Activities at Bourne Wood, Bourne

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Activities at Bourne Wood, Bourne

family cycling
Cycling at Bourne Wood
Horse riding at Whinlatter
Horse riding at Bourne Wood
Picnic table at sunrise
Picnics at Bourne Wood
Bark in the Dark
Walking at Bourne Wood

Nearby forests

Children playing at Fineshade wood

Located north of Corby in the Midlands, Fineshade Wood provides a picturesque setting for your next adventure.

Wakerley picnic bench

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.

Family on bike ride on forest path

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.

Forest

Located near Newark-on-Trent, Stapleford Woods is the ideal place for a peaceful woodland walk. 

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