Things to do in and around Thetford, Suffolk

Approx 10 miles away from The Olde Bull Inn, Barton Mills.

Thetford Forest

Thetford Forest is a patchwork of pines, heathland and broadleaves providing the ideal setting for a day out, and a welcome refuge for a rich variety of animal and plant life.

Many of our visitors are attracted by the peace and tranquillity of Thetford Forest as well as the wide range of recreation facilities. High Lodge is the venue where children can explore trails, use the play furniture and have fun on the large grass area. Refreshments are also available in our oak framed building. There is something for everyone somewhere in the forest and the quieter sites provide a haven for wildlife - why not take a walk at Lynford in our Arboretum or around the lake? The forest is right on our door step.

www.forestry.gov.uk/thetfordForestpark

Go Ape! at Thetford Forest

The original and still the best? Set in the heart of Britain’s largest lowland pine forest, go Ape is centred around 30 miles of bike and walking trails from which to explore 50,000 acres of forest.

www.goape.co.uk

Open Air Concerts at Thetford Forest

Thetford Forest concerts, line up for 2009 on their website. Just down the road from The Olde Bull Inn.

All dates subject to change, please check the website below: www.forestry.gov.uk/music

Explore Thetford Forest by Bike

Bike Art offers you exclusive access to four dedicated trails, each designed specifically to suit the riders' choice.

www.bike-art.com/

The Beautiful Brecks near Thetford

Discover Strange and Beautiful Places. The Brecks, a landscape of tranquil forest, open heathland and agricultural land, is home to many unique or distinctive birds, plants and animals. Catch a glimpse of the Stone Curlew at Weeting Heath or spot roaming deer in the Forest – but there is much more.

www.brecks.org