Things to do at Blackwood Forest, Hampshire
Choose from our selection of extras and activities to create your perfect holiday
Explore Hampshire with a range of extras and activities
Choose from our selection of extras and activities to create your perfect holiday. Whether it’s the laid-back indulgence of an in-cabin spa treatment or a journey of discovery through the forest with the our Forest Ranger, make your holiday special.
Join us in the Forest Retreat for our Forest Quiz
Are forests your forte? Sports your special subject? Fancy yourself as a wildlife wizard… or pop master? Then come along to our Forest Quiz! Grab a drink, choose your team name and put your knowledge to the test for a chance to win. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday in the Forest Retreat from 5.30pm. It’s free and everyone’s welcome - with special rounds for kids!
Forest Ranger activities in Blackwood Forest
Spend some time with our resident Forest Rangers Alison and Anna and learn the secrets of the forest. You can also add a Forest School Den Kit to your booking and build a secret hiding place deep within Blackwood Forest.
Activities on offer:
Forest Survival | Wednesday and Saturday
Mini Forest Rangers | Saturday
Nature Tots | Tuesday and Sunday
Wildlife Wonders | Wednesday and Sunday
Nocturnal Adventure | Sept - May | Wednesday and Saturday PM
Log in to your account to pre-book ranger activities before your stay.
Foam Clay and Pottery Painting
Indoor activity for the whole family
Head to the Forest Retreat and discover your creative side. Choose from a selection of our favourite woodland animals and experiment with spongy foam clay or paint a masterpiece to take away that same day.
Log in to your account to pre-book.
Small Bisque - Foam or Paint | £6.95
Medium Bisque - Foam or Paint | £10.95
Large Bisque - Foam or Paint | £13.95
Save 10% on your Go Ape experience when you stay with us.
Take a trip with the whole tribe, packed full of adventure!
Look out for our emails with offers and activities to book before your stay – they'll include your unique discount code.
Wander our winter lights
Experience a one-of-a-kind mini trail at Blackwood Forest. Take a wintery walk through a small spot of flickering forest, alight with twinkling lights and woodland animals. Under the moonlit sky, there’s no better place to find your #ForestFeeling.
Then head back to your cabin and kick back with delicious drinks packages, tasty takeaways, and a movie marathon queued up.
Available: From 3 November 2023 - 29 February 2024.
The lights will be on over a couple of nights during each break. No booking is required - just ask at the Forest Retreat for the latest timings.
Easily add our amazing extras before your stay. Just log in to your account or call us on 03330 110 495.
Winter Warmers
Pre-book and save up to 15%
Top the Winter Lights with a tasty treat! Try our posh dog meal combo, hot waffles with ice cream and yummy hot chocolate specials.
End the evening with your mini-feast in the Forest Retreat, or grab and go for a meal under the stars.
Activities at Blackwood Forest
Fresh air and freedom
Outdoor activities
Explore the great outdoors
- Air rifle from £22pp
- Clay pigeon shooting from £55
- Archery from £22pp (Details)
- Outdoor escape game from £25pp
- Pedals & puzzles from £10
Hampshire activities
Go out and about in the local area
In-cabin spa treatments
Time together to just...be
- Relax & unwind treatments (1-5 hours) | from £125
- Time for two treatments (1-2 hours) | from £250
- Mummy to be spa treatments (2 hours) | from £190
- Pamper day (min 5 guests & 45 minutes) | from £325
Food & drink options
Self-catering made easy
Food options
All you need to ease into holiday mode
- Burger pack from £28.50
- Sparkling brunch from £58 (per couple)
- Champagne breakfast from £70
- Curry pack from £33.50
Drink options
The ultimate holiday treat
- Aperol spritz kit from £62
- Case of wine (6 bottles) from £63
- Draft beers kit from £80
- Cocktail experience from £25
- Wine selection (1 bottle) from £15
Hampers
Our most popular hampers
- The essentials collection from £98
- Groups bundle from £172
- Just for two bundle from £96
- Barbecue hamper from £31.50
Things to do at Blackwood Forest
Pre-book and personalise your stay
Put together your own break with our extras and activities. Whether it’s the convenience of cycle hire to save loading up your bikes or a relaxing reward such as movie night treats, you can bring together all the elements that make your holiday special to you.
Explore the Hampshire countryside on two wheels
Hampshire is perfect for a cycling holiday. with plenty of stopping off places for picnics or pub lunches. From routes around the cathedral city of Winchester to National Cycle Routes that take you down to the south coast.
Discover Hampshire on-foot
Hiking holiday? Explore the Hampshire countryside on riverside and forest walks; hike across the downs and stop off at quaint village pubs; climb hills and walk along chalkland ridges for fabulous views all the way down to the south coast.
Hampshire holidays at Blackwood Forest
Our location at Blackwood Forest offers spacious cabins with views of the Hampshire countryside. In this beautiful setting, rediscover your sense of calm, rekindle your love of adventure and learn about the natural world. Book your forest break today and escape to the great outdoors.
How to add extras to your booking
Don’t miss out. Log in to your account to browse extras and activities and pre-book before your stay. The best way to kickstart your holiday countdown (and get that Forest Feeling before you even arrive).
What is our Premium Wi-Fi & In-Cabin Entertainment Package?
Our In-Cabin Entertainment package is an optional upgrade, bringing premium features to the connected TV in your cabin. With In-Cabin Entertainment you'll have access to high speed Wi-Fi internet, unlimited movies, HD streaming and much more.
You can add In-Cabin Entertainment when booking your cabin, if you have an existing booking call us on 03330 110 495 or Login to My Account.