Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 9, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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644 m

Reading Bridge over the River Thames

Walk a few steps from the busy Vastern Road and you'll pop out onto the river near Reading Bridge. From here you can enjoy a riverside walk in either direction. …

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5.10 km

Sonning Lock

Sonning Lock is a lock and associated weir situated on the River Thames at the village of Sonning near Reading, Berkshire, England. The first lock was built by the Thames …

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5.62 km

Sonning Bridge

This grade II-listed bridge spans the River Thames above Shiplake Lock. Built from red bricks during the 18th century, it's a particularly picturesque bridge and has been much painted and …

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11.4 km

Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Shiplake

Lovely little church that's worth an explore in the town of Shiplake.

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20.4 km

Queen Victoria Statue, Reading

Queen Victoria was very nearly a casualty of World War Two bombing raids on Reading. Look closely at her right hand, she is missing a finger. There is also damage …

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20.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.50 km

6.19 km

5.18 km

1.14 km

830 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.18 km

5.03 km

3.68 km

2.59 km

2.19 km

1.19 km

Elevation

Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Sonning & Shiplake loop from Reading

Reading Bridge over the River Thames

Sonning Lock

Sonning Bridge

Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Shiplake

Queen Victoria Statue, Reading

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