West Wycombe Hike - 18.5km Chiltern hills AONB - hills, fields and woodlands

Join me on this Hike in the Chilterns hills (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)

This is a Medium/ Moderate Level Circular hike with some hills Starting at Saunderton Station in Buckinghamshire

Region - Chilterns
County/Area - Buckinghamshire
Length - 11.5 miles / 18.5 km
Ascent - 1000 feet / 303 metres
Grade - moderate

Total Hike - Approx 11.5 miles / 18.5 KM (approx 5 -6 hours with a break)

Meet @ 9.20 ready to start @ 9.30 - finish around 15.30

£8.50 P/P

The Hike:

A 11.5 mile circuit passing through Brandenham Manor, Naphill common, National Trust Hughenden estate and Brandenham Beeches Woods.

The landscape is a classical Chiltern blend of hills topped with beech woodlands, and gently rolling valleys with a mixture of grazed and ploughed fields divided by hedgerows. The walk offers a verity of glimpses into the deep and varied history of this part of the Chilterns, ranging from ancient earthworks to war-time bunkers.

Brandenham Beech Woods
The path takes us through beech woods, in the late spring this area is carpeted with bluebells.

Naphill Common
A large area of mixed oak and beech woodland with many paths. The Common is designated as a SSSI because of its many veteran trees and the remnants of heathland. It is one of the most natural woodlands in the Chilterns.

Naphill Common adjoins the Bradenham Estate and Downley Common, creating an extensive area of open access land.

Boots are recommended as some of the paths have significantly muddy sections.

You may see red kites soaring over the Beacon Hill area and beyond. The Chilterns are one of a select number of places in the UK where red kites have been re-introduced.

How to get there:

By Car:
Saunderton Station - HP22 6BT (Pay & Display)

By Train: London Marylebone Station - Saunderton Station Approx 45 mins

We will meet at the station car park

What to wear & bring:

Please dress for the weather, our walks will go ahead in most weather (rain or shine) We advise you always carry a waterproof jacket with you.

Please check the weather and bring Sun cream/ hat etc if it is warm / Waterproofs if it is wet.

We will be walking through woodland, there will be nettles/ risk of tick bites. Trousers/ leggings are recommended.

Please wear walking shoes / trainers. Open toe shoes are not suitable.

There may not be any opportunities to buy food or drink on route so please make sure you have minimum 1.5 litres of water, lunch and snacks.

There will be no public toilets on the route.

Please complete the below forms before attending.
You will NOT be allowed to join us until these have been filled out.
https://form.jotformeu.com/93171708781362

This is a moderate level hike with some gentle gradients. You are responsible for your own health & safety and must be fit and well enough to hike continuously for 9 hours.

Please bring the right clothing, you will not be able to join if dressed inappropriately.

Safety:
Our Walks are led by qualified lowland walking leaders with Mountain Training UK and Outdoor First Aiders.
No dogs are allowed on our walks.
Adventure Women is an all female activity group.

Walk Grades:
Easy- Fairly flat/ under 10 miles. Suitable for beginners
Medium - Some incline and over 10 miles. Beginners may find this challenging but doable for most people.
Hard - Steep inclines and/ or over 15 miles.
Some walking / hill fitness required.
Challenging - Walks on tougher terrain, unsteady ground, hilly, remote areas. Long full days out. Not suitable for beginners.

Please note: By RSVPing yes to any event you are agreeing to the Ts&Cs of the group
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Any questions please message on 07522842696