Frequently asked questions

Wrap up warm 

It is always better to take layers off than it is to be cold. In the winter we suggest leggings under trousers and two pairs of socks and at least three top layers. Don't forget gloves and hats.    

Waterproof jacket

Always a good idea - this is the UK after all!

Sturdy trainers, shoes or boots

The woodland is relatively flat but the ground is uneven and there are felled tree stumps. Sturdy boots or wellies are strongly recommended.    

Long trousers

Keeping legs covered all year round protects from scratches, bites and stings.

A cushion 

We have new rustic benches you might like to bring a cushion or outdoor seat pad for extra comfort. 

A blanket 

You might also like to snuggle under a blanket around a campfire. 

Torch 

A torch is a good idea, particularly if your children want to play in the dark. 

Please do not bring your own food and drink

Rain 

Our camp areas all have some shelter. We do not cancel or close for rain unless there has been an amber or red warning for severe weather. 

Our shelters are waterproof and the cover is fire retardant so it is OK for fires to be inside the shelters on wet evenings, you can sit under cover.   

Windy 

It isn't safe to be under trees in high winds and we may need to cancel events when the wind is strong (above 40mph). If we need to cancel an event you will be offered an alternative date, we do not offer refunds, please check full terms and conditions before booking.   

Snow

For light snow it is likely that events will go ahead - please dress appropriately for being outdoors in the snow. If we need to cancel due to heavy snow you will be offered an alternative date.   

Well behaved and friendly dogs are welcome, but note that there are resident deer and other animals in the woodland so they must remain on a lead at all times. Please pick up after your dog too. 

Our minimum booking is 4 for axe throwing and 6 for campfire activities and experiences. You can book for up to 24 people online, for larger groups please email us.     

Food is all cooked on campfires and scheduled for different times.  

We endeavour to run Fat Squirrel Outdoor as sustainably as possible. This means we keep lighting to the bear minimum and use solar power to charge lanterns. 

All food is as locally sourced as possible and is cooked over the campfires. 

We aim to attempt to keep waste to a minimum and serve our food in mess tins and use stainless steel mugs were we can. 

Please note that we are an 'off-grid' location, so that does mean that sometimes things go a little slower than you might expect. 

We can provide alcohol for booked events, please order when booking. 

Our locations do not have secure barriers and are in rural locations, so you must keep an eye on children at all times. 

Please note that any dens already standing are built by children, so they are not particularly sturdy. 

Please keep your children away from our axe throwing area.  

Please make sure that your children behave safely around the fires, we are happy to give fire safety talks. Fires must be kept in the pits and we ask that people don't move burning sticks around. If we see dangerous behaviour we will ask that it stops and we reserve the right to ask people who don't keep their children or everyone else in the woodland safe to leave.     

If you can't attend your booked event because of Covid-19 or any other Government restrictions - please let us know and we will offer you an alternative date.

No footpaths 

We are trying to keep the wood as natural as possible to retain its charm. The ground is relatively flat but it is uneven and there are some trunks from felled trees to watch out for

Toilets 

We do have either a compost toilet or camping toilet at each location with hand washing facilities. We don't have a baby changing unit but we are happy for babies to be in the wood and for alfresco nappy changing. 

Shelters without electricity 

All of our accommodation is canvas - we do not have a building and there are no phone charging facilities. We do not have mains electricity or gas - so some things take a little longer  

First aid

Fat Squirrel Outdoor staff are first aiders and we have first aid facilities 

If we need to stop an event happening due to high winds, heavy snow or a change in Covid restrictions we will first alternative dates. If you can't make any of the alternative dates offered we will grant a refund minus an administration fee of  20%. 

If you need to cancel up to 48 hours before your event, we will refund the fee you paid minus a 20% administration charge. We cannot accept cancellations within 48 hours of your booking.  Please check our full terms and conditions before booking.