At Avon Tyrrell we encourage spending time together as a family and with our programme of events you can enjoy the outdoors together right here in the New Forest. This year we have a great programme of activities for everyone to enjoy, so Have a Go, Join our Easter Egg Hunt or explore our magical Fairy Trail. With Easter, Summer, Halloween and Christmas events, we guarantee you will want to return again and again.
Check out our 2019 Family Events below
Have a Go Day
Activities: Archery, Bushcraft, Build a Captapult & Bouldering
Date: Sun 27th January
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Our Have a Go day means exactly that- Have a Go! Never tried Archery- have a go! Fancy some Bouldering- Have a Go! It's a great opportunity to try out different activities as a family- and you never know- you may find a new passion or hobby to get everyone outdoors!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Have a Go Day
Activities: Archery, Bushcraft, Build a Catapult, Bouldering & High Ropes
Date: Sun 24th February
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Our Have a Go day means exactly that- Have a Go! Never tried Archery- have a go! Fancy some Bouldering- Have a Go! It's a great opportunity to try out different activities as a family- and you never know- you may find a new passion or hobby to get everyone outdoors!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Have a Go Day - Mothers Day Special
Activities: Archery, Bushcraft, Climbing & Paddleboarding
Date: Sun 31st March
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Our Have a Go day means exactly that- Have a Go! Never tried Archery- have a go! Fancy some Bouldering- Have a Go! It's a great opportunity to try out different activities as a family- and you never know- you may find a new passion or hobby to get everyone outdoors!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Easter Activity Trail
Activities: Archery, Climbing, Problem Solving, Adventure Course, Pedalo and more....
Date: Sun 21st April
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00 | 13:00-15:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Keep your little chicks entertained this Easter and join us for our annual Easter Egg Trail. The Easter Bunny has a challenge for you- so before you get a treat there is some work to do! Activity challenges, problem solving and hidden clues will send you on your hunt- you'll need to work together to earn your reward!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Fairy Activity Trail
Activities: Bushcraft, Art in the Environment, Treasure Hunt and more...
Date: Sun 26th May
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00 | 13:00-15:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Avon Tyrrell is a magical place that is home to some truly spectacular creatures. Do you believe in Fairies? Because we do, and if you follow some clues, you might just believe too! Enjoy some crafts, outdoor art and bushcraft elements as part of this magical adventure. This activity has been designed with younger children in mind- ideal for those aged 5-8.
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Our 2019 Family Events have not yet been confirmed. Please check out what else we have on throughout the year on our portal.
Our 2019 Family Events have not yet been confirmed. Please check out what else we have on throughout the year on our portal.
New Forest Cycle Rally
Date: Friday 26 July - Sat 3rd August
Description
Our 2019 Family Events have not yet been confirmed. Please check out what else we have on throughout the year on our portal.
Have a Go Day
Activities: Archery, High Ropes, Climbing & Paddleboarding
Date: Sun 1st September
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00 | 13:00-15:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Our Have a Go day means exactly that- Have a Go! Never tried Archery- have a go! Fancy some Bouldering- Have a Go! It's a great opportunity to try out different activities as a family- and you never know- you may find a new passion or hobby to get everyone outdoors!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Halloween Activity Trail
Activities: A wide range of activities and challenges
Date: Sun 27th October
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Beware!! The Halloween Trail is lurking and ready to scare the fangs off Dracula, the spook out of the Ghosts and the Evil from the witch! Join us for some creepy challenges and gruesome activities if you dare! There are a lot of tricks on this activity day that you can enjoy as a family. Fancy dress is encouraged!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Halloween Night Trail
Date: Sun 27th October
Time: 17:00-20:00
Price: £6pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Join us on our spooky night trail. (More detail to follow.)
Extra Info: This will take place outside in the dark so may not be suitable for all.
Have a Go Day
Activities: Archery, Bushcraft, Pioneering, Problem Solving
Date: Sun 25th November
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £5pp
Ages: All Ages (5+ years recommended for those taking part)
Our Have a Go day means exactly that- Have a Go! Never tried Archery- have a go! Fancy some Bouldering- Have a Go! It's a great opportunity to try out different activities as a family- and you never know- you may find a new passion or hobby to get everyone outdoors!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Christmas Activity Trail
Activities: Archery, Bouldering, Build a Catapult, Puzzling activities.
Date: Sunday 2nd December 2018
Time: 10:00-12:00 | 11:00-13:00 | 12:00-14:00
Price: £6pp (Parents FOC)
Ages: All ages welcome
Come and join us for this festive activity trail to get you in the Christmas spirit!
Extra Info: Cafe Explore will be open selling light bites and refreshments.
Santa's Colour Dash
Date: Sunday 2nd December 2018
Time: 10:00-16:00
Price: TBC
Ages: All ages welcome
Santa's helpers have been busy preparing for Christmas here at Avon Tyrrell outdoor Centre, join in the festivities at Santa's Colour Dash!
Run/walk your way around a 3km festive route, where you will be drenched in a storm of Christmas colours by Santa's naughty elves! There will also be a little elves dash for the little ones!
Activities include: Festive Colour Run, Little Elves dash, hot drinks, mince pies, festive games, archery and climbing!
Book a stay in one of our 7 lodges and enjoy a short break in the New Forest. Perfect for families and friends or larger groups we have 6, 12 and 14 berth lodges available, all with Wi-Fi, making Avon Tyrrell a great base for you to go out and explore.
