Get Ready for Autumn: Autumn Walks

Autumn Walks

An autumn nature walk is a wonderful way to experience the beauty and changes of the season. Here are some glorious autumn walks.

1. Ashridge Estate, Hertfordshire

Ashridge Estate in the Chiltern Hills is a 5,000-acre National Trust property renowned for its breathtaking autumn colours. The six-mile Autumn Colour Trail leads to remote areas with vibrant foliage, featuring beech, oak, and lime trees at their finest: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/ashridge-estate

2. Brechfa Forest, Abergorlech, Carmarthenshire

Brechfa Forest, formerly Glyn Cothi Forest, has a rich history transitioning from local to royal management. Today, spanning 6,500 hectares, it's managed by Natural Resources Wales. In autumn, it's a global tree showcase. With various trails and the Gorlech mountain bike route, along with the nearby rivers Gorlech and Cothi, it's an outdoor enthusiast's haven: https://naturalresources.wales/days-out/places-to-visit/south-west-wales/brechfa-forest-abergorlech/?lang=en

3. Allen Banks, Northumberland

Allen Banks in Northumberland is a hidden gem with a lost-world charm. The River Allen has sculpted a dramatic gorge, surrounded by ancient beech and oak woodlands. The best time to visit is in October when the forest erupts with autumn colours and unique fungi. Explore 250 hectares of rich flora and fauna, including wild garlic in spring. Keep an eye out for red squirrels, roe deer, and diverse bird species. As you explore, find medieval ruins and a Victorian summerhouse with stunning views: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/allen-banks-and-staward-gorge

4. Derwentwater, Cumbria

Derwentwater, at the heart of Keswick and Borrowdale, is a tranquil gem known as the 'Queen of the Lakes.' This 10-mile loop offers pebbled shores and autumn woodlands. Explore lakeside viewpoints, historic sculptures, or venture into surrounding woodlands and fells for a memorable Lake District experience: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/borrowdale-and-derwent-water