![]() Here at Blenheim we are trying our hardest to preserve the old trees and woodland by cutting back the younger competition and therefore giving them light, and also collecting acorns to grow on for the next generation. Walking amongst the ancient oaks is like walking back in time and you wonder what they have seen in their life time and what stories they could tell. That is why it has been naturally preserved for so long – most of the trees are at least four hundred years old, there are even some that are a thousand years old. Henry I used it for hunting deer and being part of a Royal forest, no one was allowed to harvest wood from the area. “The Ancient Oaks are part of a medieval wood Known as Wychwood Forest, the majority of the ancient oaks on Blenheim Estates are located in an area called High Park. The number and age of these oaks make for a landscape unlike any other in its beauty and atmosphere. In other veteran oaks, as leaves and branches are shed from the crown, naturally, or by storm damage, the tree can begin to exhibit intricate shapes from the remaining bare larger branches, taking on the appearance of stag horns and creating a palpable sense of age. Although the veteran period of the oak life cycle is one of natural decline, this oak is still producing new growth and has a dense canopy with massive, sprawling limbs. In the latter part of their life cycle the oak starts a natural process of slowing down crown growth and losing outer branches (retrenchment), making trunk size expand with age. The oldest was thought to be the King Oak but is now believed to be the oak featured in this post image, estimated at 1,046 years old. Within, there are are roughly 968 veteran oaks (over 400 years old). Head Forester Nick Baimbridge guided the team through an area in the estate known as High Park. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with cycling.Back in September, some of the IGPOTY team visited Blenheim Palace to capture some of their magnificent veteran oaks. Birdland Park and Gardens and The Model Village are also worth visiting. Chipping Norton Golf Club and Fairytale Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cotswold Wildlife Park and Crocodiles of the World. This cottage is located in Chipping Norton. To the front of the cottage you'll find a country cottage garden and garden furniture.Ī short stroll along the lane will take you to the beautiful pastoral views seen in the photo gallery and a short walk into the village takes you along a tree-lined lane leading to the village's Wychwood Wild Garden, 12.5 acres of woodland, gardens and ponds - quintessential Cotswold country and absolutely charming. With a bath and overhead shower, wash basin, wc and a heated towel rail. With 5’ king-size bed and an LCD television with Freeview and DVD player. NB: Please note the steps to the first floor are very steep. With an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer box, microwave and washer/dryer. When it's time for dinner, a gateleg table and chairs allows more formal dining. ![]() ![]() LCD television with Freeview, DVD player and CD radio. With a large inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. Two small well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). This property is suitable for two guests only. As such the cottage may not be suitable for anyone with limited mobility. PLEASE NOTE that the stairs are characteristic of a period cottage and are therefore a little steep but do have a handrail. PARKING - Please note there is parking round the corner from Bay Tree down a quiet lane called Swinbrook Lane. Four legged friends are welcome too and when it comes to walking routes, you'll be spoilt for choice. Packed with period features flagstone floors, original beams and a generous stone fireplace complete with wood burning stove, it's obvious that Bay Tree Cottage has been restored with love. Tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of this very pretty village with a choice of excellent pubs and restaurants within easy strolling distance, it manages to combine an away from it all feeling with a location that makes it an ideal base for exploring with or without a car. Sleeps up to 2īay Tree Cottage is the perfect romantic bolthole. Availability Bay Tree Cottage Is Tucked Away In An Elevated Position On The, Shipton-Under-Wychwood Oxfordshire.
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