Lynhurst Crescent, North Hillingdon, Hayes, Uxbridge UB10 9EQ
Gutteridge Wood and Meadows
Ancient woodland
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Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
6.2An ancient oak-and-hazel coppice wood opens out into adjoining meadows in North Hillingdon. In spring, bluebells carpet the woodland floor; the reserve is also described as a year-round haven for birds and wildflowers.
A substantial 25-hectare woodland-and-meadow reserve with an ancient oak and hazel coppice, spring bluebells and trails that connect into a wider green corridor. Its strongest draw is the contrast between woodland and open meadows, rather than a single headline attraction.
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The experience
Explore a sizeable pocket of woodland and meadow on the Hillingdon Trail. The reserve has several named access approaches, and a boardwalk in places; no verified circuit, distance or duration is supplied.
Things to do
See the spring bluebells
Visit in spring to see the woodland floor carpeted with bluebells, as described by London Wildlife Trust.
Explore the woodland and meadows
Walk between the ancient oak-and-hazel coppice and its adjoining meadows; a boardwalk is present in places.
Walk a section of the Hillingdon Trail
The trail runs through the reserve and connects it with Ten Acre Wood and Meadows to the east and Ickenham Marsh to the north. No route distance or walking time is supplied.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
A short woodland-and-meadow visit
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Use one of the reserve access points identified by London Wildlife Trust, checking current access conditions first.
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Explore the woodland and adjoining meadows at your own pace; a boardwalk is present in places.
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In spring, look for bluebells beneath the woodland canopy.
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Follow the Hillingdon Trail connection
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Join the Hillingdon Trail at the reserve.
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Explore the woodland and meadows, noting that a boardwalk is present in places.
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Continue along the trail towards Ten Acre Wood and Meadows to the east or Ickenham Marsh to the north, if the route and conditions suit your plans.
When to go
April · May · No time-of-day recommendation is supported by the supplied sources.
London Wildlife Trust describes the woodland as carpeted with bluebells in spring. It also describes the reserve as a year-long haven for birds and wildflowers.
No site-specific weather or ground-condition information is supplied. Check conditions before setting out.
What to look for
In spring, look for bluebells across the woodland floor. Notice the transition between the oak-and-hazel coppice and the adjoining meadows, and watch for birds and wildflowers. The supplied sources do not identify particular species or individual veteran trees.
Best time to go
Spring, especially when the bluebells flower; the reserve is described as a year-round haven for birds and wildflowers.
Spring for the woodland bluebells. The reserve is also described as a haven for birds and wildflowers throughout the year.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Wildlife lovers · Photographers
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
London Wildlife Trust identifies entrances from Lynhurst Crescent, Hillingdon Path and Charville Lane, and describes walking trails through the reserve. Check current access conditions before visiting.
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Parking
Street parking is available in Lynhurst Crescent, according to London Wildlife Trust. Check local restrictions and availability before travelling.
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Dogs
The source row says dogs are allowed, but gives no rules or restrictions. Check current reserve guidance and signage before visiting.
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Accessibility
A boardwalk is present in places. Surface, step-free access and suitability for wheelchairs or pushchairs are not established by the supplied evidence; check before visiting.
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Around Gutteridge Wood and Meadows
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
