Chiltern Hills AONB — Attraction in West Wycombe

Absolutely beautiful walk along the Thames here from Hurley village car park. The car park is free, but don't leave it too late as it gets quite busy. It's worth mentioning at this point that, as we came out without water, we visited the little shop in the village to buy a bottle. We were very pleasantly surprised that they are not a profiteering little local as some are. This place is run by some very lovely ladies, selling a good range of groceries for the size of the shop, at a fair price. Example, our 500ml bottle of no name water was 80pence. They are very helpful too. We chose to go left at the river this time, having done the other direction just before the first lockdown, also very nice. The river bank was quite busy, not so much that we felt uncomfortable, and everyone was enjoying the Bank Holiday sun in their own way. There were quite a few paddle boarders and kayaker, along with boaters, some going a bit faster than, perhaps, they should. We walked for about an hour, past a mobile home site on our left, through sheep fields, and finally to the rear of some lovely Riverside houses and bungalows. The owners were very friendly in the main and were either enjoying the weather or tending the garden. We only turned back because lunch at home was calling, but I think you can continue for a lot further. If you go this way, do yourself a favour and look out for the house on the opposite bank which used to be a Benedictine priory. It is stunning. Back to the shop for a couple of bottles of tonic water to go with lunch, gin and lemon included...

Just a beautiful part of England you need to come to this area for yourself and see it.

If you love hiking or just out for a afternoon weekend walk take time and walk down the ancient foot paths that criss-cross the area you never know what you'll find, maybe a church maybe a pub 🍻 😉

Rolling hills,woodland walks,picturesque cottages,narrow lanes,ancient footpaths across the countryside,old farm buildings and barnes, partridges/pheasant in the fields,Kites (birds of prey) soaring on the thermals,wild Deer grazing in the fields,just an amazing amount of wildlife,lovely old churches,quaint pubs,wonderful old villages where it would seem that time has stood still for a hundred years.

( I was lucky to see some hares running around a field)

So much to see & so much to do,to much to list here.

So if you live in London this is on your doorstep, time to get your boots on and go check it out.

So Get out and explore England take Google maps with you & explore the countryside you never know what you may find!

My Tip - (Don't forget to download the offline maps for the area that you are visiting just in case you have no phone service!) 😉

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The Chilterns National Landscape is a captivating region of rolling chalk hills, ancient woodlands, and charming villages, offering a quintessential English countryside experience. Spanning 324 square miles across four counties—Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Bedfordshire—it provides easy access from London and Oxford, making it ideal for short breaks and outdoor adventures .

Visitors can explore scenic walking trails, such as those at Coombe Hill and Watlington Hill, which offer panoramic views and opportunities for wildlife spotting, including red kites and green woodpeckers . The landscape is rich in history, with sites like the Iron Age fort at Pulpit Hill and the historic manor at Chenies, visited by Henry VIII and Elizabeth I .

However, the Chilterns faces challenges, including a recent decision to cancel a boundary review aimed at extending its protected status . Despite this setback, the Chilterns remains a cherished destination for nature enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking tranquility close to...