United Kingdom
England
South East England
Buckinghamshire
Aylesbury Vale
Whaddon
Whaddon Village and Countryside
United Kingdom
England
South East England
Buckinghamshire
Aylesbury Vale
Whaddon
Whaddon Village and Countryside
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 14 hikers
Whaddon is a small village just outside Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. It is at the heart of the ancient Whaddon Chase, a former royal hunting ground, now a designated area of Special Landscape Interest.
The village has an interesting history. Nearby are the earthworks of a former Benedictine priory, Snelshall Priory. Whaddon Hall served as Section VIII of the MI6 during the Second World War, a branch of Bletchley Park’s operations.
There are a number of paths and bridleways to explore in the countryside surrounding the village. Afterwards, the New Lowndes Arms is a good place to refuel. Its Sunday roasts have an excellent reputation.
March 2, 2021
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