York Community Woodland

Visitor information

A growing woodland haven close to York city centre

Welcome to York Community Woodland, located near the village of Knapton to the west of York.

The newly-established woodland is a growing haven for nature enthusiasts, wildlife, and anyone seeking a tranquil escape into the great outdoors. It will also help nature recover across the wider landscape, providing habitats for valuable wildlife and helping to store carbon, alleviate soil erosion and prevent flooding.

You can visit Bell Wood, try a spot of birdwatching, take the dog for a walk along our flat paths or just sit and watch the world go by.

As the site develops it will continue transforming into a beautiful, interactive woodland for the people of York to explore and enjoy, providing health and wellbeing benefits for all.

At a glance

Following years of collaboration with City of York Council and White Rose Forest, York Community Woodland is now open to the public.
20/08/2024 08:27
Dogs welcome
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No barbecues or fires allowed.
20/08/2024 08:29

Things to do

Walking at York Community Woodland

There aren't currently any way-marked trails or routes at York Community Woodland but you're still more than welcome to explore the flat paths that cover the site. 

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Our work

York Community Woodland - a visualisation

Developing York Community Woodland

Find out more about our plans for developing this new woodland and keep up-to-date with progress.
Our work in York