Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible. Some of our walking trails are over uneven forest floor, and are not suitable for visitors using wheelchairs. We recommend the Heritage Trail as our most easy access trail, as it has a firm maintained surface and good drainage.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental. We have one wheelchair, and two electric mobility scooters that can be rented free of charge. Please get in touch to book these before visiting, as we cannot guarantee availability on the day.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre wheelchair friendly?

Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. Some of our walking trails are over uneven forest floor, and are not suitable for visitors using wheelchairs. We recommend the Heritage Trail as our most easy access trail, as it has a firm maintained surface and good drainage.

Is High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

No, not all areas are pushchair friendly. Some of our walking trails are likely to be difficult to navigate in a pushchair. Our family activity trails and Heritage Trail are perfect for getting around in a pushchair however.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.

Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is dog friendly Dogs are welcome. Please keep your dog on a lead in the hub area. You are welcome to take your dog off lead when out on the trails but please be mindful of other visitors, as well as ticks present in our woodland. There are lots of interesting sights and smells in the woods, so if you are not 100% confident in your dogs recall, we strongly advise keeping them on a lead.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. Café on site

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Yes, there is parking. Early bird exit before 11:00 £5.00Up to 1 hour £3.15Up to 2 hours £6.30Up to 3 hours £9.60Up to 4 hours £12.90All day £15.50

Are there parking fees? If so, how much?

Yes, there are parking fees. Parking fees:All time: £1.00

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities. We have 12 accessible bays, in our Badger and Adder car parks. They are closest to the main hub, with clearance around each bay for loading and unloading. There is a surfaced pathway leading to the main hub. The rest of our car parks are on gravel or grass, and do not have surfaced pathways leading to the hub.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.

What type of packages do you offer?

You can hire Oak Lodge as a private event space. You can also hire the Go Ape for birthday parties.

Can you rent a private room? If so, what are the costs?

Please see our website for links, brochures, and prices.

Is catering provided?

No, private catering is not provided.

What is the maximum number of guests allowed?

The maximum number of guests allowed is 45.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available The Information Point and Cafe both have standard accessible toilets. We also have a Changing Places toilet, which needs a radar key to access. If you don't have a radar key, you can borrow one from our Information Point.

High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre

Thetford, Norfolk

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About High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre

Every corner of High Lodge has something just waiting to be discovered, the more you walk around the forest, the more you’ll find. From beautiful forest trails to Go Ape forest adventure in the treetops, there's lots to explore at High Lodge Forest.

Things To Do

High Lodge in Thetford Forest is a smashing example of wood as it should be, with numerous play areas, things to discover, walking and cycling trails, and loads of opportunities for exercise and adventure! Not forgetting the brand new Stickman trail, and the return of our popular Gruffalo Orienteering course for 2025! It's a family forest adventure everyone will enjoy!

Stickman activity trail!

Help the Stickman find his way back home, and learn about the forest along the way!

The family-friendly trail will be filled with fun and activities - don't forget to pick up your passport and activity pack at our Information Point.

Adventure Golf

Spend a couple of hours enjoying an 18-hole golf course! You'll be playing between the trees with the backdrop of the spectacular forest. It's a popular activity for a reason!

9 hole disc golf course

Try your hand at disc golf - a unique mix of frisbee and mini golf. Wind your way through our woodland trail, and try a fun new sport. Hire the discs from our Information Point, or bring your own!

Facilities

Toilets
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire

Opening Times

Open from 9am to 5pm during Daylight Savings hours.

Open from 9am to 7pm during British Summer time.

We are open every day, except for Christmas day.

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-17) : Free

There is no 'per-person' admission cost. Site entry is charged hourly for car parking. Additional activities on site may have additional costs.

Stickman Trail pack: £4 per pack

Gruffalo Orienteering map: £1.50 per map

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time more than 5 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
Early bird exit before 11:00 £5.00
Up to 1 hour £3.15
Up to 2 hours £6.30
Up to 3 hours £9.60
Up to 4 hours £12.90
All day £15.50
: Yes, there are parking fees.
Parking fees:
All time: £1.00
: There is on-site parking available
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.
We have 12 accessible bays, in our Badger and Adder car parks. They are closest to the main hub, with clearance around each bay for loading and unloading. There is a surfaced pathway leading to the main hub. The rest of our car parks are on gravel or grass, and do not have surfaced pathways leading to the hub.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available
The Information Point and Cafe both have standard accessible toilets. We also have a Changing Places toilet, which needs a radar key to access. If you don't have a radar key, you can borrow one from our Information Point.

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: No, not all areas are pushchair friendly.
Some of our walking trails are likely to be difficult to navigate in a pushchair. Our family activity trails and Heritage Trail are perfect for getting around in a pushchair however.
: Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.
: Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is dog friendly
Dogs are welcome. Please keep your dog on a lead in the hub area. You are welcome to take your dog off lead when out on the trails but please be mindful of other visitors, as well as ticks present in our woodland. There are lots of interesting sights and smells in the woods, so if you are not 100% confident in your dogs recall, we strongly advise keeping them on a lead.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
Café on site
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Accessibility Information

: No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible.
Some of our walking trails are over uneven forest floor, and are not suitable for visitors using wheelchairs. We recommend the Heritage Trail as our most easy access trail, as it has a firm maintained surface and good drainage.
: Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.
We have one wheelchair, and two electric mobility scooters that can be rented free of charge. Please get in touch to book these before visiting, as we cannot guarantee availability on the day.
: No, special assistance is not available.
: Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.
Some of our walking trails are over uneven forest floor, and are not suitable for visitors using wheelchairs. We recommend the Heritage Trail as our most easy access trail, as it has a firm maintained surface and good drainage.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: Yes, High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre has stated that you can hire privately for parties/events.
: You can hire Oak Lodge as a private event space. You can also hire the Go Ape for birthday parties.
: Please see our website for links, brochures, and prices.
: No, private catering is not provided.
: The maximum number of guests allowed is 45.

Contact Details

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Sat Nav postcode: IP27 0AF By Car: Find us off the B1107 btween Brandon and thetford, just off the A11 OS Grid Ref: TL 807 864

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High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre, Brandon
Thetford
Norfolk
IP27 0AF
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Find us off the B1107 between Brandon and Thetford, just off the A11.

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High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre

About High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre

Stickman activity trail!

Adventure Golf

9 hole disc golf course

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Contact Details

Transport Information

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