Cookworthy Forest

Harvesting works currently happening at Cookworthy Forest - please follow all signage and instructions and take care when you visit.

Visitor information

How to find us

Sat Nav Postcode:

EX21 5XJ

Cookworthy Forest , Halwill , Beaworthy, Devon

By Car

Cookworthy Forest on the A3079 between Okehampton and Holsworthy. Threshold signs mark the entrance to the car park which is situated on the right approximately 400m along the forest road.

By Public Transport

Cookworthy Forest can be reached using the Bude to Exeter service – more details can be found at www.stagecoachbus.com/timetables.

OS Grid Ref

SS41740166

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Facilities and access

Overnight parking is not permitted in the nation's forests.

Assistance dogs welcome
Dogs allowed
Picnic area

Cookworthy Forest

Visit the heart of the Ruby Country

Cookworthy Forest is a great location for interesting walks, afternoon runs, and enjoying the great outdoors.

At a glance

Walking trails
Dogs welcome

Things to do

Walking at Cookworthy Forest

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

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