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

All self-led groups must be booked in advance so that we can help you make the most of your trip.

Please contact the local learning team by emailing whinlatter@forestryengland.uk and they'll get back to you with everything you need to do.

Self-led activities at Whinlatter

Butterfly with open wings resting on leaf

Forest Find

Record the wildlife you spot to help protect forest habitats.
How to take part
Gruffalo Child

Gruffalo sculptures

Suitable for all ages.
Search for the Gruffalo
Orienteering compass

Orienteering

Put your class' geography and navigation skills to the test at Whinlatter.
Whinlatter's routes
A close-up of two pairs of children's legs in the forest, one wearing pink wellington boots and the other blue trainers.

Walking trails

There are 10 trails to help you explore Whinlatter, including some perfect for children.
Explore the trails
A girl and a boy playing with a piece of outdoor play equipment

WildPlay trail

The play trail has nine zones to explore, including engineering challenges and climbing walls.
WildPlay at Whinlatter
A close-up of three children examining the trunk of a tree in the forest

Children's University

Explore the forest at Whinlatter and earn some stamps for your learning passport too.
More about Children's University