Picnics and barbecues at Beechenhurst

Beechenhurst is perfect for a picnic in the forest with plenty of space and benches for you to use. The main lawn in front of the cafe is a large open space and so is great area to get the whole family together. You are welcome to bring small gazebos, but to prevent forest fires please do not bring your own barbecues.

Booking the gas barbecue at the Glade 

The Glade at Beechenhurst provides another spot for visitors to picnic. Our all-ability access trail passes through the Glade, offering a route suitable for all visitors. At the heart of the Glade we have a covered gas barbecue available to hire (see photo) for £60 on weekdays or £75 at weekends. 

Parking fees apply for the duration of your visit and are charged separately. 

In order to protect this special landscape from the risk of fire please follow our guidance:

• Never leave the barbecue unattended.
• Make sure that all rubbish is taken away with you. Leave the barbecue area clean and tidy.
• Do not collect wood from the forest to use on your barbecue. The forest is a special place and home to many kinds of wildlife - some make homes in the wood on the ground.
• Open fires, portable/disposable BBQs or camping stoves are not allowed. The only way to barbecue is to hire our barbecue site.
• Only one small gazebo per barbecue booking, please no large party sized tents. Beechenhurst is a popular place so be considerate of other visitors.

• Terms and conditions apply.

  We have launched a new and improved ticketing system. For visits from the 1 May and your first booking only, you’ll need to create a new customer account.