Wytham Woods

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Wytham Woods, Research forest near Oxford, United Kingdom.

Wytham Woods spans 1,047 acres of natural woodland, containing diverse habitats from ancient trees to limestone grasslands northwest of Oxford.

The University of Oxford received ownership of Wytham Woods in the 1940s, transforming it into a primary location for ecological research.

The forest maintains a Writer in Residence program where authors create works inspired by the natural environment and scientific activities.

Visitors must obtain a permit from the University of Oxford before accessing the marked trails through the protected woodland areas.

The forest holds records of over 900 beetle species, 580 fly species, and maintains a 60-year continuous study of bird populations.

GPS coordinates: 51.76900,-1.33000

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:00

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