An interactive family trail packed with themed activities, forest facts and hands-on fun. Help Witch find her lost hat, bow and wand, and collect the special ingredients she needs to complete her spell, but watch out for Dragon along the way! Once you’ve finished the trail, snap a photo with Witch and her animal friends […]
Is it possible to talk to a woodpecker? This gentle day invites families to sit quietly among the trees, map the sounds of woodland wildlife and sharpen listening skills.
Scottish pop-rock band who formed in Glasgow in 1985, known for their melodic sound, heartfelt lyrics, and soulful blend of rock and pop influences perform as part of Forest live 2026.
Originally formed by Ali Campbell and his group of friends from diverse ethnic backgrounds in 1978, the band became known for socially aware lyrics and laid-back reggae rhythms; part of the Forest live 2026 program.
Rick Astley’s career began in 1987, an unlikely global phenomenon with the success of ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ which established him as an international chart-topping, BRIT Award winning global star. Performing as part of Forest live 2026.
Performing as part of Forest live 2026, Richard was special guest to Oasis and his recent singles have generated great anticipation ahead of the release of his new album ‘Lovin You’. He is also performing an arena headline tour.
Uncover the secret lives of trees by learning to read their signs. Look at tree rings from different trees to see what this shows us about how they have lived – revealing the past environmental conditions they lived in such as droughts and fires. Create your own tree ring of life, and have a go at […]
Enjoy a memorable cinema in the surroundings of the arboretum on a giant outdoor screen. Pack a picnic, bring blankets or camping chairs; hot food, snacks, and drinks will be available on-site. 31 July Dirty Dancing (7:30pm); 1 August Encanto sing-a-long (1:30pm) and EPIC Elvis Presley in Concert (7:30pm); 2 August Room on the Broom […]
Days of playful exploration, connecting with trees through sound creativity.
Outdoor wellbeing walks with gentle yoga, designed for families to unwind together beneath the trees. Pre book to avoid disappointment on the day. Wellbeing walks will run at allocated timeslots throughout the day, with sessions suitable for different ages.
An informative discovery day about free-living honeybees and their lives led by members of the Natural Beekeeping Trust. Step into the observation hide to watch bees at work, try bee puzzles and challenges to enter the prize draw, and create bee crafts to take home. Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Make a variety of instruments from woodland materials, including a frog stick, rain maker and seed shaker, then try the sound challenges using your instruments, creating a soundtrack as frog goes on a woodland adventure. Suitable for ages 4+ years.
Guided walks that venture off the beaten path, encouraging families to explore the arboretum through smell, touch, sound and sight. Sessions run 10.30am–12pm and 1.30–3pm.
