Grimstone's Furze

Wood, Forest in Buckinghamshire

England

Grimstone's Furze

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

Grimstone's Furze is a picturesque woodland located in Buckinghamshire, England. Stretching over an area of approximately 200 acres, this enchanting forest is known for its dense foliage and diverse array of flora and fauna. It is situated in close proximity to the village of Grimstone, hence its name.

The woodland is characterized by its towering oak, beech, and birch trees, which provide a majestic canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, creating a stunning tapestry of colors during the spring and summer months.

Grimstone's Furze is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a wide variety of species. Visitors may catch a glimpse of elusive creatures such as deer, badgers, and foxes, as well as an abundance of birdlife, including woodpeckers and owls. The forest is also known for its resident bats, which can often be seen darting through the twilight sky.

For those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature, Grimstone's Furze offers numerous walking trails and pathways that meander through the woods. These well-maintained routes allow visitors to explore the forest's hidden nooks and crannies, discover secret clearings, and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Grimstone's Furze is not only a natural gem but also an important ecological site. The woodland is managed by conservation organizations, ensuring its preservation and protection for future generations to enjoy.

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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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Grimstone's Furze is located at Grid Ref: SP8923 (Lat: 51.899489, Lng: -0.69864896)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Located within 500m of 51.899489,-0.69864896

Cafe

pavilion tea room

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

Phone: +44 1296 688242

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 51.8988885/-0.70471

Barrier: yes

Lat/Long: 51.8980923/-0.7046092

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