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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

Tea blending and tasting workshop with Miles Tea 

Ever wanted to know how tea is blended and what it takes to make the best cup of tea? This workshop by Miles Tea Company will take you through the basics of tea blending and brewing.

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on
2 Sep 2025
at
14:30 to 15:30

Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley 

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

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on
5 Sep to 3 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time

Lorna Doone Valley - Walking Week 

Visit the Lorna Doone Valley for a week of guided walks exploring the amazing and dramatic landscape of Exmoor.

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on
8 Sep to 14 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 6 other dates or times

Walking Week - Classic Doone Country Walk 

Join the North Devon Ramblers on a guided walk taking in the best that Exmoor has to offer. With spectacular scenery and great views this walk is worth the effort.

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on
8 Sep 2025
at
10:20 to 16:00