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Woolley Woods

Devon

Multi-use trails, natural play and cycling routes linking to the wider Arlington Court estate.

National Trust Woolley Woods, Shirwell, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JZ

Three children in a line on a wooden bridge

Woolley Woods

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The back of a wooden bench looking out over views of a valley with rolling hills
A bench to enjoy the view along the accessible trail at Woolley Woods | © Katy Anderson
A bmx biker in the air over a box jump with a hedge and trees in the background
Wheeled skills area at Woolley Woods, North Devon | © Katy Anderson
Three children in a line on a wooden bridge
Wild play area at Woolley Woods | © Steve Haywood
A track in the woods lined by trees on either side
Walks into the wider Arlington estate from Woolley Woods | © Katy Anderson
Two young boys riding bikes towards us on a trail with bumps in it
Woolley Woods bikes skills area | © Steve Haywood

Planning your visit

Things to see and do at Woolley Woods 

Whether you're looking for a family walk, practise your cycling skills, or a place for children to play and explore. Woolley Woods features an accessible multi-use trail, a natural play area, cycle skills area and links to the network of walking and cycling routes around the Arlington Estate.

Two young boys riding bikes towards us on a trail with bumps in it

Planning your day at Woolley Woods 

Everything you need to know before your visit, so you can arrive feeling prepared, relaxed and ready to enjoy.

a bench in the foreground with a trail behind it and views into the hills in the background.

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