School visits to Grizedale

Uncover the secrets of Grizedale with your class

Grizedale, located in the heart of the Lake District, offers fantastic opportunities to inspire and excite learners 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 sensory exploration or wildlife and habitat spotting with younger children. Older children can see how ecosystems work, undertake field studies or explore the science behind the tree 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

We grow, shape and care for forests, managing landscapes for people, wildlife and timber production.

At Grizedale, you'll see what sustainable forest management is, and why it's so important, through hands-on activities.

How to visit Grizedale as a class

Boy looking into a bug pot
Everything you need to know to organise a class trip to Grizedale.
A group of children kneels on the grass with a uniformed ranger, looking at something is his hand.
Forestry England and our learning partner, Classrooms in the Forest, can deliver a range of inspiring educational experiences.
Go ape tree top junior Grizedale
Treetop adventures for Key Stage One and above.
Grizedale Yan visitor building
The Yan is a unique building in the heart of the woodland. Accommodating up to 60 children, it can be hired for your school visit.