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Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Blackwood Forest has a range of paths that run through...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Hemsted has around five miles of hard surface road around the forest...

chambers wood walking trail
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Laughton Forest has a range of paths that run through...

Walking family
Walking trails and routes

Walking at St Leonard's Forest is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Discover dragon-filled myths on a range of open...

Couple on a picnic bench in a campsite

Extend your woodland adventure with an unforgettable stay in the forest. 

Kielder is home to a rustic, three star, independent site run by Kielder Village Camping and Caravan Site. ...

Narrow walking path through ancient woodland
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Sneaton Forest has a range of paths that run through the...

Dog walking in autumn among leaves
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Lydford Forest has a variety of open paths and trails for you to explore...

Start of parkrun running event

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

These events take place in pleasant forest...

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Other active things to do

Take part in the worlds largest treasure hunt!

Geocaching is an increasingly popular activity that utilises GPS technology to locate and find hidden objects.

If you simply enjoy the...

Orienteering post within forest on summer day
Orienteering

Try your hand at orienteering, a map reading challenge for all levels. The aim for everyone is to navigate between control points marked on an orienteering map. If you are a little...

walkers enjoying a walk around a woodland lake in autumn
Walking trails and routes

Walking trails are suitable for all ages and abilities and some are pushchair and buggy friendly. You don’t even need a map. Follow the wooden posts with the coloured marker bands...

Two boys look closely at the leaves on a tree
Other family activities

Jo and Mike from The Kids Adventure Company run a range of forest adventure sessions at Wistlandpound for children and their families. Come rain or shine they can be found sparking...

Woman walking dogs through woodland
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

There are a range of paths starting from Moor Lane Car Park into Silton...

Boy fishing

Fishing is a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities, and there are proven health and wellbeing benefits of going fishing.

Fishing gives many people the opportunity to...

A group of people taking part in a pilates class

Join Core Pilates Worcestershire for weekly pilates at Wyre Forest.

The classes take place twice a week:

Tuesdays: 1pm - 2pm Fridays: 9:30am - 10:30am

Pilates is a mat-based exercise...

a man and a woman with two children enjoying a picnic in the woodlands
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat at one of our beautiful picnic areas, just bring along good food and company!

Various picnic benches can be found around the main visitor hub near the Info Point...

Picnic table at sunrise
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at Broxa. Just bring along good food and company!

To prevent forest fires and reduce waste, please do not bring any barbecues into our forests.

Forest Bathing
Fitness and wellbeing activities

The Forest Bathing Institute brings 2-hour Forest Bathing+ nature based wellness sessions to Alice Holt Forest.

Forest Bathing+ is a comprehensive therapeutic form of forest bathing...

Boy fishing
Other active things to do

If you enjoy fishing and hold a valid permit then you are welcome to  visit one of our scenic fishing spots. Why not try a different spot every time you fish!

Permits are available...

Forest bathing
Fitness and wellbeing activities

The Forest Bathing Institute brings 2-hour Forest Bathing+ nature based wellness sessions to West Walk.

Forest Bathing+ is a comprehensive therapeutic form of forest bathing...

Three horse riders in high vis in the forest
Horse riding

Horse riders are welcome at Kielder Forest and can explore the dozens of miles of tracks and forest roads in the forest.

There are no dedicated horse trails in Kielder Forest...

Sun in the trees
Fitness and wellbeing activities
Forest bathing

The Forest Bathing Institute brings 2-hour Forest Bathing+ nature based wellness sessions to Wendover Woods.

Forest Bathing+ is a comprehensive therapeutic form of...

Horse rider in orange high vis slowly trotting past a walker in the forest
Horse riding

Riders are welcome to enjoy the sights of Salcey Forest by horseback. The trail for horse riders makes a circuit of the forest on open ridings. Riders may enter the forest on any...

Three people riding bikes along a gravel trail in the forest
Other active things to do

Gravel riding is the perfect way to explore the Forest of Dean, one of the UK’s largest ancient woodlands. Whether you’re an experienced rider, or just starting out, the Forest of...

Grassy path alongside tall trees in the New Forest

Also known as the New Forest Showground and located between the quintessentially English towns of Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst, there is always something to do at New Park. The coast...

Woman doing yoga in the forest
Fitness and wellbeing activities

Step away from your normal routine and try yoga in Wyre Forest. Join one of our expert instructors who each specialise in a different style of yoga. Contact the providers for their...

Running trainers on forest floor

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

These events take place in pleasant forest...

Man chopping down tree
News
18 November 2020

A very special Christmas tree that is one in a million is destined to become the most famous in Britain.

A couple cycling on a forest trail
Cycling & mountain biking

Cycling is a fantastic way to explore Broxa and soak up the beautiful scenery.

The Moors to Sea Cycle Route passes through the forest, taking in the views at Reasty Hill Top.

Forest Bathing
Fitness and wellbeing activities

Join certified forest therapy practitioner and forest bathing guide, Gina from Adaptable By Design for this nature-immersive wellness experience in Broaks Wood.

Dates for 2024

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Segway users on a forest trail
Segway

Go Ape locations in our forests are now open. Pre-booking is essential. More information is available on the Go Ape website.

Go Ape Forest Segways are the best fun you can have...

Horse rider in orange high vis slowly trotting past a walker in the forest
Horse riding

Explore the stunning scenery of Parkhurst Forest on horseback.

Horse riding at Parkhurst Forest is by permit only.

You can obtain a permit to ride in these woods by contacting...