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Leigh Woods Red Trail


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On this trail you will pass through ancient woodland and 20th century plantations.

The woods are species-rich with wide varieties.  The woods consist of mixed broadleaves and open coppice areas. 

Picnic benches are available at the start of the trail from the car park.

Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

How to get there:

Leigh Woods Red Trail can be started from Leigh Woods in Bristol Woodlands. Bristol is the nearest town or village.

From the M5 take junction 19 and follow the A369 towards Bristol. After passing through Abbots Leigh you will find the site signposted on the left hand side

OS Grid Reference: ST553741
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The Barn, situated off the red trail in Leigh woods

Facilities and Activities

ParkingEasy Access
Walking

Trail

Grade of trail

Stout waterproof footwearModerate

Trail waymarking

red

Length of trail

1 miles

Approximate time of trail

1/2 hour

Open or closed

open

Contact

Forest Of Dean Recreation Ranger
01594 833057
e-mail: dean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Active woods

What's of interest

In the heart of the woods you can find a sculpture of a Wild Service tree leaf.