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Dundridge Manor (Bucks) Traditional Cache

Hidden : 12/1/2005
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

A straight forward, no messing, traditional cache. No puzzles, no info gathering and no micros. Park the car and walk down the tree lined path, past the drawbridge and through some lovely woodland until you reach the cache. Extract, log, swap if required, re-hide and enjoy the views.

Dundridge Manor

Dundridge Manor

The origins of Dundridge Manor have somewhat faded over the centuries and no one has a true date of its beginnings. There is definite evidence that in the 2nd half of the 12th Century, there was both a manor and a chapel at the site and that it was built on the site of Iron Age occupation. The only original feature that now remains, is the surrounding moat; as more recent buildings have long since replaced the manor.

The name 'Dundridge' is probably a derivation of the Old English words 'dun hrycg' or 'bare ridge' which also would confirm its pre 12th Century dating, as much of the Chilterns was once bare before major forestation happened around the 12th and 13th Centuries.

Today, the area of 'Dudridge Manor' houses a collection of residential properties complete with a drawbridge to take the houses' residents across the moat.

You are looking for a 1.5Ltr Tupperware container in a camo bag. Be aware that the bridleway can become very muddy, especially after heavy rain so sensible walking boots are recommended.

Best place to park is 'around' N51 45.132 W000 40.127. These co-ordinates take you to the road end of the drive, and you can safely park on the verge just after the entrance. Please park courteously and be mindful of any gates and entrances. DO NOT park on the driveway of Dundridge Manor!

Things to see
things to see

Original Cache Contents:
Camo Bag
Great Expectations DVD
Micro Container
Blank Magnet
Wax Potpourris
Post-it Notes
Handmade Bag with Incense Cones
Red Balloon

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Gjragl frira cnprf sebz ubefr whzc FR nybat oevqyrjnl. Sbhe gehaxrq gerr gb evtug bs lbh.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)