Herons & Hidden Trails – South Loughton Valley – 3 Miles

Linford Ponds Milton Keynes Walk

Start Date: 16 October 2026
Start Time: 06:15
Venue: Knowhill Cricket Green Car Park 3 Whittle Court Knowlhill MK5 8FT
Location Link: What3Words

3 miles • South Loughton Valley, Milton Keynes • 🟢 Gentle
A peaceful Morning Miracle exploring green spaces, hidden trails and wildlife in the South Loughton Valley.

Walk Leader: Gillian Lucas

📍 WHAT3WORDS: https://what3words.com/oils.penned.chess

Price range: £0.00 through £6.00

Welcome

Start the day with Gillian on a peaceful 3-mile Morning Miracle through the South Loughton Valley in Milton Keynes.

We’ll explore green spaces and quieter trails, with the chance to spot local wildlife – including the herons that inspired the walk’s original name. A gentle early-morning wander with friendly company before the rest of Milton Keynes wakes up.

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First Time?

If this is your first Adventure Geek walk, please arrive a little early and introduce yourself to the walk leader, who will be wearing a red “Walk Leader” pin badge.

Meeting Point

Knowhill Cricket Green Car Park, 3 Whittle Court, Knowlhill MK5 8FT

📍 WHAT3WORDS: https://what3words.com/oils.penned.chess

We often meet where there isn’t a postcode, so we recommend using the free What3Words app to navigate to the exact meeting point.

Walk Leader – Gillian Lucas

Dog Friendly — yes, dogs are welcome

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes or boots
  • Suitable clothing
  • Waterproof if required
  • Drink
  • Headtorch or torch – essential for a 06:15 October start

Walk Grade

🟢 Gentle

A shorter 3-mile walk at a relaxed pace, ideal for anyone looking for an accessible way to start the day outdoors.

Not sure what the walk grades mean?
Visit our First Timers page for a simple guide to Gentle, Steady, Active and Adventure walks.

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