Happy Valley and The Trenches

Windsor & District Group

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Overview

This walk starts off along the Thames Path and then past Low Grounds Farm and Harleyford. We cross over the A4155 and then ascend up Happy Valley and into Davenport Wood and Marlow Common. The return route is via Bovingdon Green. Bring a drink and snack.

Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

The walk is taken from Rambling for pleasure along the Thames.

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 84825 86199
Nearest postcode:: SL7 2AQ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet in Pound Lane car park, Marlow. It’s a pay and display car park, up to 3hrs is £2.20, parking is via card or Ringo.

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