King's Wood – Houghton House Ruins loop from Maulden

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East Of England

Central Bedfordshire

Maulden

King's Wood – Houghton House Ruins loop from Maulden

Moderate

4.0

(7)

hikers

King's Wood – Houghton House Ruins loop from Maulden

03:01

11.4km

110m

Hiking

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

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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3.69 km

King's Wood

Highlight • Forest

A nice little walk in boots or trainers. Keep to the paths signposted although a slight detour around the cow field - cows and calves - I felt was wise …

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5.19 km

Houghton House Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

The hollowed walls of Houghton House are a ghost of their former elegance. Built in the 17th century for the Dowager Countess of Pembroke, the house reflected Jacobean and Classical …

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6.30 km

View of the Surrounding Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.33 km

Pillbox Near Houghton House

Highlight • Historical Site

About 28,000 pillboxes were built in 1940 as part of Britain's anti invasion preparations.

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6.52 km

View from Greensand Ridge, Ampthill Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Enjoy breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside and a diverse range of flora and fauna at Ampthill Park.

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7.26 km

Ampthill Market Square

Highlight • Cafe

Ampthill is a picturesque, Georgian, small market town - a great place to stop if you're passing through. The town has various cafes and pubs all with lovely food and …

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