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A slight univallate hillfort 600m south east of Home Farm

4 ha

📷 Colin Pyle · Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0

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Free entryDogs welcome4 ha

Getting here

52.00618, -0.94630

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Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦91+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Chiffchaff and Blackcap
  • ✦Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome

Best for

6 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Chiffchaff, Blackcap, Woodpigeon +88 more · last seen 2025

Free

Wildlife

Birds — Chiffchaff, Blackcap, Woodpigeon +88 more · last seen 2025

Free

Insect spotting

Insects — Hawthorn Shieldbug, 7-spot Ladybird, Dock Bug +17 more · last seen 2025

Free

Heritage

Historic site

Free

Seasonal nature

Plants — Yorkshire-fog, Cock's-foot, Hawthorn +9 more · last seen 2025

Free

Historic gardens

Historic site

Varies

Trails nearby

Within roughly 5 km
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Walking

22 signed routes nearby

Signed route nearby
Midshires WayWalking route370 km

Multi-use trail links the Ridgeway National Trail with the Trans Pennine Trail

Named routeLength 370 kmRegional walking route
The Path of Liberty, StoweWalking route1.8 km

Freedom is hard won, so this is the toughest of the three classic trails. Cobham’s politics are apparent everywhere: the Temple of Concord & Victory celebrates Britain’s triumphant 7yrs War while Lord Cobham’s Pillar shows him as a mighty Roman warrior.

Named routeLength 1.8 kmPoint-to-pointLocal walking route
Lakeside walk at Stowe Gardens, StoweWalking route1.9 km

Enjoy a walk around the lakes at Stowe, discovering ornate temples & spotting wildlife. Admire intricate mosaics in the Pebble Alcove & play with echoes inside the Hermitage. Recently upgraded paths allow pushchair & wheelchair access. Some gravel & gates

Named routeLength 1.9 kmDuration 01:00Round tripLocal walking route
The Path of the Brave, StoweWalking route5.9 km

Get fit in beautiful surroundings. A 5k run or walk that takes in just about every noteworthy spot at Stowe.

Named routeLength 5.9 kmRound tripLocal walking route
The Path of Contentment, StoweWalking route3 km

Stowe attracts people for all sorts of reasons. Many come here for wellbeing. Walking here, and resting there, induces calm and serenity. Following this path, with recommended picnic and beauty spots, should instill in you a deep sense of ease.

Named routeLength 3 kmPoint-to-pointLocal walking route
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Cycling

21 signed routes nearby

Signed route nearby
Route 50Cycling route
Named routeRef 50National Cycle Network
National Byway (Bernwood Forest Loop)Cycling route
Named routeRef NBRegional cycle route
Main RouteCycling route10.7 km
Named routeRef 50Length 10.7 kmNational Cycle NetworkOn-roadSurface asphalt
Main RouteCycling route66 m
Named routeRef 50Length 66 mNational Cycle NetworkTraffic-freeSurface asphalt
Main RouteCycling route38 m
Named routeRef 50Length 38 mNational Cycle NetworkOn-roadSurface asphalt
Main RouteCycling route42 m
Named routeRef 50Length 42 mNational Cycle NetworkOn-roadSurface asphalt

Wildlife to spot

Photos

A422 Stratford Road near Home Farm

📷 Colin Pyle · Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0

A422 Stratford Road near Home Farm

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🌱Bourton ParkUrban park2.2 km→🌱HeartlandsUrban park2.4 km→🌱Bridge Street ParkUrban park2.8 km→🌱Verney ParkUrban park2.6 km→🌱Chandos ParkUrban park3.1 km→🌱Stratford FieldsUrban park2.3 km→