Wittenham Clumps, Oxfordshire

Come to Wittenham Clumps

Discover beautiful landscapes, breath-taking views and outdoor adventures for all ages. In easy reach of Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot, it’s the perfect place to explore, play and connect with nature. 

Who we are

Come for a walk, stay for the adventure

Wittenham Clumps is 1,200 acres of space to roam, climb, explore and slow down – where families can play, friends can reconnect and nature is all around you. 

It’s free to visit and open every day of the year. 

No itinerary. No pressure. Just the freedom to explore your way. 

Visit us

What will you get up to?

From family picnics, and breath-taking views to climbing trees and hunting bugs – there is something for everyone. 

Climb Wittenham Clumps for the views. Let the kids run free. Discover wildlife from birds, bugs and beyond. 

Wander through a wildflower meadow, or soak up the smells in our woodlands and spot a kingfisher on our wetlands trail. 

Join a seasonal event, follow a trail and refuel in the cafe. 

Boy with mud on his face smiling.
Mother and daughter feeding sheep at Spring on the Farm pebble. Credit: Chris WR Cox Photography

Families

Made for family days out

Space to run. Trees to climb. Endless ways to explore. Whether it’s a quick visit after school or a weekend day out, kids can lead the way – getting muddy, curious and completely exhausted.

And yes the dog can come too.

Events and activities

What's on

From seasonal festivals and family trails and events, there is always a reason to come back.

Children

27 October 2026 - 30 October 2026 (Sessions)

Outdoor Explorer Camp – October Half Term

Set amongst the meadows, woodlands and historic hilltops of Wittenham Clumps, our daytime camp is designed to give children aged 7–13 a chance to connect with nature, try new skills, and enjoy unforgettable outdoor experiences with Earth Trust.

Family

27 October 2026 - 29 October 2026 10am

The Clumps Through Time

Wittenham Clumps isn’t just a beautiful spot for a walk – it’s a landscape packed with stories. People have been living, working and leaving their mark on these hills since prehistoric times, through the Bronze Age, the Romans, and the Anglo-Saxons. Every hill and field has something to tell.

Adult

4 November 2026 7pm

An Evening of Films by Nicola Schafer

Join us for an inspiring evening of documentary film and conversation, exploring some of Oxfordshire’s most remarkable places and the people working to protect, restore and connect communities with nature
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Our Purpose

More than a day out

Every visit helps care for this special landscape.

Wittenham Clumps are cared for by Earth Trust. For over 40 years, we have been restoring habitats, nurturing wildlife and practising nature friendly farming across this much-loved Oxfordshire landscape.

It’s a living landscape where people, farming and nature thrive together.

Latest articles

From the landscape

Stories, seasonal updates and insights from our landscapes, communities and projects.

Wittenham Clumps with red kites flying around.

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Protecting nature together

Places like Wittenham Clumps thrive because people care. Make this special place part of your life. 

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