Clouts Wood is located just outside Wroughton alongside the A4361, and has been in use for over 1000 years. It is a small woodland within a steep valley just north of Wroughton airfield. The wood is maintained by coppicing, which creates areas within which sunlight can penetrate the canopy allowing wildflowers such as Bluebell to flourish.

There is a variety of birds and wildlife in the woodland including Blackcap, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Treecreeper and Goldcrest. Stonechat and Goldfinch may be seen on the valley sides and if you're lucky you may get a glimpse of a Tawny Owl. In wintertime Redwings, Fieldfares and other seasonal thrush and finch species can be seen feeding in the surrounding fields. Wildflowers include Bath Asparagus, Wood Vetch, Nettle-leaved Bellflower and Yellow Archangel.

There are several trails in and around the wood and it's worth venturing out onto the adjacent fields as these also host a variety of birds, wildflowers and other wildlife. The trails can be quite muddy and parts of the walkways are fairly steep, which should test your legs!

A small stream runs alongside the wood, which in turn attracts a variety of insects; the surrounding habitat also attracts other diverse wildlife.

Access points to the wood are located in several places. The easiest option is to park in the lay-by at the bottom of Red Barn Hill and enter via the gate just a few yards along across the road. There is also another entrance about 100 yards further along and yet another going the opposite way at the top of the hill next to the cottage. You can also get to the wood from Priors Hill in Wroughton. This is the longest route, although it is fairly easygoing. There are several side streets nearby where you can park.