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Free Parking, and it can get very busy on the weekends.
Mostly flat, but you might encounter a few hilly routes.
No water here
Couple of boo bins near the cafe, by the main park entrance.
Oxleas Woodlands’ consists of a series of woods and meadows of approximately 133.5 hectares, on the south and eastern side of Shooters Hill, in South-East London. From west to east they are — Eltham Common, Castle Wood, Jack Wood, Oxleas Meadow, Oxleas Wood, Deansfield, Shepherdleas Wood and Falconwood Field. The woodlands form part of the London Green Chain walk, and there are a number of well-defined footpaths through the woods. Oxleas Meadow, which lies to the south-west of Oxleas Wood, is the largest open space in the area, which bisects the woodlands, to the excellent Oxleas Wood Café at the top of the slope. From the tables outside the café, there are superb views across south and south-east London to the North Downs. Near the summit of Castle Wood stands Severndroog Castle — a restored 18th century folly built in the form of a three-storey 63’ high tower. Stunning views can be obtained from the viewing platform on the roof.
This is a very familiar site, as Maple goes there very often. The woods are located within a very urban surrounding, so it's easy to get with several links to public transport. Oxleas Meadows, is a very large open space, and perfect for dogs to run and play with other dogs. From there, you can connect to the other several woods with the park. The routes are well-defined and with very dense trees and vegetation. It's a beautiful and calm site, that is used mostly for the local residents. I usually take Maple there on Sunday mornings, during the autumn/winter, and evenings during the spring/summer, as I find it super relaxing, not only for Maple, but for me as well.
