Walking permit application form

Closures

Please note that the woods will be closed to visitors during the following periods to allow essential maintenance to take place:

  • Friday 23rd October 2026 until 10am on Tuesday 27 October 2026 
  • Friday 4th December 2026 until 10am on Tuesday 8th December 2026
  • Friday 26th February 2027 until 10am on Tuesday 2nd March 2027.
 

By applying for a permit, you are agreeing to abide by our rules:

  1. No dogs*
  2. No cycling
  3. Permit holders are required to either display their permits via electronic devices or have a printed version of the digital permit
  4. The permit also covers the partner of the person to whom it is issued, and any persons accompanying them. It is not intended to cover parties of more than 6 people. 
  5. Abide by our opening times of 10 am until dusk on weekdays. (Weekend dawn until dusk).
  6. Permits are valid for 12 months and will be sent via email.

Woods accessibility

For access with a wheelchair or large pram, please email: wytham.woods@admin.ox.ac.uk.

*Fully trained working assistance dogs are permitted.

 

Visitors to Wytham Woods will be asked to show their permit, which are available free of charge. Please apply using the form below. 

Walking permit application form

To apply for a Wytham Woods walking permit, please fill out our online form.

Once you have received your permit, you can find out how to download, print or save it with our How To guide.

Renewals: Once your permit has expired, please apply for a new one using the same form.

Contact us


wytham.woods@admin.ox.ac.uk

01865 614460