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Berkshire Walkers Group

A 20s and 30s Ramblers group.

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Overview

This 7.5 mile walk from Marlow includes fine views across the Chilterns, an unusual pub, and the Thames Path. 

Advance booking is not required, but if you plan on attending this walk, please indicate this on Meetup if you can (see Website link), so others can see that there will be plenty of people going.

Pace: medium.

Saturday, 7 March 2026
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
101.2m / 332ft
Type:
circular

Walk details

From Marlow station, we will walk through the town centre and across the historic suspension bridge. There will be a sharp but fairly short climb away from Marlow through Quarry Wood, before we reach Winter Hill and enjoy fine views across the Chilterns. 

We’ll have lunch near the River Thames on Cock Marsh (an area which is not only a Site of Special Scientific Interest, but owned by the National Trust) before a pub stop at the unusual Bounty pub, which is only accessible on foot or by boat! 

Next, we return to the north bank of the Thames via the combined rail/footbridge at Bourne End. At this point - around 4 miles into the walk - it is possible to drop out at Bourne End station, and either return to Marlow or to other destinations via Maidenhead. The rest of us will follow a very pleasant stretch of Thames Path for the remaining three miles back into Marlow. There are plenty of options for a drink in Marlow town centre before leaving. 

Travel details

By public transport

Please travel on the 10.34am departure from Maidenhead if coming by train (connecting train leaves Reading at 10.13am). The walk leader intends to travel on this train - if it is delayed, the start of the walk will be as well. 

By car

There is no car park at Marlow station, however parking is available in the surrounding streets. If there is no space, pay-and-display parking is available elsewhere in the town centre - the nearest to the station being in West Street or Pound Lane. 

Dogs

Dogs welcome on this walk, provided they are kept under control at all times and placed on a lead when requested by the walk leader.

Please see our dogs policy on our group website for more details.

Notes

  • Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.
  • It might be muddy – please wear suitable footwear.

Please see our group website for more information: https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 85619 86513
Nearest postcode:
SL7 1AN
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Start time:
11:00 am

Marlow railway station

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