Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England

Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England Cannock Chase Forest is the perfect place for a fantastic day out in the great outdoors. Cannock Chase Forest has everything you need for a great day out!
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With waymarked walking and running trails, children's play areas, themed activity and orienteering trails, Go Ape high wires course, Grounds cafe with tasty hot and cold food and drinks, and a top class bike shop, Cannock Chase Cycle Centre, with cycles to hire as well as bikes and accessories to buy. But mountain biking is what many people know us for. Our single-track cross country mountain bik

e trails attract adrenaline junkies from far and wide, and our Pedal and Play bike trail is the perfect first off-road cycling experience for children aged 3+ just starting out on their bike. For those somewhere in between we have waymarked cycling trails that are perfect for exploring the forest and building your skills. Cannock Chase Forest is managed by Forestry England. For over 100 years, we have been growing, shaping and caring for over 1,500 of our nationโ€™s forests for the benefit and enjoyment of all, for this generation and the next. With your help and support, we care for more land and trees than any other organisation in England. Shaping landscapes for people, wildlife and timber.

Forest Live is coming to Cannock Chase Forest! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒฒ๐ŸŽธBusinesses and car parks are open as normal until the end of Tuesday 2...
19/06/2026

Forest Live is coming to Cannock Chase Forest! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒฒ๐ŸŽธ

Businesses and car parks are open as normal until the end of Tuesday 23 June but you may notice extra vehicles, machinery and contractors on site as we set up for the concerts.

On concert days (Wednesday 24 to Sunday 28 June), the car park will be open as usual until midday. After that, we'll need it cleared by 3pm to keep things running safely.

Thanks for bearing with us. It's going to be a brilliant week. And if you want to get your hands on one of the last remaining tickets visit ๐Ÿ”— www.forestlive.com/cannockchaseforest

Teachers! Fancy getting your students out of the classroom for the day? Whether itโ€™s for learning, a reward, or just a c...
18/06/2026

Teachers! Fancy getting your students out of the classroom for the day?

Whether itโ€™s for learning, a reward, or just a change of scenery, Cannock Chase Forest is a great place for a school trip.๐ŸŒฒ
Choose an activity (or two) for your group โ€“ become a Ranger for the day with Ranger in a Bag, try some den building, take on Go Ape, play a round of Disc Golf, or simply enjoy exploring the forest together.

To bring learning, fresh air and fun into one memorable trip, find out more on our website ๐ŸŒฟwww.forestryengland.uk/cannock-chase-forest/school-visits-cannock-chase-forest

Got someone in your life who loves the forest? ๐ŸŒณOur Forestry England tees and sweatshirts feature beautiful, nature-insp...
17/06/2026

Got someone in your life who loves the forest? ๐ŸŒณ

Our Forestry England tees and sweatshirts feature beautiful, nature-inspired designs - ideal for everyday adventures (or just dreaming of the woods!).

Use the code JUNE10 to get 10% off and free UK postage between Wednesday 17 and midnight Friday 19 June

Take a look and find their new favourite piece ๐ŸŒฟ https://store.forestryengland.uk/

We're hiring a Forest Planner to help shape the long-term future of woodlands across Central England, from Liverpool to ...
16/06/2026

We're hiring a Forest Planner to help shape the long-term future of woodlands across Central England, from Liverpool to Bedfordshire.

You'll develop 30-year forest management plans, work with GIS, get out in the field, and support operational teams with data, mapping and specialist advice. Around a quarter of your time will be outdoors.

Based at Cannock Chase Forest or Sherwood Pines. Fixed term until August 2028, and may become permanent. Closes 28 June.

Find the details here: https://careers.forestryengland.uk/jobs/job/Forest-Planner/636

11 June is International Day of Play - and at Cannock Chase Forest there are countless ways to play your way.From activi...
11/06/2026

11 June is International Day of Play - and at Cannock Chase Forest there are countless ways to play your way.

From activity trails to den building, play areas to cycling, bug hunting to disc golf..... plan your forest adventure here ๐ŸŒฒwww.forestryengland.uk/cannock-chase-forest

How far would you go for a great day on the trails? ๐Ÿšต๐ŸŒฒ The MBUK team rode three Forestry England trail centres in one da...
09/06/2026

How far would you go for a great day on the trails? ๐Ÿšต๐ŸŒฒ The MBUK team rode three Forestry England trail centres in one day โ€” including Cannock Chase Forest โ€” proof your next riding adventure is closer than you think.

๐ŸŽฅ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFUHLVcDvug
National members โ€” which forest is top of your must-ride list? ๐Ÿค”

You can find out about membership here: https://www.forestryengland.uk/cannock-chase-forest/cannock-chase-forest-membership

Our Forestry England National Membership changes the game Up Next ๐Ÿ‘‰...

Looking for a family adventure?๐ŸŽ€   All of your favourite magical moments from Room on the Broom have come to life in the...
06/06/2026

Looking for a family adventure?๐ŸŽ€

All of your favourite magical moments from Room on the Broom have come to life in the forest, and Witch and friends need your help to find some of her lost items!

Pick up an activity pack from Visitor Info Point and let the adventure begin๐Ÿช„

Celebrating our volunteers this Volunteers Week ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ’šA huge thank you to all our volunteers that help make Cannock Chase Fo...
05/06/2026

Celebrating our volunteers this Volunteers Week ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ’š

A huge thank you to all our volunteers that help make Cannock Chase Forest a great place to visit. Clearing vegetation to keep trails open, maintaining facilities, litter picking, they help us with it all and we couldn't do it without them.

Want to get involved? ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.forestryengland.uk/cannock-chase-forest/volunteering-cannock-chase

๐ŸŒฒโœจ Support the forest you love โœจ๐ŸŒฒWhen you become a Forestry England member, youโ€™re helping us care for wildlife, maintai...
29/05/2026

๐ŸŒฒโœจ Support the forest you love โœจ๐ŸŒฒ

When you become a Forestry England member, youโ€™re helping us care for wildlife, maintain our woodlands, and keep trails and facilities open for everyone to enjoy.

Plus, youโ€™ll get free parking for a whole year โ€“ so you can visit again and again. ๐Ÿš—๐ŸŒณ

Itโ€™s a simple way to give something back while making the most of everything the forest has to offer. ๐Ÿ’š www.forestryengland.uk/membership

Address

Cannock Chase Forest
Rugeley
WS152UQ

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 8pm
Friday 7:30am - 8pm
Saturday 7:30am - 5pm
Sunday 7:30am - 8pm

Telephone

+443000674340

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