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Dinton Pastures Country Park

Hurst, United Kingdom•4.6(5.5k)•Country Park, Nature Reserve

Explore 350 acres of woodland, meadows, and lakes with water activities, fishing, and family-friendly outdoor pursuits year-round.

Dinton Pastures Country Park is a 350-acre award-winning country park situated in the heart of Wokingham, offering families an expansive natural escape featuring woodland, meadows, lakes, and rivers. The park is accessible 365 days a year with car parks open daily, making it convenient for regular visits and spontaneous family outings. The Dinton Activity Centre, based within the park, provides a comprehensive range of outdoor and indoor activities suitable for all ages. Families can enjoy water-based pursuits including boat hire and paddleboarding, while the site also hosts fishing opportunities with specimen group memberships and casual day tickets available. Throughout weekends and school holidays, the activity centre runs dedicated family and holiday club programmes. The park's lakes are recognized as premier specimen fishing venues in the UK, and the surrounding landscape of woodland and meadow provides excellent opportunities for nature exploration and wildlife watching. With its combination of recreational activities, natural spaces, and year-round accessibility, Dinton Pastures caters to families seeking outdoor adventures, from water sports enthusiasts to those simply wanting to enjoy scenic walks and picnicking in a protected natural environment.

Opening Hours

Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59

Venue Details

Venue Type

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

Google Reviews

4.6(5.5k reviews)
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P M

P M

2 months ago

Lovely park with lots of outdoor water activities, trails and great play area with various wooden climbing frames, swings, slides, sandpit and tunnels for kids of all ages. We came here for the first time and we enjoyed it as much as our boy. There's good toilet facilities and a few cafes and food/drinks vans across the park. The only minor issue was the direction (through Google Maps) it took us to a different spot. I would suggest using the Dinton Pastures Car Park for a better direction guide to the spot

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Ste Gallimore

Ste Gallimore

2 months ago

Went for a dog walk around the lake on a nice sunny day. Seemed ample parking available but I could see how it would get busy on popular days. Paths are wide and accessible for walkers, cyclists and wheelchair users. Lots of activities for families with younger kids. We were able to find a quiet path after only a short walk from the main car park. Busier around by the water activity center, which was understandably popular given the weather. Had food and drinks in the cafe which was a little pricey but fine. Used the toilets which were clean and in good order. Can't really fault it. We had a lovely dog walk. Will definitely add that to our list of regular places to go.

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Mushi

Mushi

2 months ago

a calm oasis in the concrete jungle...many relaxing spots if you know where to look. pure serenity washes over me as I ascend blissfuly into the heavens 😇 feng shui score 5/5 winding little paths covered by beautiful trees with plenty a nook or a cranny for you and all who wish to seek them out. the openness of nature allows plenty of space for both man and spirit so you will not be disturbed by nay a bird or a monkey (spiritual ones. no guarantee for physical creatures) daily proverb: to understand the flow in thy own body will allow you to see the currents of life 👲🏻

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Kashi “Sultan Al Farah” Mohammed

Kashi “Sultan Al Farah” Mohammed

2 months ago

Dinton Pastures Country Park near Wokingham is an absolutely wonderful green space that's managed to retain a genuinely wild and natural character whilst remaining thoroughly accessible and welcoming to visitors of every age and ability – a pretty rare and genuinely impressive achievement that makes this one of the most special country parks in the whole of Berkshire. Sprawling across more than 300 acres of beautifully varied landscape, this is a place where you can genuinely lose yourself for hours, discovering something new and wonderful around every corner, and leave feeling genuinely refreshed, reconnected with nature, and thoroughly at peace with the world. The landscape and habitat diversity throughout the park is genuinely impressive and represents one of its absolute standout features. Rather than being a uniform green field or manicured parkland, Dinton Pastures comprises a genuinely rich tapestry of different environments – open grassland meadows, dense woodland areas, reed beds and wetland habitats, several beautiful lakes and water features, scrubland, hedgerows, and transitional zones that create an astonishing range of different habitats and ecological niches within a relatively compact area. This diversity means that the park absolutely buzzes with wildlife – birds, mammals, insects, amphibians – and ensures that every visit offers something different to discover and observe depending on the season and time of day. In short, Dinton Pastures Country Park is a genuinely outstanding natural green space that absolutely deserves to be far better known and more widely visited than it currently is. Beautifully wild and natural, wonderfully rich in wildlife and ecological interest, offering genuine variety of habitat and walking experience, thoughtfully managed to balance accessibility with environmental protection, and genuinely restorative and peaceful in atmosphere, this is one of those special places that stays with you long after your visit ends and keeps calling you back again and again. Whether you're a keen birdwatcher, a keen naturalist, a walker, a photographer, a family looking for a wonderful outdoor space, or simply someone seeking a bit of peace and natural beauty away from the stresses of modern life, Dinton Pastures absolutely delivers on every level. One of the genuine hidden gems of Berkshire! 🦆🌳🐦💚🌿

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Steven Case

Steven Case

6 months ago

Great place to go for a walk at any time of year, even when it is partially flooded. I very often see the kingfisher's at certain points around all lakes. I cannot wait until the warmer months where i can get the paddleboard out again.

Reviews last updated: 6 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 6 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Dinton Pastures Country Park

Is Dinton Pastures Country Park free to visit?

Dinton Pastures Country Park is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is Dinton Pastures Country Park dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Dinton Pastures Country Park.

Is there parking at Dinton Pastures Country Park?

Yes, Dinton Pastures Country Park has on-site parking.

Is there food at Dinton Pastures Country Park?

Yes, food is available on site at Dinton Pastures Country Park.

Is Dinton Pastures Country Park pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Dinton Pastures 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 Dinton Pastures Country Park?

Dinton Pastures Country Park is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Dinton Pastures Country Park by public transport?

Dinton Pastures Country Park is well-served by public transport.
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