Leigh Woods - Forestry England

About

Leigh Woods is located to the south west of Bristol and is an unexpected sanctuary from the urban hustle and bustle. Leigh Woods boasts a unique ecology thanks to its position on the edge of the Avon Gorge and its Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The forest is crisscrossed by a network of tracks that guide visitors past a variety of habitats, including high forest, coppice, and even an arboretum that was once part of the Leigh Court Estate. The car park is open all year-round from 7am to 9pm. Parking charges apply, these are: 0-2 hours £2.50, up to 4 hours £4.50, all day £5.50, minibuses £8, coaches £12. You can pay by card/contactless at the machines in the car park or using the RingGo app. We recommend downloading the app to your phone before you visit. We are unable to accept cash payment for parking. Leigh Woods members park for free. Annual membership costs £80. The money you pay for parking helps us care for the forest and its facilities.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes