Great Missenden to Amersham Hike | Chiltern Hills | 16 km

Join us for a beautiful hike through the Chiltern Hills, travelling from Great Missenden through peaceful countryside, beech woodland and historic villages before finishing in Old Amersham.
This varied route combines classic English countryside, attractive Chiltern villages and a friendly day out with our hiking community.

🥾 Key information

Route: Great Missenden → Little Missenden → Penn Street → Old Amersham → Amersham
Distance: 16.3 km / 10.1 miles
Difficulty: Moderate – 5/10
Ascent: approx. 385 m
Walking time: approx. 5 hours
Route type: Linear / point-to-point
Meeting point: London Marylebone Station
Meeting time: 9:00 AM
Planned train: 9:27 AM
Hiking fee: £12

💳 RSVP now — no advance payment required

Simply click Going to reserve your place.
There is no advance payment required through Meetup.
The £12 guided hiking fee is payable on the day, either by card or cash.

🚆 Transport

Transport is not included in the £12 hiking fee.
You can arrange your own train tickets or book our group transport option separately through our website:
https://www.hikinginlondon.co.uk/great-missenden-to-amersham-walk.html

👥 Meetup attendee numbers

We also receive bookings through our website and other channels, so the Meetup attendee list does not always represent the total number of people joining the walk.
Many people come to our hikes on their own, especially for their first event, so don't worry about coming alone — you'll be very welcome.

📍 Meeting point

We meet inside London Marylebone Railway Station, on the main concourse by the departure boards.
Meeting time: 9:00 AM
Planned train departure: 9:27 AM
Arrival at Great Missenden: approx. 10:10 AM
Please arrive in good time so the group can travel together.
If you have any difficulty finding us, call or text Maria:
07535 295739

🌳 About the hike

Our walk begins in Great Missenden, in the heart of the Chiltern Hills.
Great Missenden is also well known for its connection with Roald Dahl, who lived in the village for many years.
From here we'll walk towards Little Missenden, continuing through rolling countryside, fields and beautiful Chiltern woodland.
The route then takes us towards Penn Street before reaching Old Amersham, one of Buckinghamshire's most attractive historic towns.
After exploring Old Amersham, a final climb takes us towards Amersham Station for our journey back to London.

🌿 Route highlights

Great Missenden and the Chiltern Hills
Roald Dahl's Great Missenden
Picturesque Little Missenden
Beautiful beech woodland
Open countryside and Chiltern views
Penn Street
Historic Old Amersham
Traditional pubs, cafés and historic streets

🥾 Difficulty

This is a Moderate 5/10 hike.
The route is gently undulating with several climbs but no major mountain-style ascents.
Expect countryside paths, fields and woodland.
Sections can become muddy after prolonged rain, so walking shoes or hiking boots with good grip are strongly recommended.

🎒 What to bring

Please bring:

Hiking boots or walking shoes with good grip
Waterproof jacket
Water
Packed lunch and snacks
Suitable clothing for the weather
Card or cash for the £12 hiking fee

Please check the weather forecast before travelling.

⭐ About Hiking in London

Hiking in London is a friendly international hiking community with 12,000+ members on Meetup and more than 35,000 people across our wider community.
Our walks are a great way to explore the countryside, meet new people and enjoy a day outdoors.
Many members attend their first hike alone.
Come alone or bring a friend — you'll be very welcome.