Located near the Bristol to Bath cycle path, Warmley Park Forest is a 9.95-hectare woodland with large open grasslands and a large pond.
The park is located on the former site of an extensive clay quarry which until recently lay derelict but is now popular with locals for walks and runs.
Alongside the forest park are the remains of the Dramway and former Midland Railway line between Bristol and Bath which is now the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. The signal box remains and is open to the public most Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm.
There is a lovely cafe next to the entrance to the park where visitors can go for a meal or drink after a walk through the park.
The park is run by South Gloucestershire Council with the support of Warmley Signal Box and Gardens and the Friends of Siston Commons. There are bicycle racks near the cafe and free parking on Station Close.
Here are 33 photos from our visit to Warmley Forest Park:
1. Railway Path
The 13-mile path was built on the bed of the former Midland Railway and is an attractive leisure and commuting route, as well as an important wildlife corridor.
2. Railway Path Information Board
The information board gives some background to the path and its history, Warmley, the forest, Kingswood Heritage Museum and famous people of the area including William Champion.
3. Cafe
The homely Warmley Waiting Room is located on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path next to the park. It's open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm and Sunday from 9am to 5pm. Its menu includes hot drinks like coffee and hot chocolates, milkshakes, sandwiches, baguettes, Jacket Potatoes, Ice Cream, Rolls, cakes and pastries, as well as, daily specials.
4. Tardis
Whovians are in for a treat as the Warmley Waiting Room's toilet's exterior is styled like the Tardis.