Staycation, staycation, staycation

This year, we're all about putting the great into Great Britain.

On your home soil you can find more than 10,000 woods which are perfect for good, old-fashioned fun days out.

To find Great British woodland near you, just add your postcode to our wood search feature. You'll be surprised how many fabulous woods are on your doorstep.

What's so great about woods?

Woods are different every time you visit. Why not try nature spotting with the kids or a woodland treasure hunt?

 Download a summer play booklet to keep kids busy

Fancy some adventure?

Den building is the ultimate woodland activity for kids (and grown ups too)! You could take a picnic with to enjoy in your very own woodland shelter.

Download our den building tips to get you started

Get fruity

At this time of year you should be able get your first glimpse of yummy wild strawberries when you're out and about.

Download our scrummy wild strawberry ideas sheet

Discover new places

You can find loads of great places to visit and explore on the Discovering places website. Discovering Places is London 2012’s Cultural Olympiad campaign to inspire people in the UK to discover their local built, historic and natural environments. With events happening all over the country, you're bound to find something for you.