Plan your visit at Glentress Forest, Peebles
It's nearly time to find your Forest Feeling at Glentress Forest, Peebles
Embrace adventure or seek out space to unwind across 3,800 acres of woodland in Glentress Forest. From walking and world-class mountain biking to horse riding and incredible wildlife watching – plan your stay in the Scottish borders and discover your very own Forest Feeling.
Planning your visit
Before you travel
Pre-travel queries: 03330 110 495
Check-in: 4pm onwards*
Check-out: Before 10am*
*Early check-in (from 2pm) & late check-out (by 12pm) are extras that can be added to your booking, subject to availability.
Forest Holidays:
Forest Holidays
Glentress Forest
Peebles
EH45 8FAGPS coordinates:
Latitude: 55.6580891
Longitude: -3.1548374On arrival at location
Upon arrival/departure: When you arrive, simply park up and head to the Forest Retreat from 4pm (unless you have pre-booked an early check-in from 2pm). When you check in we’ll need to pre-authorise a payment card with us. Upon departure, simply head to the Forest Retreat before 10am (unless you have pre-booked a late check-out before 12pm) and hand in your keys. Or if you’re in a rush, drop them off in the outside box.
Access and terrain: The majority of cabins have level access, with some steep parts in places. There are paths for pushchairs and wheelchairs to make it easier getting around.
Parking: Each cabin at Glentress Forest has two allocated parking spaces, directly outside the cabin or along a pathway. Additional cars can be registered with the team and parked at the Forest Retreat just a short walk from your cabin, free of charge.
Electric Vehicle charging: All White Willow Premium cabins include electric charging points.
During your stay
Shopping and food options: The Forest Retreat at Glentress Forest has a shop containing locally sourced groceries and shopping essentials for your convenience. There are also breakfast, lunch, and dinner options to enjoy in the Forest Retreat, or have delivered to your cabin.
Opening hours: 8.30am - 8.30pm
Local amentities: The closest supermarkets to Glentress Forest are in Peebles. They are Sainsbury’s (3.6 miles), Tesco Superstore (3.9 miles) and M&S Simply Food (3.4 miles). You can arrange a supermarket delivery during your stay, but we ask that you meet the driver on their arrival to accept your delivery.
Nearby train stations: Buses to Melrose pass through Peebles and straight past the forest entrance. Buses from Edinburgh (X62) take around 1 ½ hours.
Map of location at Glentress, Peebles