Visitor information

Situated in the beautiful surroundings of the Chilterns, Wendover Woods is home to stunning trails and picturesque views

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.

Wendover Woods is home to the Gruffalo, seasonal activities and events

Forest event
Sunday 20 September

Join us for a special Parkinson’s fundraising walk through the beautiful woodland trails of Wendover Woods, where every step makes a difference. Whether you’re walking in support...

Forest event
Selected dates between Saturday 17 October and Sunday 8 November 2026
Various times
Go Ape Wendover
Go Ape’s Sundown Adventures offer a new level of forest fun in the dark.

Experience treetop thrills in a whole new light at Wendover Woods for a limited time. 

What to expect

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Forest event
Saturday 31 October
10am to 4pm

Join us for a day of family fun this October half-term and hear the ​brand-​new Gruffalo story​ from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler​. There’s also a visit from The Gruffalo! 

Gr...

Forest event
Sunday 1 November
8am to 4pm
Wendover Woods

Discover the joy of trail running with this majestic race with the forest is shrouded in Autumnal colours. The route is a 10k multi-lapped course along a challenging and hilly...

Food and drink

A cappuccino and croissant on a table with pieces of chopped logs

Wendover Woods Cafe

Whether it’s a quick coffee you’re after or a relaxing lunch, enjoy fresh food, good service and stunning views at Wendover Woods Cafe.

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest using one of Wendover's barbecues! Bring along good food and company & don't forget to bring your own charcoal and tools! Picnic benches by the...

Try our brilliant giant marble run, fun for all the family, any time of year.

Six different zones take you on a mile-long journey through the forest, giving children and families a...

Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer at Go Ape Wendover Woods, where towering trees and leafy canopies set the stage for an unforgettable Go Ape experience. This forest...

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Wendover Woods.

This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts...

Nearby forests

Man on mountain bike in a forest

Forestry England has partnered with Bike Park Chilterns CIC to manage the reopening of the renowned Aston Hill Bike Park. For over 20 years, Aston Hill was a top destination for...

Forest floor full of bluebells at West Woods

Set in the Chiltern Hills with amazing views over the surrounding countryside, a walk around this rich woodland reveals a great mix of habitats and plenty of paths to explore...

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...

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