Banbury Fringe Walk Challenge

Walks, England, Oxfordshire, Cherwell

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Map preview for Banbury Fringe Walk Challenge
  • Step 1: This walk was created in partnership with Cherwell District Council. Enjoy over 30 walks across North Oxfordshire and experience the sights and sounds of nature as you go.

  • Step 2: Welcome to the Banbury Fringe Walk! This is an epic 16km route around the edge of Banbury. This walk has also been divided into four shorter circular sections, all starting in the town centre.

  • Step 3: There are also four linear routes that follow stretches of the Fringe Walk and suggest ways of returning to the start using public transport if possible. All these options are available in this app.

  • Lets begin! From the Riverside Car Park (OX16 2AY), head towards the play area and white Spiceball Park sign.

    Step 4: Lets begin! From the Riverside Car Park (OX16 2AY), head towards the play area and white Spiceball Park sign.

  • Step 5: Bear left at the path junction which takes you to the canal towpath.

  • Step 6: Spiceball Park features open fields with a fitness trail, children’s play and activity areas and picnic site. Woodland and wild flora areas have been established as well as a nature trail. Fishing is available by permit, too.

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