Natural landmarks · Yorkshire & the Humber
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre
In or near Yedingham.
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Paul Buckingham — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Levisham · 4.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre is a natural landmark located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Dalby Forest is a vast natural area located in the North York Moors National Park, offering a variety of outdoor activities such as walking, running, and cycling. Visitors can explore scenic trails, discover unique sculptures, and enjoy family-friendly attractions like the Gruffalo orienteering course and the Dry Stone Wall Maze.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Seive Dale Fen SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North York Moors SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Newtondale SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Dalby Forest Visitor Centre is situated in Yorkshire. It serves as a gateway to the expansive Dalby Forest, which is known for its diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities. The centre provides facilities and information for visitors exploring the forest's trails and natural features.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2785, -0.6883
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Thornton-le-Dale
- Postcode
- YO18 7LT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Thirsk and Malton
- Phone
- 01751 460295
- Nearest railway station
- Levisham — 4.9 km
- Opening
- Daily 8am–8pm; Visitor Centre 1 Mar - 31 Oct 9:30am–5pm, 1 Nov - 28 Feb 9am–4pm; closed 25–26 Dec, 1 Jan.
- Official site
- www.forestryengland.uk
Sources
- osm: way/169547497 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dalby Forest Visitor Centre?
- Dalby Forest Visitor Centre is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO18 7LT), in the parish of Thornton-le-Dale.
- What is Dalby Forest Visitor Centre?
- Dalby Forest Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dalby Forest Visitor Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Levisham, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO18 7LT.
- Is Dalby Forest Visitor Centre a protected site?
- Yes — Dalby Forest Visitor Centre is part of the Seive Dale Fen SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North York Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Dalby Forest Visitor Centre free to visit?
- Yes, Dalby Forest Visitor Centre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dalby Forest Visitor Centre?
- The nearest railway station is Levisham, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO18 7LT.