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“Inspirational days out” Guardian Unlimited / The Observer
“Beatrix and the world beyond” Telegraph Group Limited (free registration required)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 4 attractions in Hawkshead
Traveler Description:
Scenic forest located in England's Lake District that serves as a recreation center for hiking and mountain biking, plus an outdoor "art museum" with... more » Scenic forest located in England's Lake District that serves as a recreation center for hiking and mountain biking, plus an outdoor "art museum" with numerous sculptures scattered throughout the forest. « less
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Attraction type: Forest
Activities: Hiking, Walking, Biking
Address: Hawkshead
England
Tel: 01229 860010

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Reviews of Grizedale Forest

( 1-4 of 4 )
“Especially gorgeous in the Autumn”
5 of 5 stars
Lisa&Stu
Nottinghamshire
Oct 19, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We did two of the very well sign posted walking trails in the Grizedale Forest (the Carron Crag walk and the Tarn walk). Parking was £4 for the day and the car parks near the visitor centre can get quite busy. The Forest was especially beautiful in the autumn. more

“fantastic walks with surprises along the way”
5 of 5 stars
amberpop
merseyside
Jul 6, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

Spend a day in wonderful Grizedale forest. It has cycling trails, forest walks (with sculptures dotted around the way), with some beautiful views. My husband and I always spend at least 1 day there when holidaying in the lakes, will be back again in October. Grizedale also has the Going Ape adventure for the brave hearted amongst us, sadly that... more

“So much fun”
5 of 5 stars
Liversage
Somerset
Mar 25, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

Grizedale forest is one of my favourite places in the world! The forest is gorgeous with loads of different walks. There is a nice little park and a picnic area with little shops. On a sunny day i can't think of anywhere nicer. Go Ape is soooo much fun. It costs around £20.00 which is really good value as it... more

“Love it here!”
5 of 5 stars
Honey510
Blackpool, United Kingdom
Feb 26, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

This is a great place to visit - something for everyone. 1. There are many signposted walks varying in difficulty. We opted for the strenuous 10 mile hike which took almost 5 hours and the views were stunning. The forest is full of wooden sculptures which you pass on the way. 2. You can hire bikes (approx £20) and cycle... more

Reviews of Grizedale Forest

( 1-4 of 4 )
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Hawkshead, England
Tel: 01229 860010