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Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest

Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, CRANBROOK, Kent, TN17 2SJ

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Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest

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Open every day, Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is the perfect place for walking, cycling, riding and playing in a spectacular world of trees.

The National Pinetum is a world-class collection of conifers and a beautiful setting for a country walk in any season. The rolling hills of the High Weald AONB and a series of lakes, ponds and streams give Bedgebury a dramatic landscape to discover the beauty and diversity of trees. The two thousand-acre Bedgebury Forest offers miles of family cycling, mountain-biking, riding, walking and adventure play for all ages and abilities.

The Visitor Centre has cycle hire, refreshments and showers. As a location for healthy outdoor activity in a beautiful setting, Bedgebury is in a class of its own.

 

Please note: Bedgebury is often busy at peak times and has limited capacity in its car park. Please consider visiting off-peak if you can, and please check here before travelling. Occasionally the car park gets full and has to be closed at short notice, so it's good to have a Plan B. We heartily recommend Bewl Water, just over 5 miles away.

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    Recent Reviews:

    • BG0606
      London
      Christmas light trail - the highlight of the holidays
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 27th December 2023
      We were hugely impressed by the 2023 Christmas lights. The trail took over two hours (with mulled wine and marshmallow stops) and was thoughtfully designed with a great variety of stunning displays... Read full review
    • Elizabeth N
      Kent, United Kingdom
      Don’t hesitate; you’ll really enjoy the experience
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 31st December 2023
      Festive lights were so enjoyable. Not quite sure was I was expecting it it was a really lovely experience. We all had a great time. Read full review
    • hilary d
      London, United Kingdom
      Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest(Christmas lights)30.12.23
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 3rd January 2024
      We visited Bedgebury to see the Christmas light show on Saturday 30th December,we travelled from London on a dark rainy evening. This was my first Christmas light show and I really enjoyed it! We... Read full review

    Map & Directions

    Road Directions

    Located close to the Kent/East Sussex border, approximately 2 miles north of Flimwell and within an hour's travel from London, Ashford, Hastings. From London leave the M25 at junction 5 and join the A21 southbound towards Hastings. Bedgebury is signposted off the A21 on the B2079.

    Public Transport Directions

    Nearest Railway Stations - Wadhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Etchingham, Staplehurst, Marden.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • On-Site cafe/restaurant
    • Picnic Site

    Establishment Features

    • All weather attraction
    • Dogs admitted on a lead
    • Horse Riding
    • Open New Year
    • Toilets

    Leisure Facilities

    • Cycle Hire

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • Groups Accepted

    Provider Preferences

    • Forest Location

    Specialist Features

    • Cyclists welcome
    • Family Fun

    Opening Times

    * Closing times change with the seasons.

    Video

    • Wanderlust Chloe Sept 2020

    Events

    Monday, 22nd January 2024 - Monday, 30th September 2024

    Gruffalo Party Trail at Bedgebury National PinetumThe Gruffalo invites you on a forest trail adventure.
    more info

    Awards

    • Visit England Awards -VisitEngland Visitor Attraction - Welcome 2017 VisitEngland Visitor Attraction - Welcome 2017 2018
    • Regional and Miscellaneous -Tourism South East Member 2020 Tourism South East Member 2020 2020

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