Boughton Brake

Visitor information

Explore the winding footpaths and beautiful views of Boughton Brake, near Mansfield.

Boughton Brake is a great place to explore, with an extensive network of paths and tracks. There are also plenty of benches located throughout the wood where you can stop for a rest and take in the natural beauty.

If you feel up for a challenge, check out the orienteering course.

The wood is not suitable for horse riding but a bridleway does run along the eastern side of the wood and can be used to get from Walesby to Boughton.

At a glance

  • Walking trails
  • Cycling 
  • Orienteering
  • Dog walking

Things to do

Cycling at Boughton Brake

Cycling is a fantastic way to explore Boughton Brake. Explore the woodland by bike on multi-user paths and soak up the beautiful scenery.

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Orienteering at Boughton Brake

Try your hand at orienteering, a map reading challenge for all levels.

The aim for everyone is to navigate between control points marked on an orienteering map. If you are a...

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Walking at Boughton Brake

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

A surfaced trail network is located in the south of the...

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