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:

822 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2020

Excellent
447
Very Good
253
Average
64
Poor
27
Terrible
31

Recent Reviews:

bonnerefc
Disgusting
Wednesday, 2nd September 2020
Too many People walking on Bike trails ( thats if you could find them of course, sign posts are too small and pathetic.) Dog & horse waste everywhere. Not looked after at all. £6 for carpark? First... Read full review
Holywellman
Holywell, United Kingdom
Urbanization of the Forest
Friday, 4th September 2020
The 'new' facilities when open will I am sure be very good. However, the whole place has been 'urbanized'. At the moment at least 4/9/20 there is a complete lack of picnic benches and space to store... Read full review
AlanRiley
Burnley, United Kingdom
Cannot wait to return
Thursday, 17th September 2020
This was a first visit for my wife and I to Delamere Forest park.We were delighted to note the parking arrangements and admired the Visitor Centre which appears to be almost ready to fully open. We... Read full review