Young Foresters (11 - 18yrs)
Gorcott Hill Outdoor Education Centre
Would your teenager like to combat climate change, benefit from spending time outdoors, improve their physical and mental health, forge new friendships and gain valuable work experience? Young Foresters is a volunteering and adventure club for young people aged 12-18. Our Young Foresters have ma …moreny adventures in the Forest such as bushcraft, outdoor cooking, natural crafts and camps, as well as taking part in a number of forestry and conservation tasks. Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. Taking part in Young Foresters can count towards the volunteering requirement for the Duke of Edinburgh Award and give them the opportunity to practice skills they will use on their expedition. The young people attend independently, supported by our experienced staff. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| January | Sat 25th January 2025 - Sat 25th January 2025 |
| February | Sat 22nd February 2025 - Sat 22nd February 2025 |
| March | Sat 29th March 2025 - Sat 29th March 2025 |
| April | Sat 26th April 2025 - Sat 26th April 2025 |
| May | Sat 31st May 2025 - Sat 31st May 2025 |
| June | Sat 28th June 2025 - Sat 28th June 2025 |
| July | Sat 26th July 2025 - Sat 26th July 2025 |
| August | Sat 30th August 2025 - Sat 30th August 2025 |
| September | Sat 27th September 2025 - Sat 27th September 2025 |
| October | Sat 25th October 2025 - Sat 25th October 2025 |
| November | Sat 29th November 2025 - Sat 29th November 2025 |
WildTribe Holiday Club (4 - 11yrs)
Middle Spernal Farm
WildTribe is the perfect holiday adventure in the Forest for children aged 4 to 11 who love to have fun outdoors. If your child loves to explore nature or just loves the freedom of being outdoors, WildTribe is the perfect childcare solution for your family, running from 8.30am until 5.30pm, with ear …morely and late drop off options available to suit your diary. Example activities: • Den building • Bug hunting • Wild arts and crafts • Bushcraft • Campfire cooking • Wildlife spotting • Soft Archery • Outdoor games and sports Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. The staff leading sessions are experienced teachers and outdoor educators with full DBS clearance and qualified in paediatric first aid. We are also specialists in supporting children with a range of needs including Autism and ADHD and we encourage families to let us know as much as they can about the needs of their children so we can ensure they are safe and happy in the Forest. Many of our children come back to the Forest again and again so form lasting friendships. We run the sessions in 2 groups, one for younger children aged 4-7 and one for older children aged 7-11. The staff leading each group plan age appropriate activities and differentiate for the different skills and abilities of older and younger children. We offer Early drop off from 8:30am & Late pickup until 5:30pm at no extra charge. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| February Half Term | Tue 18th February 2025 - Thu 20th February 2025 |
| Easter - Week 1 | Tue 15th April 2025 - Thu 17th April 2025 |
| Easter - Week 2 | Tue 22nd April 2025 - Thu 24th April 2025 |
| May Half Term | Tue 27th May 2025 - Thu 29th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 1 | Tue 22nd July 2025 - Thu 24th July 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 2 | Tue 29th July 2025 - Thu 31st July 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 3 | Tue 5th August 2025 - Thu 7th August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 4 | Tue 12th August 2025 - Thu 14th August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 5 | Tue 19th August 2025 - Thu 21st August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 6 | Tue 26th August 2025 - Thu 28th August 2025 |
| October Half Term | Tue 28th October 2025 - Thu 30th October 2025 |
WildTribe Holiday Club (4 - 11yrs)
Gorcott Hill Outdoor Education Centre
WildTribe is the perfect holiday adventure in the Forest for children aged 4 to 11 who love to have fun outdoors. If your child loves to explore nature or just loves the freedom of being outdoors, WildTribe is the perfect childcare solution for your family, running from 8.30am until 5.30pm, with ear …morely and late drop off options available to suit your diary. Example activities: • Den building • Bug hunting • Wild arts and crafts • Bushcraft • Campfire cooking • Wildlife spotting • Soft Archery • Outdoor games and sports Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. The staff leading sessions are experienced teachers and outdoor educators with full DBS clearance and qualified in paediatric first aid. We are also specialists in supporting children with a range of needs including Autism and ADHD and we encourage families to let us know as much as they can about the needs of their children so we can ensure they are safe and happy in the Forest. Many of our children come back to the Forest again and again so form lasting friendships. We run the sessions in 2 groups, one for younger children aged 4-7 and one for older children aged 7-11. The staff leading each group plan age appropriate activities and differentiate for the different skills and abilities of older and younger children. We offer Early drop off from 8:30am & Late pickup until 5:30pm at no extra charge. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| February Half Term | Fri 21st February 2025 - Fri 21st February 2025 |
| Easter Holidays | Fri 25th April 2025 - Fri 25th April 2025 |
| May Half Term | Fri 30th May 2025 - Fri 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 1 | Fri 25th July 2025 - Fri 25th July 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 2 | Fri 1st August 2025 - Fri 1st August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 3 | Fri 8th August 2025 - Fri 8th August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 4 | Fri 15th August 2025 - Fri 15th August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 5 | Fri 22nd August 2025 - Fri 22nd August 2025 |
| Summer Holidays - Week 6 | Fri 29th August 2025 - Fri 29th August 2025 |
| October Half Term | Fri 31st October 2025 - Fri 31st October 2025 |
Mini Foresters (4 - 11yrs)
Gorcott Hill Outdoor Education Centre
Mini Foresters is our monthly club in the Forest where children can enjoy activities in one of our wonderful woodland spaces. Each month the activities will focus on what is happening in the Forest and will change with the seasons. Come and join us for fires, dens, arts and crafts, tool use, bushcra …moreft skills, wildlife, toasted marshmallows and more. Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. The group is intended for families with children between the ages 4-11 and runs on the first Saturday of every month all year round. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| February | Sat 22nd February 2025 - Sat 22nd February 2025 |
| March | Sat 29th March 2025 - Sat 29th March 2025 |
| April | Sat 26th April 2025 - Sat 26th April 2025 |
| May | Sat 31st May 2025 - Sat 31st May 2025 |
| June | Sat 28th June 2025 - Sat 28th June 2025 |
| July | Sat 26th July 2025 - Sat 26th July 2025 |
| August | Sat 30th August 2025 - Sat 30th August 2025 |
| September | Sat 27th September 2025 - Sat 27th September 2025 |
| October | Sat 25th October 2025 - Sat 25th October 2025 |
| November | Sat 29th November 2025 - Sat 29th November 2025 |
Young Foresters (11 - 18yrs)
Middle Spernal Farm
Would your teenager like to combat climate change, benefit from spending time outdoors, improve their physical and mental health, forge new friendships and gain valuable work experience? Young Foresters is a volunteering and adventure club for young people aged 12-18. Our Young Foresters have ma …moreny adventures in the Forest such as bushcraft, outdoor cooking, natural crafts and camps, as well as taking part in a number of forestry and conservation tasks. Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. Taking part in Young Foresters can count towards the volunteering requirement for the Duke of Edinburgh Award and give them the opportunity to practice skills they will use on their expedition. The young people attend independently, supported by our experienced staff. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| March | Sat 1st March 2025 - Sat 1st March 2025 |
| April | Sat 5th April 2025 - Sat 5th April 2025 |
| May | Sat 3rd May 2025 - Sat 3rd May 2025 |
| June | Sat 7th June 2025 - Sat 7th June 2025 |
| July | Sat 5th July 2025 - Sat 5th July 2025 |
| August | Sat 2nd August 2025 - Sat 2nd August 2025 |
| September | Sat 6th September 2025 - Sat 6th September 2025 |
| October | Sat 4th October 2025 - Sat 4th October 2025 |
| November | Sat 1st November 2025 - Sat 1st November 2025 |
| December | Sat 6th December 2025 - Sat 6th December 2025 |
Mini Foresters (4 - 11yrs)
Middle Spernal Farm
Mini Foresters is our monthly club in the Forest where children can enjoy activities in one of our wonderful woodland spaces. Each month the activities will focus on what is happening in the Forest and will change with the seasons. Come and join us for fires, dens, arts and crafts, tool use, bushcra …moreft skills, wildlife, toasted marshmallows and more. Please note: Bookings close 4 days before each session so book early to avoid disappointment. The group is intended for families with children between the ages 4-11 and runs on the first Saturday of every month all year round. less
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| March | Sat 1st March 2025 - Sat 1st March 2025 |
| April | Sat 5th April 2025 - Sat 5th April 2025 |
| May | Sat 3rd May 2025 - Sat 3rd May 2025 |
| June | Sat 7th June 2025 - Sat 7th June 2025 |
| July | Sat 5th July 2025 - Sat 5th July 2025 |
| August | Sat 2nd August 2025 - Sat 2nd August 2025 |
| September | Sat 6th September 2025 - Sat 6th September 2025 |
| October | Sat 4th October 2025 - Sat 4th October 2025 |
| November | Sat 1st November 2025 - Sat 1st November 2025 |
| December | Sat 6th December 2025 - Sat 6th December 2025 |
