Outdoor Activities
ListenAccess to the Crown Estate woodland and adventure play area is free. Cycling and horse riding are an additional cost; permits can be purchased at Reception. Activity trails and orienteering maps are also available to purchase.
Adventure Play Area
Our fantastic adventure play area features the infant play trail which is suitable for younger children aged between 3 and 6 years old. The play area for older children aged 7 to 11 years old has a magnificent fort as its centrepiece. Tables and seating which surround the area are perfect for picnicking in fine weather.
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Walks and Trails
Situated in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodland The Look Out Discovery Centre is the perfect starting point for a wide variety of walks and trails suitable for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
The following trail guides are available from The Look Out reception area. They include a planned route with information and activities for along the way.
Family Discoverers Trail (831kb)
Discover forest treasures with this nature trail for 8-12 years olds.
Price: £1.50- Family Explorers Trail (662kb)
Discover the magic of the forest with this nature trail for 4-7 year olds.
Price: £1.50
Dogs are permitted in the forest under the supervision of their owners.
Orienteering
We have an orienteering course available for only £1 per course. The course starts and finishes at The Look Out with three suggested courses of 2.5km, 4.3km or 6.9km for the most adventurous! Please ask at reception for the orienteering map and course information.
Mountain Bike Hire
Mountain bike hire is available at The Look Out courtesy of Wellington Trek. From here both novice and experienced bike riders will have the opportunity to explore the surrounding woodland. Day permits and maps are available from The Look Out for cycling in Swinley Forest. Cycling permits are required for adults only and cost £2 per day.
Bike hire is available every weekend and bank holiday and Bracknell Forest school holidays from February to October. Please note that it is closed from the end of October until the February school holiday. Please see the Wellington Trek website for further information.
Go Ape!
UK’s No.1 Forest Adventure.
- There’s tree top adventure to enjoy - Take to the trees and speed down zip slides; part of an exciting course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings all set high above the forest floor.
- You can also enjoy forest segway, experience on two wheels - Get off-road and explore the great outdoors on the latest all-terrain segways.
Open from February to November, please check the Go Ape website for details.
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