To summarise, the following activities are available at Deerpark Forest:

·   Relaxing

·   Bird Watching

·   Pond and Stream Dipping

·   Forest Survival

·   Dusk Watch

·   Night Vision

·   Archery

·   Walking

·   Cycling

·   Horse riding is available at nearby Polmartin Riding

·   Fishing is available within a few miles

·   Golf is available within a few miles

Deerpark Forest is a very peaceful and pleasant place to just relax and unwind.  There are lots of wild flowers, birds and little animals and insects to study if that is your interest.

If not, maybe some of the other activities that are available will take your fancy.

Activities provided courtesy of Forest Holidays

Forest Rangers Hut

Martin, a forest ranger at Deerpark Forest Holidays site gives guided forest walks and hosts a range of activities including:

· Forest Survival - Orienteering and shelter building

· Dusk Watch - study of moths and bats using bat detectors and moth traps

· Night Vision - a forest walk including use of night vision equipment targetting owls, bats and maybe deer.

· Amazing Animals - pond and stream dipping

The times and types of activity change throughout the year depending on daylight hours. Charges apply for Forest Holiday Activities – please enquire for price and book in advance at Deerpark Forest Holidays reception 01503 220370, 09:00 – 11:00 or 16:00 to 18:00.

The forest trails and local footpaths and lanes are ideal for walking.  Many people enjoy cycling along the wider trails and along the lanes.

Due to the low level of light pollution, Deerpark Forest Caravan Site is a fantastic place to watch the night sky.  On a clear night the sky can be truly amazing at the caravan site.  Not only can you see thousands of stars, it is possible to see satellites travelling across the night sky and if you are lucky a shooting star.  August seems to be one of the best times to see shooting stars.

Horse Riding

Polmartin Riding offer a wide range of riding activities, training and services to the beginner, intermediate and experienced rider alike.

Polmartin Riding

Nr. Herodsfoot, Liskeard

Cornwall, PL14 4RE

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Polmartin Riding

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Fishing

Still Water Course Fishing

· Badham Farm, St. Keyne

· Bake Lakes

· Colliford Lake - visit www.swlakestrust.org.uk

· Siblyback Lake - visit www.swlakestrust.org.uk

· Lostwithiel Hotel - Golf and Country Club

River Fishing

· Lanhydrock Fishing Association, National Trust Regional Office, Lanhydrock

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 10 miles

Contact: Brian Muelaner

Tel: 01208 265211

Tell: 01208 265235

Email: brian.muelaner@nationaltrust.org.uk

· Rivermead Farm, River Fowey, Twowatersfoot

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 6.4 miles

Contact: Julie Simpson

Tel: 01208 821464

Mobile: 07959 924838

Email: info@rivermeadfarm.com

Sea Fishing

Near Deerpark Forest Caravan Site lies the historic fishing town of looe.  Several opportunities exist for sea fishing in looe.

Golf

· Hobourne, Doublebois - 9 Hole, Par 31 Golf Course

Vising golfers welcome but bring own golf clubs and bags.

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 5.4 miles

· Lostwithiel Hotel, Golf and Country Club - 18 Hole undulating parkland course.

Challenging for the experienced and beginner alike.  Situated alongside the River Fowey overlooked by the English Heritage Restormal Castle.  Magnificent views and peacful setting in the heart of Cornwall, easily accessible via both the A38 and A30.  Buggies available.

Handicap Requirement:  Knowledge of golf etiquette.

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 9.4 miles

· Lanhydrock Golf Club - 18 Hole parkland course.

A course not t o be missed, Lanhydrock is an accalimed 18 hole parkland course.

Handicap requirement: Certificate required.

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 9miles

· Looe Golf Club - Heath and parkland course.

Designed by Harry Vardon, six times open winner.  A heath and parkland course, commanding panoramic views of the Cornish countryside.  Buggies available.

Handicap requirement: Good knowledge of golf etiquette and reasonable dress standard.

Distance from Deerpark Forest - 6.9 miles