Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest
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At A Glance
Perfect no matter the season, Begdgebury has what you are looking for from treetop adventures to a gentle Vinyasa flow. Proudly hosting a world-leading selection of Conifers, you can escape the humdrum of life for a peaceful walk or make your way to the cafe and take in the views. Use the Explorer map to make the most out of your wanderings, or try out the cycling, running, Go Ape, adventure trail or find the Gruffalo!
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Suitable for
Adults, Children & Dogs
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Duration
2-4 hours
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Price from
Free
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Availability
All year round
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Bedgebury offers a host of walking and running trails for people of all ages and abilities. Through the 2000 acres of forest and the conifer collection, it sets a beautiful backdrop for the health of the body and the mind. For accessibility, book the free Tramper, an all-terrain mobility scooter, and take a look at the accessible route online. More details can be found on the Forestry England website. Trails incllude:
Be here now: a trail for mindfulness and being present.
The Pinetum Trail: For the creatives, explorers, scientists and everyone in between. This trail proudly offers the beauty and education of a tree collection curated with love.
The Forest Walking Trail: Formerly an Iron Manufacture and Timber forest, listen now for the sounds of silence nd enjoy everything the forest has to offer.
The Nordic Walking Trail: An easy, but whole body workout, enjoy the walking with like minded other and burn up to 40% more than a standard walk!
Help Bedgebury to maintain the habitat for local wildlife by downloading the iNaturalist app and recording what you find! Go orienteering and test out your skills, try to find the Gruffalo sculptures or take the sensory walk to cater your experience to you and your group.
From horse riding to mountain biking, yoga to pilates, there is something for everyone. Test yourself on the Go Ape tree top challenge or try something new with real spin classes! Activities include:
Forest runners, forest fitness, Mountain Bike coaching, pilates, pregnancy yoga, real spin and walkers2runners.
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Why this Destination is great for you.
- Immerse yourself in the beautiful Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest for a healthy mind and body
- Engage with the wildlife and help Bedgebury to maintain their habitat!
- Whether you enjoy the views from the cafe or from the Tree tops, the forest's beauty will amaze you
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Facilities and additional information
- Accessibility: Open from 8am, closing times vary according to month. The forest has a surfaced easy access trail, suitable for mobility scooters, wheelchairs and prams
- Equipment needed: to make sure you enjoy your visit, wear comfortable shoes suitable for all terrains, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Dogs are welcome
- Toilets: Toilets and accessible toilets.
- Parking : Charges apply, please see website for more details.
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