Delamere Forest

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About Us

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.

The ideal place to go for a walk, you'll find easy-going trails for all abilities, the perfect hike to admire the view or a bit of peace and quiet to watch the wildlife.

Delamere also offers a permanent orienteering course suitable for all ages and abilities. Explore the forest and develop your navigation skills.

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, 2020 (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020)
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.

Public Transport Directions

Free admission to those arriving by public transport or bike

By Rail- train to Delamere Station which is located on the outskirts of the forest, 10-minute walk to visitor centre, plus enjoy the forest with no parking charge

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

816 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2019

Excellent
445
Very Good
252
Average
63
Poor
27
Terrible
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Recent Reviews:

deborahsds
Eastham, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Not as nice as I'd hoped.
Tuesday, 9th June 2020
We parked in the Whitefield car park (which is a bit cheaper than the delemere forest car park) and went to the pay and display which was cash only. Paid for 3 hours stay which was £3 only to realise... Read full review
Khb72
Sandbach, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Disappointed
Saturday, 13th June 2020
Given we have been on lockdown for 3 months we took the kids for a bike ride. Parked on the main car park - very disappointed as was not contactless payment even though online it said it was! In... Read full review
David C
Salford, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Parking Situation Lets It Down
Monday, 13th July 2020
Beautiful place excellent scenery for a good walk or bike ride. There are a number of car parks for you park but only one or two take card payments. The majority only take cash (coins) which is... Read full review