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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

October 2025

A Young Forester using tools whilst crouched down by a tree log at Middle Spernal

Young Foresters - Middle Spernal

Saturday 4th October, 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 group of Mini Foresters exploring the Forest at Middle Spernal

Mini Foresters - Middle Spernal

Saturday 4th October, 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
A close-up of a woodlouse crawling through debris

The Secret Life of Woodlice - Online Workshop

Tuesday 7th October, 19:00 - 20:00

Woodlice play a crucial role in ecosystems as decomposers, breaking down decaying plant material and recycling nutrients back into the soil. Understanding woodlice ecology and identification is key to monitoring their numbers and protecting their habitats. Join Avery Hill, invertebrate enthusiast and Assistant Biodiversity Officer at the Heart of England Forest, as we explore the purpose and benefits of woodlice, their fascinating adaptations, and how to identify a few common species. By the end of this online session, you will have a deeper understanding of their anatomy, lifecycle, and key identification features.

Free
A stunning array of autumnal colour at The Arboretum

Autumn in the Heart of England Forest Arboretum - Guided Walk

Sunday 12th October, 10:00 - 12:30

Experience the magic of autumn’s vibrant beauty on a 2-hour guided walk with Forest Ranger Aaron through the Dorsington Arboretum and surrounding woodlands, where the trees are putting on their most spectacular display of the year. Along the way, you will discover seasonal wildlife, stunning landscapes, and learn about the ecological importance of trees. A perfect outing for photographers, families, and nature lovers to enjoy the forest’s breathtaking autumnal display.

£12 plus fees
A couple of Young Foresters toasting marshmallows at Gorcott Hill

Young Foresters - Gorcott Hill

Saturday 25th October, 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 being creative at Gorcott Hill

Mini Foresters - Gorcott Hill

Saturday 25th October, 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
A couple of children being walking through the woodland at Middle Spernal

WildTribe Holiday Club - Middle Spernal

Tuesday 28th October, 08:30 - 17:30

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.

£38.50
A couple of children being creative in the woodland at Middle Spernal

WildTribe Holiday Club - Middle Spernal

Thursday 30th October, 08:30 - 17:30

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.

£38.50
A collection of animal cards lay across a craft table at Gorcott Hill

WildTribe Holiday Club - Gorcott Hill

Friday 31st October, 08:30 - 17:30

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.

£38.50