Wyre Forest

Wyre Forest has a variety of trails linked to the Public Bridleway network. Take a ride past majestic old oaks, along forest tracks and narrow paths.

There are three waymarked horse-riding trails which allow over 12 miles of off-road riding, sections of which are shared use trails. The three numbered loops join in the middle of the forest, complementing and adding to the Public Bridleway network. Our trails are marked with white plaques, labelled “Horse Trail Loop 1, 2 or 3”.

No permit is needed to ride at Wyre Forest, however parking charges apply.

Riders can pay a daily rate to park at the Callow Hill public car park and ride into the forest. Alternatively, frequent riders at Wyre can purchase a yearly Membership which will offer unlimited horse box parking and access to the designated members' horse box parking area. Horse box parking is found in the far right of the car park. The access code for this can be gained by pressing the call point on the side of the café between the hours of 9am - 5pm and supplying your membership number. Please note however, that this area is also opened to the public at busy times.

The main access point to the trails for horse boxes/lorries is from the Callow Hill visitor centre, where there is a map of all the trails. Alternatively, riders can hack in via any of the public bridleways. 

There are no gates on the bridleway’s or waymarked horse trials within the forest, however if riding in via the bridleways there may be gates to pass through.

Please be aware that, as much of the forest is environmentally sensitive, horses should stay on waymarked horse trails and bridleways. Horses are not allowed in the vicinity of the visitor centre, the café, or on any other waymarked walking or running trails.

For more information on our facilities, opening times and contact details, please see our visitor information.

When running in Wyre Forest you’ll experience clean outdoor air to keep your body and brain happy, and a traffic-free environment with stunning and varied scenery.

1km running trail 

This trail is ideal for getting you started. An “out-and-back” that uses wide and hard-standing forest roads, this run is relatively flat and a great introduction to running in Wyre Forest.

2km running trail

This trail will get your legs and lungs working, with an incline at the start which then flattens off, before declining back to the finish. The trail is a mixture of forest roads and paths, sections of which can get muddy when wet.

3km running trail 

After the initial incline, this trail flattens out and takes you along forest paths which will get muddy when wet. You will then re-join the wider forest road network where you will soon see our arboretum to your right and then enter the ‘Valley of the Giants’ as you gradually descend to the finish.

5km running trail

This trail presents a challenge with steeper incline and decline gradients. Based on hard-standing forest roads and paths, this loop will take you furthest into the forest. As you pass Park Pool and start the climb uphill you will pass one of our SSSIs (Site of Special Scientific Interest) where, through the oak and beech trees, you may spot some deer.

Wyre and its surrounding woodlands are fantastic places to enjoy the fresh air and and have fun outdoors. There are three waymarked walking trails to explore.

Step away from your normal routine and try yoga in Wyre Forest. Join one of our expert instructors who each specialise in a different style of yoga. 

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Soul Space Yoga

Elizabeth is a Hatha trained Yoga Alliance Teacher and draws inspiration from Yin Yoga, Vinyaysa Yoga and Forest Yoga. Her class at Wyre Forest focusses on a deep connection to your mind and body, using the practices of breath work, movement and meditation to leave you feeling calm and connected. The class is adaptable to all abilities, offering freedom and multiple options to suit you.

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Wildlove Yoga

Victoria has a love for nature, adventure, creativity and is all about inspiring play! Self Care Sunday is a practice dedicated to bringing you back home to yourself. The perfect chance to reconnect back to your body and mind, while enjoying the most beautiful views while practicing. This session offers a combination of practices, and each month will offer a different theme and intention. www.wildloveyoga.com

Yoga with Sophie

Sophie offers classes from Vinyasa and Yin to Pre and Postnatal classes. She is also a breathwork facilitator, specialising in emotional health and nervous system regulation. In her classes, Sophie will share some of her tried and tested tools to help you regulate your own nervous system and kickstart your emotional wellness. Over time, moving the body and connecting with your breath, we can not only cultivate a sense of calmness, clarity and acceptance, but over time boost our resilience to stress, allowing us to be our best (& happiest) selves.

www.yogawithsophie.com

Yogabellies Worcestershire

Yogabellies Worcestershire specialise in helping all women through a Yoga journey from Pregnancy, childbirth, motherhood and beyond. The aim is to build a safe nurturing community where women can support each other and help build each other up. Instructors Danielle and Becky will help you find the right yoga class for your needs. 

www.worcestershirewellness.com