View of Barton Hills – Sharpenhoe Clappers Forest loop from Lilley

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View of Barton Hills – Sharpenhoe Clappers Forest loop from Lilley

Hard

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View of Barton Hills – Sharpenhoe Clappers Forest loop from Lilley

06:47

25.4km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

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Chilterns National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

2.38 km

Walk Spring

Forest

6.82 km

View of Barton Hills

Highlight • Summit

This is beautiful countryside, I grew up in this area. I feel that a drink at Barton Spring is a must but the steep descent puts some people off.

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7.34 km

Barton Hills National Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This nature reserve is a really stunning part of the world! Beautiful far-reaching views of the countryside from up here, fantastic green, grassy chalk hills, and also gorgeous spots along …

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14.6 km

Sharpenhoe Clappers Forest

Highlight • Viewpoint

Awesome forest trail leading away from Barton Road with some steps. Opens up into fields further south with lots of signs, so easy to navigate around.

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14.8 km

Monument in Chilterns National Landscape

Highlight • Monument

14.9 km

Beech Tree Tunnel in Chilterns National Landscape

Highlight • Natural Monument

Nice scenic spot, great shelter from the sun on a hot day!

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17.7 km

Streatley Village Pond

Lake

21.2 km

From Warden Hill you get fantastic views over Luton. The hill is located within the Galley and Warden Hills Nature Reserve, a chalk downland that supports many varieties of wild flowers and rare insects, including over 20 species of butterflies.

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24.7 km

Lilley Park

Forest

25.1 km

St Peter's Church, Lilley

Highlight • Historical Site

St Peter's Church is situated among pleasant countryside on the outskirts of Lilley. The church was built in the 12th century. However, it was rebuilt in 1871 and only a …

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25.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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