Wendover Woods is ideal for family days out, offering a play trail, café, adventure playground, fitness trail, and cycling routes for all abilities.
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Address:
Upper Icknield Way, Aston Clinton, Aylesbury, HP22 5NQ
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Parking:
Blue Badge Bays: 25, parking charges apply.
Payment machines next to information booth.
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Overview
Wendover Woods is a 325-hectare woodland managed by Forestry England on the edge of the Chilterns escarpment. It’s ideal for family days out, offering a play trail, café, adventure playground, fitness trail, and cycling routes for all abilities. For thrill-seekers, there’s the Go Ape high-wire course (not suitable for those with mobility issues or fear of heights).
The woods are beautiful year-round: spring bluebells, summer picnics, Autumn colours, and crisp winter walks. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot woodland birds like the rare Firecrest and, occasionally, deer. The site also features Boddington hill fort and the highest point in the Chilterns at 267m.
Whether you want a full day of activities or a quick bite in scenic surroundings, Wendover Woods delivers.
Accessible options include the Play Trail and a short path around the café.
Access & Facilities
Paths: Long (1km) and short (600m) access path via Play Trail
Toilets: 2 accessible next to café, with changing places toilet behind information booth (open 9-4 daily)
Café: Yes, open 8.30-16.00 daily
Other: Accessible trail via Play Trail, and short easy walk around café. Accessible cycling routes too.
Tramper All Terrain Scooter: 2
More information: www.forestryengland.uk/wendover-woods/access-information
Wendover Woods access walk route map
Walk description
Start Point:
Marked as “Play Trail” – follow green signs on path
Route:
- Short route: cuts out the steeper inclines, great for first time visitors
- Long route: includes lots to do for children, slightly more difficult for those with mobility issues
Terrain:
- Miles Without Stiles Rating: Access for Many
- Inclines: 1 in 17, 1 in 13 (to Red Kite Lookout), 1 in 19, 1 in 9, 1 in 16 (short route cut through)
- Benches: Seating throughout site, including accessible picnic benches next to café and barbecue area
- Path surfaces: 1.2m width mostly smooth; crushed granite, some looser areas
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