Great Heron Wood Walks & Route Maps

This first shorter route explores the tranquil setting of Great Heron Wood, where tall trees and dappled light create a calm and shady atmosphere.

The route also passes through the Gusbourne Estate, with its neatly lined vineyards adding a striking contrast to the woodland paths.

A gentle mix of open views and sheltered woodland makes this a varied and refreshing walk, perfect for stretching your legs at an easy pace.

This much longer route option offers a peaceful mix of shady woodland paths and open countryside.

Like the first walk, it begins in Great Heron Wood, where the tall trees create a cool, calm setting and birdsong echoes through the canopy.

The walk then eventually meets the Royal Military Canal, a striking waterway built as a defence line during the Napoleonic Wars.

With its blend of history, woodland, waterside walking and wide views, this is a rewarding and varied walk for those wanting to stretch their legs and enjoy a longer, more varied outing.