Bradenham countryside trail
This is a 2-mile walk taking you around the pretty village of Bradenham where the young Benjamin Disraeli spent much of his childhood. Two gentle uphill climbs are rewarded by beautiful views across the local countryside, and towards West Wycombe and Bledlow Ridge. Explore a classical Chiltern blend of hills topped with beech woodlands, gentle rolling valleys and farmland along the route.
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Chilterns CountrysideStart point
National Trust Bradenham village car park. Grid reference: SU827969Trail information
*Soft footpaths and two gentle climbs. Paths can become muddy after rain. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**The trail has a number of gates. Paths can be slippery after rain. For further details, please see section marked Access.
***Dogs are welcome, but must be kept under strict control due to livestock. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.
Footpath signs
Note that there are orange National Trust footpath signs that help to mark this route at various key points along the walk.
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Chilterns Countryside, c/o Hughenden estate, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 4LA
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