The Forestry Commission Gruffalo trail has been on my to do list all Summer, we half completed it when in the Forest of Dean back in May, but didn’t reach the end as the kids were too exhausted. However, today we finally found The Gruffalo at Alice Holt and he was definitely worth the wait.
We did the long route at Alice Holt, which took us about 3 hours, mostly because there was just so much for the kids to explore. I’m sure you could walk it continuously much, much faster, but we had a fantastic afternoon balancing on logs, making dens and hunting for owl, fox, snake and mouse. The trail was really well done, with Owl’s tree being a big highlight with our little climbers.
It was the perfect way to spend an afternoon, outdoors in the woods with lots of friends. Little H was most excited to find what she though was a Gruffalo tail, I love her imagination.
She was desperate to try on her new Polarn O. Pyret stripy pink leggings from House of Fraser despite me warning her they might get muddy and messy, but I suppose that’s what exploring the forest is all about and I’m sure it’ll all wash out.
After a quick snack we went hunting for pinecones and crunchy Autumn leaves, Little S rocked her new Joules rabbit top also from House of Fraser. She adores rabbits so it was the perfect choice. I do love Autumn when it’s not cold enough for a coat, but long sleeves and a hat are perfect.
Have you tried a Gruffalo trail yet? We’re very excited about the new Gruffalo’s Child trail starting from the 3rd October, but in the meantime do go find a Gruffalo, it’s a great day out.
We loved our Joules clothes too, they feel such fantastic quality, beautifully thick and wonderfully comfortable. We’ll definitely be buying more.
We were sent the Joules leggings and top from House of Fraser.
I love the joules clothes too, they are such a good quality it makes them perfect for passing down to siblings too. Well done on completing the trail, they look such fun for little ones.
We completed our local Graffalo trail earlier this year and despite the miserable weather the kids really enjoyed it. We really must visit again soon
He certainly looks worth the wait! Loving the Joules clothes too – such great colours and quality 🙂
We love the Gruffalo trail and Joules clothing – am definitely looking forward to the Gruffalo’s child trail. Glad you had as much fun as we did 🙂
Looks like a brilliant family day – F would LOVE it there! x
we did the short walk with Erin recently at the Forest of Dean. Was lovely I love walking at this time of year especially.
We keep meaning to do this as there is one near us- Mads is obsessed with the Gruffalo! x
You should Katie, Hannah loved it. xxx