Badbury Hill
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- Location:
- Faringdon
- Postcode:
- SN7 7NL
- Parking:
There is a dedicated free National Trust car park for Badbury Hill, located off a minor road near Great Coxwell and Faringdon, in Oxfordshire (close to the Berkshire border). The car park provides direct access to the woodland paths and the hillfort. It is a relatively small car park and can get busy at peak times, especially on sunny weekends, for this popular Oxfordshire/Berkshire beauty spot.
- Distance:
- 2.60 miles
- Time:
- 1.10 hours
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
- Terrain:
The terrain at Badbury Hill in Oxfordshire/Berkshire consists of woodland paths which can be uneven, muddy after rain, and feature exposed tree roots. There are some gentle to moderate slopes as you walk around the hilltop and hillfort ramparts. Main paths are generally well-defined. Suitable for most walkers, but wear appropriate footwear for woodland conditions. This Oxfordshire/Berkshire site offers pleasant woodland walking.
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Upgrade to PLUSExplore Badbury Hill in Oxfordshire, an area of attractive woodland crowning a prominent hilltop, known for its distinctive clumps of beech trees and its Iron Age hillfort. This walk offers stunning panoramic views across the Vale of White Horse, towards the Cotswolds, and the distant Berkshire Downs. Badbury Hill is a popular local beauty spot, rich in history and natural beauty, managed by the National Trust. This Oxfordshire/Berkshire borderland site is a delight for walkers.
Paths and tracks wind through the beech woodlands of Badbury Hill and around the ramparts of the Iron Age hillfort. The views from the edge of the woodland and clearings are exceptional, especially at sunset. The area is particularly beautiful in spring with bluebells and in autumn when the beech leaves turn golden. It's a relatively compact site, perfect for a shorter walk combined with enjoying the vistas. This Oxfordshire/Berkshire landmark is steeped in atmosphere.
- Discover Badbury Hill in Oxfordshire/Berkshire, a wooded hilltop with an Iron Age hillfort.
- Enjoy stunning panoramic views across the Vale of White Horse and surrounding countryside.
- Walk through beautiful beech woodlands, especially lovely in spring (bluebells) and autumn.
- Explore a National Trust site rich in history and natural beauty near Faringdon.
A circular walk around Badbury Hill, taking in the hillfort and viewpoints, is typically around 1-2 miles, making it an ideal short but rewarding outing in this Oxfordshire/Berkshire location. It can be combined with visits to nearby attractions like Buscot Park or Faringdon Folly.
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