Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest in Tunbridge Wells is home to the National Pinetum, with over 12,000 trees; it features three walking trails, three cycling trails, and four orienteering trails, as well as running trails. You can hire a bike, a free tramper hire for those with disability issues, plus have a try at Go Ape Bedgebury's tree top challenge. There's also a diverse programme of fitness and wellbeing activities.  Bedgebury is awe-inspiring for tree lovers as well as a beautiful setting for quiet walks and picnics around the rolling hills, valleys, and lakes. Also home to live music events and the annual Christmas at Bedgebury light trail.

Opening Hours
Early March to late October
8am-8pm
Late October to early March
8am-5pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time
Hours are seasonal and will change; check times before visiting
Closed Christmas Day.

Price
Free on foot
Parking charges apply:
Car
Members: Free
Up to 1 hour: £4
Up to 2 hours: £8
Up to 3 hours: £11.50
Up to 4 hours: £14.50
All day: £15.50
Motorbikes: Free
Vehicle admission charges above apply to coaches and minibuses.
Please note: Cashless site.

Accessibility
There is an accessible play trail, free Tamper (mobility scooter) hire.

Travel Details

Car
Parking charges apply.

Train
Etchingham, (nearest) and Tunbridge Wells, Frant, Wadhurst, Staplehurst, and Marden are nearby.

Bus
1066 bus from Tunbridge Wells towards Hawkhurst. The nearest bus stop is Flimwell, opposite Aspect Wood (near the Flimwell crossroads), around 30 minutes.

Dogs
Dogs are welcome at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest! Please keep them on a lead when you are in the car park, the National Pinetum and the play areas. The cafe seating is dog-free.

Facilities
Cafe • Picnic Area • Toilet • Disabled Toilet • Baby Changing Facilities • Shop • Shower • Public WiFi

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Picture Credit: © Forestry England.

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