THE Chilterns Walking Festival will be held next month aiming to encourage people to get out and enjoy the Oxfordshire countryside.

The spring festival programme lasts for 16 days and includes dozens of arranged walks promising spectacular views, local stories and fun activities.

Treks vary in difficulty from the family-friendly to those for the more experienced hiker.

The festival will be held from Saturday, May 19 to Sunday, June 3.

To book a place visit https://www.visitchilterns.co.uk/walkingfest.html