スタントンハーコートでの 周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

Pinkhill Lock is a picturesque lock on the River Thames, located between Eynsham and Oxford. It’s a peaceful spot, perfect for a riverside walk or a break while kayaking or paddleboarding. The lock is surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife, making it a great place to pause and enjoy nature. Nearby, you’ll find Pinkhill Meadow, a nature reserve known for its rich biodiversity, particularly its birdlife. If you’re lucky, you might spot kingfishers or herons along the water. It’s a hidden gem for those exploring the Thames Path, offering a tranquil escape from busier sections of the river.

The attractive pheasant was introduced to Europe from Asia for hunting. It loves our local countryside, and eats a wide range of food including grain, worms, spiders and green shoots. It nests on the ground among thick vegetation laying 6-15 eggs which hatch after 23 days. The mosaic jokingly pairs the pheasant with its arch-enemy the fox in a permanent pas-de-deux.

A favourite with the midges in hot weather!

Well worth the detour for the full English at Oxford boat club

This is where the Thames almost meets Farmoor Reservoir. As you hike along the footpath here, you are walking on a thin strip of land between the two waters. The Thames is vibrant and peaceful in the summer and you can walk along it as far as you like, on the Thames Path or, locally, the Oxford Greenbelt Way.

Built in 1791, Pinkhill Lock lies on the edge of Farmoor Reservoir in the vibrant Oxford landscape. The lock itself is particularly pretty and if you want to admire it for longer, you can even camp on the lock's island in the middle of the Thames – quite a unique site.

Nice section, dry in winter. Leads down the thames path

Two great pub options at this bridge for some well earned fuel.