Countryside sites - Campton Plantation

Name

Campton Plantation

Overview

Formerly part of Chicksands Priory, this 15.4 hectare woodland contains splendid old trees, is an important site for bats, badgers and snowdrops and is home to an exciting new sculpture trail! Follow the arrows around the wood and see what you can find. A great place to walk, ride, watch wildlife or picnic.

Map

Nearest postcode

SG17 5TQ

Car park

Central Bedfordshire Council Offices at weekends only, otherwise walk from Shefford.

Walking

A series of paths cross the wood.

Dogs

Welcome but must be kept under control.

Cycling

On the bridleway.

Horse riding

On the bridleway.

Access

Gently sloping in places, no surfaced paths.

Picnic

Several benches and picnic tables.

Toilets

None.

Café

Nearest in Shefford Town Centre.

Friends / volunteers

Occasional volunteer tasks.