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Dark skies brightened by a clear rainbow over green broadleaf trees

Found within the Northumberland National Park, just north of the village of Alwinton, Kidland Forest's mosaic of trees is the perfect setting for a forest adventure. Unwind under...

Sculpture at Hamsterley Forest

Escape the hustle and bustle of the everyday at County Durham’s largest forest. 

From wildlife watching to stargazing, and adventure play for all the family to exhilarating mountain...

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Walking trails and routes

Explore a little further afield on this walk through some beautiful mixed woodland.

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Wareham Forest is a great place to explore and discover the famous heaths and woods of the Dorset countryside.

Many miles of tracks take you through beautiful and ancient landscapes...

An open valley with rolling hills covered in conifer trees surrounding it

Consisting of pine and conifers, come and see Broxa's many unusual tree species and keep your eyes peeled for its summer population of nightjars; a nocturnal bird from Africa.

The...

Walk in the forest

Tuetoes, Laughton Forest supports a wide range of habitats, rare plants, animals and birds, making it a great place to visit if you want an interesting walk!

Gisburn Forest entrance

Step into the fairy tale woods of Gisburn Forest and Stocks. Explore the trails and experience a sense of space and freedom as you breathe in the fresh air and hear the peaceful...

An autumn view of the cafe at Alice Holt Forest

Make it a day for everyone to remember with a walk at Alice Holt Forest, enjoy fresh woodland air and a warm drink in the cafe. We have lots of different trails and exciting play...

Ancient Oak Tree

With an extensive path network, varied history and special wildlife to discover, Birklands, near Edwinstowe, is a fantastic place to explore. You can access Birklands via the Sherw...

rich oak woodland

Rich in a range of tree species including Scots Pine, Red oak and Beech, Lord's Lot is a vibrant woodland located near Carnforth and north of Lancaster.

Popular with the local...

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Picnics and barbecues

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

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

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

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

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

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

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

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

Man  in forestry england uniform leaning on van, within pine forest
Forests care for us. Together we care for forests.

For over 100 years, we have been growing, shaping and caring for the Forest of Dean for the benefit and enjoyment of all, for...

Autumn viewpoint at Haldon Forest Park

Whether you want a quiet gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for you at Haldon Forest Park. Only 15 minutes from Exeter and Newton Abbot...

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Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at one of our beautiful picnic tables, scattered throughout Chopwell Wood. Just bring along good food and company!

To prevent forest fires and...

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at our beautiful picnic area, just bring along good food and company!

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

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

Picnic tables are located by the visitor centre. 

To prevent forest fires...

Woman using a tramper with two walkers in the forest
All-terrain mobility scooters

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’ off-road mobility scooters through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Off-road mobility...

Autumn colour in the Forest of Dean

Connect to the forest from the comfort of your home

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

There are picnic tables in the car park and dotted throughout the...

Group having picnic forest of dean
Picnics and barbecues

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

We have outdoor seating and picnic tables provided in the grounds...

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Walking trails and routes

Starting at Queenswood car park, Princes walk is short 1.5km loop marked by green waymarker posts.

The trail is an easy loop and comprises of hard forest roads and smaller side...

Common Lizard

At The New Forest Reptile Centre, near Lyndhurst, we help protect rare snakes and lizards and encourage the re-introduction of these animals across the country. There are special...

The Roll of Honour Sculpture at New Fancy, Forest of Dean
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat at New Fancy. Just bring along good food and company!

The picnic area is located next to the car park. 

To prevent forest fires and reduce waste, please do...

beech woodland

Located between Kendal and Lancaster, Dalton Crags is a large woodland occupying a south-west facing slope on the edge of the Hutton Roof massif.

The woodland is a mixture of...

Conifer tree tops

About

The Forest of Dean is situated in west Gloucestershire between the Rivers Severn and Wye. Our Shared Forest (OSF) is a project to reshape and redirect our land management in...

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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...

A walker walking through the forest in the autumn. The walker is looking up at the trees around them.

Thames Chase Forest Centre offers lots of features and bags of room for an exciting family day out.

The Thames Chase Trust runs the Thames Chase Forest Centre visitor centre...

Woman using a tramper with two walkers in the forest
All-terrain mobility scooters

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’ off-road mobility scooters through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

Off-road mobility...

A family enjoying Autumn colours at Cryil Hart Arborteum including Tramper mobility scooter use

Established in 1915 with trees brought back by the Victorian plant hunter Ernest Wilson from his 1910 explorations of China, the Cyril Hart Arboretum is home to over 200 tree...