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Summer of Play

Are you ready for a day that has plenty of fun? Discover action-packed activities and outdoor adventures this summer at Hatfield Forest.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Self led, free activities for families available everyday throughout the summer. Visit the Hub in our lake area to collect a variety for traditional games such as croquet, boules, skittles, giant Jenga and connect4, along with many others. You can also collect your scavenger and spotter sheets to make a family walk even more exciting. Please view our display for lots of ideas of things to do during your visit. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages

Meeting point

Come to the Hub in the Lake Area.

What to bring and wear

Don't forget your sunhat or wellies, depending on what the weather is doing.

Upcoming events

Event

Yoga 

Start your day off with yoga in the peaceful surroundings of the Lake Area.

Event summary

on
2 Jul 2025
at
09:15 to 10:15
Event

Walk with Us 

Join us for an hour long, gentle walk around the enchanting Hatfield Forest. Running on alternate Wednesdays and Fridays, everyone is welcome on our walks for wellness.

Event summary

on
2 Jul to 24 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 12 other dates or times
Event

Forest Bathing 

Shinrin Yoku, or Forest Bathing, is the Japanese practice of spending time in a woodland environment to improve health and wellbeing through gentle activities that reawaken the senses and our connection to nature.

Event summary

on
6 Jul to 5 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Breathe & Journal 

Perfect for anyone that wants to work on their mind, body and soul by layering up healing modalities. We will combine breathwork and journaling to relax, release and restore.

Event summary

on
12 Jul to 16 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 1 other date or time