Countryside sites - Totternhoe Knolls Nature Reserve

Name

Totternhoe Knolls Nature Reserve

Overview

Totternhoe Knolls Nature Reserve sits within the Chilterns Area of Natural Beauty.

The ancient spoil tips on this common resulting from medieval quarrying ore now home to a prolific range of wildflowers and butterflies, best seen during spring/summer months.

This common is the location of a medieval motte and bailey castle known as Eglemont which dates from about 1170. There are many stile-free routes and trails in this area.

Admission free.

Map

Nearest postcode

LU6 1

Car park

Yes, off of Castle Hill Road.

Walking

Good starting point for local walks.

Dogs

Welcome, but must be on a lead.

Cycling

Not permitted.

Horse riding

Not permitted.

Access

Steep path prone to be muddy.

Picnic

Next to car park.

Toilets

None.

Café

None.

Friends / volunteers

Occasional Wildlife Trust and National Trust volunteer tasks.