This is a small area with a single pathway through the middle (there and back), which seems to be a bit of a walk-through for the local walkers and cyclists, but with a little creative zig-zagging it can be stretched out to a decent foraging walk if you go off the track a little. Being a very local forest in a built up area, it’s busy with both dog walkers, runners and kids. You will not be alone!
A few of the tracks we tried out ended up with a fence so we had to turn back, but we did manage to find a bit of a wandering path away from the main stretch that made the walk more interesting. Be prepared to clamber over blackberry bushes and thorny shrubs!
It’s all very overgrown away from the main path which makes it an excellent spot to practice hiding treat-filled dummies and sending your dog off on a search. The density of the trees makes for decent rain cover.
It is a very basic forest area, there is no water but plenty of shade for summer. Don’t expect an amazing vista or hike, this is a place where I would choose to do a search training, a snuffle walk or a quick round in the rain. These little spots are just as useful as the 2 hour hiking routes for just those reasons!
There is a parking spot just in front of the entrance to the forest area.
Pros:
- Quick and easy round
- Good for scent training or snuffle walks
- Wild and unkept growth is a treat for sensitive noses
Cons:
- Small area
- Paths away from the main route are not easy to see and some have dead-ends
- Can be a little busy
Locaton:
Loslopen.net 