Visitor information
Opening hours
The car park is open daily from 7am to dusk, currently 9pm.
The cafe and toilets are open from 8.30am to 3.30pm daily.
When you visit, it is your responsibility to follow the guidance on staying safe outside your home. Please be prepared to make the necessary decision to turn around if the car park looks busy or is full and come another time.
How to find us
Sat Nav Postcode:
DA12 3ANBy Car
Jeskyns is just two minutes off the A2 dual carriageway. Take the Gravesend East turning off the A2 and follow directional signage to Sole Street. Pass over a railway bridge and our entrance is just 200m further on on the left hand side.
By Public Transport
Closest bus routes are the Arriva 490 and 455. Both stop just the other side of the A2 and Jeskyns is 15minute walk from this point.
OS Grid Ref
51.403862389312, 0.38650341429442
Parking and prices
Parking charges apply at Jeskyns Community Woodland.
Please be aware that we will no longer be accepting cash from 15th May 2024.
Please note there is a 2m height limit at entrance - please contact us at least one day before your visit to arrange access.
Email: jeskynsranger@forestryengland.uk
Parking Charges
| Cars | |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £1.60 |
| Up to 2 hours | £2.70 |
| All day | £3.60 |
| Coaches/Horseboxes | |
|---|---|
| All day | £6.50 |
Additional information
You can pay for parking using the RingGo* app, card or coins.
How to use the RingGo app:
1. Open the RingGo app, or download for free if you haven’t already got it, using the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
2. Log in with your RingGo details, or register as a new user.
3. Select your location by entering the 3–6 digit number shown on the parking signs.
4. Enter your number plate and choose how long you’d like to park for. Remember, you can extend this later.
5. Choose to add any handy parking reminders you need, then just tap to pay.
And you’re good to go! Your details are saved so next time, you can park even faster.
If you’re not a smartphone user, you can still use RingGo to pay for your parking by calling 0203 046 0063. You can also register and book parking with RingGo online.
*There is a small convenience charge for using this service. See RingGo online for full terms and conditions and VAT receipts.
Parking charges are also applicable to Blue Badge holders.
Facilities and access
The cafe and toilets are open from 8.30am to 3.30pm daily.
The cafe is currently running a takeaway service only.
For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:
- Accessible toilet
- Assistant dogs welcome
- Cafe
- Dogs allowed
- Easy access trail
- Picnic area
- Toilets
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