Our cafe is closed for refurbishment, but we have a small range of refreshments available for you to enjoy from our double decker bus.

Visitor information

Welcome to Alice Holt Forest

Make it a day for everyone to remember with a walk at Alice Holt Forest, enjoy fresh woodland air and a warm drink in the cafe. We have lots of different trails and exciting play areas for you to discover, including our unique Gruffalo Sculptures, and other characters from the story - see who you can find in the deep, dark woods!

Set within 247 hectares of beautiful forest, if peace and quiet is what you're after, then try our Walking trails and Wellbeing trail. We also have an all-terrain mobility scooter available to hire for those with limited mobility. For adventures with your four legged friend, why not try Forest Walkies with Wallace & Gromit! For more exciting activities visit our Activity Centre with health and fitness activities. Bring your running gear and enjoy a peaceful run along our beautiful trails. If you fancy a thrilling adventure, try one of our Go Ape Treetop adventures – pre booking essential.

Love to cycle? We've got you covered with our Cycle Trails and our Forest Biking Cycle Hire. Bring your bike along or hire one and explore the forest with your family and friends. 

 

 

Digital illustration of Julia Donaldson's character Stick Man, running near a large tree.

Stick Man Trail at Alice Holt Forest

Set off with a hop and twirl as you join Stick Man on his forest adventure. The interactive family trail follows Stick Man on his journey as he tries to get back to the family tree.
Forest event
18 June, 9 July, 21 August, 10 September
6.30pm to 7.30pm
Alice Holt Forest

Wednesday 18 June, Wednesday 9 July, Thursday 21 August, Wednesday 10 September. 6.30pm to 7:30pm.

Enjoy the rare experience of an outdoor soundbath in nature. The sounds of the...

Forest event
24 July, 7 August, 21 August
10.30am to 12.00pm
Outside the cafe

Bug hunters wanted! 

Join us on a mini adventure through the forest as we go bug hunting with our rangers. Discover the fascinating world of these tiny creatures that call Alice...

Forest event
30 July, 28 August
10am to 3pm
Join us in the hub area

Free event

Slither, splash and leap your way into the wonderful world of amphibians and reptiles! Join the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Amphibian and Reptile Group for a fun filled...

Forest event
5 August
Sessions available: 10am, 11.15am, 1.30pm and 2.45pm
The classrooms

Calling all little dreamers and believers!

Do you remember the wonder of childhood – wandering through the woods searching for fairies and elves? Perhaps you looked for them beneath...

Alice Holt offers a wonderful opportunity for natural cycling. Check out our cycling trails and enjoy the fantastic scenery by bike, you will see ancient mighty oaks as well as...

Try the fun new activity everybody is talking about

Disc golf is a great way to spend time in the forest with friends and family. Whether you’re looking to try something new or have...

Join us and be one of the first to try our new, giant marble run.

With six different zones taking you on a 1 mile journey through the forest, the giant marble run gives children and...

Experience two hours of unique treetop fun with suspended nets, bouncing balls and tunnel slides back to the forest floor. Perfect for young adventurers, including 1 year and up...

Our history

Two people using a saw to cut the ends of timber logs

Our history

Discover the history of Alice Holt Forest and learn about how the forest has changed through time from its first inhabitants through to today.
Family following a map in the forest

Alice Holt Forest Walking and Cycling Trails Map

Whether you're looking for play and adventure or a bit of peace and quiet to observe wildlife, we've got a trail for you.
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