Hughendon, 8 miles, moderate - Berkshire Walkers

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When:

March 24, 2018 @ 10:30 am

2018-03-24T10:30:00+00:00

2018-03-24T10:45:00+00:00

Where:

Car Park by Hughendon Church

Contact:

Alex

Walk

Bucks historical sites moderate Views Walk

Meet at the car park by Hughendon Church in time for a 10:30am start.

Based around the national trust property of Hughendon manor this walk explores the rolling farmland and woodland ridges North of High Wycombe. We will begin the walk by passing Hughendon manor former home
of prime minister Benjamin Disraeli. We will continue on along a woodland path to Downley common and continue along the valley to Naphill and then to the hamlet of Upper North Dean where we will see fine views along the Hughendon valley, we drop down to the village of Speen and then climb up and walk along the ridge top through Piggotts wood and then drop down to the Harrow in Upper Hughendon Valley for a drink before returning to Hughendon church.

Please bring lunch, water and some money for a pub stop en-route.

Sat Nav: HP14 4LA or 51.6521 -0.7518

Grid Ref: SU864955

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Pace Guide

Gentle: led at a gentle pace with regular short breaks for water or rest. Should be suitable for anyone capable of the distance. (Expect 2–2.5 mph.)
Medium: led at an intermediate pace with fewer breaks but still suitable for most walkers. (Expect 2.5–3 mph.)
Fast: led at a quick pace with minimal breaks. May be a challenge for those with less fitness. (Expect 3 mph+.)

Speeds quoted are only a rough guide, including time spent on short water/rest stops and negotiating stiles/gates/roads etc. but not that spent on longer lunch or pub stops.