New Parents Walk-Plant a Tree in Ashclyst Forest
Join Killerton Area Ranger Griselda on a guided walk through Ashclyst Forest, where you'll have the chance to plant a tree for your little one along the route.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Join Killerton Area Ranger Griselda on a guided walk through Ashclyst Forest, where you'll have the chance to plant a tree for your little one along the route. The walk is designed for parents with very young children and babies. Suitable for baby carriers and off-road pushchairs.
From Forest Gate car park, the walk will follow the green route, along the bridleway, stop off for tree planting, then continue in a loop along the green route.
Approximately 2.5km/2 hours.
Some elevation and uneven ground. It can be muddy in places so is unsuitable for regular pushchairs and wheelchairs. Sturdy shoes recommended.
There will be baby changing facilities available at the tree planting site.
Well behaved dogs welcome (will need to be on a lead during tree planting).
This walk is free of charge however booking is essential. A National Trust membership is not required to take part in this walk.
Parking is free in Ashclyst Forest. Park in Forest Gate car park-What3Words: refuse.hopping.schematic
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Distance: approximately 2.5km, allow 2 hours. Some elevation, gravel forestry tracks and unpaved paths. It can be muddy in places so is unsuitable for wheelchairs and regular pushchairs.
- Meeting point
Meet in Forest gate car park at Ashclyst Forest What3Words: refuse.hopping.schematic
- Suitability for children
The walks is for babies and young children.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear good walking boots or sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
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