Grandfather Oak and the Curious Forest are a series of wooden sculptures carved by Steve Iredale in collaboration with local school children. Grandfather Oak, Granny Rosalie...
This route is a relatively steady circular running route that is used by parkrun every Saturday morning. You’ll be running on stoned forest roads and gravelled paths that pass...
This is a technical world-class course, only for the best and most expert. There are many steep climbs and challenging descents, including the very rapid descent on Medusa's Drop...
The trail follows a variety of forest paths and roads, offering the chance to explore a range of habitats. A popular route for those wilder explorers, the Adderstone Rigg Trail has...
This entry level 3km loop is the ideal route for beginners. The route starts and finishes just through the courtyard, past the village and uses flat stoned forest roads and gravel...
The Dragonfly sculpture, positioned close to Staindale Lake, is directly inspired by the dragonflies and demoiselles that inhabit the area throughout the year and celebrates their...
Nissen Hut is Whiteread's first permanent public sculpture in the UK. The work has been commissioned to mark the centenary of the Forestry Commission in 2019, and is part of 14-18...
Established in 2018 by Forestry England, the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) and Parker Harris, Earth Photo is a world-leading international programme dedicated to engaging...
This trail circles Staindale Lake along boardwalks and well-surfaced paths. It's particularly worth stopping at Staindale Lake dam on the west end of the lake to enjoy its tranquil...
A circular walk starting from Low Staindale car park and featuring a steep incline before reaching a plateau of open moorland and impressive views across the North York Moors. This...
A sculpture to commemorate the role of women who worked in Britain’s woodlands during the Second World War. Ray Lonsdale’s steel fabrication of a felled tree and two lumberjills...
Along this circular trail, you’ll find spectacular views at Jerry Noddle over the Upper Langdale Valley. On the same spot, do not miss the Winged Sheep Aedicula (a shrine), a 2021...
A firm favourite walk across the tops of Crosscliff. Accessible to all, this is an easy access trail on a flat, even surface and provides truly stunning views from the viewpoint.
This is a very scenic running loop sets off from the peaceful Staindale Lake via Crosscliff Viewpoint. It takes in Yondhead Rigg, Crosscliff and elements of the Jerry Noddle trail...
A circular route starting at the top end of the lower field at Adderstone. This running route follows forest paths and roads and offers the chance to enjoy extensive views over the...
The shorter days and colder weather around Christmas can make it hard to motivate ourselves to get outside and see other people. This can leave us feeling disconnected from each...
Stretch your legs, breathe in some fresh air and walk off all that delicious festive food with a family visit to one of the nation’s forests near you this Christmas holiday.
Dalby Forest provides the perfect venue for a range of events. If you are interested in holding an event here you will need to apply first so that we can ensure your event doesn't...
Dalby Forest is an area of 3575.8 hectares of primarily coniferous forest with some broadleaves situated in the east of the North York Moors National Park which is...
Christmas comes but once a year and choosing your Christmas tree is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the festive season. But how do you choose the best Christmas tree for your...
