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The Ridgeway — Discover ancient history on Britain's oldest trail
6 days
4-7 h/day
147km
1,870m
1,800m
The Ridgeway follows Britain's oldest trail through an idyllic landscape of rolling hills, enchanted woodlands, prehistoric castles, stone circles, sleepy villages, and grasslands filled with some of the rarest wildflowers you'll see.
The ancient route starts from the World Heritage Site of Avebury and travels 87 miles (139 km) to finish on the iconic Ivinghoe Beacon, named after the huge fires that were once lit at the summit for navigation and communication.
The western part of the trail follows an…
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The Ridgeway
139km
1,840m
1,800m
Last updated: May 11, 2026
Activities
20.5km
05:27
200m
220m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
29.7km
07:58
390m
300m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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25.3km
06:39
150m
320m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
24.8km
06:40
340m
260m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
28.4km
07:52
480m
490m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
18.2km
04:58
310m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Collection Stats
Activities
6
Distance
147 km
Duration
39:34 h
Elevation
1,870 m
1,800 m
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