Wellbeing trail at Lynford Stag

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Follow the trail to take a mindful walk through the forest that invites you to really relax.

What to expect

Themed panels along the trail will invite you to pause, notice, and connect with the forest environment around you.

A forest wellbeing journal is also available to help you get even more benefit from the experience, offering additional mindful things to do while you’re out in the forest and at home.

Download the forest wellbeing journal before you visit: wellbeing journal.

About the route

The wellbeing trail at Lynford Stag is a 3 mile (4.8 km) route around the woods that links up Lynford Stag and Lynford Arboretum. 

The Wellbeing route has wide forest rides, hard packed gravel surfaces, and natural-surfaced trails underneath the canopy of the trees. 

The trail is not suitable for wheelchairs and buggies when the weather is very wet.

Dogs are welcome at Lynford Stag. Please follow our dog code and clear up after your dog. Bins are provided in the car park.

This trail is supported by Sport England using National Lottery funding.