Hodgemoor Woods

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Visitor information

Nestled within the Chilterns National Landscape

Located Between Beaconsfield and Amersham, Hodgemoor Woods is an ancient woodland of broadleaves spanning over 100 hectares. It's designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its rich biodiversity, with a range of habitats for wildlife to thrive in. 

This woodland offers a peaceful and welcoming space for visitors. A network of permissive horse trails are found throughout the woods offering routes for walkers, cyclists and horse riders to enjoy. 

Whether you're discovering wildlife, taking a quiet walk, or riding the trails, Hodgemoor offers something for everyone.

At a glance

Permits required for riding horses on permissive trails through the woodland.

Things to do

Cyclists are welcome to use the bridleways and permissive horse trails at Hodgemoor Woods. We ask that you don’t stray off the trails to help us keep these woodlands special and...

With 5.3km of both waymarked permissive horse trails and public bridleways, Hodgemoor Woods is a great spot for horse riding.

Permits are needed for riding on the permissive trails...

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air. Explore the ancient woodland on foot via the network of trails and public footpaths, or venture out into the wider Chilterns...

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