# High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore woodland walking routes and adventure playgrounds nestled in Thetford Forest, with facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing areas and affordable wheelchair hire for family days out. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/attractions/high-lodge-thetford-forest-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. National Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre, Brandon [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10978053992343213108&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [High Lodge](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118041919303974059873) **In short:** High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is a national park in Thetford, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,427 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 3 November 2026 · source: Google Places ## About High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre Explore woodland walking routes and adventure playgrounds nestled in Thetford Forest, with facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing areas and affordable wheelchair hire for family days out. ## What's nearby - Go Ape Thetford next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### 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 Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Dog Friendly Card Payments Accepted Wheelchair Hire ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Rachael Willoughby](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109812641307351003692/reviews) ★★★★★ Superb place to visit. Loads to do for children, teens and adults. Woodland walks, running and cycle trails very well signposted. Lots of playgrounds for children of different ages. Cycle hire, treetop adventure walk (Go Ape, get tickets in advance), archery, mini golf and more. There was a cafe (we didn't use it). The toilets were good and clean and there was loads of well organised parking. · via Google [Julie Robinson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113993340372099406983/reviews) ★★★★★ If you want a cheap day out, this is it. The play areas cater to all ages. Lovely walks and bike rides. Cafe is excellent but you can take a picnic or barbecue if you want. A family can easily spend a day here. Toilets are clean and well maintained. Dog friendly. · via Google [Rich fuzz](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117597851432963719550/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely place for a family walk. You can rent bicycles too if that's what you'd prefer and there are plenty of designated bike trails marked out. The kids loved the walk because every few minutes you come across a different play park. There are also different themes, such a 'musical' trail and the Gruffalo trail. Parking is a bit pricy but that could potentially be your only expense if you bring a picnic. We paid £10 for about 4 hours parking roughly but there are plenty of spaces and you are right in the thick of it all which makes it worth it in my opinion. There is a cafe and clean toilets including baby changing facilities. Also note this is a bin free site so be prepared to take your rubbish with you. · via Google [Connor](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110238057508351774892/reviews) ★★★★★ Great place for a family bike ride, but avoid it during events. The car park is a mess, and you shouldn't expect to park near the main building. The attendants are unhelpful. They don't check if you have a disability or give you time to ask questions; they just point and walk away. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d836b779225fe3:0x9859e1f11aad1434!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this forest park offers a wide variety of activities for all ages, including well-maintained walking and cycling trails, multiple playgrounds, and Go Ape. They also highlight the clean and well-maintained toilet facilities, as well as the ample parking available. Visitors mention the cafe provides good food and helpful staff regarding allergy information. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Thetford Forest, High Lodge, Brandon, IP27 0AF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.4344062%2C0.6630330) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (5,427 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Thetford [More attractions in Thetford](https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/attractions) ★ 4.6 (5,427 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.forestryengland.uk/highlodge?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0300 067 4401](tel:03000674401) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Thetford **Postcode** IP27 0AF **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F42CMM7+Q6 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d836b779225fe3:0x9859e1f11aad1434!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d836b779225fe3:0x9859e1f11aad1434!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d836b779225fe3:0x9859e1f11aad1434!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Thetford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Allow more than five hours, so most of a day. ### Is High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre indoors or outdoors? High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre suitable for? High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre suits all ages. ### Is High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre wheelchair accessible? High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre? Yes: paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact High Lodge Thetford Forest Centre? 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