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Hillingdon Group

We are the Hillingdon Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

A scenic walk, featuring WWII history, Naphill & Downley Commons, a world renowned music camp, the NT Hughenden estate and two coffin paths. Also a rewarding walk, with mince pies and mulled wine provided at the end! (Gluten-free & alcohol-free options).

Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
348.4m / 1143ft
Type:
circular

The Bon Ami coffee shop is located beside the car park at the start, and we will return there for a refreshment break about 4.5 miles into the walk. Anyone wishing to end their walk here may do so. We will stop for a picnic lunch at Hughenden Manor, about 6.75 miles into the walk. Toilets and a cafe are available here too. Sections of the walk are quite wet and muddy at this time of year, so waterproof boots are essential. If you have walking poles, you may wish to bring those. Who knows what the weather will bring, so pack for all eventualities please. It is not a stile-free walk but the stiles are infrequent. There are short sections of road walking but no major roads.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 84719 96951
Nearest postcode:
HP14 4SX
what3words:
slope.gasp.shift
Start time:
10:00 am

Naphill Recreation Ground car park (free of charge).

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