
Guided walks
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Events at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
- Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
Explore the world’s most complete collection of conifers and the wider forest with our programme of guided walks.
From expert-led monthly walks to relaxed wellbeing strolls and friendly introductory tours, our guided walks offer a great way to experience Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest at your own pace.
Bedgebury National Pinetum guided walks
Every month, you can join our knowledgeable Forestry England team to learn more about the world’s most complete collection of conifers, the stories behind the trees, and the role Bedgebury plays in conservation. From midsummer evening walks to curator-led tours, each walk explores a different theme, season, or area of the site.
Discovery tour
From May 2026, every second and fourth Tuesday and Saturday of each month.
New to Bedgebury? This relaxed, volunteer-led tour is a great place to start. Learn your way around the National Pinetum, meet some of its most remarkable trees, and begin exploring the wider forest.
Wellbeing walks
Every Wednesday at 10 am.
Slow down and enjoy time in nature on our wellbeing walks. Led by friendly volunteers, these relaxed strolls focus on fresh air, connection, and taking a moment for yourself in beautiful surroundings.
Walk, Talk, Explore
Every Thursday at 9.30am.
These relaxed walks are all about enjoying Bedgebury together. Walk, talk, and explore different routes through the Pinetum and wider forest while getting to know others along the way.
Essential information
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, TN17 2SJ
How long? Walks last between 1 hour and 1.5 hours.
How much? Wellbeing walks, Discovery tour and Walk, Talk, Explore are all free. The monthly Bedgebury National Pinetum guided walks are chargeable.
Do I need to book? Booking is recommended for all walks to avoid disappointment, apart from the Discovery tour, which is drop in.
Dogs allowed? No (except assistance dogs)
What to wear? Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for outdoor walking
Guided walks at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest are led by dedicated Forestry England staff and volunteers and may occasionally be subject to cancellation.
These walks are not suitable for private groups.
How much? Wellbeing walks, Discovery tour and Walk, Talk, Explore are all free. The monthly Bedgebury National Pinetum guided walks are chargeable.
Do I need to book? Booking is recommended for all walks to avoid disappointment, apart from the Discovery tour, which is drop in.
Dogs allowed? No (except assistance dogs)
What to wear? Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for outdoor walking
Guided walks at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest are led by dedicated Forestry England staff and volunteers and may occasionally be subject to cancellation.
These walks are not suitable for private groups.
