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Running

This is a beautiful route that passes through the Pinetum where you will run past lakes and a national collection of impressive conifers.

With a good solid surface underfoot and a...

Dodd Wood view towards Whinlatter forest
Walking trails and routes

Skill Beck provides water to the Old Sawmill tearoom and Mirehouse.

The trail climbs over 300 metres crossing the beck and following its course back to the car park. Excellent views...

Conifer tree tops
About

Dodd Wood occupies an area of 302 ha to the south east of Bassenthwaite Lake, 4km north of Keswick. It lies on the western flank of the Skiddaw mountain range and is wholly...

Hatchet Pond lake sunset

Hatchet Pond is the New Forest’s largest body of fresh water and home to some of the rarest wetland plants and freshwater animals long since lost from many other parts of the UK...

Sherwood Pines Running 5k
Running

Begin this circular route following the trail past Henhurst Lake, joining Jeskyns Orchard Loop. The trail is mainly surfaced track with approximately 200m on grass trails.

Along...

Landscape
News
29 April 2020

Forestry England’s North District has bought a significant area of land in Northumberland for a new woodland.

Mother and two children grinning while eating a picnic on a cluttered bench
Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at Sence Valley. Just bring along good food and company!

There are three picnic areas near to both car parks and also at a scenic point next to...

Kielder Forest and Water Park view through trees

This multi-user path offers visitors to Kielder Water & Forest Park a truly unique experience giving access to the most scenic parts of the lake shore and the opportunity to get up...

A man and a woman on zip wires through the trees
Go Ape Zip Trekking Adventure

Found only at Go Ape Grizedale, Zip Trekking Adventure is the UK’s longest network of zip wires and a haven for adventure lovers.

Soak in the views and experience the thrill of...

Beech tree leaves close up
Article
28 January 2020

You can contact local districts directly if you have a complaint, please use the contacts below. If you’d like to know how we deal with complaints, read our complaints procedure.

Running on a dog friendly trail
Running

This is a very scenic running loop sets off from the peaceful Staindale Lake via Crosscliff Viewpoint. It takes in Yondhead Rigg, Crosscliff and elements of the Jerry Noddle trail...

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Educational forest visits

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...

view over pond on Abbot's amble at Abbot's wood
Walking trails and routes

The Abbot's Amble is a partially surfaced route leading to the lake which was originally dug in medieval times by Monks who lived at Michelham Priory.

The trail takes visitors...

Three people walking along a forest track
Walking trails and routes

Formerly part of Lynford Hall estate, this area still retains features which reflect its parkland origins. The man made lakes were part of the gardens landscaped for the hall.

The...

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Local Forest Membership

Support the forest you love

Become a member of Dodd Wood in the northern Lake Districts for amazing views, fantastic walks and rare wildlife.

National Membership

Or if you’re someone...

Wych Lodge river backed by trees
Walking trails and routes

Wych Lodge boasts some of Somerset’s most stunning ancient oak trees. The forest road leads you to the iconic Herepath and a lakeside view with an extensive network of woodland...

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Walking trails and routes

A two and a half hour circular trail starting from the Guisborough Forest and Walkway Visitor Centre at Pinchinthorpe.

The walk includes a moderate steep climb and takes in...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
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.

Dymock Forest has a range of paths that run through the...

Bedgebury Pinetum bird firecrest

Viridor Wood is a great place for spotting wildlife, from birds and butterflies, to insects and plant life on the forest floor.

The range of habitats includes grasslands...

A individual sitting on a picnic table within bluebells
Picnics and barbecues

BBQs are not permitted at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest. Our bookable BBQs are closed. Please do not use your own disposable BBQ.

This is to help prevent forest fires. 

En...

Conifer tree tops

About

Parson’s Park is 37.8 ha in size and lies one kilometre to the east of Caldbeck village, just outside the northern boundary of the Lake District National Park. The land was...

Conifer tree tops

About

Cogra Moss is situated on the north western edge of the Lake District National Park around 2km east of the village of Lamplugh. The forest is freehold, purchased by the...

Trees at Beechenhurst
Article
11 December 2020

Terms and conditions for Membership survey, West District.

Conifer tree tops

About

Claife Forest occupies an area of 198 hectares on the prominent plateau of Claife Heights between Lake Windermere and Esthwaite Water. It lies entirely within the Lake...

group of ladies on mountain bikes in a forest
Event
Sunday 26 November
Start 11am
Whinlatter Forest

This is the ride for you if you would like to give mountain biking a go or are new to mountain biking and would like to ride at one of the Lake District trail centres.  Ride in a...

Conifer tree tops

About

Eggerslack Wood and Hampsfield Allotment are situated on Hampsfell, just to the north of Grange-over-Sands in Cumbria. Hampsfield Allotment lies within the Lake District...

Sence Valley lake

Located north-west of Leicester, discover Sence Valley’s history. Once part of a large coal mine that closed in 1996, Forestry England planted 98,000 trees in 1998, transforming...

Children playing in the woods
Educational forest visits

Situated 1,000ft above sea level, Whinlatter offers a fantastic range of curriculum linked activities for all ages within England's only mountain forest. Located in the northern...

Conifer tree tops

About

The woodlands of Linsty Green occupy an area of 63 hectares, and comprise several blocks, with the larger ones being known as Linsty Green, Great Hagg and Black Beck Mire...

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

With views of the lakes and mountains, the shelter of the trees and sculptures in the forest, there's a walk to enjoy for everyone here at Grizedale, no matter your experience or...

Conifer tree tops

About

Barrowfield forest is a 140 hectare holding that the Forestry Commission manages on the edge of the Lake District National Park. It is situated in the Lythe Valley near to...

small un-surfaced trail winding through dark autumnal trees to lake in the distance

With two nearby walking trails and a picnic area, Sidwood is at the heart of this delightful part of Kielder Forest, just two miles from the village of Greenhaugh.

Formerly part...