Delamere Forest

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Delamere Forest is Cheshire's largest area of woodland and is a place for families to let off steam, escape the crowds and find peace in the heart of the forest.

Delamere is also a haven for wildlife including the beautiful small tortoiseshell butterfly, greater spotted woodpecker, white faced darter dragonfly, green woodpecker, siskin and southern hawker dragonfly. At Blakemere lake there are nesting black headed gulls that you will be able to see and hear.

If you're looking for some great family things to do in Delamere Forest then there is a collection of attractions and activities to keep everyone entertained whatever time of the year.

Guide Prices

Parking: pay and display, prices vary depending on carpark
Alternatively, you can purchase a Discovery Pass for just £40 per year. This entitles you to free parking at Delamere Forest and a whole range of other benefits. Follow the link to find out more https://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/INFD-7W5KHS

Opening Times

Open Christmas

Open New Year

All year, 2019 (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	08:00	- 19:00*

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Directions

Road Directions

Situated approximately 10 miles from the outskirts of Chester and close to the M56. The forest park is well sign -posted from the A54, A556 and B5152.By rail - Delamere Station is situated on the outskirts of the forest and is a 5 minute walk from the Linmere Visitor Centre.

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751 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2018

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Recent Reviews:

Marcia T
Formby, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Walk in and out of the forest
Monday, 11th March 2019
I've always loved Delamere and I brought a friend here for a walk and had a really enjoyable day. We did some of the trails and ventured out of the forest for a bit before returning to the main... Read full review
MarkBCheshire
Northwich, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Fantastic Area.
Tuesday, 19th March 2019
Fantastic Area to visit, it has plenty of parking, beautiful scenery lots to do including Go Ape , they have lots of concerts in the summer and a cafe near the Delamete train station. Cycling , horse... Read full review
williamsy
Denbighshire, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Supposedly gruffalo trail
Sunday, 24th March 2019
Firstly.. fantastic, well kept forest with good Pram/wheelchair access so that’s really good. However, it is sold as a gruffalo trail when in fact it’s just one long walk with a smaller than expected... Read full review