BicesterBrill

Bicbri one
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By a Slow Ways Volunteer on 07 Apr 2021


Distance

13km/8mi

Ascent

47m

Descent

161m

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Bicester and Brill.

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This is a Slow Ways route connecting Bicester and Brill.

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Reviews - 3

Average rating -

Is this route good enough? -  Yes (3)

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Surveys

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Description Note
Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Not present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant (1)
Maybe present Accommodation (1)
Maybe present Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Present at time of survey Very muddy (1)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Maybe present Long grass sections (1)
Maybe present Crops encroaching on path (1)
Maybe present Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Not present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 90.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear in places (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

20.0% of the route is on roads (1)

10.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

15.0% of the route is paved (1)

50.0% of the route is muddy (1)

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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4X March 2022 by Martin McGovern
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Start and end points

Bicester
Grid Ref SP5855622400
Lat / Lon 51.89709° / -1.15040°
Easting / Northing 458,556E / 222,400N
What3Words hood.park.sober
Brill
Grid Ref SP6544213788
Lat / Lon 51.81890° / -1.05196°
Easting / Northing 465,442E / 213,788N
What3Words radiated.refuses.pints

Bicbri One's land is

Arable 5.6%
Pasture 71.3%
Urban 23.1%

Data: Corine Land Cover (CLC) 2018

reviews


Tnarg

17 Mar 2024 Winter

2.5 stars
But going to have to harsh, walked after a lot of rain and in a number of places between Brill and Blackthorn this route was water logged almost to the point of being impassable, worst then other slowways. Also between Brill and Piddington there is a location that have been over grown with brambles that ended up ripping my top which is why I feel the need to be harsh with the rating. Also the walk along the B4011 is not nice, even when follow others recommendations and going through Blackthorn.
I dont know the area but I cant see a better route for Bicester — Brill.
Also if you are going to walk this route read Martin McGovern comment for helpful path finding tips.


Swebbews

02 Sep 2022 (edited 05 Sep 2022) Summer

We walked this route starting at Brill. I’d agree with the previous reviewer that walking in the opposite direction gives a more satisfying conclusion, finishing with great views from Brill over the surrounding countryside, however this leg was part of a longer journey so not possible for us and we concluded walking through the housing and commercial developments around Bicester.
I’d also noted the previous reviewer’s navigational comment about turning right through a hedge north of Piddington; despite this we still nearly missed the turn, as it really is very well hidden!
There was no obvious stopping place for lunch, so we took a picnic; this was fine, but it’s still quite sad walking past buildings that used to be village pubs but are now closed.
All four of us in our group enjoyed the walk, and found the scenery interesting and varied.


Martin McGovern

08 Mar 2022 Winter

If you have a choice, I'd recommend doing this route from Bicester to Brill, rather than the other way round - the ascent into Brill is more picturesque than the approach to Bicester Village station and the town centre.

I'd make one minor change to the route - probably not enough to warrant an entirely new route (though if you disagree, feel free to add it). The section along the B4011 doesn't have footpaths, so you have to walk on the road and step onto the verge periodically. You can reduce the amount of time you have to do this by taking the detour into Blackthorn village.

Overall, the route is pleasant. It's predominantly pasture, so while I didn't see any cows, you might encounter them. There are a significant number of obstacles or poor terrain - stiles, gates, muddy sections, so it's not recommended for anything wheeled.
And I saw some llamas, which put me in mind of the Charm Poetry Competition winner for 2021 - which you can read at https://www.charmpoetrycompetition.com


Tricky turns

In either direction, you'll have to cross the A41 between Bicester and the Ambrosden road. There is an island at the Ambrosden road junction, making it a safer place to cross than the Wretchwick cottages.

Going from Brill to Bicester, you leave Piddington going north, and then turn left onto a farm track. You'll be tempted to continue on the farm track, but a short way down, there's a well hidden path with a gate on the right hand side. You need to take this path.

Also going from Brill to Bicester, approaching Ambrosden, the official route makes a diagonal cut through a new housing development. You approach at Iris Close: then continue straight into Violet Close, and follow the cinder path as far as Church Leys Field.

Going from Bicester to Brill, you leave the B4011 via a footpath to the right that goes through the large gate at Bridge Farm.


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