Around 5 minutes on foot
The Kingshill Kitchen
Coffee, pastries and something for lunch. An easy first stop before heading out for the day.
Plan your visit
Walks, good food & local favourites
Explore
the Chilterns.
Out the door.
See where it takes you.
A coffee in the village, a walk through the woods, a pub worth stopping at. There’s plenty to discover around The Wild Root, whether you’re heading out on foot or taking the car a little further. Here are a few places we love.
Leave the car behind
A short walk from here.
Around 10 minutes on foot
The Full Moon
Our nearest country pub, in Little Kingshill. Settle in for lunch or make it your last stop on a countryside walk.
View the pubAround 20 minutes on foot
Peterley Manor Farm
Pick up something from the farm shop, stop at The Barn Kitchen or have a browse around the nursery.
Explore the farmA little further afield.
Walks & nature
Woodland paths, open countryside and a view worth the climb.
South Bucks Way
A long-distance route through woodland, villages and open countryside. Choose a stretch to suit the day.
Find on mapWendover Woods
Woodland walks, picnic spots and views across the Chiltern Hills.
Plan your visitCoombe Hill
Head up to the monument for wide views across the Aylesbury Vale.
Plan your visitThe Misbourne Valley
Follow the valley through open countryside and the quieter corners of the Chilterns.
Find on map Pubs & restaurants
A pub after a walk, a long lunch or dinner worth booking.
The Nags Head
Around 25 minutes on foot
A country pub near Great Missenden, for a walk followed by lunch or dinner.
Find on mapArtichoke, Old Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
Seasonal tasting menus for an occasion, or simply a meal to make time for.
Plan your visitThe Griffin, Old Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
A coaching inn for food and drinks while exploring Old Amersham.
Find on mapThe Greyhound, Beaconsfield
Around 15 minutes by car
A coaching inn with seasonal food. A good reason to linger over lunch.
Find on mapTres Corazones, Wendover
Around 20 minutes by car
Spanish tapas, sharing plates and a glass of wine after a day out.
Find on mapThe Red Lion at Coleshill
Around 15 minutes by car
A country pub near Amersham for seasonal food, lunch or a Sunday outing.
Plan your visitThe Grocer, Old Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
The Grocer at 2 for coffee and deli provisions, or The Grocer at 15 for its eatery and coffee bar.
Plan your visitOxmoor Farm, Great Hampden
Around 10 minutes by car
Local produce and seasonal food events. Check what’s on before visiting.
Find on mapThe Red Lion, Little Missenden
Around 10 minutes by car
A drink and a pause in Little Missenden. A lovely pit stop along the South Bucks Way.
Plan your visitPluma, Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
Spanish tapas and sharing plates in Old Amersham. Settle in for lunch or supper.
Plan your visitThe Barn Kitchen, Peterley Manor Farm
Around 5 minutes by car
A favourite for breakfast at Peterley Manor Farm. Start here before a countryside walk.
Plan your visit Shops & local experiences
Farm produce, interiors and something a little different.
Thomas Tyrrell Designs
Around 8 minutes by car
Interiors and homeware for a browse—and perhaps something to take home.
Find on mapChiltern Valley Winery & Brewery
Around 30 minutes by car
Wine and brewery tours and tastings. Check the schedule and book ahead.
Find on mapThe Folde, Old Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
Independent makers, homeware, thoughtful gifts and creative workshops.
Plan your visitGrover, Great Missenden
Around 5 minutes by car
An independent shop to browse while exploring Great Missenden’s High Street.
Plan your visit Towns & days out
Village wandering, historic houses and an afternoon by the river.
Great Missenden
Around 5 minutes by car · 40 minutes on foot
Independent shops, cafés and the Roald Dahl Museum. An easy place to spend a few hours.
Find on mapOld Amersham
Around 10 minutes by car
Historic streets, independent shops and plenty of places to stop for lunch.
Find on mapHughenden Manor
Around 15 minutes by car
A National Trust estate with a historic house, gardens and countryside walks.
Find on mapWendover
Around 20 minutes by car
A market town with cafés, restaurants and countryside walks close by.
Find on mapWest Wycombe Park
Around 20 minutes by car
Historic landscaped grounds and gardens. Check seasonal opening before setting off.
Find on mapThame
Around 30 minutes by car
A market town for independent shops, cafés and a leisurely wander.
Find on mapMarlow
Around 30 minutes by car
Head to the river for a walk along the Thames, then explore the shops and places to eat.
Find on map Sport & movement
Tennis, padel, golf and classes at Peterley Manor Farm.
Great Missenden Tennis & Padel Club
Around 5 minutes by car · 20 minutes on foot
Tennis and padel close to the cabins. Check visitor booking options before you go.
Plan your visitHazlemere Golf Club
Around 10 minutes by car
A parkland course with views across the Chilterns. Contact the club to arrange a round.
Plan your visitWycombe Heights Golf Centre
Around 20 minutes by car
Golf courses and a driving range with ball tracking and interactive games.
Plan your visitFlackwell Heath Golf Club
Around 20 minutes by car
A tree-lined parkland course. Check visitor tee times and green fees with the club.
Plan your visitMove with Menna
Yoga to stretch, restore or find a little more energy. Browse the current classes and book directly.
Plan your visitRØAM
Around 5 minutes by car
Coached training and movement sessions at Peterley Manor Farm. Browse the current schedule and book directly.
Plan your visitWellness in the Yurt
Around 5 minutes by car
Yoga, Pilates and stretch classes at Peterley Manor Farm. Check the current timetable and book ahead.
Plan your visitJourney times are approximate. Check opening times and book ahead where needed. For a walking route from your cabin, just ask us.
Back at The Wild Root
And then,
back to your cabin.
Put the kettle on, light the fire and settle in. If you’d rather stay close, there’s food for your cabin, private sauna time and a few other extras to choose from.