Ogbourne St George Walks & Route Maps

This short walk around Ogbourne St George is a gentle way to explore village and countryside without straying too far or tackling too many of the surrounding hills.

It begins near the church before easing out into open fields, where the landscape feels calm and unrushed.

Later, the route joins a peaceful stretch of the Chiseldon and Marlborough Railway Path, adding a level, linear contrast to the surrounding lanes and paths. The final section drifts back through the village, rounding things off neatly.

This second walk option from Ogbourne St George extends the first route option southwards, giving the route a more spacious, unhurried feel.

Pretty open countryside leads you to Ogbourne St Andrew, where a village pub offers a welcome pause before looping back along the accessible Chiseldon and Marlborough Railway Path.

It’s a longer walk that balances easy-going terrain with classic downland scenery, ideal for a relaxed few hours with a pub on the route.

Refreshments:

The Silks, Ogbourne St Andrew

Silks on the Downs, Ogbourne St Andrew

This third walk from Ogbourne St George heads east into quieter countryside before taking on the steep climbs of the Round Hill Downs. The ascent is demanding but brings wide views and a strong sense of space.

Later, the route threads through pockets of woodland, adding shelter and contrast before a long descent back towards the valley. The changing terrain keeps things engaging, with open slopes giving way to softer, enclosed paths.

It’s a properly strenuous route that rewards effort with scenery, finishing with an easy wander back through the village to the start.

This fourth walk from Ogbourne St George is a demanding but deeply rewarding route, taking in some of the finest high ground in the Marlborough Downs.

It first takes you on a long walk along Smeathes Ridge, where big skies and long views set the tone for the day.

Later, the route continues into Barbury Castle Country Park, with plenty of climbing along the way and a café offering a welcome pause.

The return journey is gentler, drifting back across open downland and countryside.

It’s a wonderful, leg-testing route that rewards effort with scenery, space and a real sense of journey.

Refreshments:

The Cafe, Barbury Shooting School

This final epic adventure from Ogbourne St George is our longest route in this area, following the high line of Smeathes Ridge with sweeping views across to Barbury Hill. The walking is open and exposed, with plenty of climbing and a strong sense of space.

Later, the route turns south across the Marlborough Downs, eventually reaching Ogbourne St Andrew, where a village pub offers a welcome pause.

The final leg heads back north to the start through rolling countryside.

It’s a big, leg-testing journey that rewards effort with views, variety and a real feeling of crossing the downs.

Refreshments:

Silk on the Downs, Ogbourne St Andrew