Festive and woodland adventures in Northamptonshire

Families are being invited to step into a magical winter adventure this Christmas, as Forestry England’s Fineshade Wood and Salcey Forest settings bring the much-loved story of Room on the Broom to life in the forest.

Room on the Broom Christmas trail | Forestry England

From 4 November, families can follow the Room on the Broom Christmas trail at Fineshade Wood and Salcey Forest, joining Witch and her friends for a festive adventure among the trees.

Inspired by the much-loved story by Dame Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the trail invites children to explore the forest and help Witch get ready for Christmas.

Along the way, young adventurers can use their magical reveal wands to find enchanted baubles hidden around the trail, helping Witch decorate her Christmas tree.

With interactive activities and familiar characters from the story to discover, there is plenty for families to enjoy together as they explore the winter woodland.

Families can also pick up a £4 Room on the Broom Christmas activity pack, available for purchase at participating forests.

The pack includes a festive activity leaflet, a special Room on the Broom keyring keepsake and a magic reveal lens, adding an extra bit of Christmas magic to the adventure.

The Christmas trail comes as Room on the Broom celebrates its 25th anniversary, giving families the chance to enjoy the much-loved story together while discovering the magic of the winter woodland.

The trail has been created by Forestry England in partnership with Magic Light Pictures.