hours and 31 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.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.

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Waypoints

5 points along the route
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Start · Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062
0 km 51.7482°, -0.7677°
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4.0 km 51.7313°, -0.7944°
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7.9 km 51.7407°, -0.7991°
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11.9 km 51.7549°, -0.7722°
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Finish · Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062
15.8 km 51.7544°, -0.7626°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns hiking route?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is 15.8 km long.
How much time should I allow for Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
Most walkers allow around 3h 57min for Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns at a comfortable pace.
Is Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns a circular or linear route?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062 to Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns start?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns starts at Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062.
Is Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns suitable for beginners?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is not recommended for beginners. Good fitness and trail experience are needed.
Who maintains the Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns trail?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is maintained and managed by National Trust.