At a glance
Steeple Aston Walk
- Distance
- 4.25 miles
- Estimated time
- 2 hours
- Route type
- Circular
- GPS app guided
- Yes
- Parking
- Free parking at start 51.93239, -1.30847
- Characteristics
- Water, Countryside
Oxfordshire Walks
This walk explores the pretty village of Steeple Aston and the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside, combining village paths with open rural scenery.
You’ll also enjoy peaceful stretches beside the River Cherwell and Oxford Canal, with a welcoming pub in the village if you need a break along the way.
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At a glance
The walk
This is a lovely varied walk in the countryside that you'll find around the pretty village of Steeple Aston.
You'll stroll around the village itself, visiting the quaint local pub if you need refreshments, and then venture out into the countryside to enjoy plenty of fresh air and a delightful stretch of walking alongside the River Cherwell and Oxford Canal.
Based on 3 user ratings
An outstanding walk
Fine with dogs
Generally well maintained
Not suitable for pushchairs
Not wheelchair accessible
No facilities
Take a packed lunch
Spot on
Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Oxfordshire Walks app.
First-hand experiences
Great walk, some very soggy muddy bits near the river, dog loved it!
Comments from walkers who have completed the Steeple Aston walk.
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