Welcome to Kingsclere Woodlands

Kingsclere Woodlands is a beautiful and serene natural area located in Hampshire, England. The woodlands are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including ancient oak trees, wildflowers, and a variety of bird species. The woodlands are a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers, who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and observe the local wildlife.

The woodlands are also steeped in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The area was once used for hunting by the Kings of England, and later became a popular spot for picnics and leisurely walks. Today, the woodlands are managed by the Hampshire Wildlife Trust, who work to preserve the natural beauty of the area and protect the local wildlife.

Visitors to Kingsclere Woodlands can enjoy a range of activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The woodlands are also home to a number of walking trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, or simply want to explore the natural beauty of Hampshire, Kingsclere Woodlands is a must-visit destination.

Local Schools

School	Details
Kingsclere Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Hannah Melrose	Ash Grove Kingsclere Newbury Hampshire RG20 5RE 01635298583 School Website
Ecchinswell And Sydmonton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Sharon Pole	Ecchinswell Newbury Hampshire RG20 4UA 01635298288 School Website
Cheam School Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr William Phelps	Headley Thatcham Berkshire Thatcham RG19 8LD 1635268242 School Website
Ashford Hill Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty Kingham	Ashford Hill Road Ashford Hill Thatcham Berkshire RG19 8BB 1189813822 School Website
Grantham Farm Montessori School Other Independent School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Ms Emma Wetherley	Inhurst Lane Baughurst Tadley Hampshire RG26 5JS 7388801575 School Website
The Hurst Community College Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Jayne Mclaren	Brimpton Road Baughurst Tadley Hampshire RG26 5NL 01189817474 School Website
The Clere School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Robin Milner	Earlstone Common Burghclere Newbury Hampshire RG20 9HP 01635278372 School Website
Burghclere Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Beulah Letchford	Church Lane Newbury Hampshire RG20 9HT 01635278523 School Website
St Michael's School Other Independent School Ages:4-18 Head Teacher Father John Brucciani	Harts Lane Burghclere Newbury Berkshire RG20 9JW 1635278137
Brimpton C E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Heidi Davies	Brimpton Lane Brimpton Reading Berkshire RG7 4TL 01189712311 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Thatcham Station Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4PP 4.72 Miles

Overton Station Hill, Overton, Hampshire, RG25 3JG 4.92 Miles

Midgham Station Road, Woolhampton, Berkshire, RG7 5SE 5.65 Miles

Newbury Racecourse Hambridge Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5ST 5.87 Miles

Newbury Station Approach, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5DG 6.04 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Jacs Mini Coach Travel 01635 582929 New Greenham Park, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 6HW 3.63 Miles
Mistral Cars 01635 38208 89D New Greenham Pk, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 6HN 3.80 Miles
1St Call Private Hire 0118 982 0000 The Nursery/Paices Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4PG 4.65 Miles
Kenikabs Taxi's 01635 48946 6 Bury's Bank Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8SL 4.90 Miles
Newbury Taxi Biz 07875 767385 23 Deadman's Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8XS 4.95 Miles
A To B Executive Cars 07774 680271 65 Sandleford Lane, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8XQ 4.97 Miles
William Taxi 01635 869541 Linton/Pentland Pl, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 3YL 5.12 Miles
D And I Cars 0118 981 2812 7 Brook Green, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 3SE 5.13 Miles
Wheels Taxis 07500 700961 11 Swansdown Walk, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 3SL 5.40 Miles
Kennet And Avon Cars 01635 847853 The Flat/12C Bath Rd, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 3SX 5.45 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Fire Station Kingsclere Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fawcorner Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Po Kingsclere Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Newbury Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knowl Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wolverton Church Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wolverton Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pitthouse Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg19 The Durbridges Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Oak Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Malt House Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Plawstow Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cheam School Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wolverton Common Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hannington Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Watership Down Health 01635 296000	Kingsclere Health Centre North Street, Kingsclere Newbury Berkshire RG20 5QX
Thornford Park	Crookham Hill Crookham Common Thatcham Berkshire RG19 8ET
Tadley Medical Partnership 0118 9816661	Morland Surgery 40 New Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 3AN
Tadley Medical P'ship 0118 9814166	The Tadley Medical P'ship Holmwood Hc,Franklin Ave Tadley Hampshire RG26 4ER
Burdwood Surgery 01635 868006	The Burdwood Surgery Wheelers Grn Way,Thatcham Newbury Berkshire RG19 4YF

Local Stores

Tadley - Franklin Avenue
98 Franklin Avenue
Tadley
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG26 4EU
01189 817843
Store Website
4.50 miles

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SPAR - Kingsclere
Kushram Limited
Swan Street Stores
5 Swan Street
Kingsclere, Newbury
RG20 5PP
01635 297 035
Store Website
0.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gkg Vets
19 George Street Kingsclere Berkshire RG20 5NH 01635 297557 elizabeth@gkgvets.co.uk Website 0.11 miles

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Berkshire Equine Ltd
Flat 1 Headley Stud Headley Thatcham Berkshire RG19 8LB 01635 243707 beoffice@berkshireequine.uk Website 2.34 miles

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Foxhold House Surgery
Crookham Common Thatcham Berkshire RG19 8EL 01635 254 544 Reception@coachhousevets.com Website 3.40 miles
Amenities
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Consultations by appointment and 24 hour emergency cover provided
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Consultations by appointment and 24 hour emergency cover provided

Donnington Grove Veterinary Group
Tadley Surgery Newchurch Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 4TR 4.38 miles
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Gkg Vets
55 Station Road Thatcham Berkshire RG19 4PZ 01635 868047 elizabeth@gkgvets.co.uk Website 5.16 miles
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Gp Vets
17 West Street Tadley Hampshire RG26 3ST 01189 813668 basingstoke@gpvets.com Website 5.21 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Greenham Common
Large Area To Walk On With Many Different Paths And Watering Holes Around. There Are Horses And Cattle Running Free And Its Usually Fairly Popular With Cyclist As Well As Children And All Types Of Dog Owners! 34 Burys Bank Rd Thatcham Lancashire RG19 8BZ 4.40 miles Main Car Park Listed Above Does Get Locked At 8Pm Summer And 6Pm Winter. There Is An Old Air Control Tower Here Which You Can See From The Road.

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Canal Towpath Newbury
This Path Follows The Kennet &Amp; Avon Canal. I Started At The Discovery Centre Just Outside Newbury On The Road To Thatcham Where You Will Find Free Parking And A Cafe. There Is A Dirt Track That Crosses Over The Railway Track Taking You Down To The Canal. My Dog Loved It, Although Being A Cockapoo He Did Spend A Lot Of Time Trying To Get Into The Canal. It’S A Relaxing Route Which Is Level. The Nature Discovery Centre Lower Way Lancashire 5.31 miles

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Roman Silchester
Silchester Roman Town Car Park Reading Lancashire RG7 2HP 7.15 miles Follow The Brown English Heritage Signs To 'Roman Silchester'

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Donnington Castle
Donnington Castle Farm Cottage Castle Ln Donnington Newbury RG14 2LE 7.61 miles

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St Mary Bourne Loop
This 6.9 Mile (9Km) Walk Starts And Finishes At The St Mary Bourne Village Shop. There Is A Small Car Park And Recreation Ground Here. 4 Bourne Mdw St Mary Bourne Andover SP11 6BE 8.47 miles Grid Reference Su 421 503, W3w.Co/Fruitcake.Spooked.Bring

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Snelsmore Common
Great Country Walk With Pathed Areas And A Good Wide Track Within Lots Of The Walks. The Common Has A Good Choice Of Different Walks For Repeat Visits And Is Quite Flat Although There Are More Wooded Area's For Exploring Arlington Manor Snelsmore Common Newbury RG14 3BQ 8.60 miles Head Towards Newbury And The Park Is Opposite Mary Hare School

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