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Bluebell trail through ancient woodland at Basildon Park

Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Berkshire

Spring bluebells at Blakes Wood, Essex
Woodland bluebells | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

We are delighted to announce a brand new bluebell trail at Basildon Park that will be available during bluebell season. Available only from 2 April to 31 May whilst the bluebells are at their best.

Start point

The trail route is a 600 meter detour from the existing woodland estate walk (marked in green on our maps). If you take the green route, just past the bug hotel you will follow the path round to the right. Signs should be up ahead directing you right onto a ranger track. The full bluebell trail is roped so please stay to the paths as you loop round.

Trail information

Difficulty

Full trail

DistanceMiles: 0.4 (km: 0.64)
Duration0.3 hour 20 mins
Dog friendly*
  1. *Please keep dogs on leads and under close control at all times.

  • Total stages: 2

    Total stages: 2

    Start point

    The trail route is a 600 meter detour from the existing woodland estate walk (marked in green on our maps). If you take the green route, just past the bug hotel you will follow the path round to the right. Signs should be up ahead directing you right onto a ranger track. The full bluebell trail is roped so please stay to the paths as you loop round.

    Stage 1

    The starting point is signposted - follow the direction signage to begin the 600 meter stretch of ancient woodland.

    Stage 2

    Continue to follow the loop of the trail for 600 meters until you re-join the main path.

    End point

    The marked trail ends when you return to the main footpath.

    Trail map

    Bluebell walk at Basildon Park
    Bluebell Walk at Basildon Park | © NTI

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Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 9NR