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Chiltern Young Walkers Group

We are the Chiltern Young Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

Are you ready to explore the breathtaking beauty of the Chilterns? Join us as we walk the Chiltern Way in stages, discovering picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and hidden gems along the way. This long-distance trail, covering approximately 177 miles, offers a perfect mix of rolling hills, wooded paths, and open fields. From historical landmarks to cozy pubs, each stage of the Chiltern Way promises new discoveries and delightful experiences.

 

Section 3 kicks off at Marlow Bottom and heads southwest through peaceful woodlands and open countryside to Maidensgrove

 

Since this is a linear walk, we will need to coordinate transport to ensure everyone can get back to the starting point. If you are driving, please meet at Maidensgrove Common by 10am. We will then carpool to Marlow Bottom for the start of the walk, which will be around 10:30am to 10:40am. If you are meeting at Marlow Bottom please let us know in the comments so we can account for you in the car pool. After completing the walk, the cars left at Maidensgrove will ferry people back to Marlow Bottom. If you joined us for earlier sections or for the Ridgeway or Shakespeare's Way, this routine will be familiar.

 

This 14-mile section has a mix of flat and rolling hills so sturdy walking boots are strongly advised.

Dogs are more than welcome but must be kept on lead at all times for the comfort of the group.

Hopefully the lovely weather we currently have will continue so please bring plenty of water, a packed lunch and Suncream.

When you reach the end there will be an option to have a well earned drink and toast to the fact there will only be 135 miles remaining!

 

Did you know we're on Instagram? Follow us at @ChilternYoungWalkers to see pictures from our walks!

Become a full member: CYW are part of the Ramblers and you may try up to three walks free. When you decide to continue walking with us, please see details at 'Become a member' to join the Ramblers.

Saturday, 26 April 2025
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
22.7km / 14.1mi
Ascent:
554m / 1818ft
Type:
linear

Features

  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 71839 88711
Nearest postcode:
RG9 6EX
what3words:
herds.heartened.womanly
Meeting time:
10:00 am

Meet at Maidensgrove common there is free parking along the common use below link for the start point 51.5927052, -0.9635631 Near Maidensgrove, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6EX Carpool to Marlow Bottom for our walk start point. SL7 3PH Marlow Botttom streets, please park considerately avoiding the school.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 84559 88471
Nearest postcode:
SL7 3PH
what3words:
composers.yards.laws
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Maidensgrove common there is free parking along the common use below link for the start point 51.5927052, -0.9635631 Near Maidensgrove, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6EX Carpool to Marlow Bottom for our walk start point. SL7 3PH Marlow Botttom streets, please park considerately avoiding the school.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SU 72067 88511
Nearest postcode:
RG9 6EX
what3words:
mammoth.freshest.monorail
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm

Meet at Maidensgrove common there is free parking along the common use below link for the start point 51.5927052, -0.9635631 Near Maidensgrove, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6EX Carpool to Marlow Bottom for our walk start point. SL7 3PH Marlow Botttom streets, please park considerately avoiding the school.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking