Author: Ben Wright

Lime Tree Circular Walk

Lime Tree Circular Walk

Walk Type Flat Parking Free Off-Lead Areas Yes Toilets Yes Refreshment Stop Yes About Starting at the Cricket pavillion, Lime Tree Circular Walk takes you down to the Thames, for a short walk by the water, before heading up ferry lane and through Cholsey Meadows. 

The Bull Croft

The Bull Croft

The Bull Croft is a large open space in the center of Wallingford, a popular choice for the locals with plenty of space for your pup to run

The Kine Croft

The Kine Croft

Park TypeFree
Dog BinsYes
More Infohttps://www.wallingfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/council-services/parks-and-gardens/

About

The Kine Croft is a beautiful open space in the center of Wallingford, home to annual events such as Bunkfest, the Classic Car Rally and Bonfire Night. A regular spot for local dog walkers, with plenty of dog bins dotted around, lots of space for your pup to run, and a pub just off the green.

Parking

There is local paid parking within walking distance, but the park itself does not have dedicated parking.

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Wallingford Wild Walkies

Wallingford Wild Walkies

Wallingford Wild Walkies is a 2 acre private and secure field, perfect for you and your four legged friend to stretch their legs

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Cotswold Wildlife Park is a little further out but a great day out for all the family, including the dog!

Queenford Lakes

Queenford Lakes

Walk TypeFlat
ParkingFree
Off-Lead AreasNo
ToiletsYes
Refreshment StopYes

About

Queenford Lakes is a nature reserve managed by The Earth Trust. Offering a 2.5 km walk around the lakes and picturesque views over the water. With some of the walk being on grassy areas, it’s a good idea to check the weather and make sure you wear appropriate footwear. You’ll need a pass to walk round the lake, but this can be purchased in The Wandering Kitchen and is refunded when you spend £10 in the café.

Parking

Free parking is available at Queenford Lakes Watersports Centre and is accessible just off Burcot Lane.

Refreshments

The Wandering Kitchen offers dog walkers a range of delicious homemade foods, snacks, and beverages to enjoy before or after their walk around the lake. The café has both indoor and outdoor seating, with tables overlooking the lakes, providing a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The Wandering Kitchen prides itself on using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients to create its menu, which includes a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options. It’s the perfect place to grab a bite to eat or a hot drink after a leisurely dog walk around the lake.

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Castle Meadows

Castle Meadows

Wallingford Castle Meadows, a short walk from Wallingford Center, is a picturesque destination for dog walkers. Visitors can view the remains of Wallingford Castle, built in the 11th century, and learn about its history while enjoying a beautiful stroll.

Thames Loop Wallingford

Thames Loop Wallingford

Thames Loop Wallingford takes you down to each side of the Thames, crossing the the river twice over Wallingford Bridge and Winterbrook Bridge. If you’re local this could mean a walk right from your front door. With Wallingford Town just off route, there’s plenty of refreshments stops available.

Bones Wood

Bones Wood

Walk TypeWoodland
ParkingFree
Off-Lead AreasYes
ToiletsYes
Refreshment StopYes

About

Part of the Chiltern area of outstanding natural beauty, Bones Wood is a large wooded area with many established paths running through it, perfect for dog walkers. A short drive from Wallingford to Binfield Heath and you and your pup will be in for a beautiful woodland walk before finishing up with a coffee and cruffin, or burger at the Bottle & Glass Inn Barn. You’ll find a footpath next to the barn, leading to Bones Wood to the left, and a woodland footpath if you continue ahead.

Parking

You’ll find free parking at The Bottle and Glass Inn. 

Refreshments

The Burger Barn at The Bottle and Glass Inn, a renovated barn with a wood fire in the centre. Serving baked goods, burgers and hotdogs on weekends, and wood fired pizza in the week.

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Nuffield Ridgeway

Nuffield Ridgeway

A beautiful country walk on what is described as Britains oldest road, the Ridgeway. With free parking and delicious dog friendly cafe to stop at for refreshments, what are you waiting for!