Whitehill Shaw

Wood, Forest in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Whitehill Shaw

Cyclists Pit Stop Sign to a cafe.
Cyclists Pit Stop Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Whitehill Shaw is a picturesque woodland located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the heart of the county, this tranquil forest offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Whitehill Shaw is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The forest is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. These trees provide a dense canopy, allowing for a shaded and cool environment, even on the warmest of days.

The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the green landscape. A network of well-maintained paths and trails winds through the forest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the area on foot or by bicycle. These pathways lead to secluded clearings, ideal for picnics or simply basking in the tranquility of the surroundings.

Wildlife thrives in this woodland habitat, with a variety of bird species nesting amongst the branches and small mammals scurrying through the undergrowth. Nature enthusiasts can often spot deer grazing in the early morning or at dusk, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the forest.

Whitehill Shaw is a popular destination for families, as it provides a safe and engaging environment for children to learn about the natural world. The forest also hosts guided walks and educational programs, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the flora and fauna that call this woodland home.

Overall, Whitehill Shaw in Oxfordshire is a captivating forest that offers a peaceful and rejuvenating experience for all who visit.

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Whitehill Shaw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.608859/-0.94782652 or Grid Reference SU7290. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cyclists Pit Stop Sign to a cafe.
Cyclists Pit Stop
Sign to a cafe.
Path along Pishill Bottom The road along the valley is not particularly pedestrian friendly. This path through the wood beside the road provides a safer if muddier option.
Path along Pishill Bottom
The road along the valley is not particularly pedestrian friendly. This path through the wood beside the road provides a safer if muddier option.
Bucks and Oxon Oxfordshire on the left of the track here and Buckinghamshire on the right.
Bucks and Oxon
Oxfordshire on the left of the track here and Buckinghamshire on the right.
Trailer in the mud This square is all farmland apart from the small area of woodland on the horizon.
Trailer in the mud
This square is all farmland apart from the small area of woodland on the horizon.
Ploughed fields from the crossroads
Ploughed fields from the crossroads
Sign for the church at Pishill Also the way to go if following the Oxfordshire Way.
Sign for the church at Pishill
Also the way to go if following the Oxfordshire Way.
Woodland, Watlington The Chiltern Way passing through beeches in Greenfield Wood.
Woodland, Watlington
The Chiltern Way passing through beeches in Greenfield Wood.
Hollandridge Lane and farmland, Pishill A cereal crop and oaks on a ridge to the north of Pishill.
Hollandridge Lane and farmland, Pishill
A cereal crop and oaks on a ridge to the north of Pishill.
Bridleway, Turville Between woodland and pasture to the north of Turville Park Farm.
Bridleway, Turville
Between woodland and pasture to the north of Turville Park Farm.
The Barn at Turville Heath The Barn at Turville Heath is a cafe for walkers and cyclists, which has become very popular since it opened in 2015.

It's run by Turville Heath Farm, which has been owned by the Harman family since 1914.
The Barn at Turville Heath
The Barn at Turville Heath is a cafe for walkers and cyclists, which has become very popular since it opened in 2015. It's run by Turville Heath Farm, which has been owned by the Harman family since 1914.
B480 Patemore Lane, Pishill Bottom Towards Watlington.
B480 Patemore Lane, Pishill Bottom
Towards Watlington.
B480 north of Pishill Extensive vineyards on the right and also out of sight to the left. They seem rather new. I hope the result is passable, otherwise the reviews could be full of puns.
B480 north of Pishill
Extensive vineyards on the right and also out of sight to the left. They seem rather new. I hope the result is passable, otherwise the reviews could be full of puns.
Bridleway behind Turville Park
Bridleway behind Turville Park
Bridleway through Queen Wood The bridleway descends from Christmas Common through Queen Wood.
Bridleway through Queen Wood
The bridleway descends from Christmas Common through Queen Wood.
Wall postbox, by Pishill farmhouse, on B480 road See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6502680">SU7290 : EIIR wall postbox by Pishill farmhouse</a> for detail of wall popstbox.
Wall postbox, by Pishill farmhouse, on B480 road
See SU7290 : EIIR wall postbox by Pishill farmhouse for detail of wall popstbox.
EIIR wall postbox by Pishill farmhouse It is letterbox RG917, the cipher has the crown over the II between the E and the R. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6502669">SU7290 : Wall postbox, by Pishill farmhouse, on B480 road</a> for view of it across B480 road.
EIIR wall postbox by Pishill farmhouse
It is letterbox RG917, the cipher has the crown over the II between the E and the R. See SU7290 : Wall postbox, by Pishill farmhouse, on B480 road for view of it across B480 road.
Cyclist on bridleway near Turville Park Farm
Cyclist on bridleway near Turville Park Farm
Elder trees, stubble cultivator and Dutch barn The elder trees in the hedge have their bunches of white flowers. The Dutch barn is on White Pond Farm. The bridleway down to the farmhouse is beyond the hedge.
Elder trees, stubble cultivator and Dutch barn
The elder trees in the hedge have their bunches of white flowers. The Dutch barn is on White Pond Farm. The bridleway down to the farmhouse is beyond the hedge.
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Whitehill Shaw is located at Grid Ref: SU7290 (Lat: 51.608859, Lng: -0.94782652)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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