How much are the charges at Ashdown Forest?

The car parks will be managed by Horizon Parking and visitors will be charged £2 for one hour, £2.50 for up to two hours, £4 for up to four hours and £5 to park all day. An annual pass is also available for £80 and a 6 month 'Winter pass' is £50 (both these passes cover 2 vehicles from the same household).



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Covering over 10 square miles, Ashdown Forest is one of the largest open access areas in Southeast England.

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Ashdown Forest is owned by the Ashdown Forest Trust and managed by the Conservators of Ashdown Forest.

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Ashdown Forest has introduced paid parking on all our car parks. For some years we have experienced increasing numbers of visitors and decreasing levels of funding.

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In 1693, more than half the forest was taken into private hands, with the remainder set aside as common land. The latter today covers 9.5 square miles (25 km2; 6,100 acres; 2,500 ha) and is the largest area with open public access in South East England.

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Having an Ashdown Forest Riding Permit gives you access to over 75 miles of varied and beautiful riding. You can easily ride all day. Riding is by permit only, and every horse must display a valid badge.

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  1. To buy an Ashdown Forest parking pass:
  2. Step 1 – Click on the button below.
  3. Step 2 – Register an account.
  4. Step 3 – Login using the details emailed to you.
  5. Step 4 – Go to “My Account” to add additional vehicles and your payment card. ...
  6. Step 5 – Click on “Apply for Permit” and choose the pass you need.


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Some of Ashdown's woodland is older than the house itself, and it's open to everyone, whether you're a National Trust member or not. There's a tree trail to follow as you take in the tranquil surroundings and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife.

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