by Keira Garrigan | Nov 7, 2023
A former gravel pit, Thrupp Lake has been transformed into a wildlife safe haven for many protected species – including otters. Follow the clearly signposted circular route, at 1.7km it’s perfect for a stroll with little ones, and enjoy taking in the sights and...
by Keira Garrigan | Nov 1, 2023
Otmoor, you are quite spectacular! File this one for late November/ December and into January when the starlings will descend in their thousands to roost in the trees and you will be privy to the most breath-taking murmuration. Between 80 – 100k will come to...
by Keira Garrigan | Oct 29, 2023
This working farm is just the ticket for a little adventure. Walk amongst the piglets (my favourite part) feed the sheep (animal feed purchased from the farm shop), stroke the lambs during lambing season, take a peek at the calves and marvel at the size of the...
by Keira Garrigan | Oct 26, 2023
If you are a regular at Shotover then you may know that it’s a really great spot for mountain biking, but there’s also some gentle slopes and fun jumps in the eastern corner which can be accessed via Hosrpath. It reminds me of a BMX track I used to go to...
by Keira Garrigan | Oct 26, 2023
What a treetop adventure! I say this not as somebody who has watched from the ground but got involved – why should the children have all the fun?! Well organised, safe, lots of fun, a little bit terrifying with a big adrenaline rush. I genuinely felt challenged...
