Round Spinney

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Round Spinney

Leighton Road, Ascott — Leighton Road, Ascott Credit: David Howard

Round Spinney is a small woodland area located in Buckinghamshire, England. Covering approximately 15 acres, it is nestled within the picturesque countryside, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by its dense tree cover, dominated mainly by oak, beech, and birch trees. These trees provide a rich habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of wildflowers, adding to the beauty and biodiversity of the area.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails meander through Round Spinney, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the tranquil surroundings. These paths provide excellent opportunities for walking, jogging, and cycling, making it a favorite spot for outdoor activities.

The woodland is also home to a number of picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal in the heart of nature. Additionally, there are several benches scattered throughout the area, offering resting spots for those who wish to simply sit and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

Round Spinney is easily accessible, with ample parking available nearby. The woodland is open to the public year-round, providing a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or a bird-watching expedition, Round Spinney offers a serene and picturesque setting for all to enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.896647/-0.69945772 or Grid Reference SP8922. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Leighton Road, Ascott

Leighton Road, Ascott

Ascott - picnic area The picnic area is adjacent to the small tea room at the north end of the property close to the car parks.

Ascott - picnic area

The picnic area is adjacent to the small tea room at the north end of the property close to the car parks.

Ascott Visitors make their way along the drive from the car park to the house.

Ascott

Visitors make their way along the drive from the car park to the house.

Ascott - driveway Visitors pass by this attractive white gate between the car park and the house. It is not a long walk but a courtesy buggy is available for those who need it.

Ascott - driveway

Visitors pass by this attractive white gate between the car park and the house. It is not a long walk but a courtesy buggy is available for those who need it.

Ascott - the sunken garden This fountain stands at the centre of the sunken garden to the east of the house.

Ascott - the sunken garden

This fountain stands at the centre of the sunken garden to the east of the house.

Ascott - the evergreen sundial This is an unusual garden feature - a sundial formed entirely from clipped yew and box. Around the central gnomon, formed of different varieties of yew, are the roman numeral figures and beyond that a motto - &#039;Light and shade by turn, but love always&#039;. How effective this is as a timepiece was difficult to assess on a cloudy day.

Ascott - the evergreen sundial

This is an unusual garden feature - a sundial formed entirely from clipped yew and box. Around the central gnomon, formed of different varieties of yew, are the roman numeral figures and beyond that a motto - 'Light and shade by turn, but love always'. How effective this is as a timepiece was difficult to assess on a cloudy day.

Ascott - the evergreen sundial This is an unusual garden feature - a sundial formed entirely from clipped yew and box. In the foreground, around the central gnomon formed of different varieties of yew, are the roman numeral clock figures.

Ascott - the evergreen sundial

This is an unusual garden feature - a sundial formed entirely from clipped yew and box. In the foreground, around the central gnomon formed of different varieties of yew, are the roman numeral clock figures.

Ascott - Madeira Walk The walk is located to the south of the house and is line with a golden yew hedge on the left and, on the right, a wall topped with a hedge of golden holly.

Ascott - Madeira Walk

The walk is located to the south of the house and is line with a golden yew hedge on the left and, on the right, a wall topped with a hedge of golden holly.

Ascott - Madeira Walk Looking towards the summer house at the eastern end of the walk.

Ascott - Madeira Walk

Looking towards the summer house at the eastern end of the walk.

Ascott - Venus Fountain The Venus Fountain is located just off the Madeira Walk in the southern part of the garden. It was designed by Thomas Waldo Story (1854-1915), an American sculptor who lived mainly in Rome.

Ascott - Venus Fountain

The Venus Fountain is located just off the Madeira Walk in the southern part of the garden. It was designed by Thomas Waldo Story (1854-1915), an American sculptor who lived mainly in Rome.

Ascott - approaching the Jubilee Plantation The path around the southern part of the garden leads down these steps - visitors are urged to take care due to their unevenness.

Ascott - approaching the Jubilee Plantation

The path around the southern part of the garden leads down these steps - visitors are urged to take care due to their unevenness.

Ascott - the Dutch Garden Colour abounds in the Dutch Garden at the end of which is the Eros Fountain.

Ascott - the Dutch Garden

Colour abounds in the Dutch Garden at the end of which is the Eros Fountain.

Ascott - Eros Fountain The bronze statue at the end of the Dutch Garden was designed by Thomas Waldo Story who also designed the nearby Venus Fountain (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6954666">SP8922 : Ascott - Venus Fountain</a>).

Ascott - Eros Fountain

The bronze statue at the end of the Dutch Garden was designed by Thomas Waldo Story who also designed the nearby Venus Fountain (see SP8922 : Ascott - Venus Fountain).

Ascott - Eros Fountain and Dutch Garden Looking down from above the grotto to the Eros Fountain and beyond that, stretching away, is the Dutch Garden.

Ascott - Eros Fountain and Dutch Garden

Looking down from above the grotto to the Eros Fountain and beyond that, stretching away, is the Dutch Garden.

Ascott - Lynn Garden The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it&#039;s a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; it incorporates two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lynn Garden

The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it's a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; it incorporates two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lynn Garden The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it&#039;s a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; it incorporates two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lynn Garden

The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it's a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; it incorporates two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lynn Garden The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it&#039;s a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; this is the more northerly of two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lynn Garden

The Lynn Garden is located in the part of the grounds to the north of the house and it's a modern creation by Jacques and Peter Wirtz; this is the more northerly of two ring-shaped ponds. It is named after Lynn Forester, Lady de Rothschild.

Ascott - Lily Pond The Lily Pond is covered with water lilies in summer but was also designed to be used for skating in winter.

Ascott - Lily Pond

The Lily Pond is covered with water lilies in summer but was also designed to be used for skating in winter.

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Round Spinney is located at Grid Ref: SP8922 (Lat: 51.896647, Lng: -0.69945772)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Fountain

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Fountain

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Cafe

pavilion tea room

Opening Hours: Tu-Su 12:00-16:45

Phone: +44 1296 688242

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 51.8988885/-0.70471

Clock

Barometer: no

Date: no

Display: sundial

Faces: 1

Hygrometer: no

Support: ground

Thermometer: no

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Barrier: yes

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