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Great Shefford loop — North Wessex Downs

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Great Shefford loop — North Wessex Downs

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Great Shefford loop — North Wessex Downs

02:09

7.88km

120m

Hiking

Embark on the Great Shefford loop for a moderate hike through the quintessential English countryside. This 4.9-mile (7.9 km) route, with 381 feet (116 metres) of elevation gain, typically takes around 2 hours and 8 minutes to complete. You will traverse rolling chalk landscapes, undulating fields, and peaceful woodlands, often…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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North Wessex Downs AONB

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49 m

St. Mary’s Church, Great Shefford

Highlight • Religious Site

Great Shefford is a tiny hamlet in the heart of the Berkshire countryside. The village features a beautiful church with parts dating back to 1200AD, a local pub, The Great …

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1.83 km

Poppy Field in North Wessex Downs

Highlight • Natural

During the spring and summer months, you can enjoy a wonderful display of blooming poppies here.

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3.65 km

Stone Bridge Over the River Lambourn

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is such a stunning spot where along the River Lambourne filled with vibrant green vegetation, ducks and birds, and a river crossing where you can enjoy beautiful scenes up …

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7.88 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.40 km

1.04 km

992 m

672 m

359 m

357 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.52 km

1.24 km

1.04 km

705 m

213 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

30°C

16°C

12 %

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Great Shefford loop — North Wessex Downs

St. Mary’s Church, Great Shefford

Poppy Field in North Wessex Downs

Stone Bridge Over the River Lambourn

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