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Discover The Founders Trail: Wildlife & Heritage Walk

Saturday 14th March, 09:00 - 12:00

Explore the history and wildlife of Dorothy’s Wood and Dorsington on a guided educational walk with our Forestry team. Following the Founders Trail, you’ll discover a mosaic of woodland, habitats, and landscapes shaped by the Forest’s founder. Learn about the area’s cultural heritage, its thriving species, and ongoing conservation work. Led by a Forestry team member, the walk offers insights into wildlife, woodland management, and the Forest’s legacy, with plenty of opportunities for questions. Ideal for nature and history enthusiasts, this informative walk reveals Dorsington’s natural and historical character in a unique, engaging way.

from £10 plus fees

May 2026

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EARLYBIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE

Garden of Heroes and Villains Fundraiser for the Heart of England Forest

Saturday 23rd May, 10:00 - 17:00

Earlybird offer - book before May 1st to receive 10% off the standard ticket price. Experience the Garden of Heroes & Villains, a private sculpture garden commissioned by our late Founder Felix Dennis, and meet some of history’s greats, immortalised in bronze. With activities on this open day for the whole family, including a yew hedge maze, poetry garden, woodland walks and a collection of over 50 stunning sculptures, it's a unique day out in the Heart of England Forest. Admission by pre-purchased tickets only. Dogs on short leads are welcome.

£14 plus fees

June 2026

The Lawrence of Arabia statue at the Gardens of Heroes and Villains
EARLYBIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE

Garden of Heroes and Villains Fundraiser for the Heart of England Forest

Saturday 27th June, 10:00 - 17:00

Earlybird offer - book before May 1st to receive 10% off the standard ticket price. Experience the Garden of Heroes & Villains, a private sculpture garden commissioned by our late Founder Felix Dennis, and meet some of history’s greats, immortalised in bronze. With activities on this open day for the whole family, including a yew hedge maze, poetry garden, woodland walks and a collection of over 50 stunning sculptures, it's a unique day out in the Heart of England Forest. Admission by pre-purchased tickets only. Dogs on short leads are welcome.

£14 plus fees

July 2026

The Beatles statue at the Garden of Heroes and Villains
EARLYBIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE

Garden of Heroes and Villains Fundraiser for the Heart of England Forest

Saturday 18th July, 10:00 - 17:00

Earlybird offer - book before May 1st to receive 10% off the standard ticket price. Experience the Garden of Heroes & Villains, a private sculpture garden commissioned by our late Founder Felix Dennis, and meet some of history’s greats, immortalised in bronze. With activities on this open day for the whole family, including a yew hedge maze, poetry garden, woodland walks and a collection of over 50 stunning sculptures, it's a unique day out in the Heart of England Forest. Admission by pre-purchased tickets only. Dogs on short leads are welcome.

£14 plus fees

August 2026

A group of attendees enjoying the Gardens of Heroes and Villains
EARLYBIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE

Garden of Heroes and Villains Fundraiser for the Heart of England Forest

Saturday 22nd August, 10:00 - 17:00

Earlybird offer - book before May 1st to receive 10% off the standard ticket price. Experience the Garden of Heroes & Villains, a private sculpture garden commissioned by our late Founder Felix Dennis, and meet some of history’s greats, immortalised in bronze. With activities on this open day for the whole family, including a yew hedge maze, poetry garden, woodland walks and a collection of over 50 stunning sculptures, it's a unique day out in the Heart of England Forest. Admission by pre-purchased tickets only. Dogs on short leads are welcome.

£14 plus fees