Fun at Fineshade!

Fun at Fineshade!

Looking for the perfect half-term activity? Explore the natural wonders of Fineshade Wood with the children for a budget-friendly day out.


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Stick Man adventure trails

This half-term, families can have a magical woodland adventure with Stick Man, the beloved character from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's popular book. The specially designed activity trails, invite young explorers to help Stick Man find his way back to the family tree.

Along the route, children can enjoy nine interactive activity stations and six spotter panels, where they'll build with sticks, learn about forest wildlife, and discover the wonders of woodland birds and their nests. For just £4, families can buy an activity pack including materials to create their own Stick Man and a special passport to collect stamps during their forest adventure. The activity pack provides hours of entertainment, making it excellent value for money.

Cost: £4 per activity pack. Parking charges may apply.

Join Wallace and Gromit for the ultimate walkies

Crack crossword clues with Wallace and Gromit this half-term and be in with the chance of winning an amazing dog-friendly holiday. The Forest Walkies with Wallace & Gromit trail is packed with games and challenges designed for your family and your dog to tackle. Simply use the free OS Maps app to follow the route and discover a series of panels, each featuring a different dog-tastic activity and a crossword clue to solve.

Download the route on OS Maps before you leave and pick up your Forest Walkies with Wallace & Gromit pack before you set off. It’s filled with tips, activities, and more ideas to make your adventure unforgettable!

Cost: App: Free. £5 per Forest Walkies pack plus parking charges.

Camp under the stars

With the warmer weather, it’s time to gather your family, snuggle up in your sleeping bag, and enjoy the night sky. Extend your woodland adventure with an unforgettable night's stay as overnight motorhome and campervan parking is now available.

Cost: £14 per night.

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Play in the forest

Get the whole family involved this half term as you scramble, slide and swing your way around Fineshade Wood! From adventure zones to natural play in the wider forest, their amazing play areas are great for kids and adults alike to burn off some steam.

Forestry England believes every child should be able to play their way, which is why their brand-new play areas, Dormouse and Lizard are thoughtfully designed to welcome and integrate all abilities and needs.

Cost: Free, parking charges may apply.

Go on a family bike ride

Fineshade Wood is the perfect destination for a family cycle this half-term. Discover green spaces, dedicated cycling trails and beginner mountain bike routes perfect for starting your children on their cycling journey. So, grab your helmet and head out for a beautiful cycle ride.

Cost: Free, bike hire charges and parking charges may apply.

Gruffalo sculptures

Enjoy a fun family day out this half-term as you search for the characters from Julia Donaldson's classic story, The Gruffalo, in the deep dark wood.

Your children will love meeting Mouse, Owl, Fox, Snake and Squirrel as well as the Gruffalo and the Gruffalo's child!

Cost: Free, parking charges may apply.

Find a walking trail

Fineshade Wood is packed full of walking routes for you and your family to explore.  From spectacular hikes to quiet paths and short play trails for younger family members, you're never far from a great walk. Why not pack a picnic?

Cost: Free, parking charges may apply.

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