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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

Festival of Blossom 

Join us at Lorna Doone to see our display of over 1000 crochet blossom made by volunteers and local craft groups and enjoy a self-led walk around the Lorna Doone Valley and the parish of Oare exploring the various natural blossoms.

Event summary

on
24 May to 30 Jun 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 37 other dates or times
Event

Crochet blossom workshop 

Learn the basic skills and techniques of crocheting and create your very own crochet blossom.

Event summary

on
27 May 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Lorna Doone family fun days 

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

Event summary

on
28 May to 29 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 4 other dates or times
Event

Clear Water Deep @ Buttery Café 

Join us for an evening of upbeat and soulful sounds from Clear Water Deep.

Event summary

on
30 May 2025
at
17:30 to 21:00