Attraction in Keswick
Whinlatter Forest Park
Forestry Commission
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5TW
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England’s only mountain forest, Whinlatter Forest Park provides a whole range of healthy outdoor activities for everyone. Start at the Visitor Centre where the staff will give you information and help plan your day. There's a shop and Siskins café with a terrace overlooking the woodlands and valley. The waymarked trails start near the Centre, they are suitable for people of all abilities and take in spectacular views across the fells and forests. Cyclists will find miles of forest roads to follow, and if you have never tried orienteering, Whinlatter's permanent orienteering course is the perfect place to start. For children, there are the Rabbit Run and Foxtrot trails, the adventure playground and the gigantic walk in badger sett. The Bassenthwaite Ospreys can be seen live from their nest on the giant screen in the exhibition or in their natural environment from the Dodd Wood open air viewpoint (April – Sept).
Details
Months Open: March to Oct 10 - 5
Nov - Feb, 10 - 4
Closed 25 Dec - End jan
Groups/Parties Welcome: Yes - Please pre-book
Car Parking: Yes - Charges apply
Admission Price: Free
Gift Shop: Yes
Catering: Siskins Cafe
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