Gifts for people who love the outdoors

Women pauses to look around the forest on her bike

Gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts

Gift ideas for those that love the great outdoors

Whether they prefer relaxing breaks in nature or battling the elements hiking forest trails, we’ve put together a selection of great gifts to help you treat the adventurer in your life.

Family of four cycle down a forest path

For the trailblazers

A Forestry England membership is the perfect gift for a year of amazing outdoor memories for a whole household!

With free parking at stunning forests around the country, the gift of membership could mean regular days out walking, running, cycling or just getting that digital detox together for the whole family for a whole year.

For the stylish adventurer

Our official merchandise range makes the perfect gift for the forest adventurer in your life. Better still, all of our products are printed in the UK using renewable energy and sent out in plastic-free packaging.

Choose from cosy jumpers, hoodies, T shirts, totes and more.

A family of three holding hands in the forest wearing Forestry England merchandise
An aerial view of the Forest Live stage at Thetford Forest
Lee Blanchflower

For the music lovers

There’s nothing else like giving the gift of live music! Buy a music lover a ticket to Forest Live so they can join us among the trees to hear the best live music, connect with nature and discover unique locations across the country.

With iconic performers like Sting and Nile Rodgers & CHIC already announced, Forest Live 2024 promises to be an unforgettable night out. With a printable gift card available, this one-off experience is the perfect gift for any music enthusiast!   

For the whole family

Share the best present of all, an adventure, with a Go Ape gift voucher.

Choose between thrilling high-ropes courses for all ages, Forest Segways, Nets Adventure, Axe Throwing and the sensational Zip Trekking experience. Or, gift cards are available from just £10.

Delivered straight to your inbox or posted with a gift envelope.

Girl on the Go Ape Treetop Adventure with harness
3 people hiking in winter

For the all weathers hiker

Don’t let the weather dictate your adventures, conquer the elements with Jack Wolfskin’s Highest Peak Waterproof.

Top-notch protection in the great outdoors, the Jack Wolfskin Highest Peak jacket is crafted with cutting-edge Texapore Ecosphere technology, ensuring you stay dry in the wettest conditions. With an athletic fit and made from recycled materials, this jacket is your ticket to comfort and performance.

For the long weekenders

Forest Holidays create authentic experiences in Britain’s amazing forests; connecting people, nature and local communities.

From romantic breaks for two and family holidays, to kayaking adventures they’ll never forget, a Forest Holidays getaway will have them feeling the magic of the forest from the moment they arrive.

Forest Holidays cabin in the forest on a sunny day
close up of a wildflower meadow

For the wildflower enthusiasts 

Give a gift with a difference to someone special in your life.  Each £10 donated will help Forestry England buy, plant and maintain new wildflower meadows in Buckinghamshire. 

These meadows will help to attract bees, butterflies, moths and birds, creating a rich and diverse environment. 

Receive a personalised thank you certificate in return for your donation. It can be printed for the perfect keepsake!

For keen young cyclists

Our Forest Rider packs are a great shout for little ones. With tips and tricks to hone cycling skills and a logbook to track progress, Forest Riders are challenged to complete five rides and see what they can find exploring the forest on two wheels. Packs are just £5, plus postage and packaging of £1.50. 

There is also the chance to solve a puzzle to win a fantastic prize that includes a £350 Halfords voucher, a family experience with Go Ape, Forestry England membership and more! 

A phone screen showing Forest Rider challenge
2 children in waterproofs in the forest

For little feet

Few things are more fun than splashing through puddles in your favourite pair of wellies.

Muddy Puddles design their wellies to handle even the wettest, muddiest of days with a reflective strip for high visibility on dark nights and winter walks.

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