Join a small group for a circular walk through Hodgemoor Woods, one of the largest areas of remaining ancient woodland within the Chilterns National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). During this walk we will look at the development of the landscape resulting from 2000 years of human occupation interconnecting with the underlying geology and exploiting the natural environment. We will see evidence for Iron Age / Romano-British settlement; the best preserved section of Roman Road in the Chilterns; medieval Ridge and Furrow ploughing; the site of a 17th century Pest House; the 18th/19th century extraction of raw materials for brick-making; early 20th century ornamental water gardens; and the remains of World War II occupation; and post-war resettlement. These woodlands have something for everyone!
This walk is entirely on rough woodland paths and bridleways, which are muddy when wet.
Location
Forestry England car park, Bottrells Lane, Seer Green, Beaconsfield, Bucks, HP7 0JX, United Kingdom
Additional location/direction information
Meeting point at Hodgemoor Woods Forestry England car park, Bottrells Lane; What3Words racks.belts.nearly. The walk is along established but narrow and uneven woodland paths. Stout footwear and weather appropriate clothing required.
Schedule
Sun, 23 Aug
10:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Sun, 23 Aug
2:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Duration of event
3 hours / 3.5 km
Additional booking information
Two walks are available - morning (10.00-13.00) or afternoon (14.00-17.00), with a maximum of 22 places available for each walk. As places are limited, booking is required via the link to the Buckinghamshire Archaeological Society website, whether a member or non-member.
Additional fee information
Bucks Archaeological Society members go free. Non-members £5 - please register and pay via the booking website. Please note that if you are parking in the car park there is an entirely separate car parking fee administered by Forestry England and payable at their machines.