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West Berkshire Group

We are the West Berkshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • 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
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Overview

We leave the village pond and walk through the west of Aldbourne village to join the B4192, a minor road, which we then follow before turning left to join the Aldbourne Circular Route at New Barn, passing the Giant's Grave and a Roman field system, as we head gently uphill to reach the outskirts of Upper Upham. The route then drops down past the site of the medieval village of Snap, before climbing gently to Snap Farm, following which, it undulates past Round Hill Downs, Chase Wood, Moore's Wood, Oak Stagger and Cottage Copse. We return to the cars via Green Pond, Pentico Wood and Southern Copse,  passing the site of a Roman building on the way. 

There are two stiles in reasonable condition, but will be slippery when wet. Furthermore, walkers are reminded that this is is a country walk and hazards such as (but not limited to) low branches, rocks, loose stones, chalk, roots, brambles, deep puddles, mud, nettles, brambles, and fallen branches may be encountered. 

Sunday, 30 November 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
336.8m / 1105ft
Type:
circular

Please park considerately in Aldbourne village square and meet at the village pond.

Numbers are limited to 18 and hence you are requested to book your place on the walk, before 6.00pm on Saturday, 29th November, using the link below.

Please check the weather forecast for the day and wear appropriate clothing (walking boots recommended) and remember to bring sufficient food and drink for the day.   

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 26472 75648
Nearest postcode:
SN8 2DU
what3words:
majoring.adverbs.twitchy
Start time:
9:30 am

Please park considerately in the village and meet by the pond. Please car share where possible.

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