Learn. Play. Discover.
It’s in our nature.
Activities
With activities ranging from raft building to rock climbing, mountain biking to hill walking, or simply strolling through the ancient forests and admiring the many varieties of flowers and fauna, the Wilderness Centre has something for everyone.
Whether you’re tackling the obstacles on the gruelling challenge course or admiring the view from the house of the Severn River meandering through the valley below, a day at the Wilderness will truly take your breath away.
Planning your visit
With so much to do at the Wilderness Centre, it pays to plan ahead. Our experienced team can help you put together the perfect day, whether it’s keeping a class of inquisitive, energetic children amused and entertained or running a course on leadership skills, we have the facilities to make any event unforgettable and your team wanting to come back for more.
Connecting with nature
When we interact with nature, real changes occur in our bodies. Three things happen,
Your heart rate variability and your blood pressure decrease.
Your stress hormones, such as cortisol and adrenaline, go down.
We become much happier and calmer, and our senses, sight, sound, and smell all interact with nature, bringing about positive health outcomes
We are a nature-based learning centre set in 30 acres of ancient woodland, wildflower meadows and gardens in the heart of the Forest of Dean. We enjoy stunning views of the River Severn, the Cotswolds, and the Malvern Hills, over 20 miles away. 
Our aim is to make nature accessible to everyone
Less screen time, more green time.
Being in nature is good for us, whether you’re swinging from ropes, abseiling down rocks, or simply enjoying the calming, soothing effects of looking at green open spaces. We believe nature has a profound impact on our health, and the Wilderness Centre can help you reconnect with and benefit from the natural world around you.
Schools and Education
The Wilderness Centre stays true to its history and community roots by offering exceptional day and residential visits for schools from primary, secondary and independent sectors. Our qualified team share their knowledge and invite young people to explore, learn and connect with nature, within the greatest classroom - the great outdoors
Corporate and Business
The house and grounds are ideal for business events such as away days, team development and leadership programmes. The Wilderness is a place to think differently, to build confidence and clarity while connecting with colleagues, and with nature.
We believe that connecting with nature makes us all healthier. Within 90 seconds of looking at a green landscape, your blood pressure and heart rate decrease, and you become calmer. The effect on children is even more noticeable; nature-based play is crucial for their development and well-being.