Walks and hikes around Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve offer a captivating glimpse into the natural beauty of South Oxfordshire. This protected area, nestled in the Chiltern Hills, provides a …

Last updated: November 23, 2025

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1. Cowleaze Wood to Christmas Common loop — Chiltern Hills

11.4km

03:16

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Sunken Way Walk and Hollandridge Lane loop from Aston Rowant Nature Reserve — Chiltern Hills

20.6km

05:47

410m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. The Icknield Way – Watlington White Mark loop from Lewknor

16.0km

04:36

360m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of Stokenchurch Gap loop from Lewknor

9.92km

02:50

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Cowleaze Wood Car Park – Icknield Way Trail loop from Lewknor

7.17km

02:01

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes in Aston Rowant Nature Reserve

1. Cowleaze Wood to Christmas Common loop — Chiltern Hills

2. Sunken Way Walk and Hollandridge Lane loop from Aston Rowant Nature Reserve — Chiltern Hills

3. The Icknield Way – Watlington White Mark loop from Lewknor

4. View of Stokenchurch Gap loop from Lewknor

5. Cowleaze Wood Car Park – Icknield Way Trail loop from Lewknor

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