Downs Banks

Important notice -

Our car park will be open from 13 May. We have limited spaces, so if the car park is full please come back another time.

A little wilderness of woodlands and heath in the heart of the Midlands

More about this place

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

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Get involved

Volunteers discussing the final position of a fence post

Become a volunteer 

Find out how our volunteers help care for the countryside at Downs Banks and how you can join the team.

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Eating

Sloes growing in September

Sloe Gin 

Ranger Rod tells you how to make his favourite winter tipple.

Blackberries

Blackberry and Apple Crumble 

A traditional countryside favourite, which tastes even better if you've picked the fruit yourself.

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