Coatham Woods

High fire risk – to keep the forest safe, fires, barbecues and stoves are not permitted anywhere in the forest.

Visitor information

Visit this vibrant woodland habitat, bursting with wildlife for you to discover

Coatham wood, found near Stockton, is a community woodland, with the first trees planted in 1999.

The mosaic of broadleaved and conifer trees, as well as ponds and meadows makes Coatham a great habitat for all kinds of wildlife. Look out for newts and dragonflies around the ponds, or you may spot a deer grazing in one of the open areas. All five native species of owl have been spotted around the woodland.

Things to do

This 2.7km (1.6 mile) loop takes you along Coatham Beck all whilst surrounded by mixed woodland. See if you can spot the ponds on the way back which are home to various newts...

A 6km (3.7 mile) circular walk that takes you to the top of the forest, passing through areas of mature woodland consisting of oak and birch. Eventually weaving through wildflower...

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