The National Forest Walking Festival

The National Forest Walking festival takes place from

16 – 26 May 2025.

The National Forest Walking Festival is a celebration of three decades of forest creation in this part of the Midlands, which demonstrates how trees can transform landscapes, communities, and the economy.

Featuring more than 90 walks, each provides the opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the forest landscapes. 

This year walks range from under three miles, to longer strenuous trails.  Many of the walks are also designed to be accessible for people of all ages and abilities with easy access and no stiles.

Find out more and get regular updates by liking the National Forest Walking Festival Facebook page.

To request a paper copy of the National Forest Walking Festival brochure, click here.

 

Download the brochure here ^{(pdf, 5.1mb)}

 

Unable to join in with the festival? 

Don’t worry, you can still get lots of ideas for walks to explore the National Forest with your friends and family on the walking section of the Visit South Derbyshire website

Thank you to all the organisations and individuals who have helped to create the 2025 National Forest Walking Festival. If you would like to submit a walk or activity for the 2026 Walking Festival, please email Get.Active@southderbyshire.gov.uk before September.

The National Forest Walking Festival gratefully acknowledges funding by South Derbyshire District Council, Leicestershire County Council, East Staffordshire Borough Council and the National Forest Company.