Up and down the country there are many stunning forests offering great days out for the family. You can go for walks to absorb the magical atmospheres, build dens in your very own parts of the forests or even go for a family cycle ride. We have gathered together a selection we thought you might enjoy.
Hatfield Forest, Essex
Hatfield Forests is an old Royal Hunting Forest that you can explore using some of the many footpaths. In the forests there are ancient trees, some as old as 1,200 years, plus 3,500 species of wildlife.
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Lydford Gorge, Devon
On a walk through this stunning woodland you will see plenty of wildlife, plants, trees and also the deepest gorge in the south west of England. You can visit the dramatic White Lady Waterfall and the series of whirlpools known as the Devils Cauldron.
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Sherwood Pines Forest Park, Nottingham
This forest park is set within the great Sherwood Forest and has lots to offer families on a day out. There are cycling routes, mountain bike trails, great walks, play areas and even a Go Ape course.
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Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire
You can explore the fantastic Cannock Chase Forest starting from the Birches Valley Forest Centre where you will find bike trails, woodland walks, adventure play areas and a Go Ape Tree Top Adventure. The family can follow one of the easy walks around the beautiful forest where you can see all kinds of wildlife including deer.
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Glenmore Forest Park, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
Located in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park you will find forests that have centuries old trees, lochs, beaches and mountains. The Glenmore Visitor Centre is a great place to find out about the walks around the area.
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Hainault Forest, Greater London
This forest is a world away from the chaos in the centre of London. A beautifully quiet forest that you can explore by following one of the many footpaths or cycle routes.
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Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre, Dolgefeiliau, Wales
Explore the stunning Coed y Brenin Forest Park starting from the visitor centre which is the gateway to the park. The areas scenery is simply stunning with acres of trees and a river carving through the landscape. There are superb facilities at the visitor centre including mountain bike trails, a café, cycle shop, play area and an easy access trail.
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Dalby Forest, Yorkshire
On the southern slopes of the North York Moors National Park, Dalby Forest has lots to offer visitors. There are some super-fun adventure playgrounds, cycle paths and walks that you can enjoy.
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Delamere Forest, Cheshire
On the southern slopes of the North York Moors National Park, Dalby Forest has lots to offer visitors. There are some super-fun adventure playgrounds, cycle paths and walks that you can enjoy.
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Cwmcarn Forest, Abercarn, Caerphilly
This area was once heavily mined and now after being replanted has been transformed into peaceful woodland. You can take the scenic seven mile drive through the forests or take one of the many walks.
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Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire
On a visit to this stunning forest park and surrounding area you can see sparkling lochs, mountains and ancient wooden hills. There are a number of easy access walks that you can take or you can follow the Three Lochs Forest Drive.
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Puzzlewood, Forest of Dean
Puzzlewood is the perfect place for you and your family to get lost in. Make your way through the fourteen acre ancient woodland and discover yew trees, bridges, lookouts and twisted rocks. There’s also mazes and animals including donkeys, cattle, pygmy goats, ponies, pigs, ducks, lambs, rabbits and chickens.
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