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Marlow, Hambledon Weir & Pullingshill Wood loop — Chiltern Hills

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Marlow, Hambledon Weir & Pullingshill Wood loop — Chiltern Hills

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Marlow, Hambledon Weir & Pullingshill Wood loop — Chiltern Hills

05:05

19.3km

160m

Hiking

This difficult 12.0-mile (19.3 km) hike through the Chiltern Hills will take you about 5 hours and 5 minutes to complete, climbing 537 feet (164 metres) along the way. You'll find yourself walking along the River Thames, enjoying picturesque views around Hambleden Lock and Weir, a historic site mentioned by…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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539 m

Meadow by the River Thames

Highlight • Viewpoint

Serene meadow situated next to the River Thames. A great spot to pull up a picnic blanket and enjoy the views.

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3.37 km

Hurley Riverside Picnic and Swimming Spot

Highlight • River

Summer season can be crowded, get in early, enjoy a good picnic and have a refreshing swim in the river 🏊‍♀️

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7.76 km

View of Culham Court and White Deer

Highlight • Historical Site

Culham Court is a picturesque country estate located on the banks of the River Thames in Berkshire.

The historic Grade II listed house is set within beautiful grounds that feature …

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9.85 km

Hambleden Lock and Weir

Highlight • Monument

Hambledon Lock is a historic lock situated on the River Thames that features a long weir. The lock has seen various renovations, and even featured in Charles Dickens' short ghost story.

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11.9 km

Hambleden Village and Countryside

Highlight • Settlement

Hambleden village is a lovely place to stop for lunch or afternoon tea. You can drop by for a pint at the Stag and Huntsman or visit the historic St Mary's Church.

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16.2 km

Pullingshill Wood WWI Training Trenches

Highlight • Forest

Pullingshill Wood is a picturesque beech woodland which is home to the rare ghost orchid. Interestingly, the site was used to train troops before WWI and you can still observe the ditches and trenches used for such purposes.

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19.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.46 km

5.79 km

2.75 km

2.03 km

1.21 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.11 km

5.80 km

3.57 km

1.04 km

429 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Sunday 12 July

27°C

14°C

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Marlow, Hambledon Weir & Pullingshill Wood loop — Chiltern Hills

Meadow by the River Thames

Hurley Riverside Picnic and Swimming Spot

View of Culham Court and White Deer

Hambleden Lock and Weir

Hambleden Village and Countryside

Pullingshill Wood WWI Training Trenches

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