The obelisk at the north-western edge of Moat Wood in Trent Park was built around 1700. You'll find far-reaching views from the top, which is the highest point in the park and a nice little hill to run in both directions.

Kit P

September 6, 2022

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This impressive obelisk lies just off the London LOOP trail in Enfield's Trent Country Park. It was put here in the 30s, having been moved from Wrest Park by the owner of Trent House. It's Grade II-listed and is well worth making a detour for.

Isaac Kenyon

June 17, 2020

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Placed here on the northern boundary in 1934 from Wrest Park by the extravagant bon vivant and owner of Trent House, Sir Phillip Sassoon.
The aesthetics of the vista and perspective approaching uphill through the wood-lined clearing off-set by the hubris and niggling disquiet once arriving at the Grade II Listed obelisk (bearing an incorrect date.)
A line from Shelley’s “Ozymandias” comes to mind;
...” Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair...”

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1. Trent Country Park — Yellow Walking Route

4.60km

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2. Trent Park Café – The Duke's Pyramid Obelisk loop from Oak Hill Wood Nature Reserve

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120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Trent Park Obelisk – The Duke's Pyramid Obelisk loop from Cockfosters

5.55km

01:29

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Trent Park Obelisk

1. Trent Country Park — Yellow Walking Route

2. Trent Park Café – The Duke's Pyramid Obelisk loop from Oak Hill Wood Nature Reserve

3. Trent Park Obelisk – The Duke's Pyramid Obelisk loop from Cockfosters

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