Oxfordshire Walks

Wittenham Clumps Walks & Route Maps

Wittenham Clumps walk, Oxfordshire
Wittenham Clumps · Photo: Andrew Smith

These walks explore the iconic Wittenham Clumps, two distinctive chalk hills that rise above the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside.

Expect a short but rewarding climb to the summit, with far-reaching views in every direction and plenty of fresh air along the way.

Whether you choose the shorter hill circuit or the extended route down to Little Wittenham Woods and Days Lock on the River Thames, these walks offer a classic local outing combining woodland, riverside scenery, and one of the county’s most recognisable viewpoints.

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Walk information

Wittenham Clumps Walk 1

Walk distance
¾ miles
Time
30 mins
Route type
Circular

This is a short, but lovely, walk around the much-loved chalk hills of Wittenham Clumps.

There is a bit of climbing involved of course, but it's worth it for the lovely views.

Wittenham Clumps Walk 1 5.0 Ratings and reviews 1 rating · 1 review

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Community feedback

Overall rating5.0

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly5.0 / 5
Path condition5.0 / 5
Buggy friendly3.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly3.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.0 / 5
Pub or café1.0 / 5
Route accuracy4.0 / 5
ClimbingSome climbing
LivestockLivestock likely
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelDry underfoot

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Walker review

The path through the wooded part on Castle Hill is closed for public safety and looks like it has been for sometime, so the route cannot be followed as drawn. It needs to detour around the edge of the wooded area

Walk information

Wittenham Clumps Walk 2

Walk distance
2 miles
Time
1 hour
Route type
Circular

This longer route still enjoys the climb to the summit of the Wittenham Clumps, but it also extends further to visit the Little Wittenham Woods as well as the Days Lock on the River Thames.

Wittenham Clumps Walk 2 4.5 Ratings and reviews 2 ratings · 1 review

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Community feedback

Overall rating4.5

An outstanding walk

Dog friendly4.0 / 5
Path condition4.5 / 5
Buggy friendly1.0 / 5
Wheelchair friendly1.0 / 5
Toilet facilities1.0 / 5
Pub or café0.5 / 5
Route accuracy4.5 / 5
ClimbingPlenty of climbing
LivestockSome livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelBoots recommended

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Walker review

As with Walk 1, the wooded area on Castle Hill is closed so the route needs to detour round the hill. I’d have extended the far point of the walk just along to Days Lock itself. Car park gets very busy

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Expanded route map for Wittenham Clumps Walk 1, a 0.75 mile circular walk in Oxfordshire