Hamsterley Forest Map

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4.2/5 · 451 reviews
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Apr 23, 2025
Amazing for dog walks and such a lovely cafe will be back soon. Dog loved splashing on the river. The cafe there done a splendid salad box with coffeeFull review by Royreviews1
Apr 18, 2025
Beautiful place, excellent for biking and hiking, we had a lovely day and the park is well maintained. HOWEVER, toilets were at a very poor standard, very unhygienic and one 2 toilets had toilet rol…Full review by Chloe Nicole S
Apr 16, 2025
We visited the forest for the day on our way home from a stay in Beamish. As we had our dog and our grandchildren with us we needed somewhere that was both child and dog friendly. What a find! The gr…Full review by Carolyn C
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Questions & answers

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Is there a good touring caravan camp site near the forest? Thanks.
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Not in the Forest Boundary try visitcountydurham website for suggestions on accommodation.
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Answer by Laura H · Apr 16, 2024
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Is the stick man statue still at Hamsterley forest?
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It’s now a Gruffalo trail.
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Hello can I do bbq near picnic area if anyone know ?
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We don't allow BBQ at our picnic areas , you are welcome to bring your own picnic or purchase food and drinks from our on site cafe and kiosks
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Answer by Laura H · Apr 16, 2024
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Hi , would anyone be able to recommend a camp site as I cant see much online. Also is the bike hire shop still there?
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Hi we currently don't have a bike hire or campsite.
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Has anyone got lost is it easy to find your way back to car
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There are 3 paths of different lengths depending on your stamina and walking ability. Unless you travel off the path, then I would think its highly unlikely you could get lost. However, …
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There are 3 paths of different lengths depending on your stamina and walking ability. Unless you travel off the path, then I would think its highly unlikely you could get lost. However, it would be fair to say children could get put in danger if they stray off the pathways as there are bogs and pits throughout the forest. Also the stream is dangerous for any child.
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