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Hold an event

Organising events in our forest

Check out the National Access Forum Outdoor Events Guidance and get in touch with us as soon as you start planning your event, to see if you need permission to hold your event.

Read our short information pack for more information. Do not promote your event until we’ve agreed it can go ahead.

Complete the events enquiry form (Word) and send it to the relevant regional office.

Leave enough time to plan your event. We work towards these minimum event planning times, from the National Access Forum Outdoor Events Guidance:

Event type Small event Medium event Large event
Walking/running* 25-50 participants 50-200 participants 200+ participants
Cycling** 25-50 participants 50-100 participants 100+ participants
Equestrian 10-25 participants 25-50 participants 50+ participants
Planning lead time (minimum) 3-6 months 6-12 months 1-2 years

* includes orienteering, canicross and similar.
** includes triathlon, adventure racing, sled dog racing and similar.

Group outings by club members are not classed as events.

In collaboration with sports governing bodies we have a standard event agreement and process (PDF). Sport-specific information is also available from your governing body.

We have a standard rate card for all events.

Permissions and permits