Silchester provides an endless amount of opportunities when it comes to walking and cycling as it has a large area of woodland and lush common land. The village backs on to Pamber Forest which is linked with other surrounding villages. Pamber Forest is a great place to walk and cycle and is a beautiful sight in all seasons. There is also a large lake in the forest which attracts a lot of walkers in the summer months. The Roman Wall is probably the most popular walk in Silchester, walking the whole way round the
There are many different walks to choose from when in Silchester, however there are two walks that are well worth considering, recommended by walkingworld.com. The first walk takes around two and a half hours and explores Roman Silchester. More information is available for this particular walk. Another popular walk explores the Pamber Forest Nature Reserve and the quiet lanes around Silchester, generally a great walk for nature enthusiasts and people seeking beautiful scenery. Find out more. Walking groups
are more than welcome to stop at the Calleva Arms for lunch or dinenr, however a booking is required for groups of more than ten people. The Silchester Parish council asks that walkers and cyclists respect the woodland and common, by taking litter with them and keeping to guided paths and tracks.
wall takes about an hour and is a great experience. There are also many small country lanes located near to the Wall which are brilliant for cycling, especially in on a mild summers evening when the roads are clear, and the atmosphere of the farmlands, and Roman ruins can really be appreciated.