Self-guided visits to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Choose from a range of self-led activities

Plan your perfect visit by choosing from the range of self-guided activities below.

Mix and match based on your preferences or get in touch and we can help organise your day. 

Booking your self-guided visit

You must book ahead of your visit. Book now by emailing bedgebury@forestryengland.uk. We’ll be in touch via email with everything you need to know before your visit.

Use of the classroom and reserved undercover seating is not available for this option.

Self-led activities at Bedgebury

Three children in field with forest backdrop. One child is holding a stick.

Ranger in a Bag

Rent a hands-on activity bag, suitable for 4 — 11 year olds.
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Close up of an orienteering compass on top of a map

Orienteering

Test your class’s geography and navigation skills with an activity pack, best for KS3 upwards.
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child playing on play equipment

Play Trail

One mile adventurous play trail with eleven unique structures including a shipwreck.
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Boy counting tree rings on a very old tree that's been felled.

Children's University

Learning activities for children aged 5 — 14.
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Child looking at redwood needles autumn Bedgebury National Pinetum

Walking trails

Including our Pinetum trail, for all ages.
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Gruffalo Child

Gruffalo Sculptures

Work together to find characters from Julia Donaldson's fantastic story.
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