100 year vision: a visit to Skiddaw Forest

A guided tour of the ambitious nature recovery plans for Skiddaw Forest currently being implemented by Cumbria Wildlife Trust.

Previously a remote and treeless tract of open fell, moorland and bog, including three well-known Lakeland summits, the 1,200-hectare site is being transformed through the planting of over 400,000 trees to form a new temperate rainforest.

About the leader

The walk will be led by Pete Jones, Skiddaw Forest Project Manager, Cumbria Wildlife Trust.

Event information

The walk involves steep ascents and descents on footpaths and over remote terrain that will be steep, wet and muddy in places. Dogs are not permitted on this walk. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the activity and weather (full outdoor clothing, suitable footwear).

Please also bring along a packed lunch and something to drink, as we will not be visiting a shop or café during the trip.

Booking information

• Advance booking for this event is required. In order to book you will need an account on our website. If you already have an account you will be prompted to log in when you click 'book now'. Please create an account if you do not have one yet (you do not need to be a member of the Society to create an account).
• We do not issue tickets (electronic or physical) for this event. Instead your name will be on a list at the door.
• Your contact details (name and mobile phone number) will be shared with the event organiser in case of emergency or last-minute change to the event. The event organiser will delete all of the information provided by you within seven days of the event taking place.
• If you have any pre-existing medical conditions that will affect your ability to participate in this visit (including any dietary allergies) please let us know events@rgs.org

If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org

This event has been organised by the North West regional committee with Cumbria Wildlife Trust.