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Shabbington

(Average user rating5 unrated 4.4/5)
 
Bernwood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to the variety of butterfly species found there. As a mixed conifer and broad-leaved woodland it supports a wide range of flora and fauna. Ponds within the wood also increase the diversity of life found there.

How to get there:

Shabbington is part of Bernwood Forest. Oakley is the nearest town or village.

Bernwood is situated east of Oxford between Stanton St. John and Oakley. The carpark can be found at Grid reference SP 612 118.

OS Grid Reference:
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

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User Comments

Can we take our small children cycling in bernwood forest?

geraldine dodds, 27/Jan/2012

Bernwood Forest was not at all peaceful today. My dogs and I were deliberately buzzed repeatedly by a helicopter which flew in circles just over our heads. My dogs were terrified and we had to abandon our walk. This is unacceptable and should be stopped. Bernwood Forest is not a helicopter training ground. What affect does it have on wildlife?

Ginette, 8/Nov/2011
4 Stars 4 Stars

Visited attached BBONT Nature Reserve to see Green Winged Orchids and took opportunity to visit forest. Very peaceful with many butterfies, orange tip, speckled wood, Peacock

Anonymous, 2/May/2011
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OAK SEEDLING (Quercus robur)

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Contact:

South East England Recreation Officer