Chiltern Heritage Trail

A 51-mile long-distance walk in Buckinghamshire exploring the Chiltern District, visiting several towns, villages, and scenic countryside across this beautiful part of England. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.

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Statistics and Files

Start: Chesham Town Centre
Grid Ref: SP 960 015
Distance: 51 miles (82 km)
Climbing: 1,090 metres
Time: 20–30 hours
Duration: 2–5 days
GPX Route File Google Earth File About the Chiltern Hills (Wikipedia)

Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps (1:25,000):
172 Chiltern Hills East, High Wycombe, Maidenhead and Rickmansworth
181 Chiltern Hills North, Aylesbury, Berkhamsted and Chesham

Summary

The Chiltern Heritage Trail offers walking and cycling options. The walking trail links the towns and parishes of the Chiltern District, passing through scenic countryside and picturesque villages including Jordans, Chalfont St Giles, and The Lee. Popular visitor attractions along the route include the Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chenies Manor House, and John Milton’s Cottage. It partially coincides with the South Bucks Way and meets the Chiltern Way at Chalfont St Giles. (Source: LDWA)

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