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Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway – Cock Marsh Nature Reserve loop from Bourne End

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Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway – Cock Marsh Nature Reserve loop from Bourne End

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Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway – Cock Marsh Nature Reserve loop from Bourne End

01:41

6.59km

20m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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1.69 km

Bourne End Railway Bridge

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Bourne End Railway Bridge was originally a wooden bridge designed by Brunel in the 1850's. The narrow spans used were unpopular with the river traffic, so it was re-designed and made in steel in 1895. A footbridge was added in 1992 replacing a ferry that crossed a little further upstream.
It's a useful crossing point allowing access for runners to the National Trust managed Cookham Common on the west bank. The Thames Path long distance trail also crosses the bridge on its journey from Wiltshire to London.

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1.73 km

Thames Path: Cookham to Bourne End

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The Thames Path is a long-distance National Trail that runs from the source of the Thames in the Cotswolds to Woolwich in London. It's 185 miles (298 km) long if you fancy running the whole thing.
This section of wonderfully flat running on an easy trail follows the Thames from Cookham in the south to Bourne End railway and pedestrian bridge. The Thames Path crosses here and continues on the north bank if you are running further.
National Trust properties Cock Marsh and the Cookham Commons lie to the
west, with areas of higher land in this mostly flat landscape. It's great for running and rich in wildlife.

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3.15 km

Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway

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The wetland meadows of Cock Marsh are very important for rare plant species, breeding waders and overwintering birds. Part of the site is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The steep chalk grassland swiftly changing into marshy, acid meadows has created an ecosystem of rare and interesting species. As part of the historic channel of the Thames, the ponds here support specialist plants like water violet, marsh arrowgrass, marsh stitchwort, marsh pennywort and water hemlock. The rare sedge Cyperus fuscus (brown galingale) is found here and in only a handful of other sites in Great Britain. It relies on cattle to tread or poach the ground on the pond edges to create the perfect habitat to grow. The cattle here work hard to help to maintain a rich botanical diversity of grassland habitat.
nationaltrust.org.uk/maidenhead-and-cookham-commons/trails/cookham-and-cock-marsh-walk

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3.25 km

Cock Marsh Nature Reserve

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Cock Marsh is a nature reserve situated alongside the River Thames. It features plenty of green space, rolling hills, and a large network of footpaths and is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll.

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4.59 km

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4.95 km

The Bounty

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The Bounty pub is nestled alongside the River Thames near Cookham and is quite a popular destination amongst walkers. The pub boasts a cosy and inviting interior, with traditional décor and a warm atmosphere, as well as stunning views across the river. Grab yourselves a pint or a delicious meal and soak up the riverside ambience.

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6.59 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.87 km

1.34 km

555 m

443 m

254 m

110 m

Surfaces

1.52 km

1.28 km

1.27 km

1.19 km

692 m

443 m

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Sunday 17 May

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Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway – Cock Marsh Nature Reserve loop from Bourne End

Bourne End Railway Bridge

Thames Path: Cookham to Bourne End

Cock Marsh Wetland Walkway

Cock Marsh Nature Reserve

The Bounty

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