Forest Ranger adventures

  • Guided Woodland Walk

    Guided Woodland Walk

    Suitable for families, groups and couples

    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.

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    Kids searching for bugs in the forest

    Mini Forest Rangers

    Suitable for families and 5-11 year olds

    Become a mini bird detective! Spread your wings and get ready to discover the world of bird spotting and migration. Through exciting games, crafts and immersive activities – put our feathered friends into the spotlight with help from your Forest Ranger.

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    A forest ranger and children on an activity in the forest

    Little Wild Ones

    Suitable for families and pre-schoolers

    When imaginations run wild, a love for nature begins to grow. And there’s no better playground than the forest! Your Forest Ranger will guide your tiny explorers through woodland activities and imaginative play – bringing stories to life as they find their first Forest Feeling.

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    Forest Survival

    Forest Survival

    Suitable for families, groups and couples

    It’s the simple things in life — like how to light a fire and build a woodland shelter. Learn it all with your Forest Ranger, then it’s time to relax around the campfire, toast some marshmallows and enjoy a well-deserved cuppa from freshly foraged herbs.

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    Nature by Night

    Nature by Night

    Available September to March, suitable for all

    Evenings in the forest just got even more extraordinary. Join a guided walk as you uncover the world of biofluorescence, using UV light to unveil a whole new world of wonders.

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What's on in the forest

Canoe the River Tweed. Climb local quarries. Take aim with archery or dive right in with a gorge walk. Embrace epic adventures close to the forest and experience the best of the Borders with our trusted partner, Biggar Adventure.
 
Choose from...
  • Canoe St Mary’s Loch (30 mins from Peebles) | £42.40 per person
  • Canoe River Tweed | from £47.50 per person
  • Canoe River Clyde | from £47.50 per person
  • Climbing & Abseil Blackford Quarry, Edinburgh | from £47.70 per person
  • Climbing Peebles | from £47.70 per person
  • Archery | from £37.70 per person
  • Raft Building | from £42.50 per person
  • Gorge walking | from £42.50 per person
Book directly with Biggar Adventure on their website.
Unwind with a spa experience like no other, surrounded by the forest and a natural soundtrack outside. Switch off with soothing treatments designed for couples' time, group relaxation, or simply some time just for you.
 
You'll need to pre-book our in-cabin spa treatments to make sure we can get everything in place for your stay.
 
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Forest Spa

No bike? No problem

Explore the trails of Glentress Forest with Hardtail Mountain Bikes from £35 or upgrade to a Trail E-bike from £80, all available to hire through our off-site third-party suppliers - Glentress Bike Hire.

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Bike hire
Get hands-on in the forest with this brand-new, self-led Forest Nature Trail.
 
Explore the incredible wildlife around you, get stuck into activities and learn amazing things about nature.
 
Use your discovery pack and follow our five stepping stones to nature while you get to know your forest friends. See, hear and touch nature all around you... and have an incredible adventure in the forest.
 
Pre-book your pack
Elvis Owl Nature Trail
Come along to our Forest Quiz every Wednesday and Saturday! Grab a drink, choose your team name and put your knowledge to the test for a chance to win. It’s free and everyone’s welcome - with special rounds for kids! Join us in the Forest Retreat from 5pm.
 
 
Good to know...
You can reserve a table for the quiz by booking in for dinner at the Forest Retreat. Pre-order our Quiz Night specials in my account, or speak to our team while you're here.
Quiz nights
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 the same day.
 
Small Bisque - foam or paint | £6.95
Medium Bisque - foam or paint | £10.95
Large Bisque - foam or paint | £13.95
 
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Pottery painting

On rainy days, look out for TV messages for any indoor activities we're running. We also have plenty of board games in the Forest Retreat so why not pop in, pick up a game and grab a drink.
 
Build a Forest Friend
Looking for something to keep little hands busy indoors?
Head to the Forest Retreat, where mini explorers can build their own Forest Friend to join them on their adventures when they’re back outside. You can pre-book yours so they’re ready and waiting for when you arrive.

Rainy days