Activities at White Horse Hill

White Horse Hill to Ashdown walk

Enjoy a walk across the ancient chalk downs of Oxfordshire and absorb the history found along this enigmatic stretch of the ancient Ridgeway, passing by the White Horse, Dragon Hill and Ashdown.

• Challenging
• 4 hours
• 7.7 miles (12.35km)

Things to see and do at White Horse Hill

Climb to the highest point in Oxfordshire and marvel at views stretching out over six counties.

Did Saint George slay the dragon on Dragon Hill?

One of our most famous stories in England is around Saint George slaying his dragon with a sword. There are lots of locations that are rumoured in myths and legends as the site where the almighty slaying took place, and our Dragon Hill, sat in the shadow of White Horse Hill and above the Manger is one of them.

Autumn walking at White Horse Hill

Lots of new things to see and do at White Horse Hill this Autumn. Self-led and organised walks, picnic spots, wildlife and wild flowers across the countryside and ideas for family fun.

Visiting White Horse Hill with your family

We have lots of space for kite flying, hill rolling and daisy chain making so plan a family visit and see how many things you can cross off your 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾ list.

Dogs at White Horse Hill

White Horse Hill's a great place to walk with your dog and we welcome responsible dog owners.