Activities at Hazelborough Wood

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Activities at Hazelborough Wood

Three wooden picnic benches in a forest clearing surrounded by trees
Picnics at Hazelborough Wood
Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking at Hazelborough Wood

Nearby forests

Parents and two children in summer clothes in woodland

This magnificent woodland has many miles of ancient wood banks, building remains and ancient trees. The 'druids', or veteran oaks, are rare and amazing wildlife habitats, and some of the old oaks are over 600 years old. See what you can spot on your visit to this medieval royal hunting forest.

We’ve got endless walking trails, a family cycling trail, adventure play area and even an onsite cafe selling tasty homemade meals and cakes in a warm, friendly environment.

Butterfly on leaf

Delve into Bernwood Forest's historic past with a walk around this rich woodland, located on the outskirts of Oxford.

Made up of Shabbington and Waterperry Wood, Bernwood Forest was once part of The Royal Hunting Forest of Bernwood and received royal protection for over 700 years! The Bernwood Jubilee Way, part of the project to reinforce the identity of the hunting forest, runs through a section of the wood on its 61 mile journey within the Ancient Forest Boundary.

Man on mountain bike in a forest

Reinstatement works at Aston Hill Bike Park are currently underway. The large number of trees identified with Chalara ash dieback have been removed and tree felling works have been completed. The carpark has been restored and we are continuing to work on reinstatement of safety access roads.

Wendover Woods

Explore the beautiful Chilterns landscape at Wendover Woods with stunning views across the Chiltern Hills.

Play, run, walk or cycle your way round Wendover Woods. If you're feeling energetic, why not try the fitness trail assault course. 

There are plenty of places to pause and admire the view or enjoy a picnic.

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