Sprint Segment – Watermead Lake loop from Aylesbury Vale Parkway

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Sprint Segment – Watermead Lake loop from Aylesbury Vale Parkway

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Sprint Segment – Watermead Lake loop from Aylesbury Vale Parkway

05:51

22.9km

80m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.78 km

Mandeville Statue at Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Highlight • Monument

Mandeville is the official mascot of the 2012 London Olympics. The mascot was named after the very hospital that is situated here, the Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

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15.4 km

Viewpoint at Oakfield Lake Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Oakfield Lake is a gorgeous semi-urban lake home to many popular water birds. There is a visual guide here which takes you through the different species you may find and in what seasons you can expect to see them.

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18.6 km

Watermead Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

Watermead Lake is a beautiful and peaceful place situated on the northern end of Aylesbury. There are many waterbirds often seen bobbing around the river and a lovely bandstand where the locals picnic.

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21.4 km

River Thame Meadows in Aylesbury

Highlight • River

Nice section of running through the meadows alongside the winding River Thames in Aylesbury. The path is very flat and varies between grass and gravel tracks.

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22.9 km

End point

Train Station

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