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Forest school at Lorna Doone

Join our ranger team for a day of fun and building confidence in the outdoors while learning new skills.

  • Booking essential

Join Maia from the West Exmoor ranger team learning new skills like campfire cooking, woodworking, whittling and more.

Chose between a morning session (10am-12pm) or an afternoon session (1pm-3pm). £2 per session.

Children 7 & under must be supervised by an adult during the session. Normal parking charges apply (free parking for NT members) Tickets only need to be bought for children taking part in the forest school.

The Buttery Café (not national trust) is on site with hot food and drinks available to purchase.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £2.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895 The event may be cancelled due to high winds or poor weather.

Suitability

Children are welcome.

Meeting point

The Forest school is next to the main carpark, which is behind the Buttery Café. EX35 6NU

What to bring and wear

Children will need to dress for the weather and wear clothes that can get messy. Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a packed lunch.

Accessibility

Accessible toilet is available on site, ground in the forest school area is uneven.

Other

Children 7 & under must be supervised by an adult during the session. Normal parking charges apply, free for National Trust members. Tickets only need to be bought for children taking part in the forest school.

Upcoming events

Event

Easter egg hunt at Lorna Doone 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Lorna Doone on an Easter trail.

Event summary

on
15 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Lorna Doone family fun days 

Join us for a free family fun day this Easter between 11 am - 3 pm. From crafting to nature discovery, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Event summary

on
16 Apr 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
Event

Jim Crawford @ The Buttery 

Enjoy an evening of live blues music by musician Jim Crawford.

Event summary

on
19 Apr 2025
at
17:00 to 21:00
Event

Lorna Doone Valley - Big River Watch 

Help the team at Loran Doone Valley monitor the health of the famous Badgworthy Water by taking part in the Big River Watch.

Event summary

on
25 Apr to 1 May 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 6 other dates or times