Feel good activity bag at Hicks Lodge
Hire an activity bag to feel good in the forest
Try a forest activity bag for children aged 4-13 years old and their adults to use to discover the wellbeing benefits of forests.
What’s in the bag?
Over 15 activities with all the equipment you will need to explore, be creative, feel calm and share how the forest makes you feel. There are:
- binoculars to help you spot butterflies and birds.
- a scavenger hunt and magnifying glasses to take a closer look at the forest’s plants and animals.
- sensory cards to explore with all your senses.
- and lots of fun activities that will keep you warm, help you to feel calm and make new forest friends.
At the end of your visit, you’ll return the bag and we’ll give you a free feel good everywhere activity booklet so you can continue to enjoy nature from home.
How to book
For more information or to make a booking, please contact info_nationalforest@forestryengland.uk
Activity information
Hicks Lodge, Willesley Woodside, Moira Rd, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Swadlincote, LE65 2UP
The cost is to hire the bag only for the duration of your visit. All bags to be returned to the Welcome Point on the day of hire before closing time.
Booking essential
Bags must be booked in advance
Availability
There are a limited number of bags and we operate on a first-come-first-served basis.
How much?
£5
Time
Allow 1.5 - 2.5 hours to complete the activities.
Prices
Local children and family support organisations and services can request vouchers which entitle the bearer to a free hire of the bag. Contact active.forests@forestryengland.uk for more information.
Supervision
Adult supervision essential