Pitstone Hill is a chalk grassland with small areas of woodland and scrub. As you explore the reserve, which has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, you can see lots of rare plant life, including the nationally-scarce pasque flower and field fleawort. At least 26 species of butterfly have been recorded here, and you can also see birds such as skylarks, meadow pipits, and willow warblers.

Nicole

August 24, 2020

Mountain biking

Accessible all year round - it does get a bit more challenging in winter with high wind and wet trails but it's still possible to ride up there on a CX and MTB. It's really worth the effort, the views are stunning. My preference is to come from Northfield Road side and finish on Stocks Road side, it's the more challenging way up (in my opinion) but you get the best views this way across to Ivinghoe Beacon. One of my favourite places to ride in the area.

J Hockey

February 21, 2021

Mountain biking

watch for walkers, invest in a bell or some better brakes

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2. Ashridge Boundary Trail North

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3. Moneybury Hill, Ivinghoe Beacon and Pitstone Hill – Chiltern Hills

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Pitstone, Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Ashridge Estate & Ivinghoe Beacon loop from Tring - Chiltern Hills

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