HG - Early Bird walk, from Cowleaze to the North

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Overview

A walk from Cowleaze to the North, via Stokenchurch, taking in the Chilterns north of the M40. Return via the Ridgeway. Early start to enjoy the birds and quiet. Picnic lunch. 1500 ft of ascent. HG Walk Leader Wim K 07765 408168

Saturday, 16 August 2025

Start time:: 7:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:: 457.2m / 1500ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.google.com/maps/place/51.654714,-0.952359

Unless email is specifically requested in the walk description, please use the Walk Leader's telephone number(s) for any queries or bookings.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 72571 95623
Nearest postcode:: OX49 5HX
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Start time:: 7:00 am

Christmas Common, Cowleaze Wood (entrance to car park)

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