Riddle Wood

Wood, Forest in Berkshire South Oxfordshire

England

Riddle Wood

Path nearing Churn Hill Path on the track from Upper Chance Farm nearing Churn Hill
Path nearing Churn Hill Credit: Shaun Ferguson

Riddle Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Berkshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 300 acres, this woodland is known for its serene and enchanting atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and families alike.

The wood is characterized by its dense and diverse vegetation, consisting mainly of native British tree species such as oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees provide a lush canopy, creating a cool and shaded environment even in the height of summer. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding splashes of color to the green landscape.

Riddle Wood is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths lead to various points of interest, including a small pond teeming with aquatic life and a tranquil stream that winds its way through the heart of the woodland.

The forest is also home to a rich array of wildlife, with deer, foxes, and rabbits frequently spotted among the trees. Birdwatchers will delight in the diverse avian population, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Riddle Wood offers a secluded picnic area where visitors can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The wood is open year-round, and its beauty changes with the seasons, making it an ideal destination for a leisurely stroll, a family outing, or a peaceful escape into nature's embrace.

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Riddle Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.557943/-1.216208 or Grid Reference SU5484. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path nearing Churn Hill Path on the track from Upper Chance Farm nearing Churn Hill
Path nearing Churn Hill
Path on the track from Upper Chance Farm nearing Churn Hill
All Saints, Aston Upthorpe
All Saints, Aston Upthorpe
Looking east-northeast along Thorpe Street
Looking east-northeast along Thorpe Street
All Saints, Aston Upthorpe: churchyard
All Saints, Aston Upthorpe: churchyard
St Michael's Cemetery (1)
St Michael's Cemetery (1)
St Michael's Cemetery (2)
St Michael's Cemetery (2)
St Michael's Cemetery (3)
St Michael's Cemetery (3)
Rush hour in Aston Tirrold
Rush hour in Aston Tirrold
Aston Tirrold War Memorial: late March 2022
Aston Tirrold War Memorial: late March 2022
Post box in Baker Street
Post box in Baker Street
St Michael's Churchyard (1)
St Michael's Churchyard (1)
St Michael's Churchyard (2) Canon Hester was born in 1912 and educated at King's College London <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King%27s_College_London" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King%27s_College_London">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> He was ordained Deacon in 1941 and Priest in 1942. After a curacy at Whitton <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitton,_London#Churches" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitton,_London#Churches">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> he was Succentor at Leicester Cathedral He held incumbencies at Ravenstone <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenstone,_Buckinghamshire" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenstone,_Buckinghamshire">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Wooburn <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wooburn" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wooburn">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Buckingham <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckingham" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckingham">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and Wallingford <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wallingford,_Oxfordshire" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wallingford,_Oxfordshire">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> before coming here.
St Michael's Churchyard (2)
Canon Hester was born in 1912 and educated at King's College London LinkExternal link He was ordained Deacon in 1941 and Priest in 1942. After a curacy at Whitton LinkExternal link he was Succentor at Leicester Cathedral He held incumbencies at Ravenstone LinkExternal link Wooburn LinkExternal link Buckingham LinkExternal link and Wallingford LinkExternal link before coming here.
St Michael's Churchyard (3)
St Michael's Churchyard (3)
St Michael's Churchyard (4)
St Michael's Churchyard (4)
St Michael's Churchyard (5)
St Michael's Churchyard (5)
St Michael, Blewbury: early September 2022
St Michael, Blewbury: early September 2022
St Michael, Blewbury: churchyard
St Michael, Blewbury: churchyard
Cottages in Church Lane
Cottages in Church Lane
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Riddle Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU5484 (Lat: 51.557943, Lng: -1.216208)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Located within 500m of 51.557943,-1.216208
Riddle Hill
Ele: 140
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.5579644/-1.2174102
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