School visits to Delamere Forest

Delamere Forest is a shady oasis in the midst of the agricultural landscape of the Cheshire Plain. It offers fantastic learning opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.

A classroom with no walls

The living, breathing forest is a versatile learning space, with room to think and space to explore. 

Plan your own sensory exploration or book a guided visit to enjoy wildlife and habitat spotting with younger children. Older children can see how ecosystems work, undertake field studies or explore the science behind the forest lifecycle.  

Learning in a forest is also a practical way to immerse your class in a range of subjects. Spark students' imagination by delivering a lesson on any topic, using the setting as inspiration.

Discover sustainable forest management in action

At Forestry England we grow, shape and care for forests, managing landscapes for people, wildlife and timber production. At Delamere Forest, you'll see what sustainable forest management is, and why it's so important, through hands-on activities.

Booking

Plan your perfect visit by choosing from the range of guided or self-guided activities listed below. Mix and match based on your preferences or get in touch and we can help organise your day.

All groups must be booked in advance so that we can help you make the most of your trip.

For guided visits please contact our learning partner, Venturewood, by emailing delamereforest@venturewood.org.uk

For self-led activities please contact the local learning team by emailing delamere@forestryengland.uk at least two weeks before you plan to visit.