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Scutchamer Knob is an ancient Iron Age burial mound and historic landmark on the Ridgeway. Along my King Alfred’s Way bikepacking route, it was a memorable spot to pause before the final stretch to Reading. 📜 Once a Saxon meeting place, this hilltop offers panoramic views of the surrounding Berkshire downs—a perfect blend of history and landscape. 🚴‍♂️ A short climb rewards you with quiet reflection and wide-open skies.

A perfect pause near the end of my King Alfred’s Way ride to Reading, this spot offers sweeping Berkshire views and a peek into England’s deep past. The Ridgeway here follows ancient trade routes, with nearby Iron Age earthworks and medieval terraces. Local legends whisper of ghostly travelers and strange lights in nearby woods — adding a bit of mystery to the stunning scenery. 🚴‍♂️ Easy access for cyclists. Take a moment to soak in the views and the stories before your final miles.

Disused railway line, perfectly flat and straight.

Lowbury Hill is an elevated hilltop located in south Oxfordshire. The area is absolutely steeped in history, being the location of a prehistoric Ridgeway, a Roman Temple, a Saxon Battle, 'Lowbury Man' and a medieval rabbit warren! The hill is the highest in the Berkshire Downs, providing excellent panoramic views across seven counties.

Standing on a hill overlooking the village of Blewbury with Blewburton Hill in the distance is these remains of an old chalk pit. It's a great area for a walk in nature, where you can enjoy far-reaching views of the North Wessex Downs.

Blewbury is a gorgeous little village located at the foothills of the Berkshire Downs. The village is surrounded by farmland and overlooked by an iron-age hillfort. It's nearby to many beautiful walks, including the Ridgeway, Britain's oldest road!

Here you will trail a section of the famous Ridegway, which is thought to be one of Britain's oldest roads! You'll be traversing along the exact route that has been used since prehistoric times by travellers, herdsmen and soldiers - a real fascinating piece of history!

Nice hidden footpath to avoid the QUEENSWAY RD