Our traditional Mushroom Walk & BBQ is the perfect way to enjoy a lovely day out with the whole family before winter sets in. Fresh air, great company, and a kid-friendly atmosphere—everyone is welcome!

WHEN: Sunday, 12 October — Mushroom walk before 14:00, followed by BBQ from 14:00 to 17:00 (BST)
WHERE: Forest Shelter, Go Ape, High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, Suffolk IP27 0AF (BBQ pit ‘Shelter’ near Go Ape Thetford, 01603 895500).
See the map here.
Fee: Free event but registration is required.
Please register here.

NB: Mobile phone coverage in the forest is very weak, so please plan ahead. If you can’t find our BBQ pit, go to Go Ape and ask for the “Shelter.”

In the morning (before 14:00): Free-style Mushroom Hunting. Everyone is welcome to arrive at their own pace and explore different parts of the woods. A great place to begin mushroom-hunting is the Lynford Stag parking area in Thetford Forest, Suffolk (IP27 0TJ), located on the A134 by the large wooden stag.

In the afternoon (14:00-17:00): BBQ. We will all gather for our traditional BBQ at 14:00 at High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, Suffolk (IP27 0AF).

Please bring food and drinks to share, including something for the grill.

And please don’t eat any mushrooms you find unless you are absolutely certain they are safe! For more information, see: Wild Food UK – Mushroom Guides.

If you have any questions about this event, please email Dima Mevzos in advance at dmez13@gmail.com.