The Wind in the Willows walk

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Overview

The Wind in the Willows walk. This scenic walk takes us down and up Winter Hill, through Quarry Woods and over Cookham Dean Common. Great views over Marlow and the Thames. 900ft elevation.

Thursday, 31 July 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.lvra.org.uk/Webpages/walks.html

WALK LEADER: Sue T Phone: 0780 185 4700 STARTING LOCATION Nearest postcode: SL6 9PD Lat/Long: 51.55807,-0.74500 What3words: ///probably.lifeguard.surviving

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 87100 85101
Nearest postcode:: SL6 9PD
what3words:: probably.lifeguard.surviving

Start time:: 10:30 am

Park around the church in Cookham Dean. Limited parking so share lifts if possible.

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