FAQ's

Q. What is Forest Holidays?

A. Forest Holidays is a joint venture Public/Private Partnership which came into being in May 2006. It is co-owned by The Forestry Commission and The Camping and Caravanning Club.  The company owns and operates three Cabin sites and twenty-one Camping and Caravanning sites on Forestry Commission land in some of the most stunning forest locations in Great Britain.  It holds 75-year leases on all these sites.

Q. What Does Forest Holidays Do?

A. Forest Holidays provides unique breaks for people who are looking for a less commercialised holiday. Forest Holidays' Cabin sites and Camping and Caravanning sites are located in Britain's stunning forests where the pace is unhurried and nature is literally on your doorstep.

Forest Holidays' provides great Cabin holidays where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the town and relax in your own Cabin in the woods. The perfect base from which to explore the local area, Cabins range from the practical Evergreen and Copper Beech to the home from home Silver Birch and luxurious Golden Oak, complete with hot tub. New for 2008, Forest Holidays have introduced Tree Houses as an extension to some Silver Birch and Golden Oak Cabins -  a truly unique escape.

Forest Holidays' Camping and Caravanning breaks are always holidays to remember. The sites are located in beautiful forests and are perfect for those wishing to explore the woodland on foot or bike, or those who wish to relax under the trees and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest.

Forest Holidays also offer Holidays to go. Pre-erected tents and pitched touring caravans are available for those who do not have their own equipment, and motorhomes are available to hire, with preferential rates at Forest Holidays sites, if you wish to explore further afield. 

Experiencing the unique environment of the forest is integral to Forest Holidays offering. Outdoor activities such as hill walking, fishing, bird watching, mountain biking, horse riding and skiing are available, depending which site you choose.

A Forest Holidays break offers you the chance to find out more about the wonders of nature, either on your own or with the help of a Forest Ranger.  Most of the year you can join in walks and other activities led by experienced and knowledgeable Forestry Commission Rangers who will help you discover the wealth of wildlife around you.  A  Forest Experience Card gives you discounts off Ranger Activities as well as pitches at Forest Holidays' Camping and Caravanning sites. 

If you prefer to explore on your own, you'll find forest drives and visitor centres, picnic sites, cycle routes, rivers and streams, dramatic mountains, deep valleys and peaceful forest glades, depending on which Forest Holidays site you choose.

Q. What are the Forest Holidays Mission Statement and Values?

A. At Forest Holidays, our Mission statement and Values are reflected  in the way that our business operates.

Q. Where are the Sites Located?

A. Forest Holiday sites are situated in places of outstanding natural beauty in Forestry Commission woodlands. Each site is unique however and presents a different aspect of the British countryside to guests. This ranges from Scottish
lochs to the high moors to deciduous woodlands. This awe-inspiring view of nature is integral to the Forest Holidays’ experience.

The Cabin sites are located near Liskeard in Cornwall (Deerpark), on the North York Moors (Keldy) and in Scotland’s Trossachs (Strathyre).

The Camping and Caravanning sites are located throughout the UK, with four sites in Scotland, one in Wales and 16 in England, of which 10 are within the New Forest.

Q. What are the development plans for Forest Holidays?

A. Forest Holidays has embarked on a 5 year £40 million investment programme to upgrade existing sites, introduce new products and develop new sites within Forestry Commission land. 

The second phase of the cabin investment programme is underway with the introduction of an upgraded range of cabins at all three sites.  For a totally unique holiday experience we have introduced new luxurious Tree Houses at each of our three cabin sites

The camping and caravanning investment programme has benefited Ardgartan, Ashurst, Cashel, Glenmore, Hollands Wood, Holmsley, Postern Hill, Roundhill and Setthorns with upgraded facilities to include brand new showers and toilet blocks.  Spiers House in North Yorkshire has been completely refurbished and now includes new hard standing and fully serviced pitches. 

Q. What are Forest Holidays ‘Green’ Credentials?

Forest Holidays is part owned by The Forestry Commission, the Government Department responsible for ensuring the nation’s forests provide sustainable timber, nature conservation and public recreation. The other co-owner is The Camping and Caravanning Club, which has a 100-year history of respect for the environment and has an active Countryside Care section. These facts guarantee Forest Holidays’ Green credentials are safeguarded for the future.