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Running on forest trail
Running

The first half of the trail passes through conifer plantation along a meadow on good forest tracks. The route throws in a bit of a challenge in the second half with a steeper...

four pairs of legs and feet running
Running

After leaving Bedburn Beck, this route starts with a sharp uphill section, followed by a gentle incline through Windy Bank. The route then descends into the valley bottom with a...

Runner on forest trail
Running

This fantastic 7km route initially follows Bedburn Beck and then after a sharp uphill, takes you on a undulating experience through Frog Wood, passed Potato Hill and runs adjacent...

Small bridge with a forest path running under it
Running

This interesting 3k route starts north of the car park and takes in the northern section of Chopwell Wood. You’ll get a glimpse of Chopwell’s industrial heritage as you pass the...

Bright orange leaves lining the forest floor on a trail
Running

The 5k route begins north of the car park and offers a steady start along the old railway line. The trail then takes you on undulating forest roads and trails of the southern...

four pairs of legs and feet running
Running

This circular route is a surfaced track with a small section on grass at the end which brings you to the café where the trail began. 

Along the route you will pass new woodlands...

Sherwood Pines Running 5k
Running

Begin this circular route following the trail past Henhurst Lake, joining Jeskyns Orchard Loop. The trail is mainly surfaced track with approximately 200m on grass trails.

Along...

Women walking in the woods
Walking trails and routes

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

Witherdon Wood has a variety of open paths and trails for you to explore...

Women walking with buggys easy access
Walking trails and routes

A 1km all ability trail begins at the Staple Hill car park and rewards you with breathtaking views, stretching as far as Exmoor, the Quantocks and even to the south coast of Wales...

Running on forest trail
Running

A fun and friendly running based group session, to build your confidence, skill, speed, and enjoyment of trail running. Each session will be different, with meet points anywhere...

Person running
Fitness and wellbeing activities

Bedgebury Forest Runners are a friendly and non-competitive fitness group for all levels of runner and walker operating daily. They have four experienced run leaders who live on...

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.

Holsworthy Woods has a variety of open paths and trails for you to...

Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Take some time for you and try our new wellbeing trail...

Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Take some time for you and try our new wellbeing trail...

Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Take some time for you and try our new wellbeing trail...

Woman doing yoga in the forest
Other active things to do

Join us for a low impact, lower intensity class - ideal for anyone wanting to improve strength, mobility, flexibility, and of course mental wellbeing. Buggies and walking poles...

Bedgebury Forest Runners stretching in spring
Fitness and wellbeing activities

Get Wednesdays off to a great start with a fun, friendly, fitness kick in the forest! Enjoy a fun-filled, varied fitness session in the beautiful surroundings of Whinlatter Forest...

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

King's Wood offers a network of riding which include a diverse and beautiful range of woodland habitats. Off-bridleway riding is restricted to specific routes and only permitted if...

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

We are delighted to have two Trampers – the all-terrain mobility scooter - available to hire here at Whinlatter.

You can follow our amazing Wow trail with spectacular views of the...

Women with blue backpack walking through spring woodland
Fitness and wellbeing activities

What is forest bathing?

This Japanese practice is a process of relaxation; known in Japan as shinrin yoku. The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing...

cannock chase nordic walking

WALX on The Chase is your gateway to health and fitness delivered in the picturesque Cannock Chase and surrounding woodlands. With walks ranging from gentle Wellbeing walks to high...

A woman and a man walking through the green sun lit forest looking up
Walking trails and routes

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

Setmurthy offers a network of forest roads and permissive paths through...

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

Setmurthy offers an enjoyable gravel forest road link, to and from the bridleway between Cockermouth and Isel. There are no waymarked trails.

The forest roads can be accessed at a...

Forest Activity Bag Sherwood Pines

Why not hire one of our Forest Activity Bags?   

Explore the forest as a family and discover more about how it’s used and the animals that live there.

Each bag is suitable for...

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.

There is an unsurfaced circular path that runs through the wood. 

Go Ride at Cannock Chase Forest
Fitness and wellbeing activities

Take part in a weekly coached cycling session delivered by Staffordshire Road Club (SRC). Go-Ride Clubs are for riders from 4 - 18 years old and have fun at the heart of what they...

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...

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...

Two people in a sunny, grassy clearing amid pine trees
Other active things to do

Join naturalist Ed Drewitt on a wildlife safari to explore the stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. 

​From listening to woodland birds on...

Running in the forest
Running

Set on surfaced forest roads, the 5k running route covers mostly level terrain with the occasional gentle slope. The trail is mostly clear and open but has shaded areas. This route...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

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...

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...