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Spring Walks in Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire

The Vale of White Horse offers a variety of activities including walking, cycling, horse riding and boating on the River Thames.  For the more adventurous there are a number of unforgettable walks through tranquil countryside including:

The Ridgeway National Trail: This is Britain's oldest road and covers a total distance of 87 miles (139 km)  from Overton Hill to Ivinghoe Beacon.  This is a long distance trail from Overton Hill to Ivinghoe Beacon which follows the ancient chalk ridge used by pre-historic man.  The Vale of White Horse section of the Ridgeway is steeped in history with Iron Age forts and Bronze Age burial chambers. 

D'Arcy Dalton Way: From Wormleighton near Banbury to Wayland's Smithy with a total distance of 66 miles, this walk connects the Oxford Canal, the Oxfordshire Way, the Thames Path and the Ridgeway with the North Wesses Downs.    

Thames Path: This is a long distance trail which follows England's best known river from its source to the sea.  The Thames flows around the Vale border from Lechlade to Culham. 

Why not combine a walk around White Horse Hill with a visit to the Vale and Down Museum in Wantage followed by tea in Madisons Tea Rooms?  Those less able will be able to explore using the many access-friendly routes across the Vale and at places of interest.

For information about Oxfordshire County Council's paths for all initiatives visit the Oxfordshire County Council's website.

The Vale of White Horse District Council provide town parks in Abingdon and Wantage. As well as seasonal flower displays these parks provide recreational activities that range from tennis to crazy golf.

For more information visit the Vale's parks page.

Details of activities for 4 - 14 year olds, including day camps and half  term activities visit http://www.supercamps.co.uk/index.asp