# Gisburn Forest and Stocks, Clitheroe — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This expansive forest offers trails perfect for family walks and bike rides, plus exceptional night-sky viewing. Fully accessible with facilities including refreshments, pushchair-friendly paths and a warm welcome for dogs. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions/gisburn-forest-and-stocks (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. National Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Gisburn Forest and Stocks Gisburn Forest [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14919398231584879682&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Jack William Nuttall](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108376771852640919915) **In short:** Gisburn Forest and Stocks is a national park in Clitheroe, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 764 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Gisburn Forest and Stocks This expansive forest offers trails perfect for family walks and bike rides, plus exceptional night-sky viewing. Fully accessible with facilities including refreshments, pushchair-friendly paths and a warm welcome for dogs. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### 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 Onsite Parking Food Available Dog Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Nicola Taylor](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108863024334641569692/reviews) ★★★★★ Had a great time walking the Stocks resovoir circular route. Had to ask how to get to the start of it but once we found it was easy to follow the route. Loads of different walking and cycling routes to choose from and something for all abilities. Car park cost £7.50 for 4 hours but if you're a member of Forestry England it's free to park. · via Google [Paul Sudds](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101893170827634863700/reviews) ★★★★★ Good options for mountain bike trails for all abilities. Toilet facilities available. Bit steep on the parking charges but it does go back into the forest. · via Google [Sharon Flood](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112290464575525935656/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely calm place to walk and listen to nature, they do kids trails as well and bike trails for the biking enthusiasts · via Google [Andrew Giles](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107022952694864466880/reviews) ★★★★★ What a fantastic day at Gisburn Forest on E bikes hired from the local hire centre. My son and I had a great time. The trails are very well Maintained and are a credit to Forestry England. A word of warning, some of the reds are pretty technical, and I'd urge newbies to be prepared to jump off and push at certain points, as the rocks are slippy when wet, and a lot have been exposed that are pointy and throw you off line. I'm sure it's fab for more experienced folk. What I managed I really enjoyed. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487b86bf44b16c95:0xcf0c59a530353442!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this forest offers well-maintained trails for walking, hiking, and mountain biking, with options suitable for all abilities. Visitors also highlight the beautiful scenery and the availability of clean toilet facilities. They also mention the convenient and ample parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Slaidburn, BB7 4TS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.9995386%2C-2.3887398) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (764 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 2-3 hours **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Clitheroe [More attractions in Clitheroe](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions) ★ 4.7 (764 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.forestryengland.uk/gisburn-forest-and-stocks?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01200446387](tel:01200446387) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Clitheroe **Postcode** BB7 4TS **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5VXJX6+RG [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487b86bf44b16c95:0xcf0c59a530353442!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b86bf44b16c95:0xcf0c59a530353442!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b86bf44b16c95:0xcf0c59a530353442!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Clitheroe Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DClitheroe%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Gisburn Forest and Stocks? Gisburn Forest and Stocks is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Gisburn Forest and Stocks any good? Gisburn Forest and Stocks is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 764 Google reviews. ### Is Gisburn Forest and Stocks dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Gisburn Forest and Stocks. ### Is Gisburn Forest and Stocks good for children? Yes, Gisburn Forest and Stocks is listed as good for children. ### How long do you need at Gisburn Forest and Stocks? Allow two to three hours. ### Is Gisburn Forest and Stocks indoors or outdoors? Gisburn Forest and Stocks is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Gisburn Forest and Stocks suitable for? Gisburn Forest and Stocks suits all ages. ### Is Gisburn Forest and Stocks wheelchair accessible? Gisburn Forest and Stocks has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Gisburn Forest and Stocks? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Gisburn Forest and Stocks? Call Gisburn Forest and Stocks on +44 1200 446747. ## More near Gisburn Forest and Stocks ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Middle Flass Lodge ★ 4.9 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/hotels/middle-flass-lodge) - [The Plough Inn ★ 4.6 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/skipton/hotels/the-plough-inn) - [The Coach and Horses ★ 4.6 · 4.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/hotels/the-coach-and-horses) - [Littlebank Country House ★ 4.9 · 4.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/settle/hotels/littlebank-country-house) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Knotts Rest 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ribble-valley/cottages/knotts-rest-syk1024332) - [Tosside Fold Cottage 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/tosside-fold-cottage-uk49572) - [Gisburn Forest Lodge 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/gisburn-forest-lodge-syk1061832) - [Swaledale 5 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/swaledale-5-uk50160) ### Campsites nearby - [Marl Barn Campsite (Certificated Site) ★ 4.8 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/camping/marl-barn-campsite-certificated-site) - [Hartleys Farm (Certificated Site) ★ 4.7 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/camping/hartleys-farm-certificated-site) - [Bowland Fell Park ★ 4.3 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/camping/bowland-fell-park) - [Brayshaw View Glamping and Camping ★ 4.9 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/skipton/camping/brayshaw-view-glamping-and-camping) ### Things to do nearby - [The Clitheroe Mystery Treasure Trail 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions/the-clitheroe-mystery-treasure-trail) - [Inch Perfect Trials ★ 4.9 · 7.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions/inch-perfect-trials) - [Leaping Lizards Play Centre ★ 4.5 · 8.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions/leaping-lizards-play-centre) - [Clitheroe Castle Museum ★ 4.4 · 8.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/clitheroe/attractions/clitheroe-castle-museum)