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Breeze into the Forest

We’ve joined forces with British Cycling on Breeze into the Forest, encouraging women to ride in safe, traffic-free environments in nature.

Sun shining through the trees in a pine forest

Noted for its variety of bird life, spring flowers and autumn fungi, the arboretum is the perfect place to enjoy some peace and quiet. 

Friends of Thetford Forest

The Friends of...

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Article
16 January 2024

Read Living, working forest by Zakiya Mckenzie.

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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...

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...

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...

Go ape tree top adventure dalby

Go Ape Dalby Forest is an adventurer’s paradise. One of the great things about Dalby Forest is the sense of excitement and anticipation which builds as the course unfurls before...

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...

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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...

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...

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...

Horse riding on gravel tracks
Horse riding

We have an open access policy for horse riders within Kings Forest.

There are no designated riding trails but see OS explorer map 229 to orientate yourself.

The forest is also open...

Horse riders on a woodland trail
Horse riding

Horse Riding is welcome in Dymock Forest on hard stone tracks only.  

The Dymock Forest Greenway comprises approximately 2.5 miles of high-quality, off-road, waymarked track...

Forestry England Log Pile

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

Cycling is available on the forest roads at the site and our family-friendly routes...

BBQ ALice Holt Food
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy sizzling sausages or grilled halloumi in the forest! Friston Forest has a barbecue available for you to book at our car park on Litlington Road. 

Our barbecue is suitable...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. Every group ride is led by a qualified Br...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. Every group ride is led by a qualified Br...

Cyclist jumping on a mountain bike trail in the Forest of Dean
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19, 20, 21 July
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Dalby Forest

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...

couple enjoying a picnic in a clearing within a forest
Picnics and barbecues

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

Pingle Slade, known as our concert site, is a large open area within the...

Two horse riders in high vis and helmets on a forest path
Horse riding

There is path upon path of beautiful woodland to ride at Delamere Forest.

We welcome horse riders to come and explore the forest but as an extremely busy site there are a few...

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Fitness and wellbeing activities

Across our woodlands in the National Forest, Forestry England offer a variety of activities as part of the Feel Good in the Forest project. These activities are free to take part...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. Every group ride is led by a qualified Br...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest

British Cycling and Forestry England have teamed up to offer free, women-only group cycle rides for all abilities in the nation’s forests. 

Every group ride is led by a qualified ...

Man and woman observing the texture of a tree
Sensory walks

Going for a sensory walk helps you get outside, be active and connect with nature.

Salcey Forest's Sensory Walk is a gentle walk through the forest with different areas to...