Self-guided visits to Wyre 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.

Free introductory talks

Request a free introductory talk from a member of Forestry England staff to tell your class more about the forest, it's trees and wildlife. Please note that these talks must be booked in advance and are subject to staff availability.

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 wyre@forestryengland.uk at least two weeks before you plan to visit, and they'll get back to you with everything you need to do.

Self-led activities at Wyre Forest

A group of five school children in the forest, wearing high-vis vests and looking at a clipboard

Ranger in a Bag

Everything you need to become a Ranger at Wyre for the day, packed into a handy bag.

Hire your bag
Orienteering post within forest on summer day

Orienteering

Put your class' geography and navigation skills to the test. Wyre Forest has four courses available.

Wyre Forest's courses
Gruffalo's friend, Mouse sculpture in the forest

Gruffalo sculptures

Explore the forest and search for the carved sculptures. Suitable for all ages.

Search for the Gruffalo
Two children looking at a gruffalo orienteering marker post

Gruffalo orienteering

Perfect for younger children. Find 12 Gruffalo markers using a simple map.

More about the challenge
Two children in forest, one in coat and wellies is running over a dirt mound

Walking trails

Explore the forest on a way-marked route. The Woodpecker trail features seasonal learning panels.

Explore the trails
Child playing in a tunnel

Children's play area

Let your class burn off some steam on our adventurous play facilities.

Play at Wyre Forest