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Gruffalo Spotters
Follow clues and search for signs of the Gruffalo on our new interactive trail. Download The Gruffalo Spotter app before you visit.
Tree Explorer
Find out how to identify the trees around you and all about the life cycle of a forest with our Tree Explorer activities.
Get forest fit
Ditch the stuffy gym and get active in the the great outdoors this year. Go solo, or get the whole family together and take to the woods to shake off the Christmas slump.
Early Years Teacher’s Pack
Download our Early Years Teacher's Pack, a curriculum-linked resource of fun activities and ideas to aid outdoor learning in the forest.
Forest art works
Find out about art trails, exhibitions, events and sculptures in our forests. International showcase of environmental photography returns and artists announced for Jerwood Open Forest.
Dog Walking
Walking your dog is a great way to exercise and enjoy the great outdoors. With miles of paths to explore in our forests, there’s no need to leave your four-legged friend behind next time you’re planning a day out.
Discovery Pass
Discover the freedom of
the forest…
every day of the year…
Get free parking, discounts on events and much more with a Discovery Pass
Learning in the forest
Throughout England, the Forestry Commission offers a wide range of exciting learning activities. Led by experienced staff, the visits are designed to encourage exploration of woods and the life within them through safe, hands on activities.
Volunteer for your forests and woods
From mountain bike trail building to planting trees we have exciting volunteering opportunities across England.
Stay in the Forest
Stay in luxury cabins deep in the woods with Forest Holidays or try Camping in the Forest.
England's Woods and Forests are cared for by Forest Enterprise England, an agency of the Forestry Commission.
