Mountain View Ranch

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1. Abi German ★★★★★

   This place was fabulous for an outing with the little ones. Lots to explore. They had been reading the Gruffalo and were excited to follow the trails. The route map was brilliant and having the kids looking for the pumpkin stamper was a great idea to keep the energy up. I would definitely like to bring them again with a picnic on a sunny dry day and have them do roly polys down the roly poly hill. A core childhood memory for sure!

   almost 4 months ago
2. Storm Quintiliani ★★★★★

   Its a very long walk for younger kids so comfy shoes are a must the activities are so good and varied the tree houses are amazing there are two massive pillows for bouncing on like a trampoline you have to take shoes off not an issue but its sandy round the edge so trying persuade an autistic child to put the shoes back on for the rest of the walk was tricky but we managed the cafe is beautiful lovely ice cream much needed after the walk great value for money too

   almost 6 months ago
3. Vivienne Horle ★★★★★

   Brilliant experience. We took our eight and three year old grandchildren to Mountain View Ranch to see the Gruffalo Trail, but the Ranch is so much more than the Trail. It’s 100 acres of wide open space for kids to run around and explore with cleverly interspersed activities on a nicely choreographed route. The activities and experiences blend in with the wonderful natural setting and are all good quality. It was our first visit, so it was all new to us, but I think every visit will be different due to the seasons. The children loved the map and collecting the stamps on it along the way so they could get the Gruffalo sticker. There are porta loos scattered discretely along the route and plenty of bins, including recycling. Benches and picnic tables are available to eat your own picnics. As it is school holidays the Pizza Hut was open. Pizzas were freshly made and tasty, prices £10 to £12. Had a quick look in the coffee shop and apart from ice cream, cakes and takeaway coffee there only seemed to be a few white bread pre-packed sandwiches available. We pre booked on the website and got a 10% discount. We were lucky with the weather, some showers first thing and then sun, but if the weather is going to be bad on the day you’ve booked you can move your booking. Price was very good, £32.90 for the four of us. We booked a 9.40 slot, and could have stayed until the park closed at 5pm. From the playground sited in a huge sand pit with big Tonka Toy trucks at the entrance, to meeting (spoiler alert) the Gruffalo at the end this is a brilliant day out for the whole family. No need for a phone, except to take some lovely photos. Unfortunately as my grandchildren are visible in most of my photos I can’t post too many here. There are some improvements coming into 2026 and we look forward to returning to The Ranch. The Mountain View Bike Park is separate, but next to the Ranch, so there is something for everyone on this site.

   almost 6 months ago

1. Sian Bevan ★★★★★

   We had a fab day out here. Our just 3 year old had the best day. All the open space, the weather was perfect. Lots to explore, lots to keep busy. Seating all the way around and even toilets!! The gruffalo trail was a huge hit. Those big yellow pillows. Wow. Fab play park too!

   almost 3 years ago
2. Jade Rabey ★★★★★

   Excellent day out! We spent 5 hours here and could've spent even longer but the park was closing. We took a buggy and at points it was a bit hilly but not unable to push the buggy. Gruffalo trail was brilliant, my three year old loved it. There is so much to do and picnic benches dotted all around. Different things to do and see. Food is a bit expensive so I would bring your own and there are some bins dotted around but not loads. Parking on site is really good too. Overall, will be going back here. Had a great day and good price.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Ian Coles ★★★★★

   Another excellent visit over the weekend. What really impresses me, is every time we visit there has been improvements - which is clear evidence of continual investment. You don't see that very often, many places just stay the same for years after the initial set-up The kids love it, it's varied, lots of open space, great food but places to eat your own. Well worth it. Can't wait for the next visit.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Kaylee Bassenger ★★★★☆

   The kids absolutely loved it! So much space to run around and be wild but plenty to keep them interested as you walk through! Beautiful scenery. Small stuffed toys ended up being expensive gifts at the end, especially with 3 kids - a shame they don't do things like fridge magnets and keyrings for the grown ups!

   almost 3 years ago

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