Gruffalo Party Trail at Hicks Lodge

The Gruffalo Party Trail at Hicks Lodge

The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday and to celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a fun forest adventure.

What to expect

The interactive family trail features all sorts of party-themed activities and games, along with fun facts to teach you about life in the forest for the Gruffalo and other creatures.

Follow the trail to help find the missing party items to give the Gruffalo a birthday to remember. Search for balloons, pine cones, apples and the Gruffalo himself, and complete fun activities and rubbings as you go along.

Get the party started with a Gruffalo Party Trail pack

Pick up your pack for just £4 from Grounds Café, packed with fun things to do on your party adventure and a special keepsake.

Inside you’ll find:

  • kraft bag to colour in
  • party headband to wear
  • party trail activity leaflet
  • stickers
  • pencil and crayon
  • keepsake sew-on Gruffalo Party patch

Share your party fun using the #GruffaloTrail hashtag.

The Gruffalo © 1999 & TM Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Licensed by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.

Trail Information

Hicks Lodge, Willesley Woodside, Moira Rd, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Swadlincote, LE65 2UP
Opening hours
Get directions
The trail begins at the start of the Lake Loop. Trail activity packs are available to purchase from the cafe or bike shop during opening times and cost just £4.00.
Trail Length
2km
Accessibility
Mostly level surfaced trail, suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and pedestrians. Note that the route is also used by dog walkers, horses and cycles.