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Avon Heath Country Park

Brocks Pine
St Leonards
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Avon Heath Country Park

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Avon Heath Country Park is a mosaic of glorious heathland and woods and has been awarded a Green Flag. Enjoy a walk or cycle along one of the trails and discover some of the abundant wildlife. Take part in a treasure trail or grab something to eat or drink from the takeaway kiosk

Opening Times

2021 Opening (1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021)

* Park gates are open from 8am to 6.30pm (or dusk if earlier).
The Heathland Discovery Centre is open everyday from 10am to 4pm, except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Free AdmissionFree

Entrance to the park is free but parking charges apply.

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Telephone: +44 (0)1425 478082

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avonheathcountrypark/

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
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      31
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    Recent Reviews:

    • The Quilting T
      Swansea, United Kingdom
      Poor and very over-hyped!
      1 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 30th December 2020
      Years ago this park was in the very capable hands of Mr S Davies, and in many ways it was delightful, but since then the management has deteriorated along with the park itself. It's now an okay kind... Read full review
    • hhh123abc
      Very pleasant
      4 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 14th February 2021
      Nice walks, good parking and helpful staff. Easy to find and near Ringwood. They have an dog wash machine as well but we did not use it. Read full review
    • 389orianal
      Bournemouth, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Wonderful landscape and wildlife
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 16th February 2021
      Great to see the Heath being restored, and more habitat being created for Sand Lizards and Smooth Snakes. Heathland biodiversity is so important to save our climate and the invasive Scots Pine trees... Read full review
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    Awards

    • Regional and MiscellaneousGreen Flag - 2020 Green Flag - 2020 2021

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Ramped access to Visitor Centre, shop and toilet. Disabled Parking.
    • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Ramp/Level Access
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • On-Site café/restaurant - serving takeaway refreshments.
    • Picnic Site

    Establishment Features

    • Open All Year
    • Toilets

    Event Facilities

    • Free Entry

    Key Features

    • In countryside
    • Outdoor Attraction

    Parking & Transport

    • Coach Parking
    • On site parking - charges apply.

    Payment Methods

    • Contactless payment accepted - car park ticket machine accept cards.

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Educational Visits Accepted

    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    Nearest major road is A31. Two miles west of Ringwood, turn off Woolsbridge roundabout.

    Public Transport Directions

    Nearest station is Bournemouth. Bus 35X from Travel Exchange to Travel Lodge on A31.

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    Telephone: +44 (0)1425 478082

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