Activities and wellbeing

Two cyclists on a flat cycle trail in a conifer forest

Find your forest activity

You’ll find what you need in the forest to feel healthy and happy

Find a walk, plan your run or try a mountain bike or cycling trail. Discover something different to unwind.

Need inspiration? Explore our favourite activities this season.

couple walk along walking trail

Walking in the forest

Spot wildlife, be mindful or get fit with a Nordic walk or riverside hike. Find your nearest forest walks and reap the benefits.
Search for a walk
Five people running through forest

Find your forest run

Beginners and seasoned runners can get inspired by running on our waymarked trails ranging from 1km to 10km. Search for your nearest forest and discover the joy of running wild!
Find a forest to run in
Descend mountain biking at Hamsterley Forest

Cycling and mountain biking

The nation's forests offer over 2,500 km of cycling trails to explore, from exhilarating mountain bike trails to family-friendly rides. Discover the thrill of off-road cycling.
Find a cycle trail
Two horse riders in high vis and helmets on a forest path

Horse riding in the forest

Take to the saddle through mature woods, alongside shady streams or overlooking beautiful open heathland, our forests offer amazing riding experiences.
Find horse riding at a forest
Woman standing in woodland at sunset

Unwind in the forest

Reconnect with nature to unwind in the forest, try forest bathing or tune into your senses on a wellbeing trail.
Find a way to unwind

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Top activities in the forest

Old bearded man in a green woolly hat and female child playing disc golf

Disc golf

One of the fasted growing sports in the UK

Take on the challenge of disc golf for a unique, fun way to enjoy some time in the forest.

Try disc golf
Group of people walking in the trees using poles

Nordic Walking

Join a Nordic walk near you

Discover this fantastic way to stay active and burn more calories.

Try Nordic walking
A woman walking a dog on a lead next to a stack of felled logs.

Visit with your dog

Plan a forest adventure with your furry friend

We love welcoming dogs to the nation’s forests and have all sorts of activities and facilities to give you and your pooch the best day out together.

Plan a dog walk
A child on the Go Ape Tree Top Adventure Plus at Moors Valley

Go Ape

Find an adventure near you

Fun outdoor activities for adventurers of all ages.

Discover Go Ape

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