Self-guided visits to Hicks Lodge

Choose from a range of self-led activities

Plan your perfect visit by choosing from the range of self-guided activities below.

Mix and match based on your preferences or get in touch and we can help organise your day.

Booking your self-guided visit

All self-led groups must be booked in advance so that we can help you make the most of your trip.

Please contact the local team by emailing info_nationalforest@forestryengland.uk at least two weeks before you plan to visit, and they'll get back to you with everything you need to do.

Self-led activities at Hicks Lodge

girl on a swing in a playground

Children's play area

Let your class burn off some steam in our play area, with climbing frames, swings and more.

Play at Hicks Lodge
Close up of an orienteering compass on top of a map

Orienteering

Put your class' geography and navigation skills to the test.

More about the challenge
A close-up of two pairs of children's legs in the forest, one wearing pink wellington boots and the other blue trainers.

Walking trails

Explore the forest with your class on our flat, circular trail.

Explore the trail