The go-to, all-in-one guide to walking The Ridgeway, one of England’s oldest and most historic long-distance trails, following ancient paths across rolling countryside.

The Ridgeway is one of Britain’s most ancient paths—often described as the country’s oldest road—running through southern England from Avebury in Wiltshire to Ivinghoe Beacon near Aylesbury in Buckinghamshire. This historic National Trail follows a high ridge across rolling countryside, offering expansive views and a remarkable journey through prehistoric, medieval, and modern landscapes. Along the way, walkers pass ancient monuments, chalk downs, and historic villages, including the iconic Avebury Stone Circle—one of the largest stone circles in Europe.

This fully re-walked and completely updated 6th edition Trailblazer guide is built around what Trailblazer does best: maps that are large-scale, route-led, based on Ordnance Survey* mapping, that you can follow directly on the trail. With walking distances and times, accommodation, food stops and key landmarks shown on the map itself, there is no need to switch between text, apps or additional maps - everything you need is in one book. Ideal for those planning their first multi-day walk and for experienced hikers, the guide supports walkers who prefer to plan their own days rather than follow rigid stages.

In this Trailblazer guide you’ll find:

• 53 large-scale, edited walking maps (just under 1:20,000), with the added detail you need to walk with the book in hand so you can walk confidently without switching between apps or extra maps
• Unique Trailblazer mapping features, including distances and walking times, clear directions, tricky junctions, gradients, places to stay, places to eat and points of interest
• Flexible itineraries for all walkers - walk the full coast-to-coast route, choose shorter sections, or sample the highlights. The trail can be walked in either direction, and this guide supports both options with clear, directional mapping
• Clear stage planning helping you judge daily distances, terrain and ascent to suit your pace
• Detailed public transport information for access to all points along the trail
• Guides to towns and villages with practical advice for all budgets, including cafés, pubs and restaurants, plus B&Bs, hotels, hostels, bunkhouses and campsites
• Downloadable waypoints with GPS and what3words references, so you can navigate confidently with or without a device

Route highlights include:

• Prehistoric landscapes and ancient trackways across the North Wessex Downs, often described as Britain’s oldest road
• Iconic archaeological sites including Barbury Castle and the striking Uffington White Horse
• Rolling chalk downs and open countryside with expansive views, particularly around Sparsholt and Wantage
• The eastern finish at Ivinghoe Beacon, offering panoramic views over the surrounding countryside
• A journey through ancient history, sweeping landscapes, and prehistoric monuments, making it one of England’s most historically significant long-distance trails

Detailed, reliable and inspiring, this long-established and regularly updated Trailblazer guide offers expert advice, excellent mapping, and everything you need to enjoy The Ridgeway, whether it’s your first long-distance walk or your next great walking challenge.

*based on Ordnance Survey mapping (out-of-copyright), fully amended and updated by Trailblazer