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Hampden Monument Walk

Saturday, 11 August 2018

Start time: 11:00
(Estimated finish time: 14:00)

Moderate 6.3 miles / 10.1 km

Group Chiltern Young Walkers

A scenic walk, mostly on paths and bridleways, and some lanes. Great Hampden was mentioned in the Domesday Book as Hamdenham. It is the ancestral home of the Hampden family, the most famous of whom was the
English Civil War hero John Hampden.

We will pass by the Hampden Monument: It was built by Lord Nugent in the early 19th century to commemorate the 200th anniversary of John Hampden’s refusal to pay Ship Money. Other points of interest on this scenic walk include Pepperboxes Wood, Hampden House and Great Hampden church.

Afterwards we will have drinks at the pub. Please bring packed lunch. 

Starting point

Park and meet at the pub car park for the Hampden Arms pub. Overflow parking area also available in the field at the back of the car park. 5 Hobart Cottages, Great Hampden, HP16 9RQ

Grid reference: SP845015
Nearest postcode: HP16 9RQ
Start time: 11:00

Additional notes

This is a circular walk

Walk Id: 3978882
Suitability: Dog friendly
Surroundings: Hill
Facilities: Refreshments
Designation: Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Scenic Area, Heritage Coast
Theme: History, heritage

(BU51) Chiltern Young Walkers Group

Chiltern Young Walkers are a friendly and sociable walking group aimed at people in their 20s-30s which offers a diverse variety of walks and social events across the Chilterns.

Give us a try!

This is one of hundreds of Ramblers group walks for all ages and abilities every week - all led by our experienced walk leaders.

You’re welcome to join us on any of our walks to see if the Ramblers is for you. Then, once you’ve enjoyed the views, fun, exhilaration and good company, it’s just a case of becoming a member.

Do make sure you're fit enough and have the right footwear and clothing for the walk you want to do, though. You can contact the group or leader if in doubt.

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