# Northaw Great Wood, Cuffley β€” Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience Hertfordshire's most expansive ancient woodland common at this Cuffley nature haven, where families can spot diverse wildlife while wandering through historic tree-dotted pastures. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cuffley/attractions/northaw-great-wood (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Northaw Great Wood The Ridgeway B157 [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=648141593259678899&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Tony Crook](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115479775592270397891) **In short:** Northaw Great Wood is a park in Cuffley, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 34 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 Β· source: Google Places ## About Northaw Great Wood Experience Hertfordshire's most expansive ancient woodland common at this Cuffley nature haven, where families can spot diverse wildlife while wandering through historic tree-dotted pastures. ## Good to know ### Parking - βœ“Free car park - βœ“Paid car park - βœ“Paid street Details via Google β€” worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## 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 ## What visitors say [Mariusz Rynski](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110431410516696760871/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Nice park with big trees for walking. 3 different routes. Few banches. Not place for very young child, bikers, runners. Is toalet and not too big parking. Fee Β£1 for parking. Β· via Google [Eshu Christianson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114759571225669222714/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Lovely light walking. Great place for a short walk of under an hour. Good parking and very easy to reach from North London. Beautiful managed woodlands. Β· via Google [Damian Cannon](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102320273656303959820/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Northaw Great Wood is simply a lovely, peaceful place to enjoy walking among the trees and enjoying the countryside. There are paths criss-crossing the park but they dip and turn in pleasing ways that are quite enchanting. It's never a place that feels busy. One of the reasons for that might be that the park lacks a cafΓ©. In some senses this is a disappointment but I think that it's the right decision. What it does have is a decent, and free, car park where a donation is requested along with a toilet block. So if you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life, with or without a dog, this is a great place to visit. Β· via Google [Steph D](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111257410242732422136/reviews) β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Wonderful place for country walk (with dogs!). VERY muddy, so dress accordingly! Has a decent amount of parking. Came out from London to visit friends nearby and it was such a nice treat to walk this park! Β· via Google ## At a glance **Address** The Ridgeway B157 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.7206451%2C-0.1449768) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (34 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Cuffley [More attractions in Cuffley](https://staycation.co.uk/cuffley/attractions) β˜… 4.6 (34 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/northaw-great-wood/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01707 357000](tel:01707357000) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cuffley **Plus Code** 9C3XPVC4+72 [Directions β†—](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487622f925ffdcb3:0xbe093211112a9218!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google β†—](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487622f925ffdcb3:0xbe093211112a9218!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cuffley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability β†’](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCuffley%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/cuffley/hotels) [Camping β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/cuffley/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Northaw Great Wood? Northaw Great Wood is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Northaw Great Wood any good? Northaw Great Wood is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 34 Google reviews. ### Is Northaw Great Wood dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Northaw Great Wood. ### Is Northaw Great Wood good for children? Yes, Northaw Great Wood is listed as good for children. ### Is Northaw Great Wood indoors or outdoors? Northaw Great Wood is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Northaw Great Wood suitable for? Northaw Great Wood is best for ages 4+. ### Is there parking at Northaw Great Wood? Yes: free car park, paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Northaw Great Wood? 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