Walks Around Reading

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Route Details	Distance	Interactive Map	Download GPX
Ascot to Windsor	8 miles	Walk 1 map	GPX file
An interesting walk on good paths following the route of the royal procession from Ascot through Windsor Great Park and offering a 'surprise' view of Windsor Castle.
Bourne End to Windsor	11 miles	Walk 2 map	GPX file
Follow the Thames Path through the lovely scenery of Cliveden Reach. Visit Boulter's lock, enjoy the wildlife on the newly-created Jubilee River and pass close to Eton College.
Bourne End to Marlow	5 miles	Walk 3 map	GPX file
An energetic walk with splendid views, through a picturesque village and ancient woodland.
Marlow to Henley	8 miles	Walk 4 map	GPX file
A mainly level walk along the scenic Thames Path then rising to overlook the famous regatta course before descending to the much-photographed river bridge and church in Henley-on-Thames.
Sonning Common to Henley	5.5 miles	Walk 5 map	GPX file
A varied walk passing through the lovely Chiltern countryside with its old churches in unspoiled villages, wooded slopes and glorious views.
Sonning Common to Pangbourne	8 miles	Walk 6 map	GPX file
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.
Pangbourne to Theale	5.5 miles	Walk 7 map	GPX file
A hilly walk from the River Thames through bluebell woods to the hospitable village of Theale in the Kennet Valley.
Aldermaston Wharf to Theale	4.5 miles	Walk 8 map	GPX file
Enjoy the wildlife on this easy walk along the banks of the Kennet and Avon Canal.
Aldermaston Wharf to Mortimer	8 miles	Walk 9 map	GPX file
Visit a restored Norman church harbouring the remains of a bloody battle, wander through tranquil woodland and enjoy fine views of both the Kennet and Loddon Valleys.
Mortimer to Bramley	7 miles	Walk 10 map	GPX file
A walk into history. Visit the 12th century church of St Mary and explore the site of Calleva Atrebatum, once a main administrative centre for Roman Britain.
Bramley to Hook	7 miles	Walk 11 map	GPX file
Water meadows, a water wheel, gently rolling countryside, shady copses and refreshment in a traditional English pub.
Hook to Winchfield	7 miles	Walk 12 map	GPX file
This walk leads to the ruins of 13th century Odiham Castle and the upper reaches of the River Whitewater, then follows the towpath along the scenic Basingstoke Canal.
Crowthorne to Winchfield	10 miles	Walk 13 map	GPX file
This walk is level at first alongside the Blackwater River then on higher ground through forest and heathland before descending to the Hart Valley.
Crowthorne to Martin's Heron	8 miles	Walk 14 map	GPX file
Passing through the grounds of Wellington College and crossing ancient forest and heath to an iron age fort and a heritage centre, this walk has plenty of interest.
Martin's Heron to Ascot	4.5 miles	Walk 15 map	GPX file
A level walk through Swinley Park, part of the Crown Estate, then across Ascot Heath with a close-up view of the world-famous race course.