Walks by Water in Berkshire

Walks by Water in Berkshire

1. Walking at Simon’s Wood, Finchampstead

   The walk at Simon’s Wood is predominately a woodland walk through a fantastic woodland, however it has a pond in the middle of it and makes a lovely family walk with an opportunity to feed the ducks.

2. Walking at Aldermaston Wharf, Aldermaston

   The canal walk at Aldermaston Wharf is brilliant along the Kennet and Avon Canal. You can see the boats coming through the lock, the electric car bridge in operation and there is also a highly recommended tea room.

3. Walking from Baths Island to Windsor Bridge, Windsor

   This is a River Thames, riverside walk in Windsor, which gives you the opportunity to extend the walk into Windsor and / or Eton. The walk also has fantastic views of the Windsor Castle.

4. A walk at Shepherd Meadows and River Blackwater, Sandhurst

   This walk along the River Blackwater is a walk through fields as you follow the river. There are bridges to cross and a chance to see some cows.

5. Walking at Englemere Pond Nature Reserve, Ascot

   Englemere Pond is a large size pond found at the Nature Reserve. There is a circular walk around the pond and through woodland.
   

6. Walking at South Hill Park, Bracknell

   There are several walking routes you can do at South Hill Park plus their outdoor nature trail. There are two lakes which you can walk around – the North Lake and South Lake.

7. Walking at Popes Meadow, Binfield

   Popes Meadow is a gentle walk which also has a play area and duck pond.

8. Walking at Dinton Pastures Country Park, Wokingham

   Dinton Pastures is made up of a series of lakes and is a wonderful place to walk with the family. There is also a fantastic play park at the country park.

9. Walking at Boulter’s Lock and Ray Mill Island, Maidenhead

   Boulter’s Lock and Ray Mill Island are perfect for a gentle stroll with the kids but there is lots to see including animals, boats, a water fountain and sculptures plus there is a sweet park, the lock and Boulters Weir.

10. Walking at Buckler’s Forest, Crowthorne

    The Buckler’s Forest site is made up of 100 acres and there are a number of walking routes to take, it’s based on the former Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) site and on your walk you may see some existing features of the research site including the fire tower. Whilst you walk around the site you will come across a series ponds with viewing platforms.

11. Savernake Park, Winkfield, Bracknell Forest

    The walk at Savernake Park is around a balancing pond. It isn’t long but great if you want a a stroll with a buggy along flat paths or you are looking for a walk with a park to play in.

12. Walking along The Jubilee River, Slough / Maidenhead

    The Jubilee River runs between Maidenhead and Windsor and is a 7.2 mile man-made flood relief channel. It’s an established waterway packed full of wildlife and makes a lovely flat family friendly walk.

13. A walk around Horseshoe Lake, Sandhurst

    This walk takes you along the River Blackwater and all the way round Horseshoe Lake in Sandhurst. There are designated footpaths around the walk.

14. Walking at Hungerford Wharf, Hungerford

    The walk at Hungerford Wharf is pretty and takes you past Hungerford Lock, a swing bridge and St Lawrence’s Church. It is flat, buggy and dog friendly.

15. A walk at Thames Valley Park, Reading

    Thames Valley Park walk is a flat walk along the Thames Path in Reading. The river walk allows you to walk in open fields and see lots of wildlife.

16. A Walk at Dorney Wetlands

    Waking at Dorney Wetlands is a flat walk and good place to see a variety of wildlife including lots of different birds.