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Grizedale Forest
A big Forestry England forest between Coniston and Windermere, known for outdoor sculptures, mountain-bike trails and a Room on the Broom family trail. There's a visitor centre, café, bike hire, Go Ape and a planetarium.
📍 Hawkshead, North West · LA22 0QJ
Free / PaidOutdoorPhoto: James Burke
Visitor information
- Typical visit
- Full day
- Address
- Grizedale, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0QJ
- Opening times
- Visitor centre, shop and café 10:00-17:00; bike hire 09:30-17:00; trails and car park daily (seen 2026-10-07)
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Baby changing
- Café on site
- Toilets
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
What's on near Grizedale Forest
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
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