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Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite CA12 5TWTel: 017687 78469

Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0QJ Tel: 01229 860010

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Discover Grizedale &

WhinlatterTwo amazing forests

in the Lake District

LocationGrizedale Forest is near Hawkshead, Ambleside and is signposted from the B5285 from Hawkshead. Alternative route for coaches is from the south via the A590 at Greenodd. Car parking charges apply.

LocationSignposted from the A66, just west of Keswick, look out for the brown tourist signs. The main visitor centre car park is three miles along the Whinlatter Pass. Car parking charges apply.

Grizedale, with its forested hills,

and Whinlatter, England’s only true

mountain forest, offer adventure

in a forever changing landscape.

Experience their stunning, natural settings for a

range of activities, from challenging mountain

biking to a walk through the trees and from wildlife

watching to sculptures in the forest. You can

Go Ape in the tree tops, hire bikes or simply relax

and enjoy the magnificent views from the cafes.forestry.gov.uk/visit

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Wild about...Mountains of trails, forest, wildlife, views & adventureCycling for everyoneWhinlatter puts the mountain back into biking with the Lake District’s longest singletrack mountain biking route, the Altura Trail. There’s also the blue Quercus Trail and biking on the forest roads. Hire bikes from Cyclewise, the on site bike shop, which also offers a range of bike training courses and a children’s mountain bike club. cyclewise.co.uk

Food & drinkSiskins Cafe offers a range of freshly prepared food and is a great place to refuel. The balcony and outdoor eating area are the perfect spots for sunny days, with fantastic views of Grisedale Pike. Picnic areas are also available at the car parks.

Forest open every day, check website for seasonal opening hours.

The WildPlay Trail Follow the children’s trail

through the trees... swing,

slide, splash and climb...

but most of all, enjoy

playing in this amazing

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Visitor information

Sculpture in the forestGrizedale has the original outdoor art experience, with over 40 sculptures to discover in the forest. Call into the visitor centre for help planning your route. Find out more at grizedalesculpture.org

Mountain bikingFor experienced bikers, the singletrack North Face trail gives an adrenalin rush, while the forest roads and bridleways provide a range of safe off-road cycling. For bike hire and shop contact Grizedale Mountain Bikes, E-bike specialists, grizedalemountainbikes.co.uk

Food & drinkGrizedale cafe is a lovely place to relax and refuel, with plenty of space indoors and a beautiful outdoor space for sunny days.

Forest open every day, check website for seasonal opening hours.

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Grizedale is famous for its red deer, as well as roe deer, buzzards and barn owls. Plus, you can now see red kites soaring through the sky, since the release of 90 chicks in a bid to re-establish a population in the area.

Whinlatter is a National Red Squirrel Reserve and home to the Lake District Osprey Project. The project runs from April to August and the Ospreys can be seen at the viewpoints in Dodd Wood or via a live video link at the Visitor Centre.

Get free parking at Grizedale and Whinlatter forests, plus savings, discounts and lots more. Join online at forestry.gov.uk/pass

Discover the freedom of the Forests with a Discovery Pass

Grizedale & Whinlatter

Grizedale and Whinlatter are

the highest Go Ape courses in

the country! Take to the trees

to experience high wires, tricky

crossings and zip wires.

Booking is essential. Call Go Ape on

0845 094 8763 or visit goape.co.uk

Grizedale onlyNow open...Forest Segway,

a unique way to tackle the

forest trails. Tree Top Junior, tree

top adventure for under 10s.

Coming soon...Zip Trek Adventure,

zip after zip with stunning views

across the valleys. goape.co.uk

Discover your wild side and see some of Britain’s rarest species

Wildlife

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Discover what’s on in 2014

Explore all Grizedale has to offer with stunning art & breathtaking views

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yourRheged in the forest... Grizedale & WhinlatterCelebrating Cumbria; the people, the food, the crafts and the place. Our forest shops showcase products that make us proud of where we live. There is a collection of lovely things to help you enjoy the forest as well as some unusual gifts. rheged.com

Nigel Ross Bench, in memory of Anne Harrison, 2012 Millwood Trail & Hawkshead Moor Trail

for the Forestry Commission

Enjoy the forest, learn new skills and meet new people…

Find out more online at:

Volunteer forestry.gov.uk/england-volunteer

AprilEdwina fitzPatrick – Lost & Found?12 April – 29 June ..................................10am-4pm Lost & Found? presents the practice based PhD of artist Edwina fitzPatrick, exploring how Grizedale Forest’s past and ongoing artwork might be revealed and archived. Free admission

Feathers and FurApril 15 ................................................... 11am-4pm Meet a live Barn Owl. Have a go at dissecting an owl pellet to find out what our local owls have been eating. Free family craft activities. In partnership with RSPB & World Owl Trust.

May CitizenCairn with BBC Radio Cumbria’s Up for Arts May 10 ............. 10am-4pm Celebrate these icons of Cumbria’s world-famous landscape by building a cairn of your own. Master the patient art of stone balancing with arts duo Responsible Fishing, make a wood cairn, paint a stone to stack or balance yourself into a human cairn. Free admission

Cumbria Wood Turners exhibition and family activities24-28 MayAn opportunity to see working lathes producing turned products along with displays and childrens activities.

Give Nature a Home with RSPBMay 29 .................................................. 11am-4pmSimple and fun activities for the whole family to give nature a home on your doorstep – Mini Wormery making.

JuneRSPB Big Wild Sleepout June 21-22A chance to sleep out in nature’s home, hear night sounds, feel the night air on your face and marvel at the night sky. More details and booking at rspb.org.uk

Celebrate National Insect Week June 23 – 29 Explore the forest, hunt for bugs and learn about why they are so important. Self-led trail and free family crafts.

International Fairy Day, free family activities June 24 .................................................. 11am-4pmEnchanting forest fun with the family!

JulyAtkins CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year 2014July 19 – 2 November ......................... 10am – 5pmNow one of the fastest growing photographic competitions in the world, Environmental Photographer of the Year 2014, is an international showcase for the very best in environmental photography and film. Free Admission

Give Nature a Home with RSPBJuly 30 .................................................... 11am-4pmSimple and fun activities for the whole family to give nature a home on your doorstep. Making mini bug homes for the garden using household objects.

Watercolour in the forest July 30 Brewery Arts Centre Watercolour course More info and booking visit breweryarts.co.uk

Events for 2014

Gruffalo Activity TrailApril 11 - 30 September

Gruffalo Birthday PartyJune 7find out more and sign up for updates at forestry.gov.uk/gruffalo

The Gruffalo is coming to Grizedale and Whinlatter

August National Play Day, free family activitiesAugust 6

Watercolour in the forestAugust 12See July 30

Give Nature a Home with RSPB August 13 .......................... 11am-4pmSummer is the perfect time to see what butterflies you can attract into the garden. Make a butterfly feeder and find out about other things you can do in your garden to give butterflies a home.

Picnic Cimema, Ticketed Event August 15/16Picnic Cinema returns to Grizedale Forest. Come along and experience film in an extraordinary setting.

Keep up to date with the latest news and ticketing information at picniccinema.co.uk

Give Nature a Home with RSPBAugust 27 ............................................... 11am-4pmPlants are a great way to give nature a home in your garden. They provide food and shelter to a range of wildlife. Make your own plant pots and see what plants you can grow from them for your garden.

WorkshopsGrizedale is home to several artist’s workshops, using the forest as their inspiration and offering short courses and drop in sessions along with gallery space.

Try your hand at black and white photography courtesy of The Alchemist’s workshop, thealchemistsworkshop.co.uk

Create something special and personal using wool with Forest Felt. Enjoy the tactile experience of blending warm water, soap and wool together, giving a beautiful result. For more information contact julie.coldwell@hotmail.co.uk

Navigation workshops April 13 & 16, May 25 ...... 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pmVolunteer-led free workshops, booking essential. Contact visitor information on 01229 860010

Wild food foraging... Mark Williams of Galloway Wild Foods will be leading a series of guided forays at various forest locations throughout the year including Grizedale, Whinlatter, Dodd and Setmurthy near Cockermouth. Suitable for all ages, walk routes are designed to learn about a wide range of gourmet, nutritious and useful plants and fungi, as well as the ones to avoid! Enjoy foraged nibbles along the way and an al-fresco cook-in afterwards. Visit www.gallowaywildfoods.com for details.

The forests play host to a range of sporting events throughout the year, visit forestry.gov.uk/grizedale or forestry.gov.uk/whinlatter for more details.

April Feathers and Fur April 14 ................................................... 11am-4pmHave a hoot joining in our free family activities. Meet a live Barn Owl and dissect an owl pellet to discover what our local owls have been eating. Free family craft activities. This event is run in conjunction with the RSPB and the World Owl Trust.

Events for 2014

MayKeswick Mountain Festival May 15-18 Visit our stand for free activities, competitions and great offers

Cyclewise Demo weekendMay 24–25 We will have loads of bikes to demo free of charge as well as body armour, special offers, free workshops and your chance to check out the latest riding kit from Altura, the main sponsors of the bike trails at Whinlatter

For more details, including a list of demo bikes available go to cyclewise.co.uk

Give Nature a Home with RSPBMay 28 ................................................... 11am-4pmSimple and fun activities for the whole family as part of their ‘Give Nature a Home’ campaign - Mini Wormery Making.

JuneCelebrate National Insect WeekJune 23–29 ............................................ 11am-4pmExplore the forest, hunt for bugs and find out how to attract wildlife to your garden. Self-led trail and free family crafts.

International Fairy Day June 24 ................................................. 11am-4pmfree family activities Enchanting forest fun with the family!

JulyGive Nature a Home with RSPBJuly 23 ................................................... 11am-4pmSimple and fun activities for the whole family as part of their ‘Give Nature a Home’ campaign - Making mini bug homes for the garden using household objects.

AugustCelebrate National Play Day August 6Why not explore the WildPlay trail, build a den, go for a bike ride or come up with your own forest adventure?

Give Nature a Home with RSPBAugust 6 ................................................. 11am-4pmJoin RSPB to make a butterfly feeder and find out about other things you can do in your garden to give butterflies a home.

Give Nature a Home with RSPBAugust 20 .............................................. 11am-4pmPlants are a great way to give nature a home in your garden. They provide food and shelter to a range of wildlife. Make your own plant pots and see what plants you can grow from them for your garden.

Trek & Tipi CampEnjoy a weekend of guided trekking in the glorious Lakeland Fells surrounding Whinlatter, before walking into to a ready made Nordic Tipi Camp to enjoy a night in the heart of the forest, Scandinavian style. Contact nigel@nordicoutdoor.co.uk or 07943 154317 for further details.

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Bushcraft with Keswick Canoe and Bushcraft Learn techniques that have roots in ancient history and open up nature’s tool box to help find shelter, food, fire, water and wildlife. It’s all there; you just have to know where to look! visit keswickcanoeandbushcraft.co.uk for dates and booking.