Pictures of the National ForestPhotographs, information, facts, etc. |
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Pictures of the National ForestPhotographs, information, facts, etc. |
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Conkers is 120 acres of national forest for all the family. With woodlands, walks, lakes, restaurants, play and picnic areas, there's something for everyone. Add to that the assault course, the indoor exhibits that are both fun and educational and the special events held throughout the year and you've got somewhere you can visit time and time again. The annual membership charges are especially good.
Above right: A view of Conkers Waterside in the early 2000's showing the lake and craft units.
Below left and right: The bridge behind the Amphithreatre and the Amphithreatre itself. Nowadays, the Amphithreatre is covered and used for concerts, etc.
Right: The children's play area at Waterside.
Below left: The 'Flame of Dunblane. Below right: Sculptures near the lake at Waterside.
Opened in April 2001, Conkers Discovery not only has a lot on the outside, but it's also got an large array of indoor exhibits and interactive displays. There's also toilets, a restaurant and craft units. The pictures below were taken shortly after it opened .
Right: Photograph taken from the top of the viewing tower showing the main lake and the centre itself.
Below: A general view of the main part of the assault course.
Right: The Willow Marsh.
Below: The main archway leading from the Discovery Centre.
Right: Artscape. Below: Electric Tree.
Right: The sculpture at the top of Westminster Woodland.
Below: Daffodils in spring 2002 around the main pool.
Right: Deer and squirrel. Below: Pool with spiral pump.
Right: A covered conker seat. Below: The Tree of Life Hall.
Below left and right: Some views of the indoor exhibits.
Below: The roots of the Tree of Life visible under the glass floor of the hall.
