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Brierley Forest Park Country Park

Huthwaite, United Kingdom•4.6(1.6k)•Country Park, Nature Reserve, Playground

Explore 78 hectares of woodlands, wetlands, and meadows with nature walks, cycling trails, a children's play area, and a Green Flag award-winning visitor centre.

Brierley Forest Park is a 78-hectare Green Flag award-winning country park offering an exceptional outdoor experience for families of all ages. The park features over two miles of nature walks through diverse habitats including woodlands, hay meadows, streams, and wetland areas. Visitors can enjoy cycling trails, horse-riding routes, a mountain bike track, and a well-maintained children's play area, making it ideal for families seeking active recreation. The park is rich with wildlife and natural beauty, home to foxes, owls, meadow pipits, lapwings, blue tit birds, and a large population of skylarks. Wildflower meadows showcase species such as yarrow and ox-eye daisy, while the arboretum and remembrance grove provide peaceful spaces for contemplation. Additional attractions include a lake with fishing platforms, picnic areas, and a sculpture trail that encourages exploration. Brierley Forest Park celebrates its heritage as a former colliery site through educational displays in the visitor centre and landmarks such as timber miner sculptures and pit wheels along the main path. The Brierley Café and Visitor Centre provide refreshments and learning opportunities about the site's coal mining history. Open 24 hours with free parking, disabled facilities, toilets, and a hearing loop, the park welcomes visitors year-round and hosts a free 5k parkrun every Saturday at 9am.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 09:00 – 15:30
Tuesday: 09:00 – 15:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 15:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 15:30
Friday: 09:00 – 15:30
Saturday: 09:00 – 15:30
Sunday: 09:00 – 15:30

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Brierley Café

On-site café offering refreshments at the visitor centre

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4.6(1.6k reviews)
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shelley trickett

shelley trickett

2 months ago

Just came across this place and glad we did! Beautiful and shaded which is needed during the heatwave! Free parking. Put in for the visitors centre on your sat nav else you end up at a side entrance in the middle of a housing estate! We stopped for a coffee and took the grandson to the park there. If you have kids 10+ this place has the most amazing assault course set up I've seen!! Adults can use it too! Worth a visit just for that! 😂 Park has a good set up for younger ones too and my grandson spent a while playing. There's a sandwich pit area fenced off so take a bucket and spade!! Away from the cafe and park area there are a couple of walks in different directions. We have yet to fully explore but the but we did was a wildlife haven with some of the most butterflies I have seen in a while. This place is absolutely amazing for insects. Plenty of birds too. Main area has squirrels around the play park area as they have a large feeding table there and the squirrels and birds use it. We are going back as soon as it's a little cooler to explore!!

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Hannah Leighton

Hannah Leighton

4 months ago

What a lovely park! Lots of paths to walk, you can make your walk as long or as short as you want. The play park is nice for kids and the cafe is great, lovely cakes and the staff are very nice. The prices are reasonable to. Our dog loves coming for walks too!

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Levi

Levi

a year ago

Visited here today. Nice place. Free parking. Playground and picnic areas and benches. Very accessible. Cafe and visitor center. A pond and nice easy walks for everyone

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Hazel Stevens

Hazel Stevens

a year ago

Fantastic area for dog walks, lots of different paths,not always signposted but it's difficult to get lost. Lots of seats scattered around,very peaceful place. There is a busier area near the lake and the cafe, but you can also find seclusion. Have been here in summer and winter, shaded areas in summer, some muddy areas in winter,but there are also hard pathways. Something for everyone. Large carpark, make sure you put visitors centre into sat nav, as there is a smaller carpark which is on the opposite side and only has 4 spaces. Did spot deer so keep eyes open.

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Stephen Townsend

Stephen Townsend

a year ago

Brierley Park is an excellent place to exercise yourself and your pet dog, it's a very pleasant and relaxing walk down to the lake where there's lots of wildlife to observe. There's lots of trails to keep you interested for a few hours, even through the centre of the golf course and onto Hardwick view. The visitor centre has a good selection of foods and another great place to sit and relax with a very friendly atmosphere... All in all the whole area is well worth a visit...

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Brierley Forest Park Country Park

Is Brierley Forest Park Country Park free to visit?

Entry to Brierley Forest Park Country Park is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Brierley Forest Park Country Park suitable for?

Brierley Forest Park Country Park is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Brierley Forest Park Country Park dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Brierley Forest Park Country Park.

Is there parking at Brierley Forest Park Country Park?

Yes — Brierley Forest Park Country Park has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Brierley Forest Park Country Park?

Yes — Brierley Café is on site at Brierley Forest Park Country Park. On-site café offering refreshments at the visitor centre

Is Brierley Forest Park Country Park pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Brierley Forest Park Country Park is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Brierley Forest Park Country Park?

Brierley Forest Park Country Park is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Brierley Forest Park Country Park by public transport?

Brierley Forest Park Country Park is well-served by public transport.
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