Autumn School Holidays
Wilderness Wood, Hadlow Down · 24 October to 1 November 2026
Image: Wilderness WoodWilderness Wood in Hadlow Down runs an autumn half-term programme from 24 October to 1 November 2026, open daily from 10:00 to 16:00. Families can follow a What Scares You trail, help build a giant spider's web and look for night time animals. Food is available from pop-up vendors Tuesday to Friday, and drinks and snacks are served daily at The Hatch.
Highlights
- Open daily 10:00 to 16:00, no booking needed for the open day
- What Scares You trail and giant spider's web build
- Night time animal spotting, with bookable activities listed separately
Getting there
Wilderness Wood, TN22 4HJ
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Image: Wilderness WoodWoodland Fungi - Death or dinner
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Image: Wilderness WoodCharcoal Making Workshop
A charcoal making workshop at Wilderness Wood in Hadlow Down, running from 10:00 to 13:00 on 18 October 2026. Participants learn how charcoal is made and have a go themselves, walking to the kiln site together after arriving at 9.45. Booking is recommended.
Image: Wilderness WoodAnimal Arts & Creature Crafts
A creative workshop at Wilderness Wood in Hadlow Down where children learn about animals through art and craft activities, led by Katy. Parents can accompany children. The session runs from 13:30 to 15:00 on Tuesdays, and the listing is for Tuesday 20 October 2026.