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Phoenix Trail

A flat, well-surfaced and traffic-free 5 mile route. Great for family cycling/walking. Magnificent views of the nearby Chiltern Hills.

Postcode
HP27 0AA
Accessibility/terrain/walk info

Suitable for wheelchair/pushchair users

Facilities & accessibility

There are facilities near the route, see website

More info
https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-a-route-on-the-national-cycle-network/phoenix-trail-princes-risborough-to-thame
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