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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

Sir Alfred Munnings and the Exmoor School exhibition 

Sir Alfred Munnings and the Exmoor School exhibition is a captivating selling exhibition celebrating the artistic legacy of Exmoor’s landscape, featuring works by some of the most influential artists in the 20th century.

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on
2 Feb to 1 Mar 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 7 other dates or times
Event

Valentines Day Walk 

Discover the romantic settings of Lorna Doone with a loved one on a guided walk around the Lorna Doone Valley and beyond.

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on
14 Feb 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
Event

Pop-up Book Fair 

To celebrate World Book Day the Lorna Doone Valley will be hosting a one day book fair. With local authors, booksellers and literature themed activities and crafts.

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on
8 Mar 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
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Lorna Doone family fun days 

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

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on
9 Apr to 16 Apr 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time