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Thatcham

Crookham Common – Greenham Common Control Tower loop from Heads Hill

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United Kingdom
England
South East England
Thatcham

Crookham Common – Greenham Common Control Tower loop from Heads Hill

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5.0

(3)

129

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Crookham Common – Greenham Common Control Tower loop from Heads Hill

01:23

5.44km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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789 m

Crookham Common Gravel Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Traffic free and good views!

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2

1.05 km

Crookham Common

Highlight • Natural

Crookham Common is an area of heathland and woodland located in Hampshire near Newbury. Discover a variety of plant, animal, and bird species as you make your way around a gravel path that loops the common.

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2.49 km

Greenham Common Control Tower

Highlight • Monument

Greenham Common Control Tower is a museum and visitor centre. The control tower has major historical significance, playing an important role in both the Cold War and WW2 era. Visitors …

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4

2.50 km

RAF Abingdon Common Head Control Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Very famous airbase in the UK.
Well worth a visit.

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5

2.50 km

The memorial is located behind the Greenham Common Air Control Tower.

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6

4.13 km

Yellow Route around Greenham and Crookham Commons is straightforward, mostly flat, and accessible for various ages and fitness levels. Be aware of livestock along the way, best to keep pups on a lead.

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5.44 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.43 km

Surfaces

4.32 km

1.10 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 25 July

25°C

16°C

32 %

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