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Outdoor Trail Far more than just muddy boots...
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Take a deep breath of the fresh air! There’s great walking and wildlife to be found amongst wooded Chiltern hills, the riverside meadows of the Thames and the rolling downland Wytham of the Vale, but scratch the surface and see what other outdoor treats Southern Oxfordshire has to offer. 25
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Outdoors Trail Far more than just muddy boots... 1. Jarn Mound
Stunning views over the city and the treetops, and even more rewarding if you take the pedal powered option. www.reallygardenproud.com/blog/?tag=jarn-mound
2. Fallowfields Falconry
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A chance to get up close and personal with some of Britain’s most majestic raptors, and to try your hand at ferret racing (yes we did say that). www.fallowfieldsfalconry.co.uk
3. Folly Hill Woodland
Try to ignore the pleasingly eccentric Folly Tower and instead focus on the panoramic views of 5 counties and the leafy, sculpture-filled woodland. www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
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4. Badbury Clump
The thing about Iron Age Hill Forts, is they tend to be on hills and in this case means views, stunning walks, challenging rides and bluebells in spring. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buscot-coleshill-estates
5. Farmer Gow’s Activity Farm
A “hands-on” farming experience for kids of all ages, and properly fun too (there’s nothing quite like climbing on hay bales)! www.farmergows.co.uk
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6. Vale of White Horse Gliding Centre
Nothing beats silently and gracefully soaring across the landscape, and getting the chance for a birds eye view of The White Horse. www.swindongliding.co.uk 5
7. Uffington White Horse
Historic it might be, but it’s also top walking, riding and even paragliding country... www.nationaltrust.org.uk/white-horse-hill
8. The Ridgeway, Wantage
A perfect, but not too strenuous 87 miles of ancient road through rolling open downland and secluded valleys and woods. www.nationaltrail.co.uk/Ridgeway/
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Outdoors Trail Far more than just muddy boots... 9. Lockinge Fishery
Learn or perfect your piscatorial craft in an idyllic setting of chalk fed streams, lakes and parkland. www.westlakeflyfishing.co.uk
10. Abingdon Lock & Weir
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Riverside perfection complete with narrow boats, waterfowl and historic Abingdon reflected in the rushing water. www.visitthames.co.uk/about-the-river/river-thames-locks/abingdon-lock
11. Harcourt Arboretum 10
Love the outdoors? How does 130 acres of spring flowering, autumn colour and summer meadows strike you? www.harcourt-arboretum.ox.ac.uk
12. Earth Trust at Wittenham Clumps
More than just views and walks, learn new skills and outdoor experiences in and around the stunning Wittenham Clumps. www.earthtrust.org.uk
13. Little Wittenham Farm
Be a shepherd for the day and enjoy the somewhat delicious irony of taking home some wonderful local lamb. www.camillaandroly.co.uk
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14. Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary
Donkey’s need love too! Support their wonderful work and help the little guys (and gals) live safe, happy and useful lives. www.donkeyrescue.co.uk 16
15. Castle Meadows, Wallingford
Take a brief meander following the greatest river in England, perfect for Kingfisher spotting and a riverside picnic. www.nationaltrail.co.uk/ThamesPath/
16. Blewbury Riding Centre
With a privileged position close to the Ridgeway, you can gambol, hack and do all things equine over the rolling Berkshire Downs. www.blewburycentre.co.uk
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Outdoors Trail Far more than just muddy boots... 17. Hartslock Nature Reserve
The phrase “inspiring views” gets tossed around a lot, but we defy you to stand in the orchid filled meadow overlooking Goring Gap and not agree... www.hartslock.org.uk 17
18. Warburg Wildlife Reserve
It doesn’t get much more wild and remote than this in the South of England, and it’s stunning in every season to boot! www.bbowt.org.uk/reserves/warburg-nature-reserve
19. Hobbs of Henley
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Take to the water in the style of your choosing, whether that’s small and intimate or something a little more grand; best part is that someone else is doing the driving! www.hobbsofhenley.com
20. Mill Meadows
For the real “Wind in the Willows” experience enjoy a picnic by the river and a brief scull in true Ratty style. www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mill_Meadows 19
21. Cowleaze Wood
If you’ve seen those amazing images of Bluebells carpeting the woodland floor, chances are they were taken right here. www.chilternsaonb.org/explore-enjoy/interactive-map.html#423
22. Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve
Views, views, views and one the best places to spot red kites soaring through the skies. www.chilternsaonb.org/explore-enjoy/interactive-map.html#59 21
23. Cuttlebrook Nature Reserve
An easy access and award winning nature reserve, for those who prefer a more sedate introduction to the outdoors. www.cuttlebrook.org.uk
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Outdoors Trail Far more than just muddy boots... 24. Waterperry Gardens
The cultivated and cultured side of the Great Outdoors set in 8 acres of historic gardens. www.waterperrygardens.co.uk 23
25. Wytham Woods
390 hectares (a fair bit in old money) of leafy and lush ancient woodland to wander in... www.wytham.ox.ac.uk
26. Oxford Punting 24
Just the ticket for Edwardian-style picnics and slow lazy progress along the treeswept waterways under the dreaming spires. www.oxfordpunting.co.uk
More Information? Enjoy five uniquely themed OxTrails for visitors to South Oxfordshire. You can easily download the free app for both iphone and android, granting you access to a world of experiences you can’t have anywhere else... 25
Need to get here? You can find a Google map of this OxTrail at: http://goo.gl/maps/eMEgV Thinking of staying over? Visit www.southernoxfordshire.com
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