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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

Stars and sauna 

Enjoy and evening sauna under the stars in the beautiful surroundings of the Doone Valley.

Event summary

on
12 Oct to 30 Nov 2025
at
17:00 to 19:00
+ 14 other dates or times

Dark Skies Festival - Night Hike 

Take part in a hike through the Doone Valley after dark to discover some of the best stargazing spots.

Event summary

on
21 Oct to 30 Oct 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00
+ 3 other dates or times

Lorna Doone family fun days 

Join us for a free family fun day during the school holidays between 11 am - 3 pm. From crafting to nature discovery, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Event summary

on
29 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00

Fireside story telling 

Gather around the fire pit and listen to enchanting children's stories under the stars at Lorna Doone Valley.

Event summary

on
1 Nov 2025
at
17:30 to 18:30
+ 1 other date or time