Join our Education Team on the Ashdown Forest to explore ways we can be creative using the nature around us. We’ll explore woodland crafts using natural materials held in our forest school area.
Build your nature knowledge over the year and connect with the wild! Different topics and activities every session.
Suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years and they will need to accompanied by an adult.
Please come dressed to be outdoors whatever the weather in clothes you don't mind getting muddy and messy. Long sleeves, long trousers and sturdy shoes required throughout the year for both children and adults, as these will help protect from stings and scratches.
Buy a ticket for each child attending, accompanying adults are free. Parking is included - you will need to register your car on arrival by visiting the Visitor Centre.
Nature walks take place over uneven surfaces and may not be easily accessible for all. Please get in touch if you have any questions or advice.
This event is not suitable for dogs.
21 August Thursday Boats and Rafts
Design and make a tiny raft from sticks found on a walk. Add a sail decorated with leaf prints.
28 August Printing with Plants
Take a closer look at some of our special heathland plants. Use them to create prints with inks and paints. If the sun is out try making a sun print.
30 Oct Crafty Halloween Special
Gizzards, bones and fur – unlock the secrets of an owls feast!
Games and making Besom witches brooms - an old fashioned Halloween morning of apple bobbing and toffee apples as a treat!
