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Venturewood at Delamere Forest marks an exciting new chapter in our outdoor education journey.

Delivered in partnership with Forestry England, this new provision complements the long-established Venturewood outdoor education centre at Petty Pool, bringing inclusive, nature-based learning into the heart of Delamere Forest. 

Sessions are based in our on-site classroom near the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre, with activities taking place across three dedicated woodland sites just a short walk away.

We work with schools, families, young people and adults to deliver meaningful outdoor education experiences that build confidence, develop skills, and support wellbeing. Sessions can be adapted to suit your age group, curriculum focus and learning objectives.

Our programmes include:

  • School  programmes
  • School holiday activities
  • Bespoke group experiences in the forest

Our activities may include:

  • Forest exploration
  • Navigation and orienteering
  • Bushcraft and shelter building
  • Environmental studies
  • Team challenges set within the woodland terrain

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FAQs Delamere Forest

Our programmes are available to schools, youth groups and other organised groups.

 

We work with each group to create a tailored experience that meets their needs and learning objectives.

Simply get in touch with our friendly team and let us know what you’re looking for. We’ll discuss your requirements, provide a tailored quote and guide you through the process from start to finish.

 

You can send an enquiry through our website, and a member of the team will get back to you as soon as possible. If you’d prefer to speak to someone on the phone, please call us on 01606 889097.

We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for popular spring and summer dates. Many groups secure their dates well in advance to avoid disappointment.

 

If you’re interested in visiting, get in touch and we’ll be happy to discuss availability.

Yes! Every programme is designed with input from you.

 

Whether you’re focusing on confidence building, teamwork, resilience, independence or curriculum-linked outcomes, we’ll create a programme that supports your goals.

We offer a wide variety of exciting educational outdoor experiences. We can focus on curriculum-linked themes or fun activities.

 

Every programme is tailored to your group. During the bookings process our team will work with you to create an experience that matches your needs.

Before your visit, we’ll ask you to provide some information about your group. Sharing this information in advance helps us plan effectively, make any necessary adjustments and ensure everyone has the best possible experience.

 

We will ask for:

The number of people attending

A list of participants and accompanying staff

Details of any medical needs

Dietary requirements

Allergies

Parental/carer consent forms to be completed

 

Providing this information ahead of your visit allows us to tailor activities where needed and ensure your programme runs smoothly from the moment you arrive.

We have a dedicated classroom in Delamere Forest located next to the visitor centre car park. The classroom offers a space for us to meet, have lunch and shelter from the British weather if needed! The classroom has an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. We also have a kitchen for making drinks.

 

Just a short walk away is Delamere Forest visitor centre and café.

We are located in a classroom next to the Delamere Forest Visitor Centre car park. All our sessions will meet here before heading out into the forest.

 

Please note, parking charges apply at Delamere Forest for cars and coaches.

 

Please check the Forestry England website for up to date prices.

 

Delamere Train Station is just a 7 minute walk away from the classroom.

We believe outdoor education should be accessible and inclusive for everyone, and we will always try our best to accommodate individual needs.

 

Please get in touch to discuss any additional requirements you may have. Our team will be happy to work with you to help ensure the best possible experience for your group.

Meals are not provided as part of our day courses, so we ask all participants to bring a packed lunch and a refillable water bottle. We schedule time during the day for groups to stop and have lunch, either in the classroom or in the forest.

Yes. The safety and wellbeing of our participants is our top priority. All activities are fully risk assessed and delivered by our experienced, appropriately qualified instructors.

No, all of the specialist equipment you’ll need to take part in the activities is provided.

Outdoor activities can be muddy, wet and adventurous, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothes that can get dirty, along with sturdy footwear. Waterproof clothing is essential, whatever the weather.

 

Don’t worry if participants don’t have specialist outdoor gear – older clothes that are suitable for being active outdoors are often the best choice.

As a minimum, participants should bring a refillable water bottle, any required medication and any personal items needed for the day.

Yes. Booking helps us share important information about parking, site closures, events and other activities taking place in the forest. We can also offer local advice, route suggestions and resources to help you plan a successful visit. To book, please contact our team.

Any other questions?

If you have a question that isn’t listed here, or you would like more information on any of the topics mentioned, please get in touch.

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