Stang Forest — Local services in Hope

Stang Forest has two small car parks, bonus is that parking is free. I chose the higher car park to explore the forest and the hills above, but plenty of paths throughout the forest to choose from, but do take a map if new to the area to ensure you find your way back. There is also extensive forestry work ongoing at the minute but plenty of warning signs to keep you safe. Area great for wildlife such as Curlew, finches, buzzards, lapwings, oystercatcher, plus the odd deer...

Great forest lots of routes to explore. You can follow the forestry roads or go off into the trees for a wilder adventure. Lots of wildlife and mushrooms everywhere. Great quiet place for a walk theres some spots with some lovely views across the country side. A few different parking spots available. Ground was good to walk on little slippy in places so some good footwear is...

First time visiting, had to climb over a fallen tree with two kids but apart from that it was just magical. Been to many forests but this definitely stood out. Saw some deer, heard an owl and pheasant. Can’t wait to go back and...