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Small dog on a forest trail
Walking trails and routes

Treat yourself and your four-legged friend to a forest visit and explore the woodlands on Blidworth's short dog loop.

This trail can be accessed from the Longdale Lane car park...

Dog looking into distance with ears up
Walking trails and routes

Can you and your dog tunnel, weave and balance your way along this fun trail?  

woodland trail in picturesque setting

With walking and cycling trails, outdoor play and picnic spots, West Walk is the ideal family day out. At 350 hectares, it is the largest remaining fragment of the ancient Forest...

Bark in the Dark
Walking trails and routes

This unsurfaced trail is a short loop for dog walkers starting in the car park.

Lady walking dog on agility trail

Try your dog’s ability at activities such as fetching, weaving and jumping. This exciting challenge is a great way to keep you and your dog fit and healthy with lots of fun!

 

Husky dogs running
Other active things to do

A private, non-profit membership organisation who work closely with Forestry England to allow access to Forestry England land by sled dog teams.

Please contact Cannock Chase Sled...

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...

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...

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...

A bridge by the fairoak pools at Cannock Chase Forest

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...

a section of trail through a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

This classic cross-country MTB trail was first launched in 2005. The trail surface is very variable: expect loose stone, roots and mud. There are a lot more climbs compared to Perr...

Two women with their dogs walking through a conifer forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking at Slaley Forest is the perfect way to get outdoors and explore some of the Pennines most beautiful landscapes.

Explore the forest on its forest paths that run from the...

A group of older people walking their dogs through the forest.
Walking trails and routes

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

Puddletown Forest is restricted to access only on the public...

Dog walking on field
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. Surfaced paths and bridges take you around the ponds, there are no...

Group dog walking
Walking trails and routes

Warksburn picnic area is situated on the banks of its namesake (which is reputed to contain gold deposits!) Two waymarked forest walks start and finish at the picnic area. Points...

A dog walking along a trail with two adults behind - one walking and one using an off-road mobility scooter

Whinlatter is home to stunning views, fantastic walks, exhilarating mountain biking, rare wildlife and adventure play.

Set within the Lake District, a World Heritage Site...

Dogs enjoying a swim in the lake in the woods
Walking trails and routes

On this surfaced trail you will pass by young woodlands, a Treehouse Play Area and Henhurst Lake. Dogs must be kept on a lead in some parts. 

Two ladies enjoying a dog walk at Jeskyns Community Woodland

Jeskyns is home to 360 acres of newly planted woodlands, meadows and orchards. With a good network of surfaced walking trails, children's play areas, café and even a dog activity...

Two walkers in jeans and black tops walking with two spaniels
Walking trails and routes

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

There are a variety of surfaced and non-surfaced paths...

Family taking pictures in forest

Popular with local dog walkers, come and explore Laneskin Wood, perfect for a peaceful woodland walk. 

Wander the open paths and trails that run through the wood. 

 

Two women with their dogs walking through a conifer forest
Walking trails and routes

Get away from the crowds on this tranquil walk through the Spurlswood Valley. Wood ants and waterfalls are among the highlights on this walk.

Dog walking on field
Walking trails and routes

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

Stroll around the man-made gunpowder mill pond and see what wildlife you...

Woman walking dog in the forest
Walking trails and routes

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

Meander through the forest to find evidence of the area...

Man walking dog through autumnal forest
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.

Family walking on a woodland trail
Walking trails and routes

At 6 miles, the Woodpecker Trail is the longest of the walks at Salcey. You'll meander through through oak, conifer, horse chestnut and a lovely area of beech as you enjoy your...

Dog walker on a forest track
Walking trails and routes

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

Forest tracks are mostly hard standing but some areas become muddy in...

Woman walking dogs through 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.

Woman in woodland

Comprising of mainly coniferous trees, Moreton Forest is located to the west of Poole.

Explore the varied scenery on the interesting public trails that run through Moreton Forest...

walking path next to stream in Blengdale Forest
Walking trails and routes

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

See some of Cumbria's tallest trees by walking up the...

A group of 4 adults and a dog, walking on a forest trail
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and experience all the wellbeing benefits of being out in nature.

Bourne Wood has a range of paths that run...

Woman walking dog through the windy paths in winter forest
Walking trails and routes

There’s an excellent network of paths, many all-ability accessible, providing you with a range of route options around the site.

 

Woman walking in woods footpath
Walking trails and routes

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