Thatched cottages, beechwoods, and ridge walks — Aldbury is Chilterns walking at its best.
Aldbury sits tucked beneath the Chiltern escarpment, with a village green, stocks and whipping post, and historic cottages clustered around its medieval church. It’s picture-perfect — but also a serious walking hub, with access to Ashridge Estate, Ivinghoe Beacon, and the Ridgeway National Trail.
From Aldbury, you can head uphill into ancient beechwoods, follow open ridgelines, or explore the deep valleys and chalk grasslands that define the area. Popular routes include the Aldbury and Ashridge Circular, the climb to Ivinghoe Beacon, and walks through the Bridgewater Monument woodlands.
It’s a great base for day walks, slow travel escapes, or longer routes across the Chilterns.
Inns, cottages, and countryside stays near the Chilterns.
Walks beginning from or near Aldbury.
