Guisborough Forest

OS Grid Reference: NZ586152

Perched on the edge of the Tees Valley and planted mostly in the 1950s, Guisborough Forest has matured to provide outstanding scenery with lots of rock outcrops and stunning views.

There are two main trails: the Black Cycle Route (severe grade) for advanced riders and the Blue Cycle Route (moderate grade) for beginners and novices. Both require some level of fitness, but they’re both intensely rewarding.

Guisborough Forest
Guisborough Forest and Walkway Visitor Centre
Tel: 01287 631132

Recreation Ranger
Tel: 01751 472771
Or 01751 473810

www.forestry.gov.uk
www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

Tourist Information Centre
Guisborough
Tel: 01287 633801
Email:
guisborough_tic
@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

How to get there
Take the A171 west from Guisborough to the A173. Follow the A173 for 300 metres until you reach the entrance to Guisborough Forest and Walkway Visitor Centre. The visitor centre provides the ideal starting point for a visit to Guisborough Forest. Cycle into the forest via the Guisborough Branch Walkway, a disused railway line. The centre has displays about the history and geology of the area and the forest, and sells local map guides.

Transport
To plan your transport route call Traveline on 0870 608 2608 or visit www.travel-line.co.uk

Access Points and Car Parking
Parking is available for 50 cars.

TRAVEL GUIDE ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

Facilities
AVisitor centre, WC, car park, picnic area, way-marked walking & cycling routes.

Bike Hire
Extreme Cycles
54 Thirsk Road
Northallerton
Tel: 01609 771433
www.extremecyclehire,co.uk

Map
OS Explorer OL 26
North York Moors - Western Area
£7.49 from all good bookshops
or call 0845 200 2712
ordnancesurvey.co.uk