Events, music and arts

An aerial view of the Forest Live stage at Thetford Forest
Lee Blanchflower

Celebrate live music, art and cinema in the forest

Look forward to exciting events in the forest 

Experience top music artists at Forest Live concerts or discover international art exhibitions such as Earth Photo and contemporary sculpture with Forestry England Arts.  

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Forest Live stage surrounded by trees and showing a large crowd.

Experience an epic summer of live music in the nation's forests.

With acts including Sting, Anne-Marie, Becky Hill, Bryan Adams, Nile Rodgers & CHIC and more already confirmed for the series, you are bound to find something you'll enjoy! Check out the line-up and book your tickets from the Forest Live website.
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View from above of red pepper pickers

Art in the forest

Discover sculpture trails, award winning art exhibitions and artists in residence. Plan your next cultural tour and be inspired.
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Our favourite events...

On the left is a photo of The Charlatans stood in front of a city at night, on the right is Johnny Marr dressed in a black shirt stood against a white textured background

The Charlatans and Johnny Marr

Get excited for the ultimate indie double bill at Forest Live Cannock Chase Forest, near Stafford this summer.
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Gregory Porter in a green suit and hat stood in front of trees blurred in the background.

Gregory Porter at Westonbirt Arboretum

UK’s favourite contemporary American jazz artist performs at the National Arboretum.
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Earth Photo shortlisted work - half a tree burning

Earth Photo at Grizedale, Lake District

Don't miss this year's Earth Photo. Stunning still and moving images aiming to stimulate conversations about our environment and the impact of climate change.
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Wooden carved sculpture set on large rocks

Forest of Dean sculpture trail at Beechenhurst

Enjoy these impressive works inspired by the forest. The trail take you through majestic oaks and towering Scots pine trees.
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