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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.

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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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 far is it to walk Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns covers a distance of 15.8 km.
How long does it take to walk Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
At an average walking pace, Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns takes approximately 3h 57min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
No — Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is a one-way trail. It runs from Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062 to Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
You can begin Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns at Coombe Hill Car Park, Ellesborough, HP14 4LA;Grid Ref: SP851062.
How difficult is Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.
Who maintains the Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns trail?
Exploring the Chiltern Escarpment, Central Chilterns is maintained and managed by National Trust.