Icknield Way Path

A long distance walk of 112 miles in central and eastern England which links the Ridgeway National Trail with the Peddars Way and the Iceni Way. Each of these trails explore the ancient history of this corner of Britain. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.

Google Maps Open Source Maps

Statistics and Files

Start: Ivinghoe Beacon

Distance: 112 miles (180 km)

Grid Ref: SP959168

Climbing: 1,625 metres

Walk time: 45-55 hours

Days: 6-10

GPX Route File

Google Earth File

About the Icknield Way

Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)

181 Chiltern Hills North, Aylesbury, Berkhamstead and Chesham
192 Buckingham and Milton Keynes
193 Luton and Stevenage
194 Hertford and Bishop’s Stortford
195 Braintree and Saffron Walden
209 Cambridge, Royston, Duxford and Linton
210 Newmarket and Haverhill
226 Ely, Newmarket, Mildenhall and Soham
229 Thetford Forest in the Brecks
230 Diss, Harleston, East Harling and Stanton

Summary: The Icknield Way Path runs from the end of the Ridgeway Path at Ivinghoe Beacon, near Tring, to the start of the Peddar's Way at Knettishall Heath, near Thetford. The route crosses the areas of the Chilterns and Breckland, offers some exquisite panoramic views, passes through a number of charming towns and villages and travels along a number of quiet green lanes. The Icknield Way Path Association, who maintain the route have endeavoured to find the most suitable and pleasant routes for walking while keeping as close as possible to the general line of the ancient Icknield Way.

Useful Links:
The Icknield Way Path: A Walkers' Guide
Icknield Way Path
Long Distance Walkers Association

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