Betteshanger Park
Deal, Kent
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Tucked away in the Kentish countryside, Betteshanger Park is 250 acres of regenerated parkland, packed with activities, walks and wildlife.
You and your little adventurers can explore the area on foot with a spot of geocaching and orienteering, or speed along cycle tracks with a hired bike (or your own!). On your way keep an eye out for the local fauna, and enjoy the gorgeous woodlands and reed beds. You could take some time to build a den, attempt the obstacle course, visit the play area or even take a lunch stop at our gorgeous restaurant.
Be sure to introduce yourself to some of the more ancient elements of the park by going fossil hunting. A past visitor found a rare, millipede-like arthropod fossil, so get digging and see what treasures are there for the picking!
Dont forget to check out our website for any of our great events that may be coming up!
Range of outdoor activities and adventures
Within our 250 acres of countrywide, we offer mountain cycle tracks, bike hire, tarmac cycling tracks and walking routes.
If you fancy something more adventerous, you can try axe throwing, archery, battleblasters or survival school where you learn to make dens, start fires and create bushcrafts.
We also have our Forest School on site which is great for exploring the outdoors and having fun in nature.
Our onsite playpark is free for all visitors, as is the on site Kent Mining Museum.
Finish your day with a stop at The Lamp Room restaurant, offering breakfast and lunch for all tastes.
We have a fabulous cycling track
Offering learn to ride lessons as well as a high quality cycling track, we offer som eof the best of Kent's cycling facilities all in one place. Our bike hire offers all styles of bicycle so that all the family can enjoy our tracks and trails through the beautiful grounds. Enjoy our tarmac track for some learning or speed, through to our woodland tracks for some adventure.
Events available throughout the year
We host some fabulous events throughout the year which offer fun for all the family. From our Wind Festival where you can fly your kite's high, to our Easte Egg Trail where you can search for your eggs through the forest - we offer a variety of days out. With our on site restaurant and facilties as well as the free family playpark, it is perfect for a full day of fun.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 08:00 - 17:00
The Lamp Room restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during winter hours, exlcuding school holidays.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
General AdmissionArrive on foot/bike: FreeArrive in vehicle: £2.50 - £5 per hour/day for parking
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
The Lamp Room restaurant offers breakfast and lunch including a delicious Sunday Roast on Sunday afternoons. Enjoy a hot drink from £2.50, slice of cake from £3.50 and a full breakfast for £15.
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Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
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Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Transport Information
Limited public transport, with bus stop 20 minute walk away and train station 15 minute drive.
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