Boveney Lock – Windsor Bridge loop from Maidenhead

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Boveney Lock – Windsor Bridge loop from Maidenhead

Hard

4.6

(13)

115

hikers

Boveney Lock – Windsor Bridge loop from Maidenhead

05:31

21.8km

40m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.64 km

Bray Lock

Highlight • River

Bray Lock, a nice lock with a pretty little lock-keepers cottage on the island.

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7.20 km

St Mary Magdalene's Church, Boveney

Highlight • Religious Site

A church has been on the site since before the Norman conquest, but the fabric of the present church dates from the 12th century. Windows and the tower were added …

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7.71 km

Boveney Lock

Highlight • Structure

This is one of the most popular locks on the River Thames and was first built in 1838. It's much-photographed, partly because it's quite picturesque but also because it lies …

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10.5 km

Windsor and Eton Bridge

Highlight • River

This bridge spans the River Thames and connects the towns of Windsor and Eton. From the bridge you can enjoy great views of the castle and surrounding areas. It's a …

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10.6 km

Windsor Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Cote restaurant on Windsor Bridge has a fantastic Thameside location and serves good food, their 2&3 course doesn’t nee menu before 7pm is excellent value.

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11.0 km

Windsor Royal Station & Shopping Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Shopping street

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12.5 km

Younger Bridge Mural, Elizabeth Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Part of the Games Walk, an art trail created for the London 2012 Olympics, the Younger Bridge mural is an extraordinary work of art. Painted under Elizabeth Bridge by artist …

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21.3 km

The Sounding Arch (Maidenhead Railway Bridge)

Highlight • Monument

Maidenhead Railway Bridge, also known as Maidenhead Viaduct and The Sounding Arch, carries the Great Western Main Line (GWML) over the River Thames between Maidenhead and Taplow. Plaque on one …

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21.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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