West Woods

Visitor information

How to find us

Sat Nav Postcode:

SN8 4DY

West Woods, Marlborough

By Car

Via M4, at junction 15 take the A346 to Marlborough, through the high street and on the A4 towards Avebury. Approximately two miles outside Marlborough take a left turn signed Clatford. Drive up to the crossroads and straight over. About one and a half miles along this road the woods and car park are sign posted on the right.

OS Grid Ref

SU163667

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51.399419848833, -1.7630910873413

West Woods

See the picturesque bluebells of West Woods as part of your next forest adventure

Located south of Marlborough, West Woods is a beautiful ancient woodland site.

The woodland becomes very popular in late spring due to the fantastic displays of bluebells which carpet the forest floor in certain areas.

There is a good network of walking trails including an easy access route for you to explore. Please help us protect the forest by only cycling on stone-surfaced forest roads and bridleways.

At a glance

Walking trails
Stunning bluebell displays

Things to do

Walking at West Woods

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of Wiltshire's most beautiful landscapes.

There is a good network of trails including an easy access route for you to explore at West Woods.

Please help us protect the forest and its special species by keeping to the surfaced tracks and trails.

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Nearby forests

Savernake Forest

Located south of Marlborough, Savernake Forest is rich in history and has lots to explore. It is a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as a registered important historic park, making it the perfect forest for an exciting and educational day out.

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Nightingale Wood

Planted in the 1990s on an former agricultural site, Nightingale Wood is a community woodland that supports a large variety of wildlife, especially birds.

Make sure to bring your binoculars - you never know what you may spot!

Choose from three easy access trails for a peaceful outdoor walk, pause for a picnic, and explore the play equipment, funded by the Great Western Community Forest project.

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