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Pangbourne Circular via Mapledurham

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Overview

The walk starts in the pastoral scenery of the Thames at Pangbourne, crosses into Oxfordshire, and heads east along the Thames Valley to the old village of Mapledurham. From here the walk goes up through woods and pastures offering beautiful views to the village of Whitchurch Hill and returns via Whitchurch to Pangbourne. Bring a picnic lunch. Refreshments are available in Pangbourne at the end of the walk.

Saturday, 16 August 2025
Start time:
10:35 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
175.3m / 575ft
Type:
circular

Trains: either (1) Elizabeth Line to Reading (Paddington 9.17 Ealing Broadway 9.26) and change for the 10.24 train to Pangbourne or (2) 9.38 GWR train from Paddington direct to Pangbourne.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 63283 76653
Nearest postcode:
RG8 7DY
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Start time:
10:35 am

Meet outside Pangbourne station (exit from platform 2)

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