2020VISION in The National Forest
The stunning 2020VISION street gallery exhibition has arrived in Swadlincote, after months of planning. It is a privilege to have worked with all our partners to bring it here. South Derbyshire District Council, the National Trust at Calke Abbey and our local sponsor H K Wentworth Limited have all worked enthusiastically with us to make this most of this brilliant opportunity.
- Read more: Full News Article
Alistair McGowan Top of the Bill for Comedy Wood
Headline act comedian and actor Alistair McGowan planted the first tree in Comedy Wood, a new woodland in The National Forest, outside Ashby de la Zouch in Leicestershire, this week.
Dave's Leicester Comedy Festival has worked with the National Forest Company to raise funds to create this new woodland....
- Read more: Full Press Release
Alice Oswald's 'Memorial', war and the modernity of the rural
It's often implied, in our multi-riven country, that to live in a town or a city is 'modern' and to live elsewhere, isn't. Quite what's meant by this isn't always clear to me, but away from the urban, life is apparently traditional, a refuge from the hustle and bustle; it's not where innovation is expected to happen, that's for sure.
- Read more: Full Blog Post
Stoneywell
"A warren of twisting stairs and surprising angles" - BBC Antiques Roadshow's Lars Tharp talks about Stoneywell, the National Trust's new acquisition, here in The National Forest.
Read the latest newsletter and find out more about the Trust's plans for opening this unique Arts and Crafts 'adventure house'.
- Read more: Stoneywell Newsletter (PDF)
- Read more: Other News (PDF)
Press Releases
Monday, 3rd June 2013
Discounted advance National Forest Wood Fair tickets now available to purchase
Advance tickets are now on sale for the National Forest Wood Fair. With 20% discount on the gate prices, book in advance and get a fantastic family day out for just £20.
Monday, 29th April 2013
The National Forest Company Has Appointed a New Tourism Officer
The National Forest Company (NFC) has recently welcomed Richard Drakeley to its team.
Blog: Woodland Edge
My Journey into The National Forest
Just under two years ago my knowledge of The National Forest was a bit like my knowledge of today's technology ... I was aware of it but, whisper it, I wasn't that interested! Then, two things happened in a short space of time - we moved house and I was made redundant.
Tuesday, 26th February 2013
'You are here': The National Forest, National Parks and polar bears!
Last week we celebrated ten years of the National Forest & Beyond Partnership, the mechanism by which we and our local partners share a pot of money to promote The National Forest and the immediate area as a visitor destination.
Friday, 18th January 2013
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