Wappenbury Woods – Ryton Pools Country Park loop from Old Nun Wood

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Wappenbury Woods – Ryton Pools Country Park loop from Old Nun Wood

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Wappenbury Woods – Ryton Pools Country Park loop from Old Nun Wood

02:39

10.2km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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33 m

Old New Wood

Highlight • Natural

This small part of a larger area of ancient woodland is managed as coppice with standards. An excellent show of wildflowers appears in spring, with some rare sightings of Tawny Owls.

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1.06 km

Wappenbury Woods

Highlight • Historical Site

This reserve is a large semi-natural ancient woodland. It is rich in plants, butterflies and birds.

Mentioned in the Domesday Book, records show that Richard of Wappenbury was given modest …

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1.94 km

Sand Martin Nesting Wall, Ryton Pools Country Park

Highlight • Natural

As part of the creation of a new UK Mail facility at the Prologis Park Ryton, our client Prologis had created a temporary borrow pit as part of the works …

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2.02 km

Paget's Pool

Highlight • Lake

Pretty pond with plenty of wildlife to observe.

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3.02 km

Ryton Pools Country Park

Highlight • Trail

The 100 acres of Ryton Pools Country Park are just waiting to be explored. The many different habitats are home to a wide range of birds and other wildlife. The …

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3.03 km

Bubbenhall Lake

Highlight • Lake

Cafe serving cake and hot drinks.

Hours:
Tuesday 10am–5pm
Wednesday 10am–5pm
Thursday 10am–5pm
Friday 10am–5pm
Saturday 9:30am–6pm
Sunday 9:30am–6pm
Monday 10am–5pm

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4.90 km