• Bushcraft Workshop – Nettle Cordage

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Nettles are amazing plants; no only do they provide us with the materials to make stinging nettle cordage, they’re also edible, full of nutrients and have medicinal properties. Did you know that nettles have been made to make everything from binding, necklaces cords, bracelets, hafting tools, nets, small baskets etc for more than 3000 years?...

    £18.00 – £22.00
  • Mini Explorers Nature Day

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join us for a morning of woodland adventures! We’ll be bug hunting, trail exploring, enjoying hands-on woodland activities and finishing with a well-earned hot chocolate around the firepit. Whether you’re a budding naturalist or just looking for fun-filled time together outdoors, pack a picnic and come make some wild memories in the forest! Minimum age:...

    £5.00 – £20.00
  • Hedgerow hand brush workshop – cancelled

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Sadly, this event will not be going ahead as planned. Why not join us for another event or workshop?

    £80.00 – £90.00
  • Walk and Talk – Bats

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join us in September to hunt for bats on a unique guided night walk through the arboretum.

    £10.00 – £14.00
  • Autumn Visitor Day

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Children go free! Join us in November for a self-guided walk through the tranquil Dell of Tortworth Arboretum. This month we’re celebrating the glorious colours of Autumn as the arboretum puts on a stunning display of red, orange and golden leaves. 

    Free – £15.00
  • Walk and Talk – Identifying mushrooms

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join our Collection Manager, Jake, for a few hours of happy rambling, learning about the mushrooms that grow right on our doorstep. 

    Get Tickets £18.00 – £22.00
  • Walk and Talk – Identifying mushrooms – pm

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join our Collection Manager, Jake, for a few hours of happy rambling, learning about the mushrooms that grow right on our doorstep. 

    Get Tickets £18.00 – £22.00
  • Womens One Day Bushcraft Day

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Designed and run by women for women, this one day bushcraft course aims to spark interest, instil confidence and foster new woodland and bushcraft skills. We'll cover firelighting, handling tools, outdoor cooking and other bushcraft techniques, all in a positive and encouraging environment. Step outside of your day-to-day lives and spend some time in a...

    Get Tickets £50.00 – £60.00 5 tickets left
  • Writing the Woodland: a creative day in the woods

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Join Meg, a Woodland Wellbeing Facilitator and performance poet, experimenting with words in a safe and inclusive woodland environment. Surrounded by ancient trees and birdsong, you will be gently guided through a series of exercises designed to spark your creativity and deepen your connection with the natural world. About the event The afternoon will unfold...

    Get Tickets £35.00 – £50.00
  • Wreath making workshop (morning)

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Imagine crafting your own beautiful winter wreath while nestled beside a crackling open fire, surrounded by the tranquillity of nature. In this special two-hour workshop, you’ll learn to weave a stunning wreath from sustainably grown, pre-soaked willow, guided step by step through the entire process. First, you’ll create a sturdy, reusable willow hoop—perfect for all seasons—before decorating it with an array of seasonal greenery and natural embellishments to make a truly bespoke piece.

    Get Tickets £45.00 – £55.00
  • Wreath making workshop (afternoon)

    Tortworth Forest Centre Tortworth Arboretum, Off Tortworth Road, Wotton Under Edge, South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

    Imagine crafting your own beautiful winter wreath while nestled beside a crackling open fire, surrounded by the tranquillity of nature. In this special two-hour workshop, you’ll learn to weave a stunning wreath from sustainably grown, pre-soaked willow, guided step by step through the entire process. First, you’ll create a sturdy, reusable willow hoop—perfect for all seasons—before decorating it with an array of seasonal greenery and natural embellishments to make a truly bespoke piece.

    Get Tickets £45.00 – £55.00