An Oxfordshire landscape cared for by its community
Cumnor Hurst
Ancient woodland, open grassland and wildlife on the western edge of Oxford.
Explore Cumnor Hurst
A place to walk, discover and look after.
Cumnor Hurst is a special landscape of woodland, grassland and paths, enjoyed by local people and visitors throughout the year. It is owned by the Parish Council and cared for with the help of local volunteers.
Use the interactive map to find your way around, then explore the stories, wildlife and conservation work that make the Hurst special.
For visitors
Make the most of your visit
Useful information for walkers, dog walkers and anyone discovering the Hurst for the first time.
Visiting
Paths, access, dogs, practical information and things to be aware of.
Read more → 02Wildlife & nature
Discover the habitats, plants, animals and seasonal changes found across the Hurst.
Discover more → 03History
Explore the history of this distinctive landscape and the people connected with it.
Explore the history → 04Events
Find upcoming events, guided walks, volunteer sessions and activities taking place on the Hurst.
See upcoming events → 05News
Read the latest news, conservation updates and stories from the Cumnor Hurst community.
Read the latest news →Looking after the Hurst
Conservation is a community effort.
As an SSSI, Cumnor Hurst is recognised for its special wildlife and habitats. Looking after those habitats takes regular work: managing vegetation, keeping paths usable, monitoring wildlife and responding to changing conditions.
How the Hurst is managed →There is always something different to notice on the Hurst.
Discover it for yourselfGet involved
Help care for Cumnor Hurst.
The Hurst is cared for with the help of local volunteers. From practical conservation work to sharing knowledge and observations, there are many ways to contribute.
Find out about volunteering →