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Park / Green space Circular

Cliveden Woodland and Duke of Sutherland Viewpoint

Buckinghamshire

Distance
2.2 mi
Est. time
2h
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Start by the information centre at the southern pedestrian gate of Cliveden's main visitor car park in the Walled Garden. Paid estate admission or National Trust membership is required, with parking included. Allow about two hours for this woodland circuit and viewpoint stops.

Follow the path signed Woodlands along the edge of the Water Garden. Leave through the wooden gate and continue south on Green Drive, crossing the estate drive carefully near the entry kiosk. Beyond the last Cliveden Village houses, bear left at the Play Trail junction, then right at the next fork. Turn right at the T-junction onto the upper woodland path.

Follow signs for the Duke's Statue, with glimpses of the Thames below the wooded slope. At the Duke of Sutherland viewpoint, turn right along the lime-tree avenue. Rejoin Green Drive and turn left to return through the Water Garden.

The paths have earth, gravel and grassy sections, short slopes, exposed roots and winter puddles. Wear shoes with grip, keep to the upper path and take care beside steep wooded slopes. Dogs need short leads through the garden section and must follow the estate's signed dog-access rules.

Cafes, toilets and a water refill point are available around the main visitor area. Check the estate's seasonal opening and last-entry times before travelling, and leave enough time to return before the gates close.

Based on the National Trust's Cliveden Woodland Walking Trail. Full route map and visitor guidance checked on 3 October 2026. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/oxfordshire-buckinghamshire-berkshire/cliveden/cliveden-woodland-walk

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
2.2 mi (3.5 km)
Est. time
2h
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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