Explore Burnham Beeches By Foot

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[{"address":"Stewart House","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.55645153592594,"longitude":-0.6192809550536404},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Burnham Beeches Car Park\n\nThe Burnham Beeches car park is the starting point for our delightful journey through one of the most beautiful woodlands in South Buckinghamshire, England. From the car park, you can head west along Lord Mayors Drive towards the Beeches Café, where you can grab a cup of coffee and a bite to eat before embarking on their adventure.\n\n"},{"type":"text","content":"After passing by the café, you will come across an information point that houses facts about the reserve. This is a great spot to stop and learn more about the history of the Beeches, including the fact that some of the trees in the forest are over 400 years old."},{"type":"text","content":"Continuing ahead from the information point, you will arrive at a crossroads known as Victory Cross. From here, you can choose to follow one of several walking trails that wind through the Burnham Beeches. The paths lead through ancient woodland, passing by tall beech trees that provide a canopy of greenery overhead. The trees, with their distinctive smooth, grey bark, create an enchanting atmosphere that transports visitors back in time."},{"type":"text","content":"As you meander along the trails, you may encounter various types of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a range of bird species. The Beeches are also home to a variety of rare plant species, adding to the reserve's biodiversity."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FScreen%20Shot%202023-01-24%20at%2010.40.40%20am.png?alt=media&token=259a49e3-eb87-481b-b576-bca41255f220"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FBurnham_Beeches_Sign.jpg?alt=media&token=f70940d9-54fa-48f2-ac6b-272c040917c3"}]},{"address":"Sir Henry Peakes Drive","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.555724676471804,"longitude":-0.6261921853108499},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Victory Cross"},{"type":"text","content":"Turn right and descend further down Halse Drive, you will come to a junction of tracks, where Victoria Drive branches off to the left. This is a good spot to take a breather and appreciate the scenery, as the views from this point are truly breathtaking. The gentle slopes and undulating terrain create a picturesque landscape that is sure to leave a lasting impression. So take a moment to soak in the natural beauty of the Burnham Beeches before continuing on your journey.\n\nContinue downhill to a junction of tracks, with Victoria Drive to the left.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FBurnham-Beeches-Farnham-Common-South-Buckinghamshire-walking-trails.jpg?alt=media&token=9f7f6f63-95cb-4f8d-9ee6-dfcd948ee9c0"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FTayside-woodland-in-autumn-9468606.jpg?alt=media&token=76fb937b-29a4-4062-beaf-bbe945453e18"}]},{"address":"Halse Drive","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.561144491281645,"longitude":-0.6359943089019371},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"McAuliffe Drive\n\nPass Dukes Drive on the right and, at a junction of tracks, turn right along McAuliffe Drive. After about 40m, go through a gap in the trees on your left to see an information plaque, beyond which are the remains of Hartley Court Moat – one of three Scheduled Ancient Monuments in Burnham Beeches Estate. Walk back to the junction of tracks and turn right. Pass an information shelter on the left, then take a right-hand fork in the track. Continue ahead to reach a road.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2F1046965_038cb4ee.jpg?alt=media&token=a1cd4c57-5e23-4f1e-b41e-108023613c06"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FBurnham_Beeches%2C_Hartley_Court_Moat_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1046796.jpg?alt=media&token=19ac3b6f-df4d-4044-9dab-de38f808e444"}]},{"address":"27 Hammond End","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.56323063535272,"longitude":-0.6192956960082174},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Egypt Lane\n\nAt this point, walk ahead along a signed footpath. Go through a kissing gate and cross a field, keeping a hedge to your left.\n\nClimb over a stile at the far side of the field and follow a woodland track. Ignore a permissive path to the right, then take a right-hand fork in the path soon after. Drop downhill and walk up an incline, with Heathfield Wood to the left and Egypt Woods to the right. At the end of the path, follow a well-surfaced lane past houses to reach a road.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FP1010932.jpg?alt=media&token=db494f8b-77a2-4cc2-8ace-47c8bc77f34a"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2FBurnham20beeches-7b59357-e1665498064511.jpg?alt=media&token=1c42f993-ab9f-4a94-b87f-c8534931c7a8"}]},{"address":"Dukes Drive","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.559745149710196,"longitude":-0.633335973187461},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Dukes Drive\n\nDouble back from Egypt Lane and follow Dukes Drive through a long paved path that runs directly through the centre of the Beeches. As you walk ahead, the surrounding woodland may reveal woodpeckers or deer, and you should keep a lookout for fungi that often grow in abundance in this area."},{"type":"text","content":"Dukes Drive is one of the most picturesque sections of the Beeches, with the wide path providing a perfect vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the woodland. The beech trees tower above, creating a natural cathedral that is truly awe-inspiring. You may even spot a variety of birds nesting in the trees, so be sure to bring along your binoculars for a closer look."},{"type":"text","content":"As you continue along Dukes Drive, you'll have the opportunity to explore some of the lesser-known areas of the Beeches. These areas are quieter and more secluded, providing a peaceful escape from the crowds. The woodland paths wind through the trees, revealing new surprises around every corner."},{"type":"text","content":"Don't forget to keep an eye out for the many types of fungi that thrive in the Beeches. The woodland floor is often covered in a variety of mushrooms, toadstools, and other fungi, providing a feast for the eyes and a fascinating glimpse into the ecology of the forest.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2Fdownload.jpg?alt=media&token=6ba399fc-5854-4db4-aefc-3368aa4c32df"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2Fthe-only-wild-animal.jpg?alt=media&token=17e2ba0e-06d8-4a4c-b0e4-f0272b1128bd"}]},{"address":"9C3XH93C+PPF","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":51.556065209094996,"longitude":-0.6248590103342355},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Beeches Cafe\n\nAfter turning right at Dukes Drive onto Halse Drive, follow the road util you arrive at the corner of Halse Drive and Lord Mayors Drive. Here you will find the famous Beeches Cafe. The Cafe is in the heart of the nature reserve.\n\nHere you can rest your legs, and indulge in one of thr Cafe's famous hot chocolates to warm you up from the cold winter. In the summer the Cafe offers an excellent range of gelatos and sorbets to cool you down after that long hot walk.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2F321298229_670670584782737_5035651259988208365_n.jpg?alt=media&token=dd65675c-bb16-468c-ac57-b3a2eb2ccf67"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F98ls344GH6tkkIx9gJyw%2F273876423_3089746007945709_3044780779471575887_n.jpg?alt=media&token=a17f2904-d415-4fcd-8e7d-eaa4cecf122b"}]}]