Activities at Blengdale Forest

Our forests have sustained significant damage following Storm Eowyn. We are aware of trees that have fallen in this forest that may be dangerous. Please do not visit until further notice, while our teams check and make the site safe.

Visitor information

How to find us

Sat Nav Postcode:

CA20 1EB

Blengdale Forest, Seascale ,

By Car

A595 West coast road to Gosforth then follow the minor road through Gosforth towards Nether Wasdale. At junction in Wellington follow public footpath north north west into the forest.

Despite not having a gate on the main forest road through the forest, you should not drive through the wood. There is no parking available at the forest, please park near the entrance or in Gosforth and walk.

By Public Transport

By Train - Nearest station at Seascale 5km west of Blengdale.

OS Grid Ref

NY089064

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Additional information

Number of accessible parking spaces: 0

There are no designated accessible parking spaces at this forest. View our easy access trails page to find other forests with accessible parking.

Things to do

Activities at Blengdale Forest

walking path next to stream in Blengdale Forest

Walking at Blengdale Forest

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