Visitor information
Opening hours
Mamhead offers 24 hour access, 365 days a year.
How to find us
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Travelling by car on the A380 turn off at the top of Telegraph Hill towards Mamhead/Starcross. Take the first right turn and the car park is located half a mile further along on the left hand side.
OS Grid Ref
50.616775462724, -3.5281133651733
Parking and prices
From Friday 5 September 2025
Charges apply to all spaces 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The money you pay to park helps us care for the forest and its facilities.
You can pay by card or contactless at the machines in the car park. The parking machines do not accept cash.
Forestry England members park for free at Mamhead and dozens of other Forestry England sites. Sign up today for just £94 per year for your household.
Please do not block gateways. Operational and emergency access is required at all times.
Parking Charges
| Up to 1 hour | £1.00 |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 hours | £2.00 |
| All day | £5.00 |
Coaches/Minibuses charges
Campervan / motorhome / minibus - £6 all day flat rate
Sorry, no coaches.
Additional information
Facilities and access
Please note there are no toilets at Mamhead.
- Assistant dogs welcome
- Dogs allowed
- Easy access trail
Contact details
