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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 number

Call 0344 249 1895

Accessibility

Accessible toilet is available on site, ground in the forest school area is uneven.

Meeting point

The Forest school is next to the main carpark, which is behind the Buttery Café. EX35 6NU

Suitability for children

Children are welcome.

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.

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

Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley 

Take part in a guided walk of the Doone Valley and discover the beauty of the Exmoor landscape.

Event summary

on
3 Jul to 2 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 13:00+ 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
5 Aug to 19 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 1 other date or time

Strawberry basket workshop 

Join local basket maker Jane and learn how to make a willow strawberry picking basket.

Event summary

on
17 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 14:00