High Lodge, Thetford Forest Concerts 2025

We came here primarily for the gruffalo trail. We bought a picnic with us. We followed the trail (1 mile) through the woods, plenty to do and places to stop and play on this walk. Lots of carvings to spot on various trees, We had 4 children from age 2-7 with us and they all managed the trail well. There is a large open area for picnics, close to the cafe, toilets and the play park. There are BBQs available to rent for use. Lovely and clean, easy to access and would come here again for a walk around another route. There are no bins along the trails, only the ones outside the cafe, so near this in mind if you buy a coffee/tea for the walk.

Really lovely trails. We did the gruffalo trail and the kids enjoyed it. Would like to come back to go mountain biking soon! Parking not cheap but facilities are great so it’s worth it.

We love High Lodge. Our daughter can spend hours in the playgrounds. There are beautiful walks and cycle routes that cater to all abilities. We recommend the music trail for some silly, noisy fun! The dogs enjoy it all as much as we do and there is also a selection of treats for them in the cafe! Facilities are clean and well kept. You have to book GoApe well in advance, but the archery and adventure golf are great additions to the day.

A great place for the whole family to get out and about. Perfect for walking, bike riding, picnics etc.

We had an amazing experience completing the 12km trail at High Lodge National Forest. The services provided were top-notch; the cafe impressed us with its use of locally sourced ingredients, and the bike hire, information point, and clean toilets added to the convenience. The abundance of picnic spaces was a pleasant surprise, and the range of activities for children made it a family-friendly destination. What we loved the most was the tranquility of the fir trail, which allowed us to immerse ourselves deeper into the forest. We were also pleased to find ample car parking available at a reasonable cost. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can park on the main road and take a pleasant walk into High Lodge. The flexibility in parking options made our visit even more convenient and enjoyable. Overall, a fantastic day out in nature!