Download a leaflet about Burnham Beeches, containing a map and
information on the Reserve's history and wildlife, and a large
version of the map.
Welcome to Burnham Beeches leaflet
(1mb)
Download a large version of the map of Burnham
Beeches (4mb)
Where to go at Burnham Beeches
There are three self-guided trails for visitors to
explore in the Beeches. The Sensory Trail is the shortest at
just under one mile long, taking under an hour and is suitable for
families with children and people who are less mobile. It
incorporates five tactile sculptures, some accessible seating as
well as an audio guide (
see the disabled access and Sensory Trail page).
The Historical Trail is around five miles long and takes about
2.5 hours, this is probably better suited for more seasoned
walkers.
The Geology trail was devised in 2011 by Graham Hickman of the
Bucks Earth Heritage Group
http://www.bucksgeology.org.uk/. It is a 3km
route that takes about 11/2 hours to complete and looks at the
various geological features that can be found at Burnham
Beeches.
Download The Historical Trail
(8mb)
Download the Sensory trail factsheet
(480kb)
Download the Geology trail
leaflet (1.3mb)
Arranging visits and events for groups and schools
If you are organising an event or visit for a group or school to
Burnham Beeches, you may need to apply for a licence.
Licences are free, but can take up to a minimum of
two weeks to arrange. Please email
burnham.beeches@cityoflondon.org.uk
for more information about site visits.
Walking your dog at Burnham Beeches
Approximately 35 per cent of the 500,000 visits made to
Burnham Beeches each year are by people bringing a dog with them.
Following public consultation the Burnham Beeches Dog Code was
launched with the aim of promoting responsible dog walking at our
National Nature Reserve. As part of this launch we have produced a
new information sheet for dog walkers. The sheet gives advice on
how best to enjoy your walk at the Beeches whilst ensuring that you
follow all the bylaws.The factsheet is also available from the
Burnham Beeches Office.
Download the dog fact sheet (436kb)
Cycling
Cyclists are welcome at Burnham Beeches and we would like to
encourage more visitors to come by bike rather than car. But at
just one square mile with 500,000 visitors each year we are too
small to permit off-road cycling. Cyclists are, however, welcome to
use the network of tarmac surfaced roads, the majority of which are
closed to cars. The factsheet is available from the Burnham Beeches
Office or can be downloaded below.
Download the Cycling fact
sheet (300kb)
Burnham Beeches factsheets
Burnham Beeches has created a number of different fact sheets to
help you find out more about the site, its habitats and our
policies. Please choose from the downloads below.
Download the Pollards factsheet
(324kb)
Download the Wood Pasture factsheet
(318kb)
Download the Deadwood factsheet (99kb)
Download the fungi fact sheet (216kb)
Download the Transportation Strategy Information
Sheet (109kb)
Download the Sensory trail factsheet
here (468kb)
Burnham Beeches Byelaws
When the City of London bought the Beeches in 1880, a set of
byelaws were drawn up to help with the management of the site. The
latest version of the Burnham Beeches byelaws is available
below.
Download the Byelaws
here (68kb)