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CONKERS

Ashby-de-la-Zouch, United Kingdom•4.3(4.6k)•Country Park, Playground, Theme Park

Explore 120 acres of woodland, lakes and adventure trails in the heart of the National Forest with climbing, wildlife spotting and the famous Barefoot Walk.

Set in the heart of the National Forest, Conkers is an award-winning visitor attraction spanning 120 acres of woodland, lakes and adventure trails. Little explorers can roam freely, discover natural wonders and let their imaginations run wild across the expansive grounds. Visitors enjoy a diverse range of activities including splashing through the famous Barefoot Walk, climbing and traversing adventure trails, spotting wildlife, and experiencing attractions such as the Giant Jump Pillow, High Ropes with Vertigo Adventures, a 4D Cinema, Outdoor Pursuits, Paint A Pot sessions and seasonal ice skating at the Conkers Pop-up Rink. Conkers caters to families of all ages, from Early Years and Key Stage 1 through to older children, with dedicated education group programmes and special themed weekends. The venue hosts seasonal events including Halloween Light Walks, Fireworks Spectacular and Winter Wonderland, plus children's parties and private event spaces. With indoor and outdoor facilities, food available at Explorers Rest, and membership options available, Conkers offers year-round family adventure and exploration in a natural woodland setting.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

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

Explorers Rest

Family restaurant with attraction views, uses best ingredients to create delicious and healthy meals with diverse menu including vegetarian and vegan options

Hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm daily

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4.3(4.6k reviews)
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Kaspa X

Kaspa X

2 weeks ago

Visited with 4 children under 6, and 4 adults. Must say, the park was quite boring. The 4D cinema was okay and lasted about 10 minutes and the indoor museum/discovery centre rarely had any of its interactive features working. The first outdoor section with the splash pad and play area was the only part that was enjoyed by the kids but it got quite busy with a lot of older kids running around. Following this was the Swan boats, the water was very dirty and swampy so it was a put off. Alot of the areas on the walk were closed off so it was a waste of time walking around following the map, no notice of areas that were not in use, kiosks were all shut on the walk too. Short train ride had the kids jumping with excitement but again, the other side of the park was shut so had to return on the train within minutes of getting off. Most areas for younger kids were not accessible, activities for older kids were widely available so not really useful for us. Overpriced food and drink, queues took forever to order. The whole place needs refurbishing. Won't be returning, rather visit a local park. 👎

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Clifford Hammond

Clifford Hammond

3 weeks ago

Loved it here the barefoot path was fantastic and the boating lake was great fun. So much to do. I would highly recommend.

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Tim Key

Tim Key

a month ago

Avoid - expensive and dilapidated - far better places for less money. They’re clearly struggling and it shows. “Have you booked at reception” was the disappointing yet constant phrase of the day. £70 to get in - you’d expect quite a lot. As you walk around you see things and activities that you want to do - boats, archery, roller skating etc. Any place with common sense would allow you to pay per activity there and then as an impulse but no… the boats, the roller skating, the high ropes and numerous other activities all require you to “book at reception”. As I didn’t want to spend my day walking to and from reception we decided to do the free stuff - what little of it wasn’t closed. Even the zip line - the things my kids were most looking forward to was “closed for maintenance” which ruined that experience too. Their silly rules cost them at least £50 just from us. LET PEOPLE PAY FOR EACH ACTIVITY when THEY WANT to do that activity!!! Nobody wants their whole day prebooked with time slots. Also the train was broken making the trip between the 2 areas longer and more enjoyable. I am a man of principles so will not be returning as the systems is silly and I don’t like companies that think they can get away with rubbish and expect people to return. Lovely grounds spoilt by silly rules and lots of things being “temporary” out of order. Will be seeking a refund as the experience was absolutely not as promised or expected. Here are some photos of all the thing we couldn’t do…

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S S

2 months ago

First time visiting and we really enjoyed our visit. Lots of nature trails and climbing frames to keep the kids busy. The indoor softplay and museum was a great bonus too. Few negatives were the food prices were quite high (and I guess thats to be expected, and you can bring your own food) but also the 4D cinema was quite in rough shape and the glasses w were very dirty that we couldn't see out from them.

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Eddie Grice

Eddie Grice

4 months ago

Went there on 7th Nov, most things were closed which (due to them preparing for fireworks) we weren't told about it just told they closed early today, I asked at the desk and the staff wasn't aware things were closed?! Equipment is very old and lots of broken things, could do with a complete overhaul safety nets had holes in etc. I can see this place used to be good but definitely needs money reinvestment now, lots todo there if it's all open unfortunately for us it was not.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about CONKERS

Is CONKERS free to visit?

CONKERS is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is CONKERS dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at CONKERS.

Is there parking at CONKERS?

Yes, CONKERS has on-site parking.

Is there food at CONKERS?

Yes — Explorers Rest is on site at CONKERS. Family restaurant with attraction views, uses best ingredients to create delicious and healthy meals with diverse menu…

Is CONKERS pushchair-friendly?

CONKERS isn't the easiest for pushchairs, prams or buggies — stairs or uneven terrain may make a baby carrier a better option.

How long should we plan to spend at CONKERS?

CONKERS is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to CONKERS by public transport?

CONKERS isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.
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