Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
Goudhurst, Kent/Sussex border
Image: Bedgebury National Pinetum and ForestImage: Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
Bedgebury is Forestry England's National Pinetum, a world-leading collection of over 12,000 specimen trees set among the lakes and valleys of the High Weald near Goudhurst. Wander the pinetum on foot, cycle or mountain bike the forest trails, or let children tackle the play trail. With a cafe at the visitor centre, it can easily fill a day.
Highlights
- Over 12,000 specimen trees in the National Pinetum
- Family cycling and mountain bike trails
- Play trail for children
- Visitor centre cafe beside a lake
- Go Ape treetop courses on site
Good to know
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome, including in the visitor centre atrium, but cafe seating is dog-free
- Trampers must be booked online in advance
Getting there
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, Bedgebury Visitor Centre, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SJParking: Pay-on-site vehicle charges as above.
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Image: Go Ape BedgeburyGo Ape Bedgebury
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Image: Scotney CastleScotney Castle
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Photo: Bewl WaterBewl Water
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