WildTribe Holiday Club - Summer Holidays
WildTribe is a holiday adventure for children aged 5-11 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 5-7 and 7-11), ensuring activities match abilities. WildTribe provides safe, fun, and memorable holiday experiences for children.
December 2026
Christmas Wreath Making in the Heart of England Forest
Welcome the festive season with a creative Christmas Wreath Workshop in the Heart of England Forest. Join Outdoor Learning Officer Elly for a relaxed woodland experience where you’ll gather natural materials and learn to weave a willow base before decorating it with your foraged finds and extra seasonal touches. Set in beautiful surroundings, this hands‑on session offers a fun and inspiring way to craft your own unique wreath and enjoy the magic of the Forest in the run‑up to Christmas.
Mini Foresters Does Christmas!
Join us for a magical festive adventure in the Forest, full of Christmas cheer, creativity, and outdoor fun - perfect for little adventurers and their grown-ups. Get hands-on with nature as you create nature inspired Christmas crafts, follow a winter wildlife scavenger hunt, and gather around the crackling campfire for hot chocolate, toasted S’mores, and a cosy Christmas story under the trees.
Next Generation Young Foresters
Young Foresters is a free monthly club for 11 - 18 year olds who want to get hands-on in the Heart of England Forest. Whether you're already passionate about wildlife or just looking for something different to try, everyone is welcome.
Together, we'll explore woodlands, learn about the natural world,and take part in real conservation projects that help wildlife and tackle climate change.
Reading the Forest: Identifying Trees in Winter
Enjoy a beginner‑friendly winter tree identification experience in the Heart of England Forest. The session begins with a short indoor introduction to key features used in colder months, including buds, bark, twigs, and overall tree shape. You’ll then head out on a guided walk through the woodland at Middle Spernal to put your new skills into practice. As you explore young plantations and mature trees, you’ll learn how to recognise many broadleaf species without leaves, building confidence all year round.
Winter Solstice Sunset Stroll
As the winter sun sets, join us for a tranquil stroll through the Forest taking in the natural beauty of our west-facing viewpoint, perfect for capturing the final golden light of the year’s shortest day. Join us for a warming glass of mulled wine before heading out. After watching the sunset, we’ll return for festive refreshments and a hot drink at Middle Spernal Farm. The perfect way to unwind from the holiday hustle.
