Piccadilly Wood

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Piccadilly Wood

Farmland, Wheatfield Arable fields and a copse beside the footpath passing Lower Farm.
Farmland, Wheatfield Credit: Andrew Smith

Piccadilly Wood is a charming woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated near the town of Henley-on-Thames, this picturesque forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a dense canopy that provides a cool and shaded atmosphere, especially during the summer months. The forest floor is carpeted with an array of wildflowers, adding vibrant pops of color to the landscape.

Piccadilly Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Visitors may spot various bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, fluttering among the treetops. Other animals, such as deer, foxes, and squirrels, also inhabit the wood, adding to its natural beauty and harmony.

The woodland features several well-marked trails that wind through its enchanting scenery. These paths cater to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. Along the way, benches and picnic spots provide the perfect opportunity to rest and soak in the tranquil surroundings.

Piccadilly Wood is easily accessible, with a small parking area available for visitors. The wood is open to the public throughout the year, providing a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether one seeks solitude, a peaceful walk, or a chance to connect with nature, Piccadilly Wood offers a serene and delightful experience for all who visit.

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Piccadilly Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.692893/-0.99697992 or Grid Reference SU6999. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, Wheatfield Arable fields and a copse beside the footpath passing Lower Farm.
Farmland, Wheatfield
Arable fields and a copse beside the footpath passing Lower Farm.
Farmland, Lewknor A footpath approaching Postcombe from Copcourt.  The land to the right contains a young crop of beans with more advance oil-seed rape seen ahead.
Farmland, Lewknor
A footpath approaching Postcombe from Copcourt. The land to the right contains a young crop of beans with more advance oil-seed rape seen ahead.
Farmland, Wheatfield Cereal on land dropping gently from the road between Adwell and Wheatfield.
Farmland, Wheatfield
Cereal on land dropping gently from the road between Adwell and Wheatfield.
Zioxi on High Street, Tetsworth Zioxi/Isis make furniture for schools <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://zioxi.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://zioxi.co.uk/">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>
Zioxi on High Street, Tetsworth
Zioxi/Isis make furniture for schools LinkExternal link
Winter Tree Colours A small wood near Stoke Grange.
Winter Tree Colours
A small wood near Stoke Grange.
Attington Toll House Perhaps past owners of the Attington estate excised tolls as a revenue-raising measure; perhaps they simply wished to discourage passage across the estate.  The style of the building, with its Gothick windows, suggests a date of circa 1800.
Attington Toll House
Perhaps past owners of the Attington estate excised tolls as a revenue-raising measure; perhaps they simply wished to discourage passage across the estate. The style of the building, with its Gothick windows, suggests a date of circa 1800.
Temporary lights on Thame Park Road, Tetsworth
Temporary lights on Thame Park Road, Tetsworth
Old Toll House, Tetsworth Toll House in the parish of Tetsworth, Attington Toll House, Thame Road (B4012), OX9 7DA.

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1059661 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059661" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059661">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: OX.TET
Old Toll House, Tetsworth
Toll House in the parish of Tetsworth, Attington Toll House, Thame Road (B4012), OX9 7DA. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1059661 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: OX.TET
London Road before Tetsworth
London Road before Tetsworth
The Mount, Tetsworth
The Mount, Tetsworth
Road towards Tetsworth From Stoke Talmage.
Road towards Tetsworth
From Stoke Talmage.
Footpath towards Postcombe Immediately ahead is Mount Hill Farm, which must be quite new as it does not appear on many versions of the OS map.
Footpath towards Postcombe
Immediately ahead is Mount Hill Farm, which must be quite new as it does not appear on many versions of the OS map.
Path towards Tetsworth New housing is appearing over the top of the hill to the left.
Path towards Tetsworth
New housing is appearing over the top of the hill to the left.
New housing on the edge of Tetsworth Inevitable in many villages.
New housing on the edge of Tetsworth
Inevitable in many villages.
Chiltern View Despite the name, this is an older road in the village leading to the church.
Chiltern View
Despite the name, this is an older road in the village leading to the church.
Road from A40 to B4014 Effectively the short side of a very elongated triangular junction.
Road from A40 to B4014
Effectively the short side of a very elongated triangular junction.
Weston Road in South Weston
Weston Road in South Weston
Salt Lane to Postcombe
Salt Lane to Postcombe
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Piccadilly Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU6999 (Lat: 51.692893, Lng: -0.99697992)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.692893,-0.99697992
Adwell
Place: hamlet
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Wikidata: Q2478383
Wikipedia: en:Adwell
Lat/Long: 51.6915702/-0.9929152
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.693154/-0.998111
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.691645/-0.996658
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.690994/-0.9963039
Direction: 165
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: ground
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.689105/-0.9941743
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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