Guided Walk - Gorcott Hill: Biodiversity & Bats
Join Gorcott Biodiversity Officer Tasha on an evening walk and hear about wildlife surveys we have undertaken, learn what flora and fauna we have found of particular interest, find out why it was awarded Local Wildlife Site status and see how we manage this important woodland, wetland and adjacent grassland habitat.
May 2024
Join Gorcott Biodiversity Officer Tasha on an evening walk and hear about wildlife surveys we have undertaken, learn what flora and fauna we have found of particular interest, find out why it was awarded Local Wildlife Site status and see how we manage this important woodland, wetland and adjacent grassland habitat.
Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. This event is not suitable for dogs and places are limited.
Young Foresters is a volunteering and adventure club for young people aged 12-18. Our Young Foresters have many adventures in the Forest as well as taking part in a number of forestry and conservation tasks: take action to combat climate change, benefit from spending time outdoors, improve your physical and mental health, forge new friendships and gain valuable work experience.
The young people attend independently supported by our experienced staff.
Mini Foresters is our monthly club for families with children between the ages 4-11 where children can enjoy activities in one of out wonderful woodland spaces. Each month the activities will change and reflect the seasons, the flora and fauna and the history and geography of the area. Come and join us for fires, dens, tool use, bushcraft skills, wildlife and the odd toasted marshmallow.
Our entry ticket includes up to five people, at least one of whom is an adult responsible for the group. We only have a limited number of tickets available as we want to ensure everyone has the best experience of the Forest.
Join Rachel on this full day workshop to create a fabulous willow hare for your garden or home, suitable for beginners but a degree of hand strength is required. You will learn different techniques to help to sculpt your very own willow hare! Everything you need including materials will be provided.
All workshop materials and tea/coffee/biscuits are included in the price.
If you are interested in what you can cook on the garden fire pit or how to make tasty treats on a spirit camping stove, this workshop could be for you.
This workshop is designed for beginners, rather than bushcraft experts. It is suitable for adults and older children (who must be accompanied). No dogs please.
Spend a relaxing morning learning to create a wreath inspired by the month of May and all its beautiful blooms. In a small, friendly, group environment, you will learn techniques, to create a willow wreath decorated with spring foliage. The workshop will start with a relaxing mindful walk in our beautiful Forest to forage the materials for the wreaths, learning a little about the trees and plants we have in the Forest along the way. We will then return to base to use the foraged material to construct a spring wreath.
All materials are included in the price. Tea/coffee/biscuits will be provided, however, we also encourage you to bring your own packed lunch as this is full day workshop. At the end of the session, you will be able to take home your finished wreath. Suitable for adults aged 18+ only.
Set in landscaped gardens, the Garden of Heroes and Villains is home to more than 50 life-size, bronze statues of iconic figures.
Admission by pre-purchased tickets only. Dogs on short leads are welcome.
A volunteering and adventure club for young people aged 12-18. Our Young Foresters have many adventures in the Forest, as well as taking part in a number of forestry and conservation tasks. The club runs on the fourth Saturday of every month.
The Heart of England Forest site Gorcott Hill is a beautiful 62 acre site near Redditch. The site contains semi-natural woodland, hedgerows, grassland and ponds, as well as a vast array of wildlife.
Join us for a spring stroll around the woodland foraging for spring finds, before heading back to our outdoor centre to create some exciting delights using recipe card suggestions as a guide. Spring is a wonderful time for foraging with fresh green growth which is abundant this time of year for gathering edible shoots, leaves, herbs, and early flowers. Foraging may include elderflower, nettles and dandelion, however we cannot guarantee what we will find until the day as this all down to what Forest provides!
All materials are included in the price. This event is suitable for well-behaved dogs on a lead.
Mini Foresters is our monthly club in the Forest where children can enjoy activities in our wonderful woodland at Gorcott Hill . Each month the activities will change and reflect the seasons, the flora and fauna and the history and geography of the area. Come and join us for fires, dens, tool use, bushcraft skills, wildlife and the odd toasted marshmallow,
The group is intended for families with children between the ages 4-11 and runs on the last Saturday of every month all year round. Our entry ticket includes up to 5 people, at least one of whom is an adult responsible for the group.
