Glentress Forest
Glentress Forest is a garden, park & outdoor in Scottish Borders, Scotland. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Forestry and Land Scotland: free forest with easy family routes (Multi-user Trail, about 45 minutes on wide firm gravel; Ponds Trail, about an hour with seats) plus famous mountain-bike trails and Go Ape. Near Peebles EH45 8NB. |
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| Opening times | Open all year. |
| Best time to go | Dry days; bike hire on site. |
| School holiday tip | Late August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Car parks at the Glentress Gateway (charges apply at some FLS sites). (Paid (amount not stated)) |
| Food | Café and bike shop at the Gateway. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Famous mountain bike trails plus family walks, play and Go Ape; parking charge. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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