# Gosford Forest Park Armagh — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience stunning woodland trails and scenic landscapes at this expansive parkland estate, perfect for family walks and nature exploration, though some paths may prove challenging for pushchairs. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/attractions/gosford-forest-park-armagh (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Gosford Forest Park Armagh 3 Gosford Demesne [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14439100378470782162&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Tamara Martin](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106350864620385290461) **In short:** Gosford Forest Park Armagh is a park in Armagh, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,258 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Gosford Forest Park Armagh Experience stunning woodland trails and scenic landscapes at this expansive parkland estate, perfect for family walks and nature exploration, though some paths may prove challenging for pushchairs. ## What's nearby - Gosford Caravan Park 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Food Available ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Jaldeep Patel](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106228981750398946288/reviews) ★★★★★ Gosford Forest Park continues to solidify its reputation as a premier outdoor destination in Northern Ireland. Spanning 240 hectares of rolling drumlin countryside, the park offers a refined balance between rugged nature and family-centric infrastructure. The highlight remains the 3km woodland play trail, featuring iconic superstructures like the "Fearsome Giant" that engage children’s with multiple playgrounds with slides, swings and more. For the active traveler, the 16km multi-use trail network is excellently maintained, catering to cyclists, runners, and horse riders alike. The All Out Trekking initiative is particularly impressive, ensuring the forest’s beauty is accessible to those with limited mobility via off-road electric vehicles. Food: While there is no formal sit-down restaurant within the park, high-quality catering vans (including Barista Express) are stationed near the main trailhead. They serve artisanal coffee, snacks, ice cream, and hot food. The amenity blocks have been recently updated, featuring clean toilets, showers, and dedicated disabled access. Options range from spacious caravan pitches with electric hookups to cozy glamping pods. Entry is seamless with a £5 daily parking fee (card accepted), granting full access to the deer park and castle exterior views. A visit here is a masterclass in well-managed public recreation. · via Google [Bryan Elliott](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115795768833223531865/reviews) ★★★★★ Very good over mature arboretum, massively under-utilised and signed. Could do with some appreciation of the importance of these trees by the Council with signs, info boards and the like. · via Google [Jack Hooks](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118424850155311334072/reviews) ★★★★★ Council members are extremely rude. They screamed at us for going down one of the trails. They said it was supposed to be closed but the barrier had been moved so we assumed it was open and the cussed us out for allegedly ripping tape and jumps down. Why would we do that?. Overall very bad experience. (My bike for refrance) · via Google [Sebastian W](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105612152464954850932/reviews) ★★★★★ Very nice park to walk and ride the bike. Plenty places to play for kids and explore the nature! Always well organised and clean with plenty of car park spaces! As extra you always have same cafes, snacks and ice cream available to buy. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x486094a74ef834f1:0xc861fd4ae6f594d2!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this forest park offers extensive, well-maintained trails for walking, running, and mountain biking, along with multiple playgrounds and attractions for children. They also highlight the clean, modern toilet facilities, ample parking, and convenient on-site food and coffee vendors. Guests mention the park provides excellent value for money, with options for camping, glamping, and picnicking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Markethill, Armagh, BT60 1GD [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.3070762%2C-6.5136122) **Category** National Parks & Reserves **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (1,258 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 2-3 hours **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Armagh [More attractions in Armagh](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/attractions) ★ 4.7 (1,258 reviews) [Visit official website](https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/gosford-forest-park-p675161?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [02837551277](tel:02837551277) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Armagh **Postcode** BT60 1GD **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6M8F4P+RH [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x486094a74ef834f1:0xc861fd4ae6f594d2!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486094a74ef834f1:0xc861fd4ae6f594d2!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486094a74ef834f1:0xc861fd4ae6f594d2!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Armagh Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Gosford Forest Park Armagh is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Gosford Forest Park Armagh suitable for? Gosford Forest Park Armagh suits all ages. ### Is Gosford Forest Park Armagh wheelchair accessible? Gosford Forest Park Armagh has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Gosford Forest Park Armagh? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Gosford Forest Park Armagh? Call Gosford Forest Park Armagh on +44 28 3755 1277. ## Stay near Gosford Forest Park Armagh [Campsites nearby 5](https://staycation.co.uk/near/gosford-forest-park-armagh/camping) ## More near Gosford Forest Park Armagh ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Hillview Lodge ★ 4.6 · 5.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/hotels/hillview-lodge) - [Courtyard Mews 5.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/hotels/courtyard-mews) - [Armagh City Hotel ★ 4.3 · 6.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/hotels/armagh-city-hotel) - [Charlemont Arms Hotel ★ 3.8 · 6.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/hotels/charlemont-arms-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Shalom Apartment 100A 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/markethill/cottages/shalom-apartment-100a-syk1173267) - [Shalom Apartment 98B 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/markethill/cottages/shalom-apartment-98b-syk1173268) - [Scarvagh House 6.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tandragee/cottages/scarvagh-house-syk1109614) - [Derrywilligan 7.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newry/cottages/derrywilligan-syk1154537) ### Campsites nearby - [Gosford Forest Park ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/markethill/camping/gosford-forest-park) - [Tepee Valley Campsite ★ 4.7 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/markethill/camping/tepee-valley-campsite) - [Clare Glen Caravan Park ★ 4.5 · 4.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/camping/clare-glen-caravan-park) - [Pods at Lisnabrague Lodge ★ 4.5 · 6.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newry/camping/pods-at-lisnabrague-lodge) ### Things to do nearby - [Tayto Castle Factory ★ 4.5 · 5.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tandragee/attractions/tayto-castle-factory) - [Palace Stables Heritage Centre ★ 4.7 · 6.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/attractions/palace-stables-heritage-centre) - [Armagh Planetarium ★ 4.6 · 6.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/armagh/attractions/armagh-planetarium) - [Loughgall Country Park ★ 4.7 · 7.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/loughgall/attractions/loughgall-country-park)