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Wednesday, 1st September 2010

New Site Key to Success of National Forest Wood Fair

A new site surrounded with trees and opening to a commanding view of the surrounding National Forest proved a perfect setting for the sixth National Forest Wood Fair on Bank Holiday Monday.

Thursday, 26th August 2010

From Royal Commission to Baby Bear at the National Forest Wood Fair

Mike Painter, wood carver extraordinaire, has taken on an unusual project for the National Forest Wood Fair, to be held on August Bank Holiday Monday.

Tuesday, 24th August 2010

Special Weekend Breaks for National Forest 10K Runners

Runners of the first ever National Forest 10K on Sunday September 19 can stay over during the race weekend ensuring they are fresh for the morning while enjoying a mini-break in this forest in the making.

Wednesday, 18th August 2010

William Morris Craft Fellows to House the Three Bears at the National Forest Wood Fair

Fellows of an ancient society set up to promote traditional construction skills have been honing their skills on green oak timber from The National Forest.

Tuesday, 3rd August 2010

BBC Countryfile Film in the Forest

Crews from BBC Countryfile spent two days filming in The National Forest last week for a programme that will be aired on 8 August.

Tuesday, 3rd August 2010

Talking Trees at The National Forest Wood Fair

The programme for this year's Talks Tent at the National Forest Wood Fair has just been announced. With a theme of looking after the landscape and the trees, it promises to add a new dimension to this popular event held at Beacon Hill Country Park on Bank Holiday Monday 30 August.

Wednesday, 14th July 2010

Sign up for the First Ever National Forest 10K Run in The National Forest

The first ever National Forest 10K will set off from Conkers on Sunday September 19. There will also be a mile-long fun run around the trails in Conkers grounds for children and families.

Wednesday, 7th July 2010

The National Forest Wood Fair: A Great Day Out at the End of the Summer

If you're looking for a great day out as the perfect end to the summer holidays, get along to the National Forest Wood Fair at Beacon Hill Country Park, Leicestershire, on August Bank Holiday Monday (30 August).

Wednesday, 30th June 2010

A Bumper Load of Summer Fun in The National Forest

Families searching for new ideas on where to take the children during the long summer break should head to The National Forest at the heart of the Midlands.

Wednesday, 16th June 2010

The National Forest Wood Fair - How Will You Get There?

The region's premier 'green' event - the National Forest Wood Fair - has just got greener!