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Parks and nature reserves in Pickering
There are 2 spots in Pickering if you're after parks and nature reserves. 1 of them is free. If none of these suit, there's more parks and nature reserves in 10 nearby towns further down the page.
Questions parents ask
- Is there anywhere to eat, or should we take a picnic?
- The Visitor Centre has a café with both indoor and outdoor seating that serves coffee, cake and full meals, including options for children. You can also use the picnic area in the forest if you prefer to bring your own food.
- How long should we allow?
- There's no single answer as it depends what you do, but the Visitor Centre itself has a café, shop and information point, plus the Grandfather Oak play area with swings, slides and diggers. Many visitors combine this with walking or cycling trails in the forest.
- Can we manage with a toddler and an older child at once?
- The Grandfather Oak play area has a separate section for smaller children, and the Visitor Centre is fully accessible. There are paddling opportunities in the Dalby beck in warmer weather and a willow arch to explore.
- Does it work in bad weather?
- The café and shop are indoors, so you can shelter there. The play area is outdoor, though some activities like the willow arch and beck paddling depend on the weather.
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