Explore a 24-hectare community woodland with forest school activities, guided walks, wildlife watching and seasonal events for all ages.

Llyn Parc Mawr Community Woodland is a 24-hectare managed woodland located in Newborough, run by a dedicated community group since 2014. The woodland offers families diverse outdoor experiences including forest school programs where children and adults learn skills in nature, guided walks led by knowledgeable volunteers, and regular events such as fungi forays, bat and moth walks, and seasonal celebrations. Visitors can enjoy woodland exploration suitable for all ages and abilities, with opportunities to spot local wildlife including red squirrels and birds. The venue regularly organizes children's birthday parties, community gatherings, and educational activities that encourage visitors to understand and appreciate the natural environment. The woodland management work creates new habitats and maintains safe pathways for public enjoyment. The venue welcomes families seeking outdoor adventure and environmental learning, from young children experiencing forest school programs to adults interested in guided nature walks and wildlife observation. Entry is free, and the site is accessible for family groups including those with pushchairs.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Andrew Bishop

4 months ago

Went on a Monday morning and no trouble parking in the free car park. Car park has picnic benches, with squirrel feeders nearby— spotted several squirrels there. I followed the marked walking route, which was well signposted and easy to navigate. Along the way, I saw another squirrel near the top of the lake. Overall, it’s a great walk accompanied with plenty of birds and a good chance of seeing red squirrels. From the car park, you can also walk through Newborough Forest down to the beach, which takes about an hour.

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Martin Colclough

6 months ago

Great place to walk your dog. Very peaceful.

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Charlotte Thomas

10 months ago

Parked the car and wandered through the woods with doggo (~1 hour walk) to the astonishingly beautiful beach at Newborough. Spectacular views. There is a car park closer to the beach (Newborough National Nature Reserve & Forest) for those that don't want to walk through the woods - but we loved it 😄

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Sam Sykes

2 years ago

Great for wildlife and bird enthusiasts, though we have visited twice and only ever seen red Squirrels on the feeders next to the car park 🤭

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Tracey Hill

8 years ago

We had a beautiful walk around the woods. I've been looking all over for 2 years to see the Red Squirrels and I finally got my wish. Right near the seating area. It was amazing. So clean and tidy except for a local dropping his Orange skin in the car park, which absolutely disgusted us

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026