Footpaths

Some Footpaths in the AONB are closed during the construction of HS2, and others may be subject to lengthy diversions. Bucks CC maintain a list of path closures of which they have been notified. Should you encounter any other problems related to HS2 activities, please notify us.

• See this map for path closures in the Misbourne Valley
• GMI/12 &/13 (Gt Missenden-Potter Row) will be closed for the duration of HS2 construction; the Chiltern Heritage Trail has been diverted.
• Closures of WEN/36,37,38 and TLE/2,3,6 have been announced (25-Apr-21). This will affect the Chiltern Way for around 5 years.
• Ridgeway Trail diverted leaving Wendover - 21-Feb to 4-March
• Extensive closures announced, Nov 21 to 'early 2022', between Bacombe Hill and the Wendover bypass; no diversions. Paths now closed - 31-Jan-2022 'for around 3 years'
• Although Smalldean Lane is currently closed, a bridleway diversion is now in place. The alternative (A413) is unsafe for walkers or cyclists.