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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2024 National Forest Walking Festival.

We had a record 1,372 participants who explored the trails, woodlands, towns and villages that make up our wonderful National Forest. A special thank you to the volunteers and organisations who organised and led 94 walks/events throughout the Festival, despite the somewhat inclement weather we experienced in May!

The 2025 Walking Festival will be held from Friday 16th to Monday 26th May, and we are theming it around inclusive walks/activities for all. We want to offer walks that as many people as possible can take part in. The programme will include a variety of walks that are suitable for a range of groups, including families and children, as well as those with long-term health conditions, mobility difficulties or sensory needs.

The brochure will be available for downloading in February 2025, with hard copies available from local outlets from March. We look forward to you joining us!

For the latest updates on walks and events in the National Forest and beyond, follow the National Forest Walking Festival Facebook page

We hope you join us in 2024, enjoy the walks, learn a bit about the Forest and feel inspired to go and explore the Forest further. We look forward to welcoming you.

Discover more

There’s no better way to fully immerse yourself in the National Forest than through a woodland experience. From Forest bathing and woodland crafts to action-packed adventures.

Stay in the Forest

Why not make the most of your visit with a stay in the National Forest? Surrounded by woodlands you’ll have the many trails, attractions and experiences right on your doorstep.