If you're craving a dose of fresh air and beautiful scenery, this stunning countryside walk in Hertfordshire is the perfect place to explore.
The Chorleywood Circular takes you through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Chiltern Hills National Landscape.
Described as a 'fantastic' hike with good, varied trails, the route takes you through open fields, over streams and through woodlands.
Here's everything you need to know about the Chorleywood Circular.
The 'fantastic' Hertfordshire walking route
The Chorleywood Circular spans 9km in length, with a 290-metre elevation gain and takes an average of 2.5 to 3 hours to complete.
Rated moderate on AllTrails, the walk is described as a "wonderful and scenic trail that takes in the views of the River Chess and the Chiltern Area."
Explaining what to expect on the route, AllTrails adds, "There are several pubs and refreshment options available in the town, and there are many potential variations for this route, whether shorter or longer.
"Some parts of this walk route are muddy in the winter and after wet weather.
"Thus, it is advisable to wear suitable walking footwear".
On AllTrails, the Chorleywood Circular has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from more than 779 reviews.
Walkers have praised the route for its good conditions and often remark in reviews that it is not crowded, is dog-friendly and offers great views.
One walker said, "A fabulous walk, with outstanding views and very peaceful.
"A convenient pub just over the halfway point as an added bonus".
Another person wrote, "Lovely walk, easy to follow.
"Went through Chorleywood, Chenies & Sarratt.
"Enjoyed seeing Sarratt church. Nice mix of countryside, riverside & woodland".
A third walker shared, "A beautiful route via a picturesque river valley and small parts of forest which have bluebells in April.
"Very charming and not too busy. Great pub stops in Chenies about 3/5 of the way along - I recommend having a drink in the front garden of the Bedford Arms then lunch at the Red Lion (very good Sunday roast!)".
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