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Savernake
 

The old Forest of Savernake is derived from ancient wood pasture management, and has many veteran trees - it is predominantly SSSI.

How to get there:

Savernake is part of Marlborough Woodlands. Marlborough is the nearest town or village.

Via M4, at junction 15 take the A346 through Marlborough, Savernake forest is accessible from there onwards.

OS Grid Reference: SU198679

Start your visit from:

Postern Hill Picnic Site

Other places to go in Marlborough Woodlands

One of the biggest oaks in Britain, the King of the Limbs in Savernake forest

Facilities:

ToiletsParkingOther Facilities

Activities:

WalkingBarbecue

Contact:

Recreation Ranger
01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What else is here
In Savernake there is also
wild woods
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