Why not visit the forest by public transport? Delamere has a railway station, with trains running hourly between Manchester and Chester operated by Northern Rail. Travelling by train is much better for the environment and is a fantastic way to get to the Forest, with our station located a short 10 minute walk from our information centre.
We are part of the Mid Cheshire community rail partnership supported by the Mid Cheshire Rail Users Association which is responsible for championing rail travel using the Mid Cheshire line.
If you do choose to travel by car, there are several car parks that can be used to access the forest at Delamere. The car parks adjacent to the information centre can get very busy at weekends so it is recommended that visitors use our other car parks where possible.
It is essential that visitors make use of the car parks and do not obstruct traffic by parking on roadsides or in front of barriers. This is so that access is maintained for emergency vehicles and people who live on-site.
Discovery passes, which include free parking along with a range of other discounts and benefits can be purchased from the information centre at a cost of £30. This money is used to help support the work of the Forestry Commission and to keep the forest maintained for public enjoyment.
Cyclist Special
Discovery Pass holders can now get adult CTC Go Bicycle membership for just £15. (Standard CTC membership costs £39 per year) For more info check out www.ctc.org.uk/discoverypass
We ask that horse boxes use Whitefield car park, which has ample space to accomodate large vehicles, particularly during busy periods such as weekends and school holidays.
Car Parks
- Linmere Car Park
- Station Car Park
- Old Pale Car Park
- Whitefield Car Park
- Barnsbridge Car Park
- Brines Brow Car Park
Linmere Car Park is adjacent to the information centre, toilets, picnic area, learning centre, cycle hire and café. It has designated spaces for visitors with disabilities and is close to the start point for all the trails.
Charge-
- Up to 1 hour £2
- Up to 3 hours £4
- All day £6
- Motorbike £2
- Horsebox/Coach £10
- Car & trailer £6
- Mini-bus £6
- Opening- 8:30-5:00 daily
Station Car Park is adjacent to Delamere train station with trains running between Chester and Manchester and is a 5 minute walk from the information centre and visitor facilities. It has its own set of toilets and picnic area. It is close to the start point for all the trails.
Charge-
- Up to 1 hour £2
- Up to 3 hours £4
- All day £6
- Motorbike £2
- Horsebox/Coach £10
- Car & trailer £6
- Mini-bus £6
- Opening - 8:30- 5:00 daily
Old Pale Car Park is a short way beyond Linmere Car Park and a 2 minute walk from the information centre and visitor facilities. It is close to the start point for all the trails.
Charge-
- Up to 1 hour £2
- Up to 3 hours £4
- All day £6
- Motorbike £2
- Horsebox/Coach £10
- Car & trailer £6
- Mini-bus £6
- Opening- 8:30-5:00 daily
Whitefield Car Park
Whitefield Car Park is located off the B5152 and is the designated car parking for Go Ape, which can be located by following a short trail through the forest. It is also the most suitable car park for horse-boxes as it has ample parking space. It has picnic facilities and is close to the trails. On peak weekends there may also be catering available.
Charge-
- Up to 1 hour £1
- Up to 3 hours £3
- All day £4
- Motorbike £1
- Horsebox/Coach £5
- Car & trailer £4
- Mini-bus £4
- Opening- 8:30-5:00 daily
View map of Whitefield Car Park
Barnsbridge Car Park
Barnsbridge Car Park is located on the Ashton Road. It is close to the trails- notably the easy access trail with accessible surfacing and musical instruments for children and other visitors to explore. It also has a picnic area, and at some peak weekends catering is available. There is also free parking spaces along the Ashton road or switchback as it is known locally.
Charge- Free
Opening- 8:30-4:00 daily
View map of Barnsbridge Car Park
Brines Brow Car Park
Brines Brow Car Park is located on the Ashton Road. It has a picnic area and is close to the trails.
Charge- Free
Opening- 8:30-4:00 daily
