Guisborough Forest & Walkway Centre....

Guisborough Forest & Walkway is situated in Pinchinthorpe on the outskirts of Guisborough at the northern end of the A173. It extends for 2.5 miles along part of the route followed by the old Guisborough Branch Railway line, heading west towards Nunthorpe, and east to Guisborough Forest, which is managed by Forest Enterprise.

It is a gateway site to the North York Moors National Park and offers splendid views of Roseberry Topping to the south. Points of local interest include Highcliff Nab and Hanging Stone. Captain Cook’s Monument is also within walking distance. The Cleveland Way and the Tees Link walks pass through Guisborough Forest, and are just two of the many walking routes easily accessible to visitors.

Parking:

The site has car-parking spaces for up to 50 cars. The site is also served by a regular bus service from local surrounding areas.

Opening Times
The Visitor Centre is usually open at the following times:

Summer:
Monday - Friday 9am - 4.30pm
Saturday & Sunday - 10am - 5pm

Winter:
Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday - 10am - 4.30pm
The centre may be closed if the Rangers are working out on site. Please telephone for more details.

Visits can be arranged out of ordinary opening times for groups by prior arrangement.

Things to do:

• An events programme aimed at all ages is run throughout the year
• Circular waymarked walking routes in Guisborough Forest
• Wheelchair and pushchair friendly
• Permanent Orienteering and Trail O courses
• Two dedicated cycle tracks
• Easy walking access to the surrounding countryside, with maps available for various circular walks
• RIGS (Regionally Important Geological Site) at Bold Venture Gill in Guisborough Forest is a site of considerable historic and scientific interest
• Children’s Activity Trail
• Pond dipping equipment available on loan (during the summer months)
• Visitor Centre with exhibition room using both permanent and changing display panels to depict the past, present and future of the area
• Shop selling souvenirs, maps, sweets and hot and cold drinks
• Environment Educational services, talks and slide shows, for schools and groups
• Young Rangers environmental Youth Group for 12 - 16 year olds.

Site Location:
Guisborough Forest & Walkway
Pinchinthorpe
Guisborough
TS14 8HD

Tel: (01287) 631132
Fax: (01287) 631233