Main entrance
A one-way, mile long forest drive winds its way up into the central core of Wendover Woods, past the pay and display machine. Fantastic views along its length look out over the Vale of Aylesbury. There are many things to do on your visit, just look at the activities on the page for more information.
There is a small charge for vehicle access within the forest, to assist in the maintenance of the woodland facilities. You can pay on-site at a machine, by mobile phone (location code 8058) or get a season ticket for a year. The woods are closed to vehicles and gates are locked at the following times: November to February at 5pm, March at 6pm (8pm when clocks go forward), April 8pm, May to August 9pm, September 8pm, October 7pm (5pm when clocks go back). The gates are opened by 8am every morning, 365 days a year. For those coming to the woods using SatNav, please enter postcode HP22 5NQ and turn right before you pass the golf course onto the Forest Drive.
Walking trails
Cycling trails
There is a 9km family cycle trail around the woods. See leaflet for route or follow the cycle waymarkers on-site.
Cycling trail
How to get there:
Wendover and Aylesbury is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SP887105
Signposted from the B4009 between Wendover and Tring. The main entrance can be found 250 yards along the St Leonards Road on the right.
Other places to go in Wendover Woods
Facilities:
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Our 'Café in the Woods' is open daily from 10am to 5pm, serving freshly prepared hot and cold meals, hot and cold drinks, handmade cakes, sweets biscuits and ice-creams in the beautiful surrounds of the woods. The café is near the main car park in the heart of the woods. |
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There is an adventurous childrens play area set in the middle of the forest. The equipment is suitable for children up to 12 years old, with swings, slides, climbing frames and a challenging ropes trail. |
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Activities
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Firecrest Trail
All Ability Trail
Fitness trail
Boddington Bank Trail
Orienteering course
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There is a 9km family cycle trail around the woods. See leaflet for route or follow the cycle waymarkers on-site.
Cycling trail
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Horse-riding by permit only, Call 01296 625825
Horse trail |
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The rare Firecrest can be seen amongst the tops of the Norway Spruce trees between April and August. During the summer the managed verges are a spectacular sight, covered with wild flowers including various orchid species. The wood also contains badger setts, an area managed for glow worms and four of the six owl species found in the British Isles. |
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Twenty permanent orienteering posts scattered around this forest provide an uphill struggle. Maps can be purchased from the forest office or Wendover TIC. |
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There are four large BBQs on site that can be pre-booked. To check availability and to make a booking please phone the forest office on 01296 625825. There are also smaller pitches, which are first come, first served. These are the only places on site where BBQs are permitted. |
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There are planty of grassy areas for picniccing. |
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There is a Fitness Trail designed by RAF Halton for adults to test and improve their fitness. |
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Contact:
Recreation Officer
01420 520212
e-mail:
kathleen.calver@forestry.gsi.gov.uk