The nation's forests are for all to enjoy
This page offers information to help you plan a stress-free visit to Sence Valley.
Essentials
Toilets
There are no accessible toilets at Sence Valley.
There are two toilets situated in the toilet block by the main car park.
Changing Places
Sence Valley does not have a changing places facility.
Arriving at the forest
Sence Valley has two car parks.
The site is unstaffed and there is no visitor centre.
There are local bus routes into Ibstock from the surrounding area, and it is a short walk to Sence Valley from the bus stops.
Car parking
There are no dedicated accessible parking bays.
Parking charges apply at Sence Valley. You can pay by card (card payment machines in both car parks) or by phone using cashless parking provider RingGo.
Getting out into the forest
There is no all-terrain mobility scooter hire at Sence Valley.
The All Ability Trail is an accessible non-waymarked loop, fairly level and only 1km in length.
Seating and shelter
There are three picnic areas near both car parks and also at a scenic point next to Horseshoe Lake.
Accessible benches can be found by the lower car park.
Trails and activities
There are two walking trails at Sence Valley, as well as a Wellbeing trail.
Find out more about things to do at Sence Valley.