Overview

Potton Wood is part of Ampthill Forest, which is an historic area of majestic ancient woods. The forest is formed from a number of woodlands spread out along the Greensand Ridge. The woods include semi-natural broadleaf woodlands, and coniferous plantations, all rich in wildlife and archaeology. Potton is an ancient coppice woodland containing a rich range of plants and animals. It is a designated SSSI.

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Parking and meet up

Meet near the Church of St John Cockayne Hatley.

Roadside parking area can be reached via the B1042 from either Potton or Wrestlingworth taking the Hatley Road towards Cockayne Hatley village. The church is not in the village itself but just to the west. There is parking along verges on the minor road / track near the church. We will not use the main entrance to the wood but will take a path to an alternative entrance. We should take care not to block any entrances or the road / farm track – large farm vehicles and machinery may need access at this time of year. There is alternative parking near the water tower on the Hatley road a little further towards Potton if we are pushed for space (there is only parking for about 5 cars there, hence why we’re meeting near the Church of St John Cockayne). 

Potton Wood –