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Woodland & Forest in Derby
Woodland & Forest in Derby: every place written up honestly, with the details parents actually need.
5 places 3 free to visit
from £4Cannock Chase Forest
Rugeley
AONB forest trails near Rugeley - free forest, paid parking.
ToiletsParkingPicnic areaCafé+1 more
from £8Heritage Wood
Ashbourne · ages 0+
Wander an illuminated woodland trail of about a mile, then warm up at the stalls for hot drinks and crafts.
Booking requiredFree parking
FreeRSPB Consall Woods
Stoke-on-Trent
Six waymarked trails through wood pasture and riverside woodland along the Churnet, free to walk and open for a proper muddy ramble.
Accessible toiletBaby changeParkingPicnics allowed+3 more
FreeSherwood Pines
Kings Clipstone
Race the play trails and pedal paths under the pines - free forest entry, pay for parking.
CaféParking
FreeSilverhill Wood
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Free reclaimed colliery woodland near Mansfield with cycling trails, orienteering and a dog selfie spot, no parking charges.
Dog friendlyFree parkingOutdoor playParking+2 more
Good to know: woodland & forest in Derby
Are any of them free?
Yes, RSPB Consall Woods, Sherwood Pines and Silverhill Wood are free to visit.
What does a paid visit cost?
Paid entry starts from £4 at Cannock Chase Forest. Prices, ages and facilities are listed on every place page, taken from each venue's own published price list.
Whereabouts are they?
You'll find woodland & forest in Rugeley, Ashbourne, Stoke-on-Trent, Kings Clipstone and Sutton-in-Ashfield. Every place we list is in or around Derby, and each listing has the full address and directions.
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