Waddle & Wander: Christmas Common and the Duck House, 10.5 miles, moderate

When:
February 2, 2025 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
2025-02-02T09:30:00+00:00
2025-02-02T15:00:00+00:00
Where:
Watlington Hill NT Car Park
Christmas Common
Watlington OX49 5HS
UK
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Caroline and Oli

10.5 mile circular including Watlington Hill, Christmas Common. Led by Oli & Caroline

Advance booking is not required, but if you plan on attending this walk, please indicate this on Meetup if you can, so others can see that there will be plenty of people going.

Pace: medium. Ascent: 560m.

View from Watlington Hill

Walk details

This 10.5-mile circular walk begins at Watlington Hill National Trust car park, offering a mix of stunning landscapes and serene woodland paths. With approximately 550m of elevation gain, this moderately challenging route is perfect for walkers seeking both exercise and natural beauty.

The journey begins with a steady climb, rewarding you with breathtaking vistas from the top of Watlington Hill, where rolling countryside stretches as far as the eye can see.

A highlight of the walk is a picturesque pond, complete with a whimsical duck house and colourful koi carp gliding beneath the surface. The walk meanders through ancient woodlands and includes multiple hilly climbs.

This walk is a must for nature lovers and those who enjoy exploring the quiet beauty of the Chilterns.

Travel details

By public transport

Unfortunately there is no public transport available to this walk. Feel free to use either our Facebook group (members only) or the comments section on the Meetup event page to arrange lifts – there are often members who are happy to help!

By car

The walk begins at Watlington Hill National Trust Car Park, OX49 5HS. Parking charges apply: £1 for National Trust members or £3 for non-members.

Dogs

Dogs allowed provided they are kept on a lead at all times.

Please see our dogs policy on our group website for more details.

Notes

  • Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
  • It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.