Gruffalo Party Trail at Dalby

The Gruffalo Party Trail at Dalby Forest

The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday year and to celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a brand-new forest adventure.

What to expect

The interactive family trail features all sorts of party-themed activities and games, along with fun facts to teach you about life in the forest for the Gruffalo and other creatures.

Follow the trail to help find the missing party items to give the Gruffalo a birthday to remember. Search for balloons, pine cones, apples and the Gruffalo himself, and complete fun activities and rubbings as you go along.

Get the party started with a Gruffalo Party Trail pack

Pick up your pack for just £4 from our Visitor Centre information point, packed with fun things to do on your party adventure.

Inside you’ll find:

  • kraft bag to colour in
  • party headband to wear
  • party trail activity leaflet
  • stickers
  • pencil and crayon
  • keepsake sew-on Gruffalo Party patch

Share your party fun using the #GruffaloTrail hashtag.

Did you know?

The Gruffalo Party Trail can contribute to your child's learning with a Children's University passport stamp from completing the trail.

The Gruffalo © 1999 & TM Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Licensed by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.

Trail information

Dalby Forest, Dalby Forest Visitors Centre, Low Dalby, Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering, YO18 7LT
Opening hours
Get directions
Activity packs are available to purchase from the Visitor Centre for just £4.
Trail Length
2km (1 mile)
Accessibility
An easy and accessible route on level, surfaced ground. Suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Is this trail for you?
This trail is aimed at families with children aged 3-9, but can be enjoyed by all.