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    Hikes/United Kingdom/England/Chiltern Hills
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    Hard
    Elevation
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    463 m
    Distance
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    20.0 km
    Duration
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    5-7h
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    8.0 (1 reviews)
    Intermediate (Square)
    Suitable for intermediates who are ready for a little bit more adventure.
    Physical DIFF
    Intermediate (Square)
    Suitable for intermediates who are ready for a little bit more adventure.
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    Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover

    Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover
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    Take on a section of The Ridgeway, claimed to be Britain’s oldest road. Over the last 5,000 years, several footprints have been imprinted in the pathway’s historic soil, making completing this trip a token bucket list item! This route guide details a section of the ancient trackway—the 20.0 km stretch from Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover. This is a one-way walk, so be sure to prepare transportation as a means to get back to your vehicle.

    Route Description for Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover

    Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover grants you a chance to walk a section of The Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road. Just think about the collection of footprints stamped into this ancient trackway that has been around for around 5,000 years. Starting from Ivinghoe, you’ll follow the well-signed paths towards Wendover, passing through the countryside and woodland en route. Remember to prepare transportation for when you arrive in Wendover, as this is a one-way route.

    Getting to the Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover Trailhead

    To get to the start of the Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover, head to Ivinghoe and follow the B489, and your destination will be on your right, directly across from the turn-off for Chapel Lane.

    Route Information

    • When to do:

      Year-round

    • Backcountry Campsites:

      No

    • Pets allowed:

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly:

      No

    • Route Signage:

      Average

    • Crowd Levels:

      Moderate

    • Route Type:

      One Way

    Ridgeway Path: Ivinghoe Beacon to Wendover Elevation Graph

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