St Rumbold's Well
Getting here
51.99622, -0.99712
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
- 🐦60+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Great White Egret and Cattle Egret
- ✦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
🌤️ Visiting this summer
- 🐦60+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Great White Egret and Cattle Egret
- ✦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
- 🐕Dogs welcome
Best for
Bird watching
Very strong match
Birds — Great White Egret, Cattle Egret, Wigeon +57 more · last seen 2026; Birds — Great White Egret, Cattle Egret, Wigeon +57 more · last seen 2026
Wildlife
Strong match
Deciduous woodland priority habitat; Birds — Great White Egret, Cattle Egret, Wigeon +57 more · last seen 2026
Heritage
Strong match
Historic site
Insect spotting
Good match
Insects — 7-spot Ladybird, Hawthorn Shieldbug, Dock Bug +3 more · last seen 2025; Insects — 7-spot Ladybird, Hawthorn Shieldbug, Dock Bug +3 more · last seen 2025
Foraging
Good match
Deciduous woodland — fungi, berries and wild garlic
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km🚶Walking
21 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Walking
Cross Bucks WayWalking 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.
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
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.
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.
🚴Cycling
21 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Cycling
Route 50Cycling route
National Byway (Bernwood Forest Loop)Cycling route
Main RouteCycling route10.7 km
Main RouteCycling route66 m
Main RouteCycling route38 m
Main RouteCycling route42 m
Wildlife to spot
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