Greenham & Crookham Common Nature Reserve

Walk Highlights

Location:

Newbury

Postcode:

RG19 8BP

Parking:

There are several dedicated free car parks providing access to Greenham Common in Berkshire, managed by West Berkshire Council or BBOWT. Main car parks are often located off Bury's Bank Road (Control Tower car park), Crookham Common Road, or near the business park on the western edge. These provide good starting points for various walks and often have information boards. They can get busy at weekends for this popular Berkshire destination.

Distance:

5.70 miles

Time:

2.10 hours

Difficulty:

Moderate

Terrain:

The terrain on Greenham Common in Berkshire is predominantly flat, consisting of old concrete/tarmac runways and perimeter tracks which can be broken and uneven in places, mixed with gravel paths and grassy/heathland tracks. Heathland areas can be boggy after rain. The common is very exposed to the weather. Suitable for most walkers, with main runway sections good for cycling and pushchairs. This Berkshire common has varied surfaces.

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