# Thames Chase Forest Centre, Upminster — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore woodland trails and exciting play areas at this accessible forest centre on Pike Lane, where families can enjoy outdoor adventures amid stunning natural surroundings with refreshments available. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/upminster/attractions/thames-chase-forest-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Thames Chase Forest Centre Forest Centre at Broadfields, Pike lane [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17213216352730874406&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Thames Chase Forest Centre](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115320485251007333661) **In short:** Thames Chase Forest Centre is a park in Upminster, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,188 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Thames Chase Forest Centre Explore woodland trails and exciting play areas at this accessible forest centre on Pike Lane, where families can enjoy outdoor adventures amid stunning natural surroundings with refreshments available. ## What's nearby - Thames Chase Trust next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓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 ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 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 [Amber Davies](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113470191304193675602/reviews) ★★★★★ Very sweet little area with some short walks. The cafe shuts early which is disappointing (also means the toilets shut early!) but the grounds stay open later. There were loads of leaflets and advertisements about lots of community events which all looked very cute and welcoming. · via Google [Ian Collins](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103823268047082540602/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely open space here with a couple of children's play areas. Lovely cafe but be prepared to wait a while for hot food when it's busy. Nice shop too which sells arts and crafts plus toys etc · via Google [Lou Lewis](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108210790501390725123/reviews) ★★★★★ We love it here. Ideal for lazy walks, taking in the fresh air. The cafe is good, although sometimes it's a bit of a wait for food. My littlen loves the playpark, which has recently been updated. Parking all day is only £2 · via Google [Adam Sewell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101249278901052961002/reviews) ★★★★★ Good place for a wander / dog walk / bike ride. It's not particularly big, so explorable in a couple of hours or so. Paths are good for cycling, either taking your own or hiring there. There is lots of parking for only £1 for the day which is very reasonable. There is also a cafe in the visitors centre serving drinks and snacks, plus toilets, small play area and picnic benches. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8ba29c8435f99:0xeee1a112c2780226!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Broadfields Farm Cottage, Thames Chase Forest, Broadfields Farm, Pike Lane, Upminster, RM14 3NS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5519333%2C0.2825969) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (1,188 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Upminster [More attractions in Upminster](https://staycation.co.uk/upminster/attractions) ★ 4.4 (1,188 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.forestryengland.uk/thames-chase-forest-centre-broadfields?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01708642970](tel:01708642970) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Upminster **Postcode** RM14 3NS **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F32H72M+Q2 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8ba29c8435f99:0xeee1a112c2780226!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8ba29c8435f99:0xeee1a112c2780226!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8ba29c8435f99:0xeee1a112c2780226!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Upminster 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 Thames Chase Forest Centre indoors or outdoors? Thames Chase Forest Centre is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Thames Chase Forest Centre suitable for? Thames Chase Forest Centre suits all ages. ### Is Thames Chase Forest Centre wheelchair accessible? Thames Chase Forest Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Thames Chase Forest Centre? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Thames Chase Forest Centre? Call Thames Chase Forest Centre on +44 1708 642970. ## More near Thames Chase Forest Centre ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Innkeepers Lodge Hornchurch ★ 4.3 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hornchurch/hotels/innkeepers-lodge-hornchurch) - [Berwick Manor Hotel ★ 3.8 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rainham/hotels/berwick-manor-hotel) - [Travelodge Brentwood East Horndon ★ 3.3 · 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-horndon/hotels/travelodge-brentwood-east-horndon) - [Stifford Clays Farm Hotel ★ 2.4 · 3.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-stifford/hotels/stifford-clays-farm-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Emerson Park Villa 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/havering/cottages/emerson-park-villa-uk51319) - [Shencot Apartments- Apartment 1 6.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/brentwood/cottages/shencot-apartments-apartment-1-uk51646) - [Shencot Apartments- Apartment 2 6.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/brentwood/cottages/shencot-apartments-apartment-2-uk51647) - [Shencot Apartments - Apartment 3 6.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/brentwood/cottages/shencot-apartments-apartment-3-uk51648) ### Campsites nearby - [Barleylands 7.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/billericay/camping/barleylands) - [Thames View Camping ★ 4.9 · 8.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-tilbury/camping/thames-view-camping) - [Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 8.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/abbey-wood-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) - [Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.7 · 8.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/camping/crystal-palace-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Stubbers Adventure Centre ★ 4.6 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/upminster/attractions/stubbers-adventure-centre) - [Friends of Upminster Windmill ★ 4.6 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/upminster/attractions/friends-of-upminster-windmill) - [Delta Force Paintball East London ★ 4.7 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/delta-force-paintball-east-london) - [Brentwood Park Ski & Snowboard Centre ★ 4.4 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/brentwood/attractions/brentwood-park-ski-snowboard-centre)