About the Chilterns
Red Kites
The magnificent red kite, a spectacular bird of prey distinguished by its russet red plumage and forked tail, is a very visible and well-loved feature of the mid and southern Chilterns
Chilterns Map
Find walks, cycle routes, rides, places to visitPeople & History
From famous artists to world-renowned authors, eminent politicians to kings and queens, the Chilterns has long been associated with famous people from British history
Woodlands
The Chilterns is a heavily wooded landscape, with the famous beechwoods the jewel in the crown
Commons
Commons have a long history in the community life of the Chilterns, and many remain today as important green spaces at the heart of village life
Farming & Land Use
Agriculture has been taking place in one form or another for thousands of years in the Chilterns
Historic Environment
The Chilterns is an ancient landscape with traces still visible today of many eras and previous settlers