St James' Way
About this route
St James' Way is a 107.2 km Regional Hiking hiking route running from Reading Abbey (Church of St James) to Southampton (Town Quay).
At 107.2 km, this is a demanding long-distance hike that may be split across multiple days. At an average walking pace you can expect to complete the route in roughly 23 hours and 50 minutes.
This route forms a near-complete loop: the start and finish are very close together, so you only need minimal transport to get back. It combines the convenience of a circular walk with a slightly varied return. The trail is officially waymarked as SJW, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.
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