Open every day except Christmas Day. The site opens at 8.00 every day and the closing times are as follows:
November to February - 5:00pm
March - 6:30pm
April - 8:00pm
May to August - 9:00pm
September - 7:30pm
October - 6:30pm
You will find Mallards Pike Lake half way along the road between Parkend and Blakeney.
From Coleford - number 23 bus, change at Bream to number 727 bus (then a 20 minute walk)
From Lydney - number 717 bus (then a 20 minute walk)
From Cinderford - number 717 bus, change at Blakeney to number 727 bus.
51.780938722642, -2.5289297828033
Parking charges apply at Mallards Pike Lake.
You can now use RingGo at Mallards Pike Lake which allows you to pay for parking online or via an app. Please download the Ringo App before travelling if you can.
Pay for parking on your phone in 5 easy steps:
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.
Location Codes - 31037 (car), 31038 (minibus or motorhome), 31039 (coach)
Please note: Signal is poor at Mallards Pike Lake, and so if you would like to pay by phone please do so before you arrive.
Card payments can also be made at the main ticket machine located near the toilet block.
Parking Charges
| Peak charges (1 April - 31 October) | |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | £3.00 |
| Up to 4 hours | £5.00 |
| All day | £7.00 |
| Early bird - exit before 10.30am | £2.00 |
| After 5pm | £2.00 |
| Off peak charges (1 November - 30 March) | |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | £2.00 |
| Up to 4 hours | £4.00 |
| All day | £5.00 |
| Early bird - exit before 10.30am | £1.00 |
| After 5pm | £1.00 |
Coaches/Minibuses charges
Minibuses/motorhomes - peak £10.00, off peak £8.00
Coaches/minibuses with trailers - peak £12.00, off peak £10.00
Additional Information
Visiting Mallards Pike Lake updated 6 January 2021
Some facilities are open
| Car park | Open |
| Toilets | Open with social distancing measures |
| Walking Trails | Open |
| Running Trails | Open |
| Gruffalo Orienteering | Open |
| Café | Closed |
| Go Ape | Closed |
| Forest Segway | Closed |
When you visit the nation’s forests, remember it is your responsibility to follow the new guidance on staying safe outside your home. We are cleaning our car parking machines throughout the day but for your own safety please bring hand sanitiser with you to use after touching the machines.
If you are uncomfortable with the idea of touching the car park payment machines, you may want to consider becoming a member. As well as supporting the forest you will receive a 12 month car park pass. Find out more.
For a quieter forest experience, we recommend planning your visit for early morning (before 10.00am) or in the evening (after 4.00pm). The forest is usually less busy on week days.
For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:
Activities at Mallards Pike Lake
