Golden woodland walks
When the trees start to blaze with orange, red and gold, a shady woodland walk is transformed into a dappled golden path, fluttering with falling leaves.
Visiting a woodland is great for both body and soul. An autumn woodland glowing with colour and rich with the smell of damp earth is a wonderful, uplifting place to be. Everyone is welcome in the woods we look after. We want them to be loved, explored and enjoyed.
There are things we can all do to help look after woodlands, such as taking litter home, picking up after our dogs and not allowing them to chase wildlife. Careful not to widen paths too, or wildflowers can't grow at the sunny edges if they're compacted by feet.
Here are some great woodland walks near you.
Winter walks in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
Waddesdon
Make the most of your winter weekends at Waddesdon Manor. You can stroll around our beautiful gardens, stop off at the Stables for a hot drink, then visit the Aviary.
Cliveden
Walking at Cliveden in winter is such a different experience. Incredible views open up between the leafless trees and the river Thames is a shining ribbon flowing away towards Windsor.
Winter walks at Basildon Park
Basildon Park is beautiful at this time of year, and with four different estate walk routes to choose from, everyone can enjoy the fresh winter air.
Winter walks at Greys Court
This winter, come to Greys Court for a refreshing walk on the estate. With beautiful views across the Chiltern Hills, striking Beech Woods and charming walled gardens, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Buscot and Coleshill Estates
We have five circular trails for you to choose from. You can wander through open parkland, embrace far-reaching views or discover wildlife in the woods.
Maidenhead and Cookham Commons
Enjoy the landscape of the Commons on a winter walk. From migrating birds to majestic deer, you can see some of the best of nature against the frosty backdrop of the colder months.
Stowe
Spot the early signs of snowdrops in the New Year on a walk around Stowe. There'll be carpets of white in the Elysian Fields, Sleeping Wood and Lamport Garden.
Hughenden
We’ve selected some of our favourite winter walks at Hughenden. The gardens, estate and countryside take on a whole new look for you to discover.
Chilterns Countryside
Winter can be a wonderful time to get out and explore the Chilterns. We have a variety of walks to suit all abilities. The latest walk joins three National Trust properties together, Hughenden, West Wycombe and Bradenham.
Ashridge
Every season brings a fresh perspective at Ashridge. At this time of year, leafless branches make a stunning filigree against a pale winter sky or an apricot sunset.
Winter walks at The Vyne
As the temperature drops, pull on a woolly scarf and hat and head out into the ancient woods at The Vyne. To get the most out of your walk, we recommend you try our downloadable walk.
Spring walks in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
Stowe
As spring develops at Stowe, walk to find pockets of daffodils covering the hills, Wood and Blue anemones on the rocky banks, Turks head tulips, Crocuses, Snake's head and imperial fritillaries and Aconites to name a few, sitting in the backdrop of Grecian style temples.
Hughenden
Hughenden Now is the perfect time to get outdoors as Hughenden's garden and countryside burst into life as spring arrives. There's plenty to see from primroses to bluebells, as well as songbirds and wildflowers to enjoy.
Basildon Park
Discover the diversity of our flora and fauna in 400 acres of historic parkland at Basildon Park. You'll see myriad wildflowers emerging on the woodland floor on one of four waymarked walks around the parkland.
Maidenhead and Cookham Commons
There's a rich variety of habitats to enjoy in spring at Maidenhead and Cookham Commons. You may see ducklings on a wander along the river at Cock Marsh, woodland flowers at Maidenhead Thicket, or spring flowers starting to emerge on the meadow at Pinkneys Green.
Cliveden
The Cliveden estate in Buckinghamshire has miles of winding walks to enjoy. Spring time woodland walks offer swathes of snowdrops, before bountiful bluebells bloom around April, as well as the most spectacular vista of the iconic house from afar. All Cliveden's walks enable you to enjoy unique views over the Thames Valley.
Greys Court
Discover the wider estate at Greys Court on the estate walk, which takes in the outer areas of this peaceful place. Through woodland and fields, discover wonderful views across the rolling Chilterns Hills and find signs of spring, such as daffodils and wild flowers popping up along the route. The Spinney Woods at Greys Court becomes home to a carpet of bluebells in May.
Chilterns Countryside
Spring is a wonderful time to get out and explore the Chilterns. We have a variety of walks to suit all abilities. There's one walk which joins three National Trust places together, Hughenden, West Wycombe and Bradenham.
Spring walks at The Buscot and Coleshill Estates
There are easy 5 circular walks for you to try, all between 3 to 4 miles in distance and covering the parkland, woods and open countryside in and around Coleshill village.
Waddesdon
Experience the garden wake from its winter sleep with our variety of spring walks.
Canons Ashby
As you breathe in the fresh air of spring, you can take in views of the medieval landscape at Canons Ashby. You can search for spring flowers and find out about the history of Canons Ashby as you stroll.
The Vyne
Walking boots at the ready, it's time to experience The Vyne's woods in spring. Uncover forgotten traces of history by following this easy circular route before heading on to our Brewhouse tea-room for a bite to eat.
Summer walks in Oxfordshire, Bucks and Berks
The Buscot and Coleshill Estates
There are five circular trails for you to choose from on the Buscot and Coleshill Estates, whether you like parkland, good views or discovering wildlife in the woods.
The Chilterns countryside
Our countryside walks team have been hiking the hills over the winter to bring you some lovely new walks for summer. We have a variety of trails to suit all abilities that are completely free to download.
White Horse Hill
The exhilarating climb to the top of White Horse Hill will reward you with a close-up of the ancient Horse as well as great views.
Hughenden
With open parkland, rolling hills and beech woodlands there are beautiful walks through pristine Chilterns countryside to enjoy this season.
Cliveden
The Cliveden estate in Buckinghamshire has miles of winding walks to enjoy. Summer in the woodland is great for tree climbing and there's a children's play trail. There are spectacular views of the iconic house and the River Thames.
Basildon Park
Discover the diversity of our flora and fauna in 400 acres of historic parkland at Basildon Park. You'll see myriad wildflowers emerging on the woodland floor on one of four waymarked walks around the parkland.
Stowe
Download this map and bring it with you to find the perfect spots for lazy days and summer strolls in the gardens at Stowe.
Summer walks at Waddesdon
Soak up the beautiful blooms in the gardens with one of our garden walks. Take in seasonal highlights including the rose garden in full scent, the carpet bed design and 3D birds as well as the impressive collection of sculpture in the gardens.
Greys Court
Discover the wider estate at Greys Court on the estate walk, which takes in the outer areas of this peaceful place. Through woodland and fields, discover wonderful views across the rolling Chilterns Hills and find signs of spring, such as daffodils and wild flowers popping up along the route.
