May is National Walking Month – a good time to join a guided walk on National Trust land in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire and discover local nature and history in our beautiful countryside while the weather is warming up. Woodlands have exploded into lush green leaf, wildflower meadows are speckling with colour and if you’re lucky you might catch the scent of lime tree flower blossom on the breeze. In Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire, the National Trust have a bank of free downloadable walks on the website, regular guided walks and one-off walk events to enjoy.
Basildon Park is the nearest, just down the road. Here’s a round-up: Regular guided walks Basildon Park – Guided woodland walks on Fridays, 11am-12noon. The hidden treasures of nature are unveiled in Basildon Park’s woodland and parkland on this guided walk, along with an insight into the rich history of the estate.
Some areas may be muddy or have cattle grazing. No booking required. Normal admission cost, free walk.
Other properties include: Hughenden, West Wycombe and the Chilterns – weekly guided walks. Regular, friendly guided walks in the Chilterns for people of different ability. Grade 1 is easy with no stiles and regular stopping places, Grade 4 is longer and faster-paced with hills and stiles.
Booking essential. Free to all Free Group Led Walks in the Chilterns Countryside | National Trust Grounds Highlights Guided Walk | National Trust Waddesdon, nr Aylesbury – Grounds highlights guided walks Wednesda.
