Riders will do battle once again at the 2024 national championships in Dalby, where our black MTB route was voted the best world cup course by the UCI in 2010. Taking place over...

For many of us, choosing a real Christmas tree is one of the best things about the festive season.

Malton Sculpture Trail comes to Dalby Forest in an...

Our annual Christmas Fun Run with Nice Work is back! 🎅🏼🤶🏼🎄

This inclusive event is the perfect opportunity to kickstart the Christmas shenanigans, with distances of 5k and 10k with...

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A decorated tree is a real symbol of Christmas, and these days Christmas trees come in all shapes, sizes and colours. Some of ours...

If you want to explore the forest and discover more about how it’s used and what animals live here, then why not buy one of our Forest Activity Bags. These family friendly packs...

A magical trail with new lights for 2024 – an after-dark stroll through our world-leading collection of conifers

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a place to make new...

Malton Sculpture Trail came to Dalby in an installation immersed in nature.

The trail was situated down our popular easy-access Ellerburn trail, featuring 10 sculptures from the...

Join Gill from &MoreFlowers for an enjoyable workshop designing and creating your very own Christmas wreath! 

All equipment, greenery and decorations will be provided, but please...

Located south of Marlborough, Savernake Forest is rich in history and has lots to explore. It is a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as a registered important...

Stalls  |  Festive treats  |  Activities 

Kickstart your Christmas spirit with a new Christmas Event to High Lodge. A festive market of craft stalls, festive menu at the cafe and...

The Gruffalo will be appearing at various times throughout the day and there will be lots of Gruffalo-themed activities on...

This magnificent woodland has many miles of ancient wood banks, building remains and ancient trees. The 'druids', or veteran oaks, are rare and amazing wildlife habitats, and some...

Winter is a magical time in the nation’s forests.

Winter is a magical time in the nation’s forests. Life slows down, and without the rustling of leaves in the wind the forest becomes quiet making it the perfect destination to...

Plan your perfect visit by choosing from the range of self-guided activities below.

Mix and match based on your preferences or get in touch and we can help organise your day.

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Discover the natural world through minutes to millenia, from the depth of the seas to the distant stars.

Take your learning to the outdoors with a range of interactive science...

It’s that time of year again, when you can take some time out and enjoy a minced pie while you create your own Christmas wreath. There will be lots of traditional greenery and...

Join Gill from &MoreFlowers for a relaxed workshop creating your very own Christmas table decoration! 

Using locally sourced greenery with flowers in festive colours, you will...

Wyre Forest is the largest woodland National Nature Reserve in the country and can be found to the west of Birmingham.

Explore the arboretum to find the unusual Whitty Pear and don...

Looking for ways to be more sustainable over the holidays?

With way marked trails for woodland walks, children’s play areas, Go Ape, orienteering trails and even a dog activity trail, you will not be stuck for something to do at Cannock...

Cosy up for a Christmassy crafting experience in our snug yurt and create your own handmade Christmas wreath! 

Create a unique handmade wreath and enjoy a bit of 'me' time.

Wreat...

Join us for a delightful seasonal dash through the beautiful forest at Cannock Chase. You will take to the trail and wind your way through the trees, celebrating the great outdoors...

Fun Run

Whether you’re up for the challenge of 5k, or you’d prefer a shorter distance of 2.5k, support The Big C by running or walking through the forest here at High Lodge...

Bedgebury Pinetum, Dalby Forest and Sherwood Pines will be taking a break from Forest Live in 2021

Give your class the opportunity to become rangers for the day with our easy-to-use, self-contained Ranger in a Bag. 

Our bags support you to deliver learning about forests at your...

Step back in time and discover the unsung heroines of World War II with our fascinating exhibition, "Women in Forestry: The Lumberjills...

Looking for a real Christmas tree shop near you? Pop your details in the form and we'll let you know via email when you can come and choose the perfect tree.

Treasured family...

Join us for a two hour evening in Dalby Forest, filled with magic, breathwork, yoga, meditation, and the setting of New Year's Intentions. January is a time of reflection upon any...

Background to the project

Three great minds have come together to create a world's first. Mark Ellis, a specialist dry stone waller with almost 30 years of experience joined forces...