Parkland walk yellow trail at Brockhampton
This is a challenging but enjoyable walk around the Brockhampton estate's Grade II-listed parkland. The many veteran trees here are home to a variety of wildlife, while work has been carried out around the lawn pool to open up some of the original views to and from the Georgian mansion house.
Come prepared
This route can get quite muddy in wet weather, so make sure you bring suitable footwear.
Total steps: 7
Total steps: 7
Start point
Car park at Lower Brockhampton. Grid ref: SO688559
Step 1
Walk out of the car park entrance and fork left, following the yellow markers into the field that runs parallel to the drive. Walk away from the manor (remembering to turn around and enjoy the view), and go through the gate at the other end of the field.
Step 2
Follow the path down into the woods. At the stream, turn right, following the yellow markers. The path runs alongside the drive before turning left back into the woods. Cross over the stream and take the right fork through Lookout Wood.
Step 3
When you get to the road, follow it to the right. Continue up the hill, past the car park to the chapel.
Step 4
After exploring the chapel, turn left into the field and follow the path that skirts around the building. When you reach the road, turn right and follow it for a short distance before turning left into the field.
Step 5
Follow the path through the field and into the next field. You'll cross over the driveway and into a third field. Look out for the sheep and cows that graze the estate.
Step 6
You'll enter a wooded area, where you'll see Lawn Pool in front of you. Continue on the path around the pool and cross the stream. Begin descending the hill through the field. Don't forget to have a break and admire the views.
Step 7
When you come to a path, follow it to the left, back into Lookout Wood. Cross the stream and continue until you reach the road. Follow the path as it runs alongside the road, down the hill and through the woodland. Pass through the gate into the field towards the manor house.
End point
Car park at Lower Brockhampton. Grid ref: SO688559
Trail map
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