SWC (Free) Walks

These walks:

  • are available to print out and use for free (but not to edit, copy or use for commercial gain)
  • are public transport friendly - most start and finish at train stations around an hour's travel from central London
  • feature fine views, country pubs for lunch and tea shops for tea
  • pass by many historic villages, churches and country houses
  • have been devised by members of the Walking Club.

Most of the walks contain detailed walking instructions - no map required!

A few of them are "map walks" which require use of an Ordnance Survey (OS) map and compass (or GPS). OS 1:25,000 scale mapping can be printed for free from this website.

Region # Walk Length Effort Updates Description
Berkshire 117 Aldermaston to Woolhampton 14 km 3
An undulating Berkshire walk
Berkshire 83 Crowthorne to Sandhurst 17 km 3
A varied walk through attractive mixed woodland, heaths and pastures, returning along the Blackwater Valley Path.
Berkshire 17 Goring Circular 18 km 4
An undulating route through Berkshire with lunch at The Bell, a refreshingly traditional pub.
Berkshire 56 Maidenhead to Marlow 15 km 3
A pretty stretch of the Thames to Cookham in the morning. After lunch, a hill with a view of the Thames valley, or continue along the Thames Path. Cookham has a train station, so can be done as 2 short walks.
Berkshire 34 Newbury Racecourse to Woolhampton 17 km 2
Easy walk with some gentle climbs en route which crosses Greenham Common, a former World War II and NATO airfield.
Berkshire 133 Slough to Egham via Windsor Great Park and Virginia Water 16 km 2
A good introductory walk passing Windsor Castle with lots of absorbing local culture and history to discover along the way with deer and pheasants at various points through the Royal Landscape.
Berkshire 61 Thames Path : Reading to Henley 15 km 1
A pretty stretch of the Thames towpath
Buckinghamshire 36 Amersham Circular via Chalfont St Giles 14 km 3
An easy walk along gentle hills above the Misbourne valley to the attractive village of Chalfont St Giles.
Buckinghamshire 81 Chorleywood to Chesham 16 km 5
The Chess Valley, one of the most beautiful and tranquil parts of the Chiltern Hills, yet never more than a couple of kilometres from the Metropolitan Line. The walk dips in and out of the valley, with a number of fine panoramic views
Buckinghamshire 140 Wendover Circular via The Lee and Swan Bottom 20 km 6
Energetic walk through the Chiltern Hills encompassing many splendid woodlands, a conservation village and idyllic Lee Common
Cambridgeshire 105 Cambridge via Grantchester Circular 15 km 1
Cambridge and its Colleges, Grantchester, Trumpington and the University Botanic Gardens
Cambridgeshire 118 Ely Circular 18 km 1
An easy walk through an historic area
Cambridgeshire 31 Huntingdon Circular 19 km 2
An easy walk beside the Great Ouse river to the attractive village of Houghton and its restored water mill, returning through water meadows and a nature reserve.
Chilterns 10 Little Kimble to Saunderton 16 km 3
An easy Chilterns walk with lunch at a favourite inn of the poet Rupert Brooke
Cotswolds 115 Moreton-in-Marsh Circular 20 km 5
A peaceful walk through the Cotswolds with a choice of lunch stops
Devon 156 South West Cost Path: Seaton to Lyme Regis via the Undercliff 11 km 5
Jungle like walk through the Axmouth / Lyme Regis undercliff, with sea views at the start and finish
Dorset 54 Lulworth Cove via Tyneham and Durdle Door Circular 19 km 10
Dramatic coastal scenery, Lulworth cove, hidden beaches, a cliff arch, and a ghost town. Travel by car only.
Dorset 76 Purbeck Way: Wareham to Swanage or Kingston 21 km 5
Heathland, Corfe and its ruined castle (NT), and either south to the sea at Chapman's Pool or west along a spectacular ridge to the sea and Swanage.
Dorset 119 South Dorset Ridgeway: Osmington to Abbotsbury 21 km 6
A long ridgewalk with sea views over Portland and Chesil Beach. Travel by bus.
Dorset 73 SWCP: Branksome to Swanage or Corfe Castle 14 km 3
Lovely Coastal walk starting with a busy prom, then a short ferry crossing to start the South West Coast Path along Studland Bay (a sandy beach), past Old Harry (cliffs) to Swanage, a seaside resort. Optional ridge walk ending to Corfe Castle. Return by bus.
Dorset 99 SWCP: Weymouth to Lulworth Cove 20 km 8
Weymouth Bay, then a dramatic cliff walk past small beaches, then higher cliffs past Durdle Door (stack) to Lulworth Cove
Dorset 77 SWCP: Weymouth via Isle of Portland Circular 16 km 4
Weymouth's harbour, the South West Coast Path, a disused railway path, industrial archaeology and a grandstand view of the Devon and Dorset coast.
Dorset 75 Wareham to Lulworth Cove 20 km 7
Heathland, a ridge, the ghost town of Tyneham, the rollercoaster South West Coast Path and Lulworth Cove
East Sussex 29 Ashurst Circular 20 km 6
A walk via Pooh Bridge to the attractive Wealden village of Hartfield, with a longer option over the elevated heathland of Ashdown Forest.
East Sussex 110 Ashurst to East Grinstead 25 km 9
A long walk through Pooh country with far-reaching views from the top of Ashdown Forest
East Sussex 30 Battle Circular 19 km 3
The 1066 County Path, picturesque Battle and its Abbey
East Sussex 129 Berwick to Birling Gap 19 km 5
via Wilmington, Jevington and Flagstaff point
East Sussex 90 Berwick to Seaford 15 km 7
The South Downs : Windover and 'High and Over' Hills, and picturesque Alfriston. Can be extended with a chalk cliff coastal walk to Seaford.
East Sussex 108 Burgess Hill to Hassocks 27 km 8
A long almost circular walk via the Sussex Border Path, Sussex Villages, and the South Downs Way ridge from Ditchling Beacon to Wolstonbury Hill
East Sussex 95 Buxted Circular 16 km 3
A gentle walk through the Weald to Poundgate, with some nice views of the Weald and the distant South Downs.
East Sussex 60 Eastbourne to East Dean 11 km 5
Coastal walk via Eastbourne's promenade, Beachy Head and the 7 Sisters, then inland over the downs to East Dean. Return by bus.
East Sussex 66 Eastbourne to Hastings via Pevensey, Cooden Beach and Bexhill 24 km 1
Flat coastal walk along the south coast past busy sea front promenades and quiet beaches.
East Sussex 79 Edenbridge to Westerham 17 km 8
A slow climb from Eden Valley to the Greensand Ridge and the High Chart,via Chartwell (NT, Churchill's Home) and Emmetts Garden (NT).
East Sussex 23 Forest Row Circular 18 km 4
The heathlands of Ashdown Forest. Travel by Bus.
East Sussex 50 Hassocks to Brighton 20 km 7
Over the South Downs to Brighton, the liveliest city on the South Coast
East Sussex 169 Hastings Circular via Fairlight Glen Beach and Fireheights 13 km 10
Hilly cliff top path via remote Fairlight Glen naturist beach to Fireheights. Return by the same path, a gentler inland route, or along the seashore
East Sussex 132 Horsted Keynes Circular 18 km 5
A varied walk from the deep wooded valleys of the High Weald to the elevated heathland of Ashdown Forest, with a section alongside the Bluebell Railway. Travel by bus
East Sussex 174 Horsted Keynes to Balcombe 17 km 5
An undulating High Weald walk with a contrasting section alongside Ardingly Reservoir
East Sussex 141 Horsted Keynes to Lindfield 13 km 3
A gently undulating walk in the low hills around the Ouse Valley. Short bus ride.
East Sussex 47 Lewes Circular via Glynde and Southease 22 km 8
An energetic walk over the South Downs with great views, 3 hills, 3 pubs, and a ridge.
East Sussex 134 Lewes to Brighton via Rottingdean 11 km 4
The less-frequented heart of the South Downs to Rottingdean, with a pleasant walk along the promenade into Brighton to finish
East Sussex 25 SDW1: Southease to Eastbourne 27 km 7
2 Long Ridge walks over open downs, beautiful Alfriston for lunch, and Eastbourne pier and prom. to finish.
East Sussex 65 Southease to Rottingdean or Brighton 15 km 4
The flat, open Ouse valley to Rodmell and Kingston, then an open chalk ridge to Rottingdean and Brighton.
Essex 52 Clacton-on-Sea to Walton-on-the-Naze 12 km 1
A short North Sea coastal walk between 2 seaside resorts
Essex 130 Great Chesterford to Newport (Essex) 19 km 4
Through rolling hills and river valleys to the historic market town of Saffron Walden and one of Britain's finest stately homes
Essex 158 Ingatestone to Battlesbridge 25 km 4
The Wid Valley and the Wid itself, Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Reserve and the Crouch Valley via a mix of woods and fields.
Essex 114 Laindon Circular 14 km 2
Gentle walk through the Essex countryside with lunch at Hordon-on-the-Hill
Essex 162 North Fambridge to Burnham-on-Crouch 21 km 2
Follow the tidal River Crouch eastwards towards the North Sea atop the sea wall. Wide open and scenic countryside, mudflats, creeks, rich bird life, sailing boats and marinas.
Essex 159 South Woodham Ferrers to North Fambridge 26 km 4
Long and varied walk in the Crouch valley across hilly parts of Essex, with some challenging field crossings and a serene riverside finish.
Essex 166 The Broomway and Foulness Island 16 km 3
Fabled tidal road off the coast off Essex across Maplin Sands to Foulness Island.
Essex 98 Walton-on-the-Naze Circular 10 km 1
Coastal walk from a faded grandeur Victorian seaside resort with pier to a fast eroding, fossil rich headland and a sand spit. Return along the beach or through a nature reserve.
Essex 116 Wendens Ambo Circular 18 km 2
An easy walk through the Essex countryside
Essex 157 Wickford to Battlesbridge or South Woodham Ferrers 22 km 3
Grassy fields, quiet lanes, a smattering of woods, Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Reserve and the tidal River Crouch.
Exmoor NP 123 Countisbury via Foreland Point, Lynmouth and Watersmeet Circular 16 km 5
2 short circular walks 1) East along the South West Coast Path past Foreland Point 2) Along the narrow, steep sided River Lyn gorge to picturesque Watersmeet (NT)
Exmoor NP 124 Heddon's Mouth Circular 9 km 4
Short walk to Heddon's Beach, and along the South West Coast Path from a remote country pub. Travel by car only.
Exmoor NP 125 SWCP1 : Minehead to Porlock 14 km 4
SWCP Day 1 - Gentle introduction to the coast path, with rugged and tea room options.
Exmoor NP 142 SWCP2: Porlock to Lynton 19 km 8
SWCP Day 2 - Spectacular and remote coastal walk.
Exmoor NP 143 SWCP3: Lynton to Combe Martin 22 km 10
SWCP Day 3 - Spectacular and remote coastal walk with a nice lunch pub
France 126 Calais Walking Guide : 8 walks in and around Calais, Cap Blanc-Nez 26 km 1
8 walks between 5 and 16 miles in the Calais area suitable for day trips by train or ferry.
Hampshire 74 Bournemouth to Barton-on-Sea via Hengistbury Head 17 km 3
A coastal walk along the Bournemouth promenade past Hengistbury Head, with a ferry crossing and some hidden beaches.
Downloads: A walk or longer ferry ride, from Christchurch. around its harbour to Hengistbury Head.
Hampshire 163 Brockenhurst Circular 17 km 3
The New Forest - A mix of dense and more open woods.
Hampshire 58 Dunbridge to Romsey 12 km 1
Montisfont Abbey Gardens (NT), the River Test and Romsey Abbey
Hampshire 160 Farnham to Blackwater 21 km 5
Farnham Park, Caesar’s Camp, Beacon Hill, Bourley Reservoirs, Gelvert Stream, Fleet Pond, Foxlease Meadows and Hawley Common
Hampshire 84 Hook to Winchfield 19 km 4
A walk along a rural stretch of the Basingstoke Canal, passing the ruins of a medieval castle and visiting an attractive Hampshire town.
Hampshire 62 Lymington to Barton-on-Sea 16 km 2
Easy coastal walk along the Solent Way with views towards the Isle of Wight. Return by bus.
Hampshire 97 Overton Circular 14 km 4
North Hampshire hills and Jane Austen's literary landscape
Hampshire 53 Overton to Whitchurch 17 km 3
An easy walk down the Test valley which passes many interesting mills, old and new.
Hampshire 15 Winchester Circular 16 km 4
A historic Cathedral City, St Catherine's Hill and downland.
Hertfordshire 91 Baldock Circular 17 km 2
A flat walk across vast Hertfordshire farmland fields in an area filled with clues to Britain’s Iron Age and Roman past. Follows part of the Icknield Way.
Hertfordshire 168 Broxbourne Circular 24 km 6
A strenuous walk through the Spital Brook valley into Broxbourne Woods National Nature Reserve and an assortment of ancient and wild woods and diverse woodland setting.
Hertfordshire 55 Harlow Circular 13 km 1
An easy walk through south east Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire 164 Roydon to Sawbridgeworth 23 km 3
Open countryside with wheat fields, woods and waterways - stretches of the River Ash in the morning and the Stort Navigation near the end. Passes the Henry Moore Sculpture Park.
Hertfordshire 165 St Margarets Circular 26 km 5
Quiet rolling Hertfordshire countryside, a haunted, ruined church and long stretches in scenic river valleys.
Hertfordshire 94 Watton-at-Stone Circular 18 km 2
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Hertfordshire 69 Welwyn Circular 17 km 2
An easy walk through Hertfordshire countryside, visiting Ayot St Lawrence and an an ivied Gothic ruin of a church.
Isle of Wight 71 Isle of Wight Coast Path : Lake to Ryde 21 km 5
The north east section of the coastal path: cliffs, Victorian promenades, and a quiet harbour.
Isle of Wight 72 Yarmouth Circular 20 km 5
The Isle of Wight coastal path, Tennyson Down, a nature reserve, and a disused railway.
Kent 121 Bekesbourne Circular 17 km 2
Ancient villages, churches and pubs in a classic Kent landscape
Kent 28 Birchington to Herne Bay 14 km 1
Easy coastal walks, passing the dramatic ruins at Recluver
Kent 138 Chilham Circular 16 km 5
A climb into the Kentish Downs and a descent to two historic houses.
Kent 3 Cowden to Eridge 20 km 4
Starts along a valley and then over hills to Hartfield for lunch, followed by an undulating trek thorough woods and fields to Eridge.
Kent 78 Cowden to Hever 17 km 5
A contrast between a remote part of the Weald and three attractive and popular Kent villages
Kent 173 Cuxton to Halling 18 km 6
Cobham Park and the newly-restored Darnley Mausoleum, organic farms and nature reserves
Kent 35 Cuxton to Sole Street 19 km 5
Open views and a wooded ridge before lunch. A short afternoon passes a large organic farm (wildflowers) and the Leather Bottle pub (of Charles Dickens' Pickwick Papers) in Cobham
Kent 120 Eridge Circular 16 km 4
A short walk through an interesting part of the High Weald.
Kent 59 Eynsford Circular 20 km 6
A contrast between hidden valleys in the North Downs and the Darent Valley Path through three interesting villages.
Kent 12 Faversham to Whitstable 16 km 1
Easy Coastal Walk
Kent 13 Folkestone Circular or to Dover 13 km 9
Coastal Walk. Out besides the sea to the Warren (an undercliff). Either return via the cliffs above, or continue along the White Cliffs to Dover.
Kent 19 Frant to Tunbridge Wells 22 km 6
A varied High Weald walk, with the option of finishing with a trip on a steam train.
Kent 152 GW10: Pluckley to Ashford 18 km 4
Greensand Way Stage 10 - orchards, a gentle ridge, but an urban ending to Ashford
Kent 153 GW11: Ashford to Ham Street 18 km 4
Greensand Way Stage 11 - an urban start, the outskirts of Ashford but a much nicer ending
Kent 41 GW 7 : Yalding to Sevenoaks 21 km 4
Kent Orchards, then follows the Greensand Way to Igtham Mote (NT), One Tree Hill, Knole House and deer park (NT)
Kent 150 GW 8: Yalding to Sutton Vallance 15 km 3
Greensand Way Stage 8 - fine views from a gentle ridge and excellent pubs en-route
Kent 151 GW 9: Harrietsham to Pluckley 16 km 3
Greensand Way Stage 9 - fine views from a gentle ridge, orchards and nice pubs
Kent 106 Ham Street to Appledore 18 km 3
A walk full of historical interest in the low hills around Romney Marsh
Kent 82 Hayes to Knockholt 16 km 4
Close to London, this walk in north-west Kent is entirely rural, traversing fields, woods and valleys in London's 'Green Belt'. It passes Charles Darwin's home, Down House (EH)
Kent 175 Hever to Ashurst 16 km 4
A surprisingly remote part of the High Weald on the Kent/East Sussex border
Kent 7 Knockholt Circular 18 km 5
An enjoyable day out in the country within zone 6, thanks to those who campaigned for and legislated the Green Belt policy.
Kent 37 Knockholt to Otford 13 km 7
A moderately strenuous stroll in the North Downs, taking in the pretty village of Shoreham
Kent 1 Lenham to Charing 13 km 3
A tranquil walk along the North Downs.
Kent 101 Margate to Broadstairs and Ramsgate 16 km 2
Easy coastal walk with fine cliff top views, 3 classic seaside resorts, and a number of stunning sandy bays and coves that make it a swimming walk par excellence..
Kent 93 NDW: Sandling to Folkestone or Dover 17 km 5
A dramatic ridge walk along the North Downs Way, overlooking the English Channel.
Kent 24 NDW: Sandling to Wye 21 km 6
Pretty Ridge Walk along the North Downs Way with lovely views. Nice pubs for lunch and tea
Kent 63 Oxted Circular 19 km 6
The Greensand Hills on the Surrey/Kent border to historic Westerham, with a choice of routes for the return leg.
Kent 135 Oxted to Lingfield 18 km 3
A short climb over the Greensand Hills followed by a gentle walk across the Low Weald, with a fine bluebell wood at its centre
Kent 92 Penshurst to Leigh 15 km 3
The Eden valley, rural pubs and the beautiful villages of Chiddingstone and Penshurst.
Kent 154 Rye to Dungerness and Lydd 21 km 4
Interesting coastal walk past sandunes, an army range, and a nuclear power station to a unique shingle desert. Travel by bus
Kent 51 Sandling to Folkestone via the Sea 11 km 5
A swimming walk. Starts with a disused railway line, Saltwood Castle, and downland. Finishes along the coast to Folkestone.
Kent 21 Sevenoaks Circular 15 km 4
Out via the National Trust's Knole Park, House, and Igtham Mote. Back by the Greensand Way along the escarpment of the Kent Downs.
Kent 20 Sevenoaks to Westerham 17 km 6
Knole Park, then west along the Greensand Way with spectacular views of the Kent Weald.
Kent 80 Staplehurst to Headcorn 14 km 1
An easy walk through fields in the Kentish Weald, with some fine bluebell woods en route, and an option to visit Sissinghurst Gardens (NT).
Kent 112 Stonegate to Robertsbridge 14 km 4
The High Weald, Kipling’s home, and panoramic views
Kent 113 Tenterden to Rye 22 km 5
A varied landscape between two interesting Cinque Port towns, from the low hills of the eastern High Weald almost to the coast
Kent 5 Wadhurst via Bewl Water Circular 11 km 5
This walk follows the Sussex Border path to Bewl Water, then follows its banks back to Wadhurst for tea. Gentle gradients but never flat.
Kent 38 Whyteleafe to Hayes 16 km 4
Field, woods, quiet valleys, a gem of a pub, and close to London.
London 137 Crystal Palace to Forest Hill 12 km 3
Short surburban London walk with plenty of interesting and unusual features.
London 104 Ealing Broadway Circular 18 km 1
The green spaces of West London, including The Grand Union Canal, Boston Manor, Syon House, The Thames towpath, Kew Gardens, and Gunnersbury Park.
London 42 Greenford to Osterley 12 km 1
A walk through attractive open spaces in West London, visiting parks, a viaduct, a series of locks and a NT stately home.
London 122 Jubilee Walk : Central London Circular 15 km 1
Urban walk through Central London - passes many famous tourist sites
London 172 Rainham to Purfleet via RSPB reserve at Rainham Marshes 13 km 1
An easy birdwatching walk in Outer East London along an interesting and atmospheric section of the Thames Path incorporating a circuit of the RSPB reserve at Rainham marshes.
London 46 Wimbledon to Kingston 15 km 3
Wimbledon Common, Richmond Park, and the Thames Path.
Norfolk 70 Norfolk Coast Path : Hunstanton to Cromer 76 km 3
A quiet coastal path with wide beaches, sand dunes, salt and freshwater marshes, nature reserves, barrier islands, and lots of birds.
Oxfordshire 44 Appleford Circular 19 km 3
A walk in Oxfordshire, taking in Dorchester-on-Thames and the Clumps
Oxfordshire 49 Cholsey to Goring 23 km 3
Fairly gentle climbs through Oxfordshire and Berkshire countryside ending with a southerly stretch along the Thames.
Oxfordshire 170 Pangbourne via Goring Circular 14 km 3
Hilly route to Pangbourne for lunch, shorter return along the Thames
Oxfordshire 171 Ridgeway: Goring to Wantage 30 km 5
A ridge walk over open downland with good views along a neolithic trail to an ancient hill fort. Very long or short option. Return by bus.
Surrey 96 Ash Vale Circular 26 km 5
A circular walk starting and ending in the rarely visited Ash Ranges and including a section of the North Downs Way through the attractive village of Puttenham.
Surrey 136 Ash Vale to Worplesdon 20 km 4
The Basingstoke Canal, Ash Ranges (Remote, hilly MOD land with unrestricted access), Cobbett Hill and Whitmoor Common.
Surrey 107 Ash to Brookwood 15 km 5
Ash Ranges and Brookwood Cemetery
Surrey 64 Box Hill Circular 15 km 7
A fairly strenuous walk in a beautiful part of the North Downs
Surrey 16 Dorking to Reigate 13 km 3
A mainly level route along the River Mole and then the Greensand Way via several picturesque villages.
Surrey 145 GW 1: Witley to Haslemere via Thursley, Surrey Hills 16 km 4
Greensand Way Stage 1 : Gibbet Hill, Devil's Punch Bowl and Hindhead Common
Surrey 146 GW 2: Witley to Ewhurst 20 km 5
Greensand Way Stage 2 : The Surrey Hills : the Wey Valley, and remote villages
Surrey 147 GW 3: Gomshall to Dorking 21 km 5
Greensand Way Stage 3 : The Surrey Hills : Holmbury Hill and Leith Hill
Surrey 148 GW 5: Earlswood to Oxted 17 km 4
Greensand Way Stage 5 : A ridge walk through a quiet part of Surrey
Surrey 149 GW 6: Hurst Green to Sevenoaks 19 km 6
The best of the Greensand Way - a traverse of the Chart Hills. Toy's Hill, Ide Hill, Chartwell (NT), and an extension to Knole Park (NT)
Surrey 131 Guildford to Horsley 20 km 4
Viewpoints on the North Downs ridge
Surrey 57 Guildford via Chantries Hill Circular 21 km 4
Chantries Hill and the North Downs Way to St Marthas Church (viewpoint). After lunch in Chilworth, returning via mixed woods and the tranquil Wey navigation.
Surrey 144 Haslemere to Farnham 22 km 5
Gibbet Hill, Devil's Punch Bowl, Thursley and Elstead Commons, and the ruins of Waverley Abbey
Surrey 32 Holmwood to Reigate 13 km 2
An easy walk through Surrey's Low Weald and the Mole Valley.
Surrey 4 Merstham to Tattenham Corner 16 km 5
Viewpoints on the North Downs to start, a pub lunch in Mogador, and a London panorama from the Epsom Downs to finish.
Downloads: Alternative route across Banstead Downs on the Main Walk. New Circular Walk option from Tattenham Corner
Surrey 111 NDW: Caterham to Knockholt 26 km 7
The North Downs Way through woods with fine views - and within Zone 6 - but does suffer from road noise. 2 shorter return-by-bus options
Surrey 139 Tadworth via Headley Heath and Box Hill Circular 20 km 8
Mixed open and wooded chalk downland with several viewpoints close to London
Surrey 45 West Byfleet to Hampton Court 15 km 1
The Thames Path, the Wey Navigation and several pubs.
Surrey 43 Whyteleafe to Woldingham 16 km 5
Bluebell woods, fields, valleys and nature reserves on the London/Surrey border.
Surrey 2 Woldingham to Oxted 18 km 6
Close to London, this walk combines stretches of both The North Downs Way, and the Greensand Way.
Wales (Anglesey) 103 Newborough Warren Circular 18 km 2
Remote coastal walk with sand dunes, beaches, pine forests and salt marsh - ideal for rest day, or when there is bad weather on the tops.
Wales (Brecon Beacons NP) 85 Pen y Fan Horseshoe 11 km 10
A classic horseshoe walk climbing the highest peaks in the Brecon Beacons via a glacial ridge. Access by car only
Wales (Brecon Beacons NP) 86 The Black Mountain (Fan Brycheiniog) 11 km 5
An easy walk along a glacial ridge to one of the highest peaks in the Brecon Beacons. Access by car only
Wales (Gower) 89 Llanmadoc via Whiteford Sands Circular 11 km 2
Out through NT pine forest with salt marsh views to a lighthouse, back along sand dunes and a remote beach.
Wales (Gower) 87 Rhossili via Llangennith Circular 12 km 3
A gentle walk, up to then along he downs overlooking a stunning beach, and back along the beach itself.
Wales (Gower) 88 Rhossili via Worms Head Circular 11 km 6
A gentler cliff top headland walk a dramatic extension - a classic walk out to 2 small islands cut off at high tide, with stunning views of Rhossili beach.
Wales (Snowdonia NP) 102 Snowdon 11 km 9
A beginners guide to safely climbing the highest mountain in England and Wales.
West Sussex 11 Amberley Circular 18 km 5
Out along the foot of the South Downs above Wild Brook wetland to Storrington for lunch, and back along the ridge of the Downs.
West Sussex 39 Amberley to Pulborough 18 km 6
The South Downs with good views in the morning. Lunch in a small village. A gentle afternoon stroll through the West Weald with downland views to finish.
West Sussex 100 Arundel and Amberley 23 km 7
A contrast between peaceful villages in the Arun Valley and an attractive old town with a castle and cathedral.
West Sussex 22 Balcombe Circular via Ardingly Reservoir 16 km 4
Two interlocking walks in a figure of 8 around Balcombe (one for Summer, one for Winter), taking in Ardingly Reservoir, the Ouse Valley Viaduct, and fine Weald territory.
West Sussex 8 Billingshurst to Amberley 22 km 5
Starts in gentle countryside, with the South Downs a thin line on the horizon, then via some steep hills and hidden valleys to finish on the crest of the South Downs with a panoramic view
West Sussex 40 East Grinstead Circular 15 km 4
A walk in classic Weald territory, with an optional afternoon circuit around Weir Water reservoir.
West Sussex 109 Eridge to East Grinstead 23 km 7
Along the High Weald Landscape Trail to some attractive villages in the upper Medway Valley
West Sussex 27 Forest Row to Sheffield Park 18 km 4
Heath and Mixed Woodland. Return by Bluebell Line Steam Train, or longer Circular Walk
West Sussex 48 Haslemere to Midhurst 21 km 5
Black Down (hill) and the Temple of the Winds (viewpoint), Lurgashall (village with pub by the cricket pitch) and Midhurst (ruined castle, historic town centre).
West Sussex 167 New Lipchis Way: Chichester to West Wittering and East Head 20 km 2
A quiet canal, the shoreline of Chichester Harbour, West Wittering beach, and East Head spit. Return by bus.
West Sussex 18 Petersfield to Rowlands Castle 16 km 3
An easy southerly trek through East Hampshire.
West Sussex 14 Pulborough Circular 21 km 4
This is a long but easy walk which explores the water meadows of the River Arun, with the South Downs as a dramatic backdrop.
West Sussex 9 Pulborough to Amberley 17 km 5
Historic Pulborough, gentle hills, a gem of a pub, an RSPB marshland, and up and over the South Downs to Amberley.
West Sussex 128 Pulborough to Petworth 18 km 5
Across the Arun valley and Greensand Hills to an attractive town with one of the National Trust's finest properties
West Sussex 68 Rowlands Castle circular 16 km 3
An easy circular trek through West Sussex.
West Sussex 26 SDW4: Amberley to Shoreham By Sea or Lancing 24 km 5
A ridge walk along the South Downs Way, passing Chanctonbury Ring.
West Sussex 33 SDW5: Amberley to Cocking 20 km 3
Follows the South Downs Way along the ridge of the South Downs. Good views in the morning, a forested trail in the afternoon (travel by bus).
West Sussex 155 SDW6: Cocking to Petersfield 20 km 4
Follows the South Downs Way (travel by bus).
Wiltshire 6 Bradford-on-Avon to Bath 15 km 2
Follow the tranquil Kennet and Avon Canal through a pretty valley between the historic towns of Bradford-upon-Avon and Bath
Wiltshire 127 Pewsey Circular 16 km 3
North Wessex Downs and the Vale of Pewsey
Wiltshire 67 Salisbury to Amesbury via Stonehenge 23 km 4
A walk up the Avon valley with a magical approach to Stonehenge
Worcestershire 161 Hagley to Barnt Green via the Clent Hills 19 km 6
Ridge walk over the North Worcestershire Hills via a 1,000 feet summit. Shorter circular walk option via some nice pubs. Handy for Birmingham/the M5

Last Updated : Jun-13