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Small dog on a forest trail
Walking trails and routes

Treat yourself and your four-legged friend to a forest visit and explore the woodlands on Blidworth's short dog loop.

This trail can be accessed from the Longdale Lane car park...

Dog looking into distance with ears up
Walking trails and routes

Can you and your dog tunnel, weave and balance your way along this fun trail?  

Bark in the Dark
Walking trails and routes

This unsurfaced trail is a short loop for dog walkers starting in the car park.

Lady walking dog on agility trail

Try your dog’s ability at activities such as fetching, weaving and jumping. This exciting challenge is a great way to keep you and your dog fit and healthy with lots of fun!

 

woodland trail in picturesque setting

With walking and cycling trails, outdoor play and picnic spots, West Walk is the ideal family day out. At 350 hectares, it is the largest remaining fragment of the ancient Forest...

Husky dogs running
Other active things to do

A private, non-profit membership organisation who work closely with Forestry England to allow access to Forestry England land by sled dog teams.

Please contact Cannock Chase Sled...

Walking family
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. 

Whiteley Pastures has a range of gravel paths for you to explore the...

Dog walking on field
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. Surfaced paths and bridges take you around the ponds, there are no...

a section of trail through a forest
Cycling & mountain biking

This classic cross-country MTB trail was first launched in 2005. The trail surface is very variable: expect loose stone, roots and mud. There are a lot more climbs compared to Perr...

People walking in the distance on bright sunny day in the forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some beautiful landscapes. There are no waymarked trails in Cann so you can create your own adventure along the forest...

Dogs enjoying a swim in the lake in the woods
Walking trails and routes

On this surfaced trail you will pass by young woodlands, a Treehouse Play Area and Henhurst Lake. Dogs must be kept on a lead in some parts. 

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking at Harling Woods is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Harling Woods has a range of public paths that are...

Westonbirt group
Walking trails and routes

Join our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers as they guide you through the Old Arboretum. Together you'll explore the best seasonal features of the Old Arboretum - and as the...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes, including some of Haldon Forest's special lowland heath. 

Explore the...

Walking family
Walking trails and routes

Walking at Hay Wood is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Hay Wood has a range of public paths that are ideal for...

Two ladies enjoying a dog walk at Jeskyns Community Woodland

Jeskyns is home to 360 acres of newly planted woodlands, meadows and orchards. With a good network of surfaced walking trails, children's play areas, café and even a dog activity...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking at Roughtor is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. Roughtor and the surrounding landscape are one of the best...

Family taking pictures in forest

Popular with local dog walkers, come and explore Laneskin Wood, perfect for a peaceful woodland walk. 

Wander the open paths and trails that run through the wood. 

 

Dog walking on field
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Stroll around the man-made gunpowder mill pond and see what wildlife you...

Woman walking dogs through woodland
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Man walking dog through autumnal forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Woman and dog looking out over field
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air. Explore the range of paths and tracks that run through the woodland.  

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Dogs at Westonbirt Arboretum

Find out more about bringing your dog to Westonbirt Arboretum

Woman and dog looking out over field
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

High Stand has a range of public footpaths for you to walk on. 

Group dog walking
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Wombwell Wood has a variety of open paths and trails for you to explore...

Dog walking in autumn among leaves
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Colliers Wood has a range of paths that run through the...

Dog walking in autumn among leaves
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Idless Woods has a range of paths that run through the...

Dog walking in autumn among leaves
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Lydford Forest has a variety of open paths and trails for you to explore...

Woman walking dog in the forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking in Chargot Wood is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Meander through the forest to find evidence of the area...

Woman walking dog through the windy paths in winter forest
Walking trails and routes

There’s an excellent network of paths, many all-ability accessible, providing you with a range of route options around the site.

 

A group of 4 adults and a dog, walking on a forest trail
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and experience all the wellbeing benefits of being out in nature.

Bourne Wood has a range of paths that run...

Man walking dog through autumnal forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Webb's Wood has a range of open paths that run through...