The Living Rainforest is clearly signposted from the A34/ M4 J13 (Chieveley).

From London or Bristol
Leave the M4 at Junction 13 (Chieveley) and follow the Rainforest signs.

From Reading
Access Hampstead Norreys via the M4 J13 exit (Chieveley), or via Pangbourne and Ashampstead.

From Oxford
Take the A34 towards Newbury. Exit at East Ilsley and follow the signs to Hampstead Norreys, and then the brown Tourist Information signs to the Rainforest. Please note: this route is unsuitable for coaches. Larger vehicles should follow the M4 J13 exit (Chieveley).

From Newbury
Take B4009 from Robin Hood roundabout to Hermitage (via Curridge). From Hermitage, follow the Rainforest signs. Alternatively, access the Living Rainforest via the M4 J13 exit (Chieveley).

Coach Drivers, Please Note
Coach Satellite Navigation systems may attempt to direct coaches off the M4 at Junction 12. This road is largely unsuitable for coaches and there are limited signposts. Please ensure that your driver follows the directions given on our website, exiting at Junction 13 of the M4, and allowing plenty of time to navigate small lanes. There is designated coach parking to the right of the car park.

Parking
So visitors can have the best experience, we’re limiting the number of visitors who are able to visit the Living Rainforest at any one time. As a result, there should be sufficient parking space available if all visitors park courteously, use only 1 parking spot per vehicle, and ensure that they are not blocking other vehicles.

Parking is currently free of charge for visitors

Trains

If travelling by train we recommend travelling via Newbury Station. From Newbury, you can catch a public bus to the village of Hampstead Norrey, and then walk up to the Rainforest (approx 10 mins walk). Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Newbury Station (approx 20 mins drive).

Other train stations include:

• Thatcham Station (21 minutes drive)
• Pangbourne Station (15 minute drive)
• Goring & Streatley (14 minutes drive)

These stations all have regular services to London, with a journey time of approximately one hour.

Taxis from Newbury typically cost around £25 – visitors are advised to book in advance and pre-arrange the taxi fare before travelling to avoid any unwanted surprises.

Buses

There is no direct bus to The Living Rainforest, but it is possible to get a bus to the local village of Hampstead Norreys, which is approx. 15 mins walk away (1 mile). Please note that the walk is uphill and part of it is without a pavement so please exercise caution, as the walk may not be suitable for everyone.

Number 6 Bus (Newbury – West Ilsley via Curridge, Hermitage, Hampstead Norreys, Compton, East Illsley):

Departs at Newbury Station (Stop T): 10:22, 12:22, 14:22

Return Buses from Hampstead Norreys Water Street (S-bound): 11:35, 13:35, 15:35

Please check here for up to date service information before travelling. Note that this service DOES NOT operate on Sundays or Bank Holidays.

Green discount

The Living Rainforest offers a Green Discount of £1 off the admission price for each individual arriving by bus or bicycle (this discount does not apply to already-discounted group admission rates). If you arrive by bus, please show your ticket at the front reception desk to claim your green discount.

Taxis from Newbury typically cost around £25 – visitors are advised to book in advance and pre-arrange the taxi fare before travelling to avoid any unwanted surprises.