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Events
A group of Young Foresters cutting tree branches together at Middle Spernal

Young Foresters - Middle Spernal

Saturday 1st March, 10:00 - 12:30

Young Foresters is a volunteering and adventure club for 12-18-year-olds to explore the outdoors, improve health, forge new friendships, and gain valuable work experience. It also supports Duke of Edinburgh Award requirements. Activities include bushcraft, outdoor cooking, natural crafts, and forestry and conservation tasks. The young people attend independently, supported by our experienced staff. Based over two unique sites, this group offers exciting spaces for learning and adventure.

£6

February 2025

The statue of Felix Dennis along the Founder's Walk

Guided Walk: Your Forest and its Founder - The Heart of England Forest

Saturday 22nd February, 10:00 - 12:30

Join us on a winter walking tour of the woodland around the former home of our founder, Felix Dennis, led by Public Engagement team member and former assistant to Felix, Toby. On this gentle walk and talk you'll learn about Felix’s background, what brought him to Dorsington, and when his love affair with trees started. This 2.5mile walk includes the first woodland planted by Felix, The Arboretum he created, and Dorsington Wood where he is buried.

£12 plus fees
A Young Forester whittling a stick at Gorcott Hill

Young Foresters - Gorcott Hill

Saturday 22nd February, 10:00 - 12:30

Young Foresters is a volunteering and adventure club for 12-18-year-olds to explore the outdoors, improve health, forge new friendships, and gain valuable work experience. It also supports Duke of Edinburgh Award requirements. Activities include bushcraft, outdoor cooking, natural crafts, and forestry and conservation tasks. The young people attend independently, supported by our experienced staff. Based over two unique sites, this group offers exciting spaces for learning and adventure.

£6
A Mini Forester having fun in a den at Gorcott Hill

Mini Foresters - Gorcott Hill

Saturday 22nd February, 14:00 - 16:00

Mini Foresters is a monthly club where children aged 4-11 can enjoy seasonal activities in the Forest with their families. Join us for den building, arts and crafts, tool use, bushcraft, wildlife exploration, marshmallow toasting, and more. This club runs on the first Saturday of every month, all year round, over two unique woodland sites offering exciting and beautiful spaces for families to explore.

£3