Keep Hill Woods pathway improvements

We've improved the paths in Keep Hill Woods, High Wycombe. This supports walking, cycling, wheeling and horse riding.

These new routes connect development areas (including Pine Trees and Abbey Barn Park) to the Rye.

We completed the project in December 2024.

This project is identified in the our adopted High Wycombe Local Cycling & Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP)

Location of the improvements

A map of the area around Keep Hill Woods

About the improvements we've made

We were sensitive to the woodland, avoiding removing trees where possible and we protected tree roots.

The improvements include:

  • smooth and durable pathways using recycled tyres, resin and stone
  • a light golden colour (to soften the look in the area)
  • a rubber crumb texture on top so that it's:
    • soft for horses' hooves
    • firm enough for all other users

The improvements have not changed the gradient of the pathways or affected other pathways in the woodland.

Improvements planned for early 2025

We're planning minor changes to the road crossing at Warren Wood Drive to support users moving between the woodland and The Rye.

Responding to your feedback

During August and September, we held public events where we listened to your feedback. View the feedback and our responses below:

How the project has been funded

We used contributions from local development sites, and a grant secured from Active Travel England.

Contact us

If you have any questions, email [email protected]