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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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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

Overview

The circular walk along public and permissve footpaths will pass the Temple, Chapel, Milford and Dunsmere lakes.  There will also be a distant view of Highclere Castle.

Tuesday, 15 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
30m / 98ft
Type:
circular

There will be a few muddy and slippery areas.  Many of the paths have stretches of leaf and or grass covered areas hiding tree roots and other trip hazards.

Please bring food and drink for a mid morning snack.

There is no limit on the number of walkers, but please book online using the link, by 6pm Monday, 14 July.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 45917 60493
Nearest postcode:
RG20 9LA
what3words:
exploring.rejoiced.faces
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet by the exit on the North Eastern edge of Highclere Park. Park nearby on the roadside grass. Please note there is overhanging foliage above the grass in many parts. Please car share if 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