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Alice Holt Woodland Park
 

This ancient forest is famous for its oak trees which once supplied timber for navy ships. Recently Alice Holt oak has been used to build a replica of Shakespeare's Globe threatre in London.
Whether you have come to walk, cycle, picnic, or see the wildlife, there is something at Alice Holt for everyone who loves the countryside.

How to get there:

Farnham is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SU809417

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From the A31 turn off at Farnham onto the A325 going south. Stay on the A325 for appromimately three miles then turn left following signs to the Woodland Park. The nearest station is at Bentley. From here you can walk through Alice Holt Forest to the Woodland park along public rights of way.Alternatively take the train to Farnham and catch a bus to the Woodland Park.

Start your visit from:

Main entrance
AUTUMN BEECH IN MARK ASH WOOD

Facilities:

ToiletsParking ChargeInformationEasy AccessVisitor CentreRefreshmentsForest ShopOther Facilities

Activities:

WalkingCyclingHorse RidingEducationalFishingWildlife ActivitiesOrienteeringOther ActivitiesBarbecuePicnicPlay Area
walking

Alice Holt Woodland park is an ideal place for a walk in the woods. You can follow the waymarked trails or walk your own routes. A map of the wood is available at the Visitor Centre.

cycling

There is a popular waymarked family cycle trail through the woodland park. Forestry Adventure offer cycle hire facilities during weekends and school holidays. Based near the visitor centre they have a full range of cycles for all abilities (for more information see the link on the right of this page or phone 01420 520523).

horse riding

There are a number of suitable routes for horse riders within the Woodland Park. A permit is required by all horse riders who wish to ride in the wood. Please contact TROT on 01622 735599 to apply for a permit (for more information see the link on the right of this page).

Contact:

Recreation Officer
01420 520212
e-mail: kathleen.calver@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


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