Description:

Once the hunting ground of medieval kings, Finemere Wood in Bucks, is a rich mosaic of woodland wildlife habitats abounding with birds and butterflies. The tiny goldcrest breeds here and all three woodpeckers occur. If you are lucky you may see the magnificent purple emperor butterfly on the main ride in
July and August.


Since 2005 the reserve has almost doubled in size with the purchase of 32 hectares of adjoining grassland which will be transformed into species-rich meadows.


Best time to visit: throughout the year