Bourne Wood, Bourne

Visitor information

Parking and prices

There are no parking charges at Bourne Wood.

The car parks are all hard standing and open plan so spaces are suitable for disabled parking (no marked bays).

Additional information

Number of accessible parking spaces: 0

There are no designated accessible parking spaces at this forest, have you seen our Easy Access trails page?

Coaches/Minibuses welcomed

Disabled parking available

Facilities and access

There are no way marked trails at Bourne Wood and the terrain is quite bumpy making accessibility to pushchairs and wheelchairs difficult.

Assistant dogs welcome
Dogs allowed
Picnic area

Bourne Wood

The tranquil surroundings of Bourne Wood

Ancient woodland, winding paths, pond-side picnics and interesting wildlife await at Bourne Wood, Lincolnshire.

Come and recharge your batteries with a woodland stroll or find your way to the ponds where kingfishers and herons can be seen.

If you're looking for peace and quiet, you can't go wrong with a day trip to Bourne Wood.

At a glance

Walking trails
Cycling
Horse riding
Picnic
Dog walking

Things to do

Cycling at Bourne Wood

Cycling is a fantastic way to explore Bourne Wood and soak up the beautiful scenery.

Cycling is available on the forest roads at the site and our family-friendly routes guarantee an enjoyable day out for everyone!

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Horse riding at Bourne Wood

Explore the stunning scenery of Bourne Wood on horseback.

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Picnics at Bourne Wood

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest with a picnic at Bourne Wood in the picnic area with tables and benches.

To prevent forest fires and reduce waste, please do not bring any barbecues into our forests.

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Walking at Bourne Wood

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and experience all the wellbeing benefits of being out in nature.

Bourne Wood has a range of paths that run through the woodland.

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Nearby forests

Located between Corby and Stamford in the Midlands, Fineshade Wood provides a picturesque setting for your next adventure. Whether you want to have a leisurely wander through the trees, get the kids to let off some steam at one of our exciting play areas or go on a bike ride, Fineshade Wood is bursting with opportunities to explore the great outdoors.

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Three wooden picnic benches in a forest clearing surrounded by trees

Wakerley Great Wood

There are numerous informal trails and paths along the forest roads and tracks, some surfaced, some not.

The car park is set amongst majestic larch and includes a large grassed area for games and picnicing.

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Fermyn Woods

Play, walk, run or ride your way round Fermyn Woods, a stunning ancient woodland set just south of Corby.

With walking trails, orienteering routes, several play areas and a cafe, you will not be short of things to do. If you keep an eye out you'll spot hidden treasures all over, from red kites to deer.

The Visitor Centre is open most days and is managed by Northamptonshire County Council.

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