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Swinley Forest

Updated: July 26, 2025
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Nearest Town:
Bracknell
Distance:
5.80 miles
Time:
2.20 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

Terrain: A vast and wonderfully varied forest landscape, predominantly pine forest but with areas of mixed woodland and open heathland. Paths form an extensive network, ranging from wide, well-maintained compacted gravel tracksto narrower, sandy, or earthy woodland trails. The terrain is gently to moderately undulating, with some longer, gradual climbs and descents. Expect paths to be sandy and dry in summer but can become very muddy and prone to puddles in low-lying areas or after rain. Sturdy, comfortable, and waterproof walking shoes or boots are highly recommended for both you and your dog.

Accessibility: Some sections of Swinley Forest's trails are designed to be accessible, featuring wider, firmer surfaces suitable for robust pushchairs and some wheelchairs. However, the majority of the forest's extensive path network consists of natural, uneven, sandy, or muddy trails with gradients, making full accessibility challenging.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

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About this Walk

Pine Forest Paradise and Adventure Trails: Swinley Forest, BerkshireLocation: Swinley Forest, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7QW (This postcode is for The Look Out Discovery Centre, a primary access point for the forest.)   The Walk: Endless Trails Through the PinesThis suggeste...

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Outdoor activities always involve an element of risk. Routes, terrain, surfaces, weather, access, livestock presence, water levels, and parking arrangements can change at any time, and path conditions may deteriorate without notice.

You are responsible for your own safety and for the safety, supervision, and wellbeing of your dogs, children, and anyone else with you. Please assess conditions for yourself before setting out and decide whether the walk is suitable for your group.

Dress appropriately for the conditions and bring suitable equipment, food, water, leads, navigation tools, and anything else needed for a safe outing. Trail Tails Ltd is not responsible for loss, damage, injury, incident, or any consequences arising from use of this information.

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