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We offer walks in London and Home Counties, accessible by public transport.

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Overview

A brisk walk to the top of Inkpen Hill heading east along a ridge to the slightly higher Walbury Hill (297m), the highest in south east England, then descending towards Inkpen Common and a return through Kintbury. One very steep hill and many undulations. Some paths a bit overgrown.

Lunch: picnic only on grass on Gallows Down. Pub near the station at the end of the walk.

Train: Paddington 09:05; change at Newbury, arrive 09:54 (Newbury train), depart 10:11 (Bedwyn train). Buy return to Kintbury. Please make use of the facilities at Newbury.

Saturday, 12 August 2023
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 38676 67211
Nearest postcode:
RG17 9UN
Start time:
10:20 am

Kintbury Railway Station [Map E157/158].

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