To celebrate our new Gruffalo sculptures at Cardinham Woods, the Gruffalo himself will be joining us for a day of fun in the deep, dark wood on Sunday 23 October!

For your chance to meet the Gruffalo himself come along to the picnic meadow between 11.00am and 3.30pm where he will be personal appearances at regular intervals. We can’t wait to see him!

Remember to head out along the easy access Lady Vale Walk to discover our new collection of sculptures celebrating the Gruffalo and other characters from Julia Donaldson’s best-selling book, illustrated by Axel Scheffler. 

There will also be crafts and activities in the meadow and free forest school activities and campfire storytelling at Badger Forest School. 

When you’re ready to recharge, head to Woods Cafe to sample their special menu of homemade cakes and healthy light bites.

If you have any energy left, the popular Superworm Activity Trail will also be available, with activity packs available to purchase from the Ranger’s Hut for £3.50

The activity packs cost £3.50 and can be purchased from the Ranger's Hut which is open 9.30am - 3.30pm on weekends, and 9.30am - 11.30am on weekdays.

The trail is aimed at children aged 3-9 but can be enjoyed by the whole family. It should take children around an hour to complete, which leaves time to explore other areas of the forest and the play area.

Cardinham Woods 

This secluded location has everything you could want from an outdoor woodland adventure. The woodland is full of secret glades, stream-side paths, fresh air and stunning viewpoints. 

There are miles of tracks to discover at Cardinham Woods, including four waymarked routes which all start at the carpark.

The woods feature:

• four walking trails
• three cycling trails
• a Play area
• a Picnic area

Parking: - pay and display car park
Toilets: - in the car park
Food: - cafe
Dogs: - dogs are welcome