The Forest of Dean is a great place to bring your class or group at any time of year and the Forestry Commission Community and Education Rangers provide a variety of exciting activities suitable for children of all ages to help you make the most of your visit.
Ranger-led activity sessions at Beechenhurst Lodge
Ranger-led activities available at Beechenhurst Lodge include Shelterbuilding, Wildlife Detectives, Environmental Art, DeanQuest and Climate Change Challenge.
Ranger-led activities for older students
Forestry Commission Rangers can provide multi-purpose forestry walks/talks and Forest Experience - a series of practical sessions for small groups.
Projects for Local Schools
The Forestry Commission also runs a series of projects for local schools.
Self-led Visits
Schools and other groups are welcome to use the Forest of Dean for self-led visits. However, we do need to know when you are coming. This is so that we can advise you of any timber operations or other events which may affect your visit. There is a small charge for coach parking/drop-off at Beechenhurst for all self-led groups. Booking information.
To find out more about any of the Ranger-led education activities, or to book a self led visit please email the Community and Education Ranger
