# Ashdown Forest, Wych Cross — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Wander through the enchanting heathland that inspired A.A. Milne's Hundred Acre Wood, where families can enjoy woodland trails, spot wildlife and try the famous Poohsticks game at its original bridge. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/wych-cross/attractions/ashdown-forest (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Nature Preserve 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Ashdown Forest The Ashdown Forest Centre, Forest Row [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=603615119397461412&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Lisa Gorrie](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112950558198281269699) **In short:** Ashdown Forest is a nature preserve in Wych Cross, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,039 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Ashdown Forest Wander through the enchanting heathland that inspired A.A. Milne's Hundred Acre Wood, where families can enjoy woodland trails, spot wildlife and try the famous Poohsticks game at its original bridge. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓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** 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Wayne R. Little](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113313654271819292074/reviews) ★★★★★ Incredible 6500 acres of wilderness. Home of the 100 Acre Woods from (Winnie The Pooh) you can hike through the forest there is a cute gift shop and you can cross over Pooh Bridge. There is horse back riding bike trails. The park opens at 10:00 you have to pay parking. · via Google [Jemma Carew](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110147153825043544514/reviews) ★★★★★ Nice place to visit for walks but unfortunately not very well sign-posted at all and we couldn’t find any maps at all throughout our walk so would recommend using an app like komoot or strava to download a map first, there’s not much signal so would download. I think you can buy them from the website to download too. But it’s a really nice place to go for a walk and I enjoyed seeing Pooh’s house! · via Google [cats eyes](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106280004860718169157/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely place to visit, wide open ever going views, benches placed in easy to reach spots just off the main walk- ways, bring wellies throughout winter, as although my dog enjoyed being covered in mud , I didn't so much without my wellies 😂 · via Google [Viktória Ész](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110354442505051310361/reviews) ★★★★★ Very beautiful and peaceful place. Lovely views, great walking routes through the forest and open areas. Have to pay for parking almost everywhere, but it’s not expensive, one can get an all-day pass for £5. Definitely worth visiting. Also seems like a popular place with many other walkers. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47df5e12f2d25aad:0x86078c0c4bd9da4!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this forest offers beautiful views, tranquil paths, and a sense of calm, making it ideal for scenic walks and exploring. They also highlight the ample and convenient parking, with an all-day pass available for a reasonable price. Others mention it's a great place to find Winnie the Pooh-related spots and enjoy nature. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Wych Cross, Forest Row, RH18 5JP [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.0723275%2C0.0490951) **Category** National Parks & Reserves **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,039 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Wych Cross [More attractions in Wych Cross](https://staycation.co.uk/wych-cross/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,039 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.ashdownforest.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01342 823583](tel:01342823583) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Wych Cross **Postcode** RH18 5JP **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9F3232CX+WJ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47df5e12f2d25aad:0x86078c0c4bd9da4!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df5e12f2d25aad:0x86078c0c4bd9da4!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df5e12f2d25aad:0x86078c0c4bd9da4!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Wych Cross Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Ashdown Forest suits all ages. ### Is Ashdown Forest wheelchair accessible? Ashdown Forest has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Ashdown Forest? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Ashdown Forest? 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