Savernake Named Oaks

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Overview

A walk around 18 of the named oaks in Savernake Forest (and a few beeches). Some of them are believed to be more than 1000 years old. An undulating walk entirely within the forest. There are toilets only at the lunch stop.

Thursday, 7 August 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

This is a picnic walk and will include a morning refreshment stop. Please bring all refreshments for the day.

Please contact the leader in advance as we may leave early if all expected are present.

Please car share if possible as there is limited parking space at the start.

Features

Toilets available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 23718 65611
Nearest postcode:: SN8 3UU
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Track junction Grand Avenue and Three Oak Hill Drive.

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