

BioBlitz 2025
Take part in the Forest's 5th annual BioBlitz and discover more about the wildlife and habitats of the Heart of England Forest. Learn how to help record and protect the wildlife on your doorstep in this 24-hour race against the clock to discover as many species as possible, creating a snapshot of the variety of wildlife that can be found in this Forest location. No previous surveying experience or species knowledge is required. We will be running several different focused sessions throughout the 24 hour period.
May 2025

WildTribe Holiday Club - Gorcott Hill
WildTribe is a holiday adventure for children aged 4-11 who love the outdoors. Activities include den building, bug hunting, campfire cooking, arts and crafts, bushcraft, and wildlife spotting. Sessions are led by experienced staff, who are specialists in supporting children with a range of needs. Sessions are run in two groups (ages 4-7 and 7-11), ensuring activities match abilities over two unique sites. WildTribe provides safe, fun, and memorable holiday experiences for children.

Young Foresters - Gorcott Hill
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.

Mini Foresters - Gorcott Hill
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.