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Clipper Down and Steps Hill Walk
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Explore woodland, open fields, and meadows on the scenic Clipper Down and Steps Hill Walk, which immerses you in the stunning scenery flanking the Ashridge Estate. The 5.7mi distance may pose some difficulties for wee ones, so it’s up to your discretion whether you can turn this relaxing walk with a gentle elevation gain into a family-friendly adventure.
Route Description for Clipper Down and Steps Hill Walk
Meander through open fields, woodland, and meadows on the Clipper Down and Steps Hill walk, where wildflowers also blanket the land in abundance during the spring! The gentle elevation gain of 968ft stretching across 5.7mi makes this a fun walk for families with children who can handle the distance. Plus, Ashridge Estate is a beautiful area of the Chilterns, so it never hurts to get outside and explore it! Setting out from your car, you’ll walk past the Bridgewater Monument, following the path as it veers right. Eventually, the path will head left, leaving the trees and heading into an open field. Once in the open area, turn right and continue along until you reach a Y-intersection. Here, you’ll go left onto Duncombe Ter., kickstarting the circuit portion of this lollipop route. When you reach the same intersection on the way back, go straight to head back to your car, where the walk began.Getting to the Clipper Down and Steps Hill Walk Trailhead
To get to the start of the Clipper Down and Steps Hill walk, head to National Trust - Ashridge Estate near Berkhamsted and park in the National Trust car park.Route Information
When to do:
Year-round
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Lollipop
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