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Events

Have a go at archery

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Come and release your inner Robin Hood with our ‘Have a go at Archery’ family and adult session.

October 2023

Teenage boy and girls and walking through native broad leaf woodland - Shutterstock.
Young Foresters
Saturday 07 October, 2023 - 10:00 - 12:30

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 Heart of England Forest, Spernal, Nr. Studley 

Tickets: £5
An aerial view of Alne Wood
Guided Walk - Discovering Ancient Alne Wood
Saturday 7 October, 10:00 - 12:00

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting landscape of Alne Wood. Join us for an exclusive guided walk that will immerse you in the captivating history, thriving biodiversity, and sustainable forestry practices of this ancient woodland gem.

Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs on leads are welcome.

£5 plus fees
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Mini Foresters
Saturday 07 October, 2023 - 14:00 - 16:00

Our regular club for families with children aged 4-11. Every month sees a new adventure for the mini foresters as they learn about wildlife, try a bit of bushcraft, get creative with craft activities and learn how to help the wildlife in the forest.

The Heart of England Forest, B49 6JE

Tickets: £5 per family
Volunteer, Leon is walking through woodland with sunglasses on, he is carrying tree guards
Introduction to volunteering with the Heart of England Forest
Wednesday 11 Oct, 18:30 - 19.15

If you are interested in volunteering with the Heart of England Forest, helping us establish and protect a huge new forest for the environment, people and wildlife – why not join us to find out more.

Free
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Guided Walk - Conservation Grazing in the Forest
Saturday 14 October, 10am - 12pm

Join biodiversity team member Emma on this walk, introducing you to conservation grazing, around the Netherstead wetland area. Learn what it is, why it’s important, including the furry team members we have, and how they can help our local wildlife species flourish.

Please note that children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. This event is not suitable for dogs.

£5 plus fees
A selection of hand carved wooden spoons lay on the grass
Spoon making workshop
Sunday 15 October, 2023 - 10:00 - 16:00
Instructor Craig Wood, an experienced and talented green woodworker, will cover everything to get you started carving wonderful spoons.

All workshop materials and tea/coffee/biscuits are included in the price.
 

Tickets: £101.29
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Ceramics Full-day taster
Saturday 21 October, 2023 - 10:00 - 16:00
Learn to make a piece of pottery inspired by the Forest flora and fauna. Ideas include wall hangings, bowls and vases.

All workshop materials and tea/coffee/biscuits are included in the price.
 

Tickets: £133.09
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Wild Autumn WildTribe
Tuesday 31 October, 8:30am - 5:30pm

The holiday club for children who love to be active outdoors.

WildTribe takes place in the Forest with activities as wide ranging as bush-craft, art, craft, wildlife tracking and outdoor cooking. The club will suit any child who loves being outdoors, learning about nature and having fun in the woods. Sessions will be about meeting old friends and making new ones and will usually include a fire, den building and woodland skills.

£30 plus fees

November 2023

A small campfire with large logs lay around it
Wild Autumn WildTribe
Tuesday 31 October, 8:30am - 5:30pm

The holiday club for children who love to be active outdoors.

WildTribe takes place in the Forest with activities as wide ranging as bush-craft, art, craft, wildlife tracking and outdoor cooking. The club will suit any child who loves being outdoors, learning about nature and having fun in the woods. Sessions will be about meeting old friends and making new ones and will usually include a fire, den building and woodland skills.

£30 plus fees
Teenage boy and girls and walking through native broad leaf woodland - Shutterstock.
Young Foresters
Saturday 04 November, 2023 - 10:00 - 12:30

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 Heart of England Forest, Spernal, Nr. Studley 

Tickets: £5