Stones and Ditches
A walk along the Oxfordshire Way with views over the Evenlode then joining Shakespeare's Way with views of the house at Ditchley Park. A return via Grim's Ditch to Charlbury where reasonable lunches can be pre-ordered at The Bell.
The Evenlode is a very scenic valley giving wide views. Stonesfield was formerly the source of Cotswold stone roofing tiles which were mined around the village. Ditchley Park is a fine country house in a wooded estate which is now used for high level conferences but formerly owned by Sir Henry Lee a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I. The Iron Age monument Grim's Ditch on the Ditchley Park Estate survives well as a visible earthwork for almost its entire length.
Book your place
Bookings for this walk open 21 days before it takes place.
This walk is organised by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens, the voluntary arm of the Cotswolds Conservation Board. These walks offer an interesting and often entertaining way of exploring our wonderful Cotswold countryside and landscape. All walks by the Voluntary Wardens are FREE OF CHARGE however donations are welcome and help us to take care of the countryside.
PLEASE: always remember to wear appropriate footwear because some walks may be steep and muddy in places. Dogs are not allowed on walks, except guide dogs and hearing dogs. It is advisable to check the website or call the Cotswolds Conservation Board (07841 663607) beforehand for details of any changes, particularly during bad weather.
| Difficulty: Moderate |
| Date: Wed November 28, 2018 |
| Time: 10:00 AM |
| Duration: 4 hours |
| Distance: 8 miles |
| OS Grid Ref: SP357194 |
| Map Ref: H4 |
| Starting Point: The Bell Charlbury OX7 3PP |
| Stile Free: No |
| Leader: Tony Merry & Harriet Baldwin |
| Organiser: Cotswold Voluntary Wardens |