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Summer of Play in Comer Woods

For festival feels, fresh air and family fun, follow us into the woods this summer. Find games galore, sports activities, music and more in Heath Meadow. There are endless ways to play for all ages, all summer long.   

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

The festival is in the woods this summer! Get creative in nature and spend time together in the great outdoors.

With different play areas to discover, and a growing calendar of facilitated workshops, bring along the whole family for a summer filled with fun in the woods. Hire a bike and explore the woodland at your own pace, get active at dance and sports sessions or play your way on the straw bales in the meadow.

There's an exciting line-up of nature-inspired activities in store, so keep checking our events page to see what's on.

It's free to take part. Small charges apply for some facilitated workshops and bike hire. Parking is free for National Trust members or £9 per day per car. The play area and facilities are a short walk from the car park in Comer Woods.

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The basics

Accessibility

Please see full accessibility information about the Woods and the Café on our Visitor Information page.

Meeting point

The play area and visitor facilities are in Heath Meadow which is a short walk from the car park in Comer Woods.

Suitability for children

Suitable for the whole family, from toddlers to teens.

What to bring and wear

Wear comfortable clothes suitable for the weather.

Other

It’s free to take part. A small charge may apply for facilitated workshops. Parking is free for National Trust members or £9 per car per day.

Upcoming events

Bike hire - Summer of Play in Comer Woods 

Telford Bike Hub are running bike hire in Comer Woods during Summer of Play. Bikes available Friday - Monday from Friday 24 July.

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

Bugs and Beyond! - Summer of Play in Comer Woods 

Get ready to explore the hidden world of the tiny creatures that call Comer Woods home.

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on
31 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30

🚶‍♀️ Wellbeing Walks in Comer Woods 

FREE EVENT - Join us every other Tuesday, and second Sunday of the month. Experience the peace and tranquillity of the trees and have a chat with new friends, there is plenty of inspiration for conversation.

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on
1 Sep to 24 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 11:30+ 9 other dates or times

🏃‍♀️Trust 10 trail run in Comer Woods 

The Trust 10 is a monthly, 10k trail run that gives you the opportunity to explore the wider Dudmaston estate.

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on
27 Sep to 20 Dec 2026
at 09:00 to 11:00+ 3 other dates or times