Very Beautiful and bikes, unusually, are allowed. Sports equipment, benches, logs and so many different species of tree. Can you find the sneaky route to the cast iron bridge over the road to Brooks Sports centre? Hint-find gap in railing near Maxwells House that used to be attached to this lovely arboretum. 2 mins uphill and you'll find the bridge.. From here you'll easily get to the top of South Park across Cheney Lane. Don't miss Oxford very own Toad gin distillery near by on Cheney lane. Not far from East Oxford's colourful Cowley road with shops, cafes, pharmacy and...
Read moreThis small park nestled between two of Oxford's major roads is a functional and pretty space with an undulating circular walk and dramatic mature trees. Woodland planting of anemones, species tulips, daffodils and tulips make it especially pretty in spring. Dramatic trees include botanical specialities like a Handkerchief Tree. Exercise trail with equipment and the gentle gradient of the hill make this a good site for gentle restorative exercise, and a calm...
Read moreA damn fine park! It has all the basic park stuff. Grass. Trees. Paths. Also has more modern additions, such as ramps n' stuff for parkour, and a little bodyweight fitness station! It is genuinely quite a nice place for walk, although in summer it will be overrun by visiting students, so take note if that's not your thing. Also known as Squirrel Park, all I've ever called it, and probably ever will, because...
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