This event is
conveniently located on the Northants / Bucks border in
Salcey forest.
Time:
10.00-15.00
Date:
Saturday 7th August
Location:
Meet /
mingle around the Forest Café. Picnic area also nearby
Parking:
The
main car park costs £3 for the day though there is some free
parking available.
Salcey
Forest is a
former medieval hunting forest. It lies to the east of the village
of Hartwell, between Northampton and Newport Pagnell. It is managed by the Forestry Commission
and is still commercially exploited for timber products.
In 2005, a tree
top forest walk was constructed. It rises through the forest to
about 15 meters (49ft) high, at a gradient not exceeding 1 in 12.
At the end, a raised viewing platform sits above it at 18 metres
(59ft) from the ground, which is accessed by stairs.
There are public
footpaths through the forest and a range of wildlife can be
observed. The forest is a remnant of the medieval royal hunting
forest. Reminders of the past can still be found, with many miles
of ancient woodbanks, building remains
and ancient trees. The 'druids' or veteran oaks in Salcey are rare and amazing wildlife habitats, and
some of the old oaks are believed to be over 500 years
old.
The forest has a
café in one of the main parking areas, next to the children's play
area.
More info here
There are 4
existing caches in or near the forest (now that TAG has archived
Secret Army
L)
·
Salcey
Forest #1
(Northants)
·
Salcey
Forest #2 (currently
disabled)
·
Tree
Walk
·
The
Small Trail #2
We are placing
more caches in the area and may have a Wherigo too so should be a good number to get on
the day.
Look forward to
meeting as many of you as possible on the day. Don’t forget
your picnic and some chairs if you are not eating at the
Café.