Forest Ranger adventures

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Forest Ranger activities

Once you’re settled into one of our cosy log cabins, now it’s time to meet your Forest Ranger! Each of our 13 stunning locations has one, and they can’t wait to meet you — just remember to pre-book Forest Ranger activities in your my account area so you don’t miss out.

An entire forest at your feet. Let us show you around...

Our Forest Rangers are experts in helping you have fun in the great outdoors. They’re bursting with passion for wildlife and know the forests like the back of their hand.

Forest Ranger activities are designed with the forest in mind, helping you experience the best of nature in each and every one of our locations. Our Forest Rangers have so many special talents - from survival skills and bushcraft to mindfulness and Forest Bathing.

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Activities on offer

There really is something for everyone

November - March 2026
Little Wild Ones
The forest is the perfect place for a story. Our friends at HarperCollins Children’s Books agree! This winter, they'll be introducing your Little Wild Ones to this magical story from bestselling author Nick Butterworth, about the much-loved Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends in One Snowy Night.

Dates: November 2025 - March 2026

Duration 60 minutes

Price £8 per child, one free adult place

Suitable for: Families and pre-schoolers (ages 2-4)

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Mini Forest Rangers
Become a mini bird detective! Through exciting games, crafts and immersive activities – we're putting our feathered friends into the spotlight with help from our Forest Rangers.

Spread your wings and get ready to discover the world of bird spotting and migration.

Dates: October 2025 - June 2026

Duration: 90 minutes

Suitable for: Families and aimed at 5 - 11 year olds.

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Nature by night
Get ready to uncover the secrets of the forest as you join your Forest Ranger for an adventure under the stars. Experience the forest in a whole new light as you witness the natural phenomenon of biofluorescence up close using UV technology. No matter the weather, you’ll spot some of our nocturnal wildlife in a truly unique and memorable way!

Dates: September 2025 - March 2026

Duration: 90 minutes

Regular torch required

Suitable for: Minimum age 10+, older families, groups and couples

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Guided Woodland Walk
With an entire forest waiting to be explored, it’s hard knowing where to start!

Join our Forest Rangers for a guided tour, taking in some unforgettable views whilst learning a thing or two about the wildlife who call our forests home.

Slow down, de-stress and let nature lead the way...

Duration: 90 minutes

Price: £12 per adult, £10 per child

Includes a free drink (selected drinks only)

Suitable for: Family, Groups, Couples

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Forest Survival
You’ll learn all sorts — like how to light a fire from scratch and how to build a woodland shelter. Then it’s time to relax around the campfire, toast some marshmallows and maybe even enjoy a much-deserved cuppa (brewed from your very own freshly foraged herbs) Because it’s the simple things in life.

Duration: 90 minutes

Available year round

Suitable for: ages 7+, Families, Groups, Couples

Please note: some locations require more walking during this activity, which may not be suitable for younger children. For further information, please contact the location team.

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Bookable on-site only
Forest Bathing Taster
Looking for a real wellbeing boost? You needn’t travel to Japan to feel the amazing benefits of Shinrin Yoku (or as we call it, Forest Bathing). From improved heart health to reduced anxiety, nature really is the best remedy. Exhale, unfurl, let the forest take the weight off. Then tie it all together with a woodland tea ceremony!

Locations: Blackwood Forest and Forest of Dean

Duration: 90 minutes

Price: Free of charge

Suitable for: Older families, groups and couples

Subject to availability

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What is Forest Feeling...?

“...It means appreciating the wildlife and habitats in the forest and the benefits that exist for the wildlife themselves and for guests.” Forest Ranger, Delamere Forest

“The feeling that we are part of the environment, not separate from it.” Forest Ranger, Forest of Dean

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