Registered charity No. 1192474

Shillingford Wood is situated on the southern edge of the village of Shillingford St George, Devon in the lee of the Haldon Hills. It is within easy walking distance from the western fringes of the city of Exeter and surrounding villages. Shillingford Wood is locally known as ‘The Bluebell Wood’. It consists of nine acres of ancient woodland and three acres of mixed deciduous plantation.  It is popular with walkers,  wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

Important notice

The wood has reopened

 The trustees are pleased to announce the wood has reopened.

 

Unfortunately we had to close it on 25 September for essential maintainance. During this time we have worked on clearing the footpaths through the new plantation, the overhanging branches along Sampson's Hill and the main pathway through the wood. The Saturday work parties have largely concentrated on laurel clearing. 

 

The main pathway through the wood has been inspected by independent specialists Steward Woodland and Land Management Ltd to ensure we meet our Health and Safety requirements. Volunteers have tackled much of the work themselves. However, specialist help has been provided by Exe Tree Care and Stuart Brooking from Steward Woodland.

 

All our risk assessments have been updated including mapping for the emergency services. You will see some new signpost markings appear over the next couple of weeks.

 

We have reviewed our insurance position to get the most comprehensive cover available for the wood. Unfortunately the paths in some areas have been deemed unsafe for horses and it has not been possible to insure the woodland paths for horse riders or cyclists. The use of firearms in the wood is strictly prohibited.

 

The trustees are grateful for your patience and understanding while the wood has been closed. We hope you enjoy accessing the wood once again but please remember it is a natural environment with inherent hazards which cannot always be foreseen.