Barley to Cokenach

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Overview

This is a circular walk from Barley to Cokenach. The route goes southwards to Cokenach via Pinner's Cross and Messop's Grove and returns via the west edge of Newsells Park.

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.3km / 5.8mi
Ascent:: 137.2m / 450ft
Type:: circular

The hill between Barley and Cokenach is part of the drainage divide that separates the north flowing system that leads into The Wash and the south flowing system that drains into the Thames.

There is some mud in places and walking boots are recommended.

Features

No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: TL 39991 38388
Nearest postcode:: SG8 8JN
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet at the west end of Church End in Barley near to the entrance to the Fox and Hounds Pub

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