Ridge Wood - Home Page

This Local Nature Reserve in South Gloucestershire is a great place for everyone to explore the beauty of nature. The Wood has a fascinating history and some mysterious old features.

Walking in the woods? - Click the weather button first!

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Have a look at the past three year's archive of activities here
and scroll down to view photos, reports and slide shows.
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Help the Friends of Ridge Wood
Join in the fun! Help the Friends of Ridge Wood manage this much valued, wildlife-rich woodland. All are welcome - we work hard but still find time for a party or two!

Click here to find out how to get involved.

How well do you know your wildlife?
Think you're a twitcher or a plant expert? Still fumbling with your fungi or baffled by butterflies? Find out in our interactive quizzes.

Picture Galleries
Choose your own images on different topics or mix them up! Present day, times past, quarrying/geology, wildlife and maps old and new.

Teachers!
There's some great material that you can download before, after, or for use on, a field trip to Ridge Wood - it's great whatever the season. Don't miss the wildlife pictures, helpful notes, survey sheets and safari plans to make up or adapt: KS1, KS2

Have you been to Forest School?
This inspirational process offers children, young people and adults regular opportunities to achieve and develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences. Find out about training and what's happening in the local area.
Tel: 01454 863595 or email: naturalenvironment@southglos.gov.uk

Dates for your diary

Click on the News & Events tab for the updated list.

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