The Glyme Valley Way

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Follow the crystal river

Walking boots at the ready! It's time to start exploring Oxfordshire's history along a secret river.

The Glyme Valley Way has been devised by BBC Oxford and the Countryside Service to mark Oxfordshire 2007. Start exploring a thousand years of the county's history now - log on here for the latest news on the trail and historical aspects of the route.

The Route

Getting started on the Glyme Valley Way...

In pictures

Have a look for yourself - The Glyme Valley Way in pictures and video...

Woodstock's lost palace

We lead you in search of a building that was a retreat for kings - and a prison for a princess.

Path of warriors and kings

Our walking trail follows a valley shaped by soldiers and rulers - and England's greatest gardener.

Blenheim Palace Tour

Join our reporter on a tour of Britain's greatest palace.

Blenheim Palace

David Dimbleby discovers the beauty of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire.

Walking on air

Sit back and join Simon Pipe and his explorers on a lively journey down a secret river - by radio!

Get Active Walks

Our boots were made for walking, and that's just what we'll do...