Seasonal events

child in stripy orange tights walking through autumn leaves with a pumpkin

Get excited and plan a special visit to the forest

From spooky to sparkly, book a seasonal event to look forward to in the coming months.

Halloween scene with pumpkins in the forest at night

Halloween at Moors Valley, Dorset

Explore the forest after-dark with family and friends in a brand new spooky illuminated trail. Friday 25 October to Sunday 3 November.
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Christmas lights lighting up the trees in Bedgebury

Christmas at Bedgebury

The magical Christmas trail returns to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest with new lights for 2024, bringing unmissable illuminations to the world-leading conifer collection. Friday 15 November 2024 to Wednesday 1 January 2025.
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People walking under colourful trees

Christmas at Westonbirt

A brand new illuminated trail, Christmas at Westonbirt, launches this festive season. Explore trees from all over the globe in a completely new light. Friday 29 November to Tuesday 31 December.
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Our favourite seasonal events...

Family holding up carved pumpkins

Pumpkin carving

Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 October
Beechenhurst, The Forest of Dean

Bring your creativity to Beechenhurst this half term, pumpkins and carving kits will be provided.

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Three people running in a forest dressed as a reindeer, elf and Christmas tree

Christmas fun run

Sunday 8 December
Salcey Forest, near Northampton

This inclusive event is the perfect opportunity to kick-start the Christmas fun, with distances of 5k and 10k. Dressing up encouraged.

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High Lodge at Christmas

High Lodge Christmas market

Tuesday 3 December
High Lodge, near Thetford

Embrace your Christmas spirit with a visit to the new Christmas market at High Lodge. Explore the craft stalls and enjoy a festive menu at the cafe.

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