Walk the Aylesbury Ring

Long Distance Trail · Buckinghamshire

Aylesbury Ring

A circular walk never more than five miles from the centre of Aylesbury, taking in the remoter corners of the Vale and views of the Chiltern Hills.

31Miles
50Km
428 mAscent

Walking the Aylesbury Ring is a circular long-distance walk of about 31 miles (50 km) around the market town of Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. Originally created by the Aylesbury and District group of the Ramblers, the route is never more than five miles from the centre of Aylesbury, encompassing some of the remoter areas of the Vale and passing through Great Kimble, Dinton, Waddesdon, Hardwick, Rowsham, Hulcott and Aston Clinton. Much of the western route is coincident with the North Bucks Way.

The trail passes through a variety of landscapes, including countryside, woods and quaint villages, and offers walkers views of the Chiltern Hills. It is usually walked over two to three days, with walkers covering between 10 and 15 miles (16-24 km) per day. The trail is well marked and offers a range of accommodation options, including campsites, bed and breakfasts and hotels.

Closures: the LDWA notes that construction of HS2 has affected rights of way between Waddesdon and the railway line north-west of Aylesbury, with closures that were scheduled to run until May 2026. Check the Buckinghamshire Council register of HS2 closures and diversions before you walk.

Aylesbury Ring at a Glance

  • Start and finishWendover, Buckinghamshire (SP869078), circular
  • Length50 km / 31 miles
  • Typical duration2-3 days
  • Total ascent428 m (LDWA profile, covering 49.7 km)
  • Highest point146 m
  • Openedtbc
  • WaymarkAylesbury duck on named white disc
  • LDWA attributesEasy, Heritage
  • OS Landranger165
  • OS Explorer181
  • LeafletAylesbury Ring (Buckinghamshire Council, 2011)
  • User groupAylesbury & District Ramblers
  • Connects withRidgeway National Trail, Outer Aylesbury Ring, North Bucks Way, South Bucks Way, Swan’s Way, Midshires Way, Thame Valley Walk, Grand Union Canal (Aylesbury and Wendover Arms), Chiltern Link

Walks

Walks on the Aylesbury Ring

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Map of the Aylesbury Ring
Route map

Aylesbury Ring Interactive Map

Route map for Aylesbury Ring: Full Route by Harriet Lampey on plotaroute.com

Highlights of the Aylesbury Ring

  • Coombe Hill: A steep hill that offers panoramic views of the Chiltern Hills and Aylesbury Vale.
  • Chequers: The official country residence of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, which is visible from some parts of the trail.
  • Wendover Woods: A beautiful forest that is home to a variety of wildlife and offers scenic walking trails.
  • Quaint villages: The trail passes through a number of charming villages, including Haddenham, Stoke Mandeville and Aston Clinton, each with their own unique character and history.
  • Aylesbury Vale: The trail passes through the countryside of the Aylesbury Vale, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including red kites and roe deer.
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