41 Coombe Hill to Monks Risborough

Wind the Clock series of brisk walks.

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7.9miles 41 Coombe Hill to Monks Risborough loop. Brisk8

Saturday, 10 Oct⋅09:15 – 13:00

Wind the clock series. Walk 41

Walk difficulty/pace: Grade 8.  12.7Km  Total ascent 328M

Starting location.

Coombe Hill National Trust Carpark HP17 0UR 

Free car park at the top of Lodge Hill

Nat Grid SP851062

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Open Loc/Plus code 9C3XP6XJ+7VM

Google Maps link:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/W3GdhudHFouUng9H9

Description

There will be a steep descent early on in the walk.

A lovely Autumn walk with wonderful Chiltern Hill views from Coombe Hill, around Chequers, Beacon Hill and Chequers Knapp (believed to be a natural chalk knoll rather than a prehistoric burial mound). We continue past Great Kimble, crossing Askett to visit St. Dunstan’s Church in Monks Risborough, being the oldest recorded parish in England and the 16th Century dovecote. We return via the pretty village of Whiteleaf, around the foot of Pulpit Hill and take our optional refreshment yet again at Buckmoorend outdoor kitchen for drinks and hot food sourced from the farm with other local produce available. Please note there is only a rudimentary portaloo.

Prepare

Dress appropriately for the weather, there could be mud so if it has been wet good boots are essential, and in any case, good grip to the soles of your footwear. Walking poles recommended for those who use them especially with the steep descent early on as the chalky escarpment can be very slippery if damp. Dress according to the weather, layers recommended and small rucksack for carrying. 

Dogs

Well behaved dogs are welcome and will need to be on a lead in some locations.

We pass through fields which have potential for sheep, cows or horses.

Booking

Booking not required for this walk.

Walk Leader

Alan Cooper (male)

Mobile 07550002345

Map

Grading guide:

Guide: 1-2=easy; 3-4=leisurely; 5-6=moderate; 7-8=brisk/hilly moderate; 9-10=strenuous.

(1=leisurely, wheelchair friendly, 10=such steep or slippery inclines it is only just possible to get traction and the walk will be very strenuous. Most walks will be in the 5-8 range.)

Always check calendar and refresh just before travelling to a walk in case of cancellation.

Walks start promptly so be sure to arrive in time to get your boots on.

All walks are joined at the risk of the participants and participants are responsible for their own actions and those of their dogs. 

Please behave kindly and responsibly, being especially careful along roads and while crossing roads.