Local Explorer's Guide: Wildridings & The Old Forest
History of the Forest Tracks
Wildridings derives its evocative name from the historic "wild ridings"—the ancient forest tracks that once crisscrossed the Royal Hunting Forest of Windsor.
Today, this established neighborhood remains one of Bracknell’s most convenient and green residential areas. Its centerpiece is the Wildridings Square, a community focus that sits just moments away from the tranquility of Mill Pond.
The neighborhood’s clever integration of urban convenience and natural sanctuary makes it a perennial favorite. Wildridings offers a balanced, managed lifestyle that pays homage to its forest roots while providing immediate access to the regenerated town center.