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Chevin Forest Park

Nature & gardens

Chevin Forest Park

A council forest park on the steep ridge above Otley, with woodland, meadow and gritstone outcrops rising to about 280m. Surprise View has a wide outlook over Wharfedale and is wheelchair accessible; there are orienteering courses and a café with toilets.

📍 Otley, Yorkshire · LS21 3DD

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Visitor information

Ages
0–16+
Typical visit
Half day
Address
East Chevin Road, Otley LS21 3DD
Opening times
Park open access; Yorkgate car park closes 6pm. White House Cafe Mon, Wed-Fri 10am-2pm (closed Tue), weekends 11am-3pm (seen 2026-10-07)
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.

Family facilities

Last checked 7 Oct 2026

  • Café on site
  • Toilets
  • AccessibilitySurprise View car park wheelchair accessible; accessible toilet and Changing Places at the café.
  • ParkingFive car parks: East Chevin Quarry, Lower Shawfield, Upper Shawfield, Surprise View, Yorkgate Quarry; reserved disabled parking at the café.

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