What to do and see in Derbyshire, England: The Best Forests

July 1, 2021 Yuk Petri

Discover the best top things to do in Derbyshire, United Kingdom including Westwood, Rosliston Forestry Centre, Black Rocks, National Forest, Derby Arboretum, Hillbridge and Park Wood.
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1. Westwood

Westwood Lane, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1PA England http://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/wood/
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Westwood

2. Rosliston Forestry Centre

Rosliston Forestry Centre Burton Road Rosliston, Swadlincote DE12 8JX England +44 1283 563483 [email protected] http://www.roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 426 reviews

Rosliston Forestry Centre

Reviewed By chris_mehew

Excellent mix of outdoor activities and walks to keep all ages interested whilst walking in some beautiful and peaceful countryside !! Falconry keeper experiences and flying demonstrations can be booked ahead of your visit too.

3. Black Rocks

Ockerthorpe Road, Cromford, Matlock DE4 4NQ England http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/englandderbyshirenoforestblackrocks
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

Black Rocks

Reviewed By Prits_traveldiary - Leicester, United Kingdom

Visited the Black rocks for a day out with children, for the first time in cromford, Derbyshire, i was mesmerised by the stunning views soon as we had got there, a great place for walks with children or on own to admire the stunning views, right outside our door step, The climb of the rocks a little scary but a lovely little adventure as a family, we went during summer months of 2020, with a little picnic, Sandwich and coffee with a view. A great place to visit with kids for some exciting outdoor fresh air.

4. National Forest

National Forest 48 Bath Lane, Swadlincote DE12 6BD England +44 1283 551211 [email protected] http://www.nationalforest.org/
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4.0 based on 33 reviews

National Forest

The National Forest is one of England’s most ambitious environmental projects. Across parts of Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire, 200 square miles are being transformed, blending ancient woodland with new planting to create a new national Forest. There is a wealth of choice for great days out or short breaks with bustling attractions, gentle walking and brilliant activities. In less than twenty years, one of the least wooded parts of the country has been transformed. Around 8 million trees have been planted, trebling the woodland cover and creating habitats for wildlife and a beautiful landscape for people to enjoy. The ultimate goal is for woodland to cover around a third of the Forest area and to link the ancient forests of Charnwood and Needwood.The gentle undulating landscape is perfect for walking, cycling and horse-riding. And through the creation of new habitats, The National Forest is an ideal location for bird and wildlife watching.From watersports to wildlife watching, cycling to craft centres and loads of wet weather options too, The National Forest really does have something for everyone. And in this ever-changing landscape as the Forest grows, one thing is guaranteed, there is always something new to see.

Reviewed By trainairtram-dave - Swadlincote, United Kingdom

Not enough trees to make it a National Forest. Some great walks though or trails to go mountain biking on or walk the dogs or ride the horses. Most of the trails are on ex-train lines but you wouldn't know. I know because I remember trains running. Conkers Discovery Centre - part of the National Forest at Moira appears to take the money, which is wrong. Shame on you National Forest people

5. Derby Arboretum

Rose Hill, Derby DE23 8FZ England +44 1332 640789
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3.5 based on 32 reviews

Derby Arboretum

6. Hillbridge and Park Wood

Whaley Bridge England +44 1773 881188 [email protected] https://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/nature-reserves/hillbridge-and-park-wood
Hillbridge and Park Wood

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