Notes for the Marston Thrift Trail

GUIDANCE FOR WALKERS

An interesting 3 mile walk centred on the ancient woodland of Marston Thrift. The route follows both existing Rights of Way and permissive paths within the woodland and across the countryside to the village of Cranfield.

Marston Thrift is situated on the clay soil of the ridge and the paths can become very boggy during winter months. It is strongly advised that that if the route is used during these months appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear are worn.

The walk is clearly waymarked with the special Forest of Marston Vale circular waymarking; blue on public bridleways, yellow on public footpaths, and white on permissive footpaths. Please remember the Country Code. Most land within the Vale is private, without open public access, and provides the livelihood for many of our farmers. Care for the land in the Vale, and keep to the waymarked paths.