First time using the area for a dog walk...what a beautiful location and fantastic walks...only downside was dog owners not clearing up after themselves...

This our absolute favourite place for a bit of headspace and to walk our Collie. A walk can take you 30 minutes or 2 hours depending on the route you take. In the winter take your wellies. In the summer, take your picnic blanket. An absolute gem and so close to home, that it's worth the 15 minute drive.

This expansive woodland is a real hidden gem, much larger than you'd expect, and teeming with wildlife, especially birds. The paths are easy to follow, though they can be a bit uneven, so they may not be suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters. However, for those who can walk, it’s the perfect spot to unwind, escape the hustle and bustle, and reconnect with nature. A truly peaceful retreat

I've been visiting Clowes Wood for some years now, to walk my dog. It's quite safe to let dogs off the lead so long as you are aware, there is a railway at the top end. It's an extremely pretty and ancient wood, situated a little way from Earlswood Lakes. With an abundance of wildlife, birds, streams, and meandering paths, it's easy to get lost if you don't keep to the designated pathways. There are several routes you can walk, some are short, about a mile or so and some more like three miles. There are few sitting down places unless you sit on a fallen tree, so it would be a challenge for anyone with a bad back. It isn't wheelchair friendly in any part of the wood and on a lovely day, parking can also be tricky. To get to the car park, drive past Manor Farm (the lane opposite The Red Lion pub in Earlswood) all the way to the last house on the left and it's a sharp left turn into the car park. In the autumn and winter it can get very wet and boggy so wear wellies. Children will love it, it's a magical place for children and the wood is so big, you won't bump into too many people. Afterwards you can drive back down the lane to the tea rooms at Manor Farm and have a nice hot cuppa! One last thing, if you are old enough to remember the Blair Witch Project, this primarily Beech Wood can be reminiscent of the movie....... :)

One of our favorite family walks. Lots of different routes to learn and explore. Lota of dens and logs for kids to enjoy. Plenty of room to not bump into people too frequently which with a nervous dog is a must for us. There are plenty of places to dive if your dog is excitable or nervous around other people or dogs too.