Hamsterley Forest - Forestry England

28/09/2026

Autumn’s calling, how will you answer? 🍁



Crisp air, the crunch of leaves underfoot, and rich hues of red, orange and gold are waiting for you at Hamsterley Forest


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https://www.forestryengland.uk/hamsterley-forest

27/09/2026

The clocks are going back, the nights are getting darker... but the fun doesn't have to stop!

Interested? Bookings open soon.

27/09/2026

Are you ready for Gruffalo Granny storytime?

Join us at Hamsterley Forest this October 27th to hear Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's brand new story, with special appearances from The Gruffalo himself!

Come and join the fun

26/09/2026

Already completed at Hamsterley Forest?

Why not come back this Halloween and try our special new crossword activity 🎃

Pick up the new Halloween leaflet for just £1.50, or get it free with a £4 trail pack.

Look out for the magical cauldrons, solve the clues and complete a Halloween crossword as you explore the forest✨

Plan your Halloween Adventure 👇
https://www.forestryengland.uk/hamsterley-forest/room-on-the-broom

25/09/2026

Find your flow this weekend at Hamsterley Forest
Choose adrenaline on a bike ride or run or choose relaxation on a walk or wellbeing sauna / dip.

Saturday
Hamsterley Forest parkrun, sauna and dip with The Conscious Self, Hamsterley Disc Golf ( disc hire available from 10am), ROTB activity ( packs available from 10am)

Sunday
Disc Golf Hamsterley( discs available to hire from 10am), ROTB (activity packs available from 10am)
Hamsterley Forest Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk is open from 9am
Danny Hart's Descend Bike Park is open
Free parking for members, day rates apply otherwise https://www.forestryengland.uk/hamsterley-forest
Check out our 2026 on site Events and Activities:
https://www.facebook.com/HamsterleyForest/events
Ranger Recommendation : Disc Golf after 3pm .. its the quietest part of the day. Catch the last of the days sunshine.

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23/09/2026

August's Ranger Round Up Is Here! A busy month: Trail inspections, volunteers, flies, school holidays, repairs, big tubes....! 🥾🪚🪰🌲
(Delayed due to a busy end to the Summer, and Annual Leave for everyone...🌞🏝)

23/09/2026

Happy Autumn Equinox! The forest is shifting into its golden season and the trails are looking incredible. 🍂

With just 100 days to go until Christmas, it’s the perfect moment to get outside, breathe the fresh air, and make the most of these crisp, bright days.

See you under the changing canopy. 🌳🔥

23/09/2026

Autumn’s calling, how will you answer? 🍁

Watch the forest come to life with rich colours and soak up the best of the season at Hamsterley.

Experience autumn with Forestry England 👉 forestryeng.land/autumns-calling

20/09/2026

There's some spooky magic in the air at Hamsterley Forest this Halloween 🎃✨

Join Witch and her friends on a magical adventure to help find her missing hat, bow and wand 🪄

Pick up your £4 trail pack, which now includes a special Halloween crossword activity, look out for magical cauldrons, and see where the trail takes you.

Ready for a spellbinding adventure? 👇

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Hamsterley Forest. This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun. As you explore, help Witch find her lost hat, bow and wand, and collect the special ingre...