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The National Forest

The National Forest is one of the country's boldest environmental projects and won the inaugural Sustainable Development UK award in 2008. It is transforming 200 square miles in the centre of England.



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The National Forest Walking Festival 19 – 31 May

About to stride out for its fifth year, The National Forest Walking Festival is now an established event over 13 days. South Derbyshire District Council brings the whole event together, and with more than 80 guided walks spread throughout the three counties of the Forest, it's a great example of many partners working together.

Lace up your boots for a 12 mile hike, or enjoy a stroll round the woods – there's plenty to choose from!

Woodland Creation Schemes

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The National Forest Company offers a range of unique funding schemes designed to encourage tree planting and the creation of wildlife habitats within the Forest's 200 square miles.

Read more: Creating Woodlands



16 May 2012

Woody Tales Short Story Competition - Win a Family Ticket for the National Forest Wood Fair

Wordy wizards of all ages are invited to spin a woodland yarn for the National Forest Wood Fair's Woody Tales short story competition.

16 Mar 2012

Hands On At Gardener's World

As the weather warms up and we turn our attention outside gardeners can get inspiration from The National Forest. Visitors to BBC Gardener's World Live show at the NEC (13 - 17 June) will be invited to get hands-on to try ancient skills still practised today.

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19 May 2012

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

22 August 1485 a battle rages, King Richard III is defeated, Henry is crowned and the Tudor dynasty is born. Visit the award-winning exhibition and follow the King into battle, walk the Bosworth trail, or simply enjoy a coffee in the medieval Tithe Barn restaurant.

19 May 2012

Great Central Railway

Loughborough, Leicestershire

Re-live the romance of the railways with a trip on our heritage trains.  Explore period stations, steam engines and enjoy on board refreshments as Charnwood's countryside unfolds past your window.  Also enjoy luxury 1st class dining trains!

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Where is The National Forest?

map of The National Forest

The National Forest covers 200 square miles of the English Midlands across parts of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire.

Loads to see and do

Loads to see and do

On our Visit and Explore site you can find out about all the different things to see and do within the National Forest whether you are organising a school trip or booking a weekend away.

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Read more: The Growing Forest

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The National Forest Shop

Celebrate any occasion with our range of great gift ideas.

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Plant a Tree Gift
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OS Explorer Map
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