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The story begins at Ashdown Forest itself – the original inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood. Among its environmentally and cultural significant heathland, everyone is invited to explore, discover and step into a new tale inspired by this extraordinary landscape and its wildlife.
Across the opening weekend, enjoy performances, workshops and activities, while taking part in the Explorer Day experience. Keep an eye out for the forest’s newest inhabitant, Poppet: a giant mythical puppet creature inspired by Ashdown’s rare species and habitats. After Poppet's spectacular performance, collect stamps and badges through nature-based challenges to become an official Ashdown Explorer.
Join us for The Big One Hundred: a brand-new programme inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of Ashdown Forest – the original Hundred Acre Wood – to celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh.
Created in partnership with Ashdown Forest and award-winning creatives Trigger, this imaginative programme features a series of exciting events introducing a new curious creature, Poppet. Inspired by the colours and textures of the forest, Poppet will be brought to life by an incredible team of ten puppeteers during special Explorer Days throughout the summer.
Alongside encounters with Poppet, you can enjoy a range of activities and workshops centred around the forest’s unique environment and wildlife. Blending nature with storytelling and performance, The Big One Hundred promises a truly spectacular experience as it tours across Wealden this year.
Guide Prices
Free to Attend (booking essential)
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Travel Tickets For a car parking space at Ashdown Forest Visitor Centre, Travel Tickets should be booked for £5 at the same time as booking as General Admission Ticket.
A Park and Ride Travel Ticket is also available for £5, which includes a space at Cumnor House car park (RH17 7HT) and a free shuttle bus to the event.
Please note the Park and Ride bus has stepped access and is not accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility.
Accessible parking is available for blue badge holders providing accessible pathway to the event site. Accessible parking can also be booked in advance. Please note limited availability and you will be asked to provide your Blue Badge number when booking.
Directions The Forest Centre is located opposite the Ashdown Park Hotel on the Colemans Hatch Road, one mile east of the Wych Cross traffic lights on the A22. From London: Exit the M25 at junction 6 and follow signs for the A22 (East Grinstead/Brighton). Follow the A22 towards Brighton through East Grinstead and Forest Row. After passing through the village of Forest Row, turn left at the first set of traffic lights in Wych Cross which is Colemans Hatch Road. The Forest Centre is approximately 1 mile on the left hand side, just past the Ashdown Park Hotel which is on the right.
From the M23: Exit the M23 at junction 10 and follow signs for the A264 East Grinstead. Continue along the A264 until you reach the junction with the A22 and turn right on to the A22. Follow the A22 towards Brighton through East Grinstead and Forest Row. After passing through the village of Forest Row, turn left at the first set of traffic lights in Wych Cross which is Colemans Hatch Road. The Forest Centre is approximately 1 mile on the left hand side, just past the Ashdown Park Hotel which is on the right.
From Brighton: From Brighton follow the A27 towards Eastbourne and take the A275 towards Lewes. Go through Lewes and follow the A275 north towards London. When the A275 reaches the A22 turn left onto it and then turn immediately right at the traffic lights onto "Colemans Hatch Road". The Forest Centre is approximately 1 mile on the left hand side, just past the Ashdown Park Hotel which is on the right.
Public Transport Directions
Walkers and cyclists will require a Travel Ticket (free-of-charge) in addition to their General Adminission ticket. Please book a General Admission ticket for the number of people you require, plus your Travel Ticket.
