Hike and Swim
Hike through Rye Park in east High Wycombe. The town's largest park has extensive green space and nature trails to meander on a sunny day. After your hike, cool off in open-air swimming pool. Then dry off along the banks of the River Wye while you take in the tranquil atmosphere.
Visit a Farm
Visit a farm in the English countryside. High Wycombe is home to the Odds Farm Park, a quaint establishment ideal for trips with kids. See a variety of farm animals up close, and learn about the roles that each animal plays on the farm. Pet the horses, and see how cows are milked as you trek around the farm facilities. There are designated picnic areas.
Odds Farm Park
Wooburn Common Rd.
Wooburn Common
High Wycombe
Bucks HP10 0LX
011 (+44) 01628 520188
oddsfarm.co.uk/index.php
Bike
Bike the Walters Ash-Speen Bridleway in High Wycombe. The 10-mile trail takes you on dirt and gravel roads that wind through woodlands and rolling country hills. The climbs are moderate, and the ride is easy enough for casual bikers as well as children.
Go Underground
Explore the Hell-Fire Caves, once a secret meeting place for the Hell-Fire Club. The caves were formed in prehistoric times and mined extensively before being converted into meeting chambers for the rich and powerful members of the Hell-Fire Club in the 18th century. Today, visitors can roam the tunnels and vaulted rooms of the caves.
Hell-Fire Caves
Church Lane
West Wycombe
High Wycombe
Bucks,
HP14 3AH
011 (+44) 01494 533739
hellfirecaves.co.uk/index.php?id=10
Article Written By David Thyberg
David Thyberg began his writing career in 2007. He is a professional writer, editor and translator. Thyberg has been published in various newspapers, websites and magazines. He enjoys writing about social issues, travel, music and sports. Thyberg holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pittsburgh Honors College with a certificate in Spanish and Latin American studies.
