Moors Valley Country Park

The 1000-acres of Park and Forest at Moors Valley have something for everyone.

With plenty of waymarked walk and cycle routes, a tree top walkway, narrow-gauge steam railway, cycle hire centre, and adventure Play Trail. Thrill seekers can swing through the trees on the Go Ape tree top adventures, navigating tree to tree using ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels with unforgettable zip wires. Open all year round, the Ranger team also offers a programme of activities for adults and children throughout the year.

Facilities

• Waymarked walk and cycle trails
• Cycle Hire Centre
• Adventure play area and Play Trail
• Narrowgauge steam railway
• 18 hole golf course
• Go Ape Tree Top Adventure and Tree Top Junior
• Visitor Centre
• Restaurant and picnic areas
• Exhibition area

The Ranger service runs an extensive environmental education programme with over 300 events each year - from holiday activities for children to walks and cycle rides for adults. Please phone if you would like to be sent an events guide.

Schools

Moors Valley Country Park is a great venue for an educational visit whether you are looking for somewhere to get a hands-on experience for a particular area of study or simply have a fun day out with your class.

During term time from March to November, the Rangers offer a range of environmental activities for schools and groups that all aim to foster a greater appreciation and understanding of our local environment, through enjoyable 'hands on' experiences.

All sessions need to be booked in advance by contacting the Rangers. To find out the availability of date for a visit please contact the Education Ranger.

All sessions are led by the Rangers of the East Dorset Countryside Management Service. For most activities we set a maximum of 16 children to 1 Ranger. Sessions vary in length from 1 hour through to 4 or 5 hours.