Chipping Warden is a Northamptonshire village with a rich history. On the River Cherwell, to the east, are the remains of a Roman villa, while just to the south of the village is an Iron Age hillfort, Arbury Banks.

The village sits on the Jurassic Way long-distance trail. Walkers in need of a pitstop will be delighted that there are two pubs: the Griffin and the Rose and Crown.

Sasha Taylor

April 19, 2019

Hiking

The Name

The story of a village starts with its name. Chipping Warden is the village with a market and a hill from which a watch may be kept. In …

David Bavin-Hobbs

September 8, 2022

Cycling

Chipping Warden is a typically pretty village for the area. Smaller than some of its more famous neighbours but no less picturesque. A good spot to rest and seek refreshment.

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1. St James' Church – Cropredy Wharf loop from Cropredy

13.8km

03:34

80m

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

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2. St James' Church loop from Aston le Walls

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01:04

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. St James' Church – Cropredy Wharf loop from Cropredy

11.1km

02:53

70m

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

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Elevation 130 m

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Friday 13 March

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Location: Chipping Warden and Edgcote, South Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Chipping Warden Parish Church and Market Cross

1. St James' Church – Cropredy Wharf loop from Cropredy

2. St James' Church loop from Aston le Walls

3. St James' Church – Cropredy Wharf loop from Cropredy

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