Upper Fillington Wood

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Upper Fillington Wood

West Wycombe Estate Notice Located on the footpath between Denham Farm and Great Wood, this notice has been erected by the West Wycombe Estate and has the following wording:

                                            WEST WYCOMBE ESTATE

                                                  IN THE INTEREST
                                  OF CONSERVATION AND WILDLIFE
                            PLEASE KEEP TO PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY
                                            AND KEEP DOGS ON LEADS
                                                             
                                                                                      THANK YOU.
West Wycombe Estate Notice Credit: David Hillas

Upper Fillington Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Buckinghamshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a delightful haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The wood is part of a larger forested area, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife.

The wood is predominantly made up of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which provide a stunning display of colors throughout the year. In spring, the forest floor is carpeted with a vibrant array of wildflowers, creating a picturesque setting for a leisurely stroll. Additionally, there are several well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the wood, allowing visitors to explore its many hidden treasures.

Upper Fillington Wood is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a multitude of bird species. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the opportunity to spot various woodland birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes. The wood also boasts a small pond, attracting amphibians and dragonflies, adding to the rich biodiversity of the area.

Visitors to Upper Fillington Wood can enjoy a picnic in one of the designated areas, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. The wood is also a popular spot for photography, with its idyllic scenery providing countless opportunities for capturing the beauty of the natural world.

Overall, Upper Fillington Wood is a stunning woodland retreat that offers a peaceful escape and a chance to reconnect with nature in the heart of Buckinghamshire.

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West Wycombe Estate Notice Located on the footpath between Denham Farm and Great Wood, this notice has been erected by the West Wycombe Estate and has the following wording:

                                            WEST WYCOMBE ESTATE

                                                  IN THE INTEREST
                                  OF CONSERVATION AND WILDLIFE
                            PLEASE KEEP TO PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY
                                            AND KEEP DOGS ON LEADS
                                                             
                                                                                      THANK YOU.
West Wycombe Estate Notice
Located on the footpath between Denham Farm and Great Wood, this notice has been erected by the West Wycombe Estate and has the following wording: WEST WYCOMBE ESTATE IN THE INTEREST OF CONSERVATION AND WILDLIFE PLEASE KEEP TO PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY AND KEEP DOGS ON LEADS THANK YOU.
Former Methodist Church, Radnage Situated in Green End Road at the junction with Radnage Common Road, this church dates from 1865 and was one of several churches in the High Wycombe Methodist Circuit. Services were held here each Sunday at 3.00pm until the final service took place on Sunday 23rd March 2003. It was then converted into a private dwelling.
Former Methodist Church, Radnage
Situated in Green End Road at the junction with Radnage Common Road, this church dates from 1865 and was one of several churches in the High Wycombe Methodist Circuit. Services were held here each Sunday at 3.00pm until the final service took place on Sunday 23rd March 2003. It was then converted into a private dwelling.
Footpath near Huckenden Farm One of four paths running more or less north - south across this square.
Footpath near Huckenden Farm
One of four paths running more or less north - south across this square.
Heading for a Tree The footpath crosses open farmland in a shallow dry valley.
Heading for a Tree
The footpath crosses open farmland in a shallow dry valley.
Footpath leaves the farm track A path heads off over the fields leaving a muddier track that has had vehicles along it. Both are rights of way in this very accessible square.
Footpath leaves the farm track
A path heads off over the fields leaving a muddier track that has had vehicles along it. Both are rights of way in this very accessible square.
Track in Dell's Wood Beech woods near Horsleys Green, A lot of holly undergrowth just here.
Track in Dell's Wood
Beech woods near Horsleys Green, A lot of holly undergrowth just here.
Field and fence at Dell's Farm
Field and fence at Dell's Farm
Sprouts by the Path A strip of sprouts is growing between the footpath and the next field.
Sprouts by the Path
A strip of sprouts is growing between the footpath and the next field.
Track in Leygrove's Wood I seem to have taken quite a few pictures like this today. I guess these beech woods are all a bit alike, but they are all beautiful to walk in at this time of year.
Track in Leygrove's Wood
I seem to have taken quite a few pictures like this today. I guess these beech woods are all a bit alike, but they are all beautiful to walk in at this time of year.
Old Milestone by the A40, south east of Beacon's Bottom Carved stone post by the A40, in parish of Stokenchurch (Wycombe District), Old Dashwood Hill; Studley Green, where old and new roads rejoin at top of Dashwood Hill, in bushes on wedge of ground formed where old road and new roads branch; North of new road, South of old road, on South side of old road. Beaconsfield diamond pillar, erected by the Beaconsfield & Stokenchurch turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: Oxford / 20 / Tetsworth / 8 : : London / 34 / Wycombe / 5 : : XXXIV / Miles from / London / 1744 :  
Rivet benchmark on top.

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1125727 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1125727" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1125727">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>

Milestone Society National ID: BU_LW34
Old Milestone by the A40, south east of Beacon's Bottom
Carved stone post by the A40, in parish of Stokenchurch (Wycombe District), Old Dashwood Hill; Studley Green, where old and new roads rejoin at top of Dashwood Hill, in bushes on wedge of ground formed where old road and new roads branch; North of new road, South of old road, on South side of old road. Beaconsfield diamond pillar, erected by the Beaconsfield & Stokenchurch turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : Oxford / 20 / Tetsworth / 8 : : London / 34 / Wycombe / 5 : : XXXIV / Miles from / London / 1744 : Rivet benchmark on top. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1125727 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: BU_LW34
Old Boundary Marker by Old Dashwood Hill, Stokenchurch parish Parish Boundary Marker by the UC road, in parish of Stokenchurch (Wycombe District), Old Dashwood Hill, Studley Green, outside last house on South end of village, on wide well cut lawn, South side of road.

Inscription reads:-
: WEST / WYCOMBE / PARISH : : STOKENCHURCH / PARISH :
Maker:-
: WILDER :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: BU_LW33pb
Old Boundary Marker by Old Dashwood Hill, Stokenchurch parish
Parish Boundary Marker by the UC road, in parish of Stokenchurch (Wycombe District), Old Dashwood Hill, Studley Green, outside last house on South end of village, on wide well cut lawn, South side of road. Inscription reads:- : WEST / WYCOMBE / PARISH : : STOKENCHURCH / PARISH : Maker:- : WILDER : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: BU_LW33pb
Farmland, Stokenchurch A sweep of rolling arable farmland viewed from the footpath between Barn Wood and Watercroft Wood.
Farmland, Stokenchurch
A sweep of rolling arable farmland viewed from the footpath between Barn Wood and Watercroft Wood.
Beacon's Bottom, Stokenchurch Houses in St Framcis Road and Water End Road viewed from a footpath climbing from the latter.
Beacon's Bottom, Stokenchurch
Houses in St Framcis Road and Water End Road viewed from a footpath climbing from the latter.
Farmland, Studley Green, Stokenchurch Beside a footpath north of the A40. The dry valley winds its way down to Piddington and West Wycombe.
Farmland, Studley Green, Stokenchurch
Beside a footpath north of the A40. The dry valley winds its way down to Piddington and West Wycombe.
Wycombe Road, Studley Green
Wycombe Road, Studley Green
Thirds Wood, Studley Green
Thirds Wood, Studley Green
A40 Wycombe Road Towards Wycombe and London.
A40 Wycombe Road
Towards Wycombe and London.
A40 Wycombe Road Towards Wycombe and London, the old route peels off to the left, to rejoin at the bottom of the hill, it has an inconveniently steep and narrow section. The deviation appears to date from the 1930s.
A40 Wycombe Road
Towards Wycombe and London, the old route peels off to the left, to rejoin at the bottom of the hill, it has an inconveniently steep and narrow section. The deviation appears to date from the 1930s.
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Upper Fillington Wood is located at Grid Ref: SU7994 (Lat: 51.647122, Lng: -0.84570991)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Located within 500m of 51.647122,-0.84570991
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 10:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: HP14 112
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2016-03-19
Lat/Long: 51.647551/-0.8523193
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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