The National Forest Walking Festival
The National Walking month falls during May, and this is one of the best times of the year to be outdoors in the National Forest. From the drama of spring blossom, the heady scent of bluebells carpeting ancient woods, and the chance to see wildlife in abundance are all wonderful for the mind and soul. Look out for the surprising range of wildlife in and around the Forest, and marvel at the geological stories beneath your feet. The National Forest have included many ‘wildlife’ themed walks in their programme this year to celebrate and learn about nature.
- Location
- Various Locations across England
- When
- Sat, 14th May 2022 - Thu, 26th May 2022
- Campaign
- National Walking Month
- Organised By
- The National Forest Company
The National Forest Walking Festival
Here are a few of the walks to look forward to this year:
Saturday 14th May - Billa Barra nature Nordic walk – an introduction to Nordic walking around an ecologically significant site (poles provided).
Sunday 15th May - Geological treasures of Shepshed – Discover some of the oldest rocks in England
Tuesday 17th May - Trent Valley Way – a guided nature walk along a section of the new long distance route. East Staffordshire.
Saturday 21st May - What lives in Scalpcliffe Woods? A guided nature walk around the only ancient woodland in Burton upon Trent.
Sunday 22nd May - Outwoods Art walk – a family friendly walk, foraging for natural materials to create a cyanotype print to take home.
Tuesday 24th May - Lunchbreak Forest Bathing taster – connect with nature during a guided mindful walk. Rosliston Forestry Centre.
Wednesday 25th May - Blooming Bluebells – a guided walk to enjoy the carpets of bluebells in the Serpentine Wood and National Nature Reserve at Calke Abbey.
Please check back to the event page using the link provided as The National Forest will be confirming more details soon.
